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- MarketsLawmakers urge SEC probe into Trump Media fast-feed paid service
Democratic lawmakers call for an SEC inquiry into Trump Media’s paid fast-feed service, citing potential market impact from Trump’s Truth Social posts
- StocksPolyPid's D-PLEX100 NDA cleared for Priority Review by FDA
The FDA accepted PolyPid's NDA for D-PLEX100 and granted Priority Review, sending the company's stock higher as markets weighed the potential milestone for the surgical infection treatment.
- EconomyARK Adds to Nvidia Position as Stock Faces Monthly Slump
Cathie Wood's ARK funds again increased their Nvidia holdings amid a decline in the stock over the past month, even as profit targets for the company continue to rise according to multiple outlets.
- EconomyU.S. corporate earnings beat estimates across sectors as demand resilience shines
Multiple companies reported stronger-than-expected results, with GE HealthCare, Humana, Frontier, and Vulcan Materials beating or maintaining forecasts amid steady demand and market shifts.
- CryptoBNY Mellon pushes onchain with transfer agency records for tokenized funds
BNY Mellon is building a blockchain-based transfer agency platform to digitize ownership records for tokenized funds while maintaining its existing systems, aiming to tap a multi-trillion dollar transfer agency market on blockchain rails.
- MarketsShareholders sue Novo Nordisk over next-gen weight-loss drug after trial miss
Investors accuse Novo Nordisk of misrepresenting the tolerability of its next-generation weight-loss candidate following disappointing trial results that impacted the company’s market value
- StocksApple seen for strongest June-quarter sales growth in 5 years as hybrids drive auto demand
Investors eye Apple’s June-quarter sales growth amid a shift in auto demand led by hybrids, signaling mixed momentum across tech and automotive shares for Q2 2026
- ForexPound Hits Pause Ahead of Fed Decision as Markets Brace for Policy Move
As traders await the Federal Reserve’s rate decision, sterling remains flat while bitcoin trades above $64,000 amid easing oil prices and persistent inflation signals
- EconomyAI-driven data-center spending lifts guidance from items across tech and materials
A wave of guidance upgrades and capex plans points to stronger demand for AI-focused data-center infrastructure, underpinned by corporate funding activity and manufacturing expansions.
- CryptoRussia charges Telegram founder Durov with aiding terrorism, international warrant issued
Russian authorities have charged Pavel Durov, the founder of Telegram, with aiding terrorism and issued an international arrest warrant, as part of ongoing actions against the messaging platform which has faced substantial fines in Russia
- CryptoBitcoin approaches $64,000 as Fed decision looms and Asia markets steady
Bitcoin climbs toward $64,000 ahead of the Fed meeting while regional markets weigh cautious cues amid earnings and inflation data
- ForexOil climbs as Iran resumes strikes on U.S. forces; Asia stocks mixed on regional tensions
Oil prices jumped on renewed U.S.-Iran tensions after Iran launched ballistic missiles at a U.S. base, while Asia-Pacific markets weighed the latest Middle East dynamics alongside local data such as Australia’s CPI and Korea’s equity backdrop.
- CommoditiesGold holds steady as markets await Fed decision amid oil rebound and crypto pullback
Markets awaited the Fed decision with gold steady, oil rebounds stirring inflation concerns, while Bitcoin and Ethereum pulled back ahead of the central bank decision.
- EconomyAustralia’s CPI cools to 3.8% in June as inflation softens
Australian annual inflation eased to 3.8% in the 12 months to June, down from 4.0% in May, with quarterly figures showing further moderation and mixed readings in core indices
- StocksX faces legal pushback in Australia and Minnesota over regulatory actions
Investors track X’s legal moves as it challenges Australian regulatory actions and a Minnesota ban on certain apps, underscoring broader regulatory scrutiny for the company
- EconomyFutures slip as Fed decision, megacap earnings loom amid Iran tensions
U.S. stock futures edged lower ahead of a key Fed decision and major tech results, with oil markets reacting to tensions in the region after the U.S. blocked a planned Iranian attack.
- EconomySK Hynix Q2 profit surges on AI-chip demand but misses forecasts
South Korea's SK Hynix reported a sharp rise in second-quarter profit driven by AI chip demand, yet the results fell short of analysts' projections, according to multiple outlets.
- EconomySenate confirms Jay Clayton as director of national intelligence
The Senate approved Jay Clayton to serve as the nation’s top spy chief, following reports that his confirmation would end Bill Pulte’s brief stint in the role.
- EconomyVisa maps stablecoin strategy, OpenUSD and tokenized deposits highlighted on Q3 call
Visa outlined its approach to the stablecoin ecosystem during its third-quarter earnings discussion, pointing to OpenUSD, tokenized deposits and AI-powered commerce as pillars of its strategy
- StocksDow climbs as stocks close mixed amid choppy session
U.S. equities ended mixed after a choppy session driven by a firmer Dow, while the broader indices finished narrowly mixed following a lackluster prior day.
- CryptoMorgan Stanley expands crypto push with Ether and Solana ETPs
Morgan Stanley broadens its crypto suite by launching spot Ether and Solana exchange-traded products with staking features, tying into an earlier Bitcoin fund rollout.
- EconomyUS to ban imports of Chinese robots and power inverters
The Trump administration intends to introduce bans on new imports of Chinese robots and power inverters to safeguard national AI development and encourage domestic reshoring, according to multiple outlets.
- StocksEssilorLuxottica H1 Profit Rises as AI Glasses and Myopia Products Boost Revenue
EssilorLuxottica reports higher first-half 2026 net profit amid revenue growth, with artificial-intelligence powered eyewear and myopia-related products cited as key drivers.
- MarketsSenate set to vote on Russia sanctions bill targeting officials, oligarchs and banks
The US Senate is preparing to vote on a Russia sanctions bill that would expand penalties on Russian officials, oligarchs, their networks, and financial institutions, with mentions of a broader financial fleet linked to the Kremlin.
- EconomyVisa to cut about 2,600 jobs in AI-driven efficiency push
Visa plans to trim roughly 7% of its workforce, focusing on technology and product roles, as CEO Ryan McInerney leads an efficiency initiative amid AI reshaping work.
- MarketsEBay and former executives to pay $56 million to settle blogger harassment case
A settlement totaling $56 million resolves a case alleging harassment and stalking linked to critical coverage of eBay by a pair of bloggers and related former company executives.
- ForexUS Consumer Confidence Drops to 90.8 in July, Below Expectations
The Conference Board’s July consumer confidence index fell to 90.8, underscoring a softer view on current conditions with the prior month revised higher, while inflation expectations were not numerically specified
- StocksICON stock climbs on multi-year Anthropic AI partnership
ICON Public and Anthropic announce a multi-year collaboration to embed Claude's AI in the clinical-trial lifecycle, boosting prospects for ICON's Orb platform and sending shares higher in pre-market trading
- StocksFTSE 100 rises on Unilever rally despite chip sector weakness
The UK’s FTSE 100 edged higher, lifted by Unilever’s stronger-than-expected earnings and brighter full-year guidance, while a decline in tech chips kept broader gains in check.
- EconomyBoeing reports larger Q2 loss as Air Force One costs weigh on results
Boeing records a bigger-than-expected second-quarter loss driven in part by costs tied to the long-delayed Air Force One program
- MarketsMeta and BlackRock partner on $14 billion El Paso data center
CNBC and Investing.com report a collaboration between Meta and BlackRock on a $14 billion data center project in El Paso, representing a significant investment in digital infrastructure.
- Crypto1inch Aqua liquidity protocol goes live across 13 chains
1inch launches Aqua, a shared liquidity layer, allowing a single wallet balance to back multiple positions across 13 blockchain networks without splitting capital across pools
- StocksUPS stock rallies despite second-quarter income drop
Investors pushed United Parcel Service shares higher even as the company reported a drop in second-quarter income from the prior year, according to multiple outlets reporting the same developments.
- StocksCoca-Cola to report Q2 26 earnings; investors eye results ahead of call
Coca-Cola is scheduled to release Q2 26 earnings and host a conference call, with the stock having risen significantly this year while several other firms outline their earnings schedule.
- ForexAUD/USD in Range as RBA Hike Hurdle Grows Ahead of CPI
Australian dollar pares gains as traders await Q2 CPI, with the RBA’s Bullock signaling a higher hurdle for a prospective August rate rise.
- CryptoHKMA launches first Quantum Preparedness Index as HK banks brace for 2030 quantum risk
Hong Kong's central bank released a whitepaper and a readiness index showing the banking sector's quantum risk preparedness as the city pushes tokenized finance with a target for full readiness by 2030.
- CommoditiesOman presents regional Hormuz mechanism to Iran amid regional talks
Oman has proposed a regional framework for managing the Strait of Hormuz to Iran as talks with Saudi Arabia and Oman continue, with reports noting regional backing and discussions on shared governance.
- CryptoUS judge blocks Minnesota prediction market ban for Kalshi and Polymarket
A federal court issued a preliminary injunction allowing Kalshi and Polymarket US to operate in Minnesota while challenging the state's ban on prediction markets
- CommoditiesOil slides after pause in U.S.-Iran hostilities lifts de-escalation hopes
Oil prices fell by more than 2% as renewed expectations for de-escalation between the U.S. and Iran supported a softer risk backdrop.
- CommoditiesBrent oil slides as US-Iran pause spurs hopes of diplomacy
Oil markets firmed on reports of a pause in US-Iran hostilities, with Brent crude posting declines as investors weighed diplomatic prospects against supply concerns
- CryptoBitcoin steady as markets brace for key Fed decision amid AI pullback
Bitcoin holds near $65,000 while Ethereum and Solana edge higher, as traders await the Federal Reserve's policy decision and weigh AI-driven moves in wider markets
- StocksUniversal Health Services stock slides despite stronger Q2 earnings
Investors pushed Universal Health Services shares lower even as the company reported rising profits in the second quarter.
- StocksCadence Leads After-Hours Jump as Stocks Move Broadly
Cadence Design Systems led after-hours gains while other major stocks traded higher or lower in intraday action, reflecting a broad swing in sentiment across tech and consumer names
- MarketsApple overtakes Nvidia to become the world’s most valuable company
Apple regains the top spot as the world’s most valuable company, marking a shift after Nvidia’s tenure atop the valuation rankings and reflecting Apple’s strong month versus the Nasdaq-100
- EconomyCracker Barrel CEO steps down following logo change backlash
Cracker Barrel’s chief executive resigns after a backlash to a planned logo change and ensuing sales decline, with the controversy attracting notable public scrutiny.
- EconomyAmazon seeks FCC approval for 5,105-satellite direct-to-device network
Amazon aims to win regulatory clearance for a large satellite constellation intended to deliver direct-to-device mobile services, leveraging assets from Globalstar as part of its broader plan.
- CryptoCircle Buys IBM Blockchain Patent Estate, Emerges Largest Patent Holder in US
Circle acquires IBM's blockchain patent portfolio, expanding its intellectual property footprint and reshaping the competitive landscape for stablecoins and blockchain tech
- EconomyNBCUniversal, YouTube strike deal to bundle Peacock for Premium subscribers in 2027
NBCUniversal will embed Peacock content in YouTube Premium, giving subscribers full access to Peacock libraries, including sports and movies, starting in early 2027.
- StocksCracker Barrel appoints David Deno as next CEO, stock falls
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store named David Deno as its forthcoming chief executive, with the appointment taking effect on August 10, 2026, a move that coincided with a decline in the company’s stock.
- EconomyPorsche to Cut an Additional 5,000 Jobs by 2035
Porsche AG plans to reduce its workforce by a further 5,000 positions by 2035 as part of its ongoing Future Package to bolster competitiveness, according to reports from Nasdaq and Investing.com.