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American Bitcoin reported a notable quarterly gain, surpassing 8,000 BTC as a Hut 8 subsidiary expanded holdings while Bitcoin's price moved lower during the period.

BlackRock unveils blockchain-based money market funds designed to serve as reserve assets for stablecoins, aiming to meet GENIUS Act eligibility requirements for U.S. issuers

US manufacturing activity accelerated in July, with the ISM index posting its strongest reading in years, while employment rose and price pressures remained a focal point for policy expectations.

The White House will host AI companies to discuss a newly developed model-testing framework, part of a broader executive-order-driven push to evaluate cybersecurity aspects of advanced AI models.

Bitmine reports adding hundreds of thousands of ETH to its treasury and reinforces plans to own a significant slice of Ethereum’s circulating supply as the token outperforms indices in July.

Two major tech names crossed abrupt market-cap milestones after earnings and a momentum rally, highlighting the staying power of large-cap equities in global tech.

Amazon breaks into the $3 trillion club as AI-driven tools and cloud services propel investor enthusiasm and expand advertising revenue

Coordinated yen action sent the currency higher, prompting renewed concerns over carry trades in Bitcoin amid ongoing USD strength and heightened August risk, according to market reports.

According to reports, Bernstein says congressional failure to pass the CLARITY Act this year could push crypto valuations lower while prompting faster U.S. regulatory rulemaking

Deutsche Bank argues gold remains in an explosive phase and maintains its year-end target, while outlining where fair value might lie based on its latest analysis.

Visa announced a cash deal to buy BioCatch, a behavioral-based fraud-detection firm, in a move to enhance its payments security offerings for merchants and digital transactions.

Analysts diverge on Circle Internet Group, with Morgan Stanley cutting to Underweight while TD Cowen initiates coverage at Buy, signaling a split view on the stablecoin issuer's prospects.

Across major tech players, funding methods for AI initiatives vary widely, with cash, debt, and partnerships shaping strategies as the market recalibrates.

KKR, via an affiliate of its funds, to acquire Integer Holdings in an all-cash transaction valued at an enterprise value of approximately $5.7 billion, with a per-share price of $127

MicroStrategy disclosed another drawdown of bitcoin and cash raised via stock activity to fund dividend payments and repurchase STRC stock.

American Bitcoin, the Trump brothers-backed mining firm, reported a record BTC output in Q2 and a narrower net loss as mining revenue rose, according to reports from Investing.com and Cointelegraph.

Investors turn to SpaceX's first-ever earnings report, emphasizing Elon Musk's remarks and the potential for heightened trading volatility rather than the numbers alone.

European oil markets retreat modestly after Iran denies plans for talks with the U.S., even as supply fears ease and natural gas prices in Europe decline on the back of the Trump-Iran narrative

Markets absorbed a joint intervention that steadied the yen, with the currency trading around ¥157 per dollar after earlier hitting a four-decade low near ¥163

South Korean crypto exchange Bithumb plans a preliminary listing review in 2027 as part of a path toward an eventual 2028 initial public offering, following a shift to international accounting standards this year.

A tentative wage agreement has been reached between WestJet and its flight attendants, bringing an end to a strike that caused flight cancellations and disruptions.

Oil prices drop amid renewed optimism over Iran diplomacy, while stock sentiment in India improves and U.S. Treasury yields edge lower on the back of weaker dollar and growth-friendly momentum

Market speculation over potential AstraZeneca and Bristol Myers Squibb tie-up triggered divergent stock moves as investors weighed the prospects and scrutiny over a possible deal valued around $400 billion.

Market observers track continued Coldcard-associated transfers and losses, with estimates around $89 million reported as Bitcoin trades drift below key levels amid broader macro headlines

European stocks gained as traders priced in potential progress on US-Iran diplomacy, while oil slipped after a cancellation of planned U.S. strikes.

Markets reacted to coordinated yen intervention, with traders weighing the yen’s move against the backdrop of divergent policy paths and weakness in related equities.

Market speculation over potential merger talks between AstraZeneca and Bristol Myers Squibb triggered a sharp split in the stocks of the two pharmaceutical giants, with Bristol Myers Squibb rising amid reports and AstraZeneca sliding on the same news cycle

July's final Eurozone manufacturing PMI rose to a three-month high, led by Germany, with France and Italy showing mixed readings while China’s private sector also extended growth

Global markets advanced as oil declined on news that talks with Iran are set to resume, fueling optimism for equities and prompting firmer futures in U.S. and European sessions

Worley secures an engineering services contract to support the development of a cobalt refinery factory in Missouri, reinforcing its role in the metals industry alongside United States Strategic Metals.

Sandoz has reached a $450 million settlement to resolve U.S. antitrust allegations tied to its generic-drug business, while reaffirming its outlook for fiscal year 2026.

Oil prices retreat on renewed hopes of Iran diplomacy, weighing on Asia markets as oil equities slip while Indian equities gain on global cues and Iran peace talks prospects

Markets reacted to renewed Iran deal prospects, sending oil lower while the yen strengthened and equities slid on the back of broader risk sentiment shifts

A coordinated yen intervention by Japan and the United States was confirmed within hours, intensifying the debate over USD/JPY dynamics and the potential for a stabilization bid near key levels.

Markets shifted after reports that President Trump halted planned strikes on Iran and ordered renewed negotiations, with oil futures retreating to a three-week low as talks resumed.

Markets saw a yen rally after reports that Japan and the U.S. coordinated intervention, with authorities signaling willingness to act again if needed.

July saw Australia’s manufacturing PMI finalise at 52.0, the strongest since January, with output and new orders returning to growth while inflation and supply risks temper confidence.

Oil prices dropped after President Trump canceled a planned strike on Iran, with markets reassessing geopolitical risk as talks were set to resume on Monday without a deadline for a deal.

AstraZeneca is reportedly negotiating a merger with Bristol Myers Squibb in a potential $400 billion deal, according to FT reports cited by CNBC and Investing.com.

Analysts say a third wave of Coldcard wallet breaches has pushed observed losses toward $89 million across thousands of addresses, with victims moving funds to exchanges for safety.

Strategy maintains its STRC preferred dividend at 12% despite the stock trading below its $100 par value, marking a departure from the previous pattern of boosting payouts when priced under par

OPEC+ members sanction a September production increase, marking the end of voluntary cuts and signaling a return toward baseline output amid ongoing export disruptions

Markets weigh value opportunities in Europe while cloud computing names draw attention as one outlet highlights the potential for AWS to reach trillion-dollar revenue milestones

Wall Street analysts highlight dividend-focused names as potential sources of passive income amid evolving sectors, with attention on NextEra Energy and smaller nuclear plays alongside broader growth stories.

Reports say Ukrainian drones killed two people in Russia and damaged a Wildberries logistics facility, with regional governors confirming the strike.

Capital One reportedly shut down the Trump Organization’s accounts following an anti-money-laundering inquiry, marking a first formal link between money-laundering concerns and the Trump family business.

Following a $70 million breach centered on Coldcard hardware wallets, CZ urged diversifying funds across multiple wallets as researchers note weaknesses in seed generation

US Treasury intervened to back the yen through purchases after Japan's authorities acted, marking Washington and Tokyo's first yen-buying coordination in over a decade according to FT reports

Spot Bitcoin ETFs posted July inflows while the year-to-date tally remained in the red, with traders focusing on macro data and policy signals despite a margin of resistance late in the month

FIFA has scrapped its plan to offload part of its World Cup business to external investors following opposition from member associations, with reports also noting leadership changes and a proposed valuation in the press