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White House to Unite Utilities and Data Centers in Voluntary AI Power Cost Agreement
Energy & Climate

White House to Unite Utilities and Data Centers in Voluntary AI Power Cost Agreement

The White House is organizing a coalition of power utilities and data center operators to voluntarily ensure AI-related electricity demand growth does not increase costs for consumers.

Trump Reinstates Blockade in Strait of Hormuz, Imposes 20% Cargo Fee Amid Rising U.S.-Iran Tensions
Defense & Security

Trump Reinstates Blockade in Strait of Hormuz, Imposes 20% Cargo Fee Amid Rising U.S.-Iran Tensions

The U.S. announces renewed blockade on Iranian vessels in the Strait of Hormuz and levies a 20% fee on cargo for security, raising regional tensions and impacting global markets.

June’s Historic Stablecoin Outflow Signals Potential Bitcoin Market Bottom
Crypto & Fintech

June’s Historic Stablecoin Outflow Signals Potential Bitcoin Market Bottom

June marked the largest monthly stablecoin withdrawal in four years, highlighting shifting liquidity dynamics that may indicate Bitcoin’s price nearing a bottom.

Twelve States Challenge Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger Over Antitrust Concerns
Corporate Power

Twelve States Challenge Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger Over Antitrust Concerns

Twelve state attorneys general have filed a lawsuit seeking to block the $110 billion merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery, citing risks to competition and consumers.

China Takes a Leading Role in Shaping Global Oil Prices, Challenging OPEC’s Dominance
Energy & Climate

China Takes a Leading Role in Shaping Global Oil Prices, Challenging OPEC’s Dominance

China's vast oil stockpiling and strategic import decisions have transformed it into a key force influencing global oil prices, impacting markets worldwide including U.S. fuel costs.

Escalating Conflict With Iran Pushes Trump Closer to Political and Economic Limits Ahead of Midterms
Defense & Security

Escalating Conflict With Iran Pushes Trump Closer to Political and Economic Limits Ahead of Midterms

As the U.S. intensifies its confrontations with Iran, rising oil prices and economic pressures threaten to undermine Trump and the GOP’s position just months before key midterm elections.

Elon Musk and Sam Altman Clash as Apple Accuses OpenAI of Trade Secret Theft
Big Tech

Elon Musk and Sam Altman Clash as Apple Accuses OpenAI of Trade Secret Theft

Elon Musk and Sam Altman reignited their long-standing rivalry amid Apple’s lawsuit accusing OpenAI of stealing trade secrets involving former Apple employees.

Coinbase Ventures Tops Crypto VC Funding with 30 Deals in Early 2026
Crypto & Fintech

Coinbase Ventures Tops Crypto VC Funding with 30 Deals in Early 2026

Coinbase Ventures led crypto venture capital activity in the first half of 2026, completing 30 deals amid a challenging market where total crypto fundraising declined sharply.

Small Businesses Bear Brunt of Trump-Era Tariffs, Facing Higher Costs and Pessimism
Trade & Tariffs

Small Businesses Bear Brunt of Trump-Era Tariffs, Facing Higher Costs and Pessimism

A Federal Reserve survey reveals small businesses struggle disproportionately with tariffs, leading to price hikes and bleak expectations for 2026 revenue and employment.

Twelve States Launch Antitrust Lawsuit to Block Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery Merger
Corporate Power

Twelve States Launch Antitrust Lawsuit to Block Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery Merger

A coalition of 12 states filed an antitrust lawsuit aiming to stop the $111 billion merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery, citing major competition concerns.