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Four US Microreactors Reach Criticality Ahead of Nation’s 250th Anniversary
Energy & Climate

Four US Microreactors Reach Criticality Ahead of Nation’s 250th Anniversary

Four advanced microreactors in the US achieved the critical technical milestone of sustaining nuclear chain reactions, marking progress in emissions-free energy amid rising power demands.

Former White House Advisers Signal Growing AI Bubble Amid Mixed Stock Performance
Markets & Macro

Former White House Advisers Signal Growing AI Bubble Amid Mixed Stock Performance

Two ex-White House economic advisers warn the AI stock bubble keeps expanding, spotlighting key AI stocks Nvidia, SpaceX, and Micron amid divergent market responses.

Iran Condemns Recent U.S. Airstrikes as Tensions Escalate in Strait of Hormuz
Defense & Security

Iran Condemns Recent U.S. Airstrikes as Tensions Escalate in Strait of Hormuz

Iran denounced multiple U.S. airstrikes targeting southern provinces and eastern infrastructure, accusing Washington of violating international law amid ongoing regional hostilities.

Bitcoin Nears Bear Market Bottom as Long-Term Holders Absorb Majority of Losses
Crypto & Fintech

Bitcoin Nears Bear Market Bottom as Long-Term Holders Absorb Majority of Losses

Bitcoin has traded below key cost benchmarks for months while long-term holders sell at losses unseen since 2022, signaling a potential bear market bottom in progress.

Sustainability Leaders Urge CEOs to Shift Climate Action Focus Toward Business Value
Energy & Climate

Sustainability Leaders Urge CEOs to Shift Climate Action Focus Toward Business Value

Chief sustainability officers advocate reframing climate efforts as strategic business priorities, emphasizing risk management, profitability, and workforce resilience over morality.

Oil Prices Spike as Regional Tensions Undermine Iran Ceasefire and Strait of Hormuz Stability
Energy & Climate

Oil Prices Spike as Regional Tensions Undermine Iran Ceasefire and Strait of Hormuz Stability

A sudden escalation in hostilities around the Strait of Hormuz has led to a sharp rise in oil prices, exposing overly optimistic market expectations about the Iran ceasefire and oil supply resilience.

Federal Judge Approves Elon Musk-SEC Settlement Despite Concerns Over Terms
Big Tech

Federal Judge Approves Elon Musk-SEC Settlement Despite Concerns Over Terms

A federal judge reluctantly approved a controversial settlement letting Elon Musk avoid personal penalties in an SEC case, highlighting doubts about fairness and accountability.

Alfa-Bank Begins Crypto Trading Trials Amid Russia’s Emerging Regulatory Framework
Crypto & Fintech

Alfa-Bank Begins Crypto Trading Trials Amid Russia’s Emerging Regulatory Framework

Alfa-Bank initiates cryptocurrency trading tests for select investors as Russia advances legal regulations for digital assets and crypto custody services.

NATO Urges Europe to Boost Defense Spending as U.S. Applies Pressure
Defense & Security

NATO Urges Europe to Boost Defense Spending as U.S. Applies Pressure

NATO advances efforts for European allies to increase defense budgets amid U.S. demands and political tensions highlighted at the Ankara summit.

Hyperliquid Advances Onchain Perpetual Futures into Traditional Markets
Crypto & Fintech

Hyperliquid Advances Onchain Perpetual Futures into Traditional Markets

Hyperliquid is expanding onchain perpetual futures beyond cryptocurrencies, attracting traditional finance interest with 24/7 trading and simplified derivatives.