SEC Prioritizes Digital Assets and Blockchain Regulation in New Strategic Plan
The SEC’s draft strategic plan for 2026–2030 prioritizes digital assets, aiming to establish clear and consistent rules for blockchain technology and crypto markets.
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Paramount’s Chief Legal Officer Links Opposition to Warner Bros. Deal with Antisemitism Claims
Paramount’s top lawyer alleges some criticism of its Warner Bros. acquisition stems from antisemitic motives, intertwining regulatory scrutiny with political tensions surrounding the deal.
Trade & Tariffs
NYC Teachers Secure Pay Increases in Deal to Postpone Class Size Reduction Law
The United Federation of Teachers reached a compromise to delay New York City’s class size limits, winning pay increases of up to $9,500 for educators in exempted schools.
Markets & Macro
US Treasury Targets Iranian Crypto Exchanges in New Sanctions to Curb Sanctions Evasion
The US Treasury has imposed sanctions on four Iranian cryptocurrency exchanges, accusing them of facilitating sanctions evasion and supporting illicit activities linked to Iran’s regime.
AI & Tech Regulation
Former GOP Congressman George Santos Investigated for Insider Trading by DOJ
The Department of Justice has launched an inquiry into George Santos for allegedly manipulating a prediction market using false social media posts about attending a high-profile political event.
Energy & Climate
Ancient Earth experienced rapid climate shifts despite absence of polar ice, study reveals
New evidence shows that abrupt climate changes occurred during an ice-free period 83 million years ago, driven by shifts in Earth’s orbit rather than ice sheet dynamics.
Defense & Security
UN Secretary-General Presents Three Military Options to Address Israel-Hezbollah Conflict Post-UN Peacekeepers
The UN chief outlined three proposals to sustain peacekeeping and political efforts after the withdrawal of 8,100 UN troops from southern Lebanon at year-end.
Crypto & Fintech
UK House of Lords Urges Balanced Regulation for GBP Stablecoins to Support Market Growth
A House of Lords committee urges the UK government to advance stablecoin regulation while avoiding overly restrictive rules that could stifle the GBP stablecoin market’s viability and innovation.
Trade & Tariffs
Canada Urges 16-Year Renewal of North American Trade Agreement Amid Political Tensions
Canada has formally requested the United States and Mexico to extend the USMCA trade deal for 16 years, seeking stability despite recent political remarks questioning Canadian sovereignty.
Markets & Macro
Nearly All US Tax Filers Received Cuts Totalling $82 Billion Under New Law
Almost every US taxpayer benefited from significant relief this year, with $82 billion in cuts delivered by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act signed last year.