UK Sanctions Crypto Exchange HTX for Alleged Support to Russian Government
The UK government added HTX, formerly Huobi Global, to its sanctions list amid accusations the crypto exchange facilitates financial operations aiding Russia.
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Corporate Power
South Street Partners Expands Portfolio with Acquisition of Solé Miami Resort
South Street Partners has acquired Solé Miami, a luxury beachfront condo hotel in Sunny Isles Beach, aiming to enhance its guest experience with planned upgrades.
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Tesla Considers High-Performance Plaid Powertrain for Model 3 Despite Engineering Challenges
Tesla explores adding a Plaid powertrain to the Model 3, aiming to boost performance beyond the current top Model 3 trim, although packaging constraints pose significant hurdles.
Crypto & Fintech
Italy’s Banca Sella Secures EU MiCA Authorization to Offer Crypto Services
Banca Sella became the first Italian bank authorized under the EU’s MiCA regulation to provide crypto custody, transfer, and digital asset services starting in 2026.
Trade & Tariffs
REalloys Secures Long-Term Heavy Rare Earth Supply from Greenland Project
REalloys has locked in a 15-year offtake deal for rare heavy earth elements from Greenland’s Tanbreez deposit, strengthening U.S. efforts to diversify defense supply chains away from China.
Markets & Macro
Dallas Fed President Highlights Need to Cut Global Oil and Gas Consumption Amid Market Strains
Dallas Fed President Lorie Logan warned that physical supply limits and geopolitical tensions may force the world to reduce oil and gas use to achieve market stability.
AI & Tech Regulation
Justice Department Files Peculiar Defense of Trump’s Presidential Ballroom Amid Controversy
The Justice Department submitted a court filing defending Trump’s presidential ballroom that features unusual grammar, bold security claims, and disputed budget reports.
Defense & Security
Department of War Plans Major Cybersecurity Compliance Overhaul to Streamline Risk Management
The Department of War aims to modernize its cybersecurity compliance by simplifying and automating risk management processes to keep pace with rapid technological change.
Crypto & Fintech
Bitcoin ETFs See Major Outflows Amid Weak Spot Demand and Risky Leveraged Positions
Bitcoin ETFs have experienced significant outflows totaling over $1.2 billion recently, reflecting weakening spot demand despite rising bullish leverage from derivative traders.
Big Tech
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth’s Massive File Size Alters How It Will Launch on Switch 2
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is expected to exceed 100GB on Nintendo’s Switch 2, forcing a digital-heavy approach due to cartridge limitations and faster internal storage demands.