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US-Iran Draft Agreement Proposes Uranium Dilution, Temporary Sanctions Waiver, and Strait Access
Defense & Security

US-Iran Draft Agreement Proposes Uranium Dilution, Temporary Sanctions Waiver, and Strait Access

A draft deal between the US and Iran aims to dilute Iran’s enriched uranium, waive sanctions temporarily, and ensure toll-free passage through the Strait of Hormuz for two months.

Federal Government Presses States on Combating Unemployment Fraud Under Threat of Sanctions
Markets & Macro

Federal Government Presses States on Combating Unemployment Fraud Under Threat of Sanctions

The U.S. government urges states to strengthen measures against unemployment benefit fraud, warning that failure to act swiftly could result in financial penalties.

Epic Games Integrates AI Tools Gemini and Claude into Unreal Engine 6 to Boost Development
Big Tech

Epic Games Integrates AI Tools Gemini and Claude into Unreal Engine 6 to Boost Development

Unreal Engine 6 will incorporate AI models like Gemini and Claude to automate repetitive tasks, offering developers optional tools aimed at accelerating game production without sacrificing creative control.

Trump Criticizes USMCA, Suggests U.S. Could Fare Better Without It
Trade & Tariffs

Trump Criticizes USMCA, Suggests U.S. Could Fare Better Without It

Speaking in Paris, Trump expressed regret about the USMCA trade deal he signed, stating he would prefer the United States not participate in the agreement.

Dow Drops Following Federal Reserve’s Decision to Pause Interest Rate Hikes
Markets & Macro

Dow Drops Following Federal Reserve’s Decision to Pause Interest Rate Hikes

The Federal Reserve kept its key interest rate unchanged in its first meeting under new chair Kevin Warsh, leading to a decline in the Dow Jones Industrial Average.

AI Startup CuspAI Poised to Secure $400 Million to Accelerate Material Discovery
Corporate Power

AI Startup CuspAI Poised to Secure $400 Million to Accelerate Material Discovery

CuspAI is preparing to close a $400 million funding round, valuing the UK-based AI material discovery startup at $2.6 billion, with backing from high-profile investors.

Senator Rick Scott Urges Trump Administration to Revoke CodePink’s Tax-Exempt Status Over China Links
Trade & Tariffs

Senator Rick Scott Urges Trump Administration to Revoke CodePink’s Tax-Exempt Status Over China Links

Senator Rick Scott has formally requested the IRS to revoke activist group CodePink’s tax-exempt status, citing alleged connections to the Chinese Communist Party and violations of nonprofit regulations.

Federal Reserve Signals Potential Rate Hikes Amid Persistent Inflation Concerns
Markets & Macro

Federal Reserve Signals Potential Rate Hikes Amid Persistent Inflation Concerns

The Federal Reserve kept interest rates steady but revealed a sharp divide among officials, with many forecasting higher rates due to ongoing inflation pressures.

DOJ Charges Minneapolis Protesters in Controversial Anti-ICE Conspiracy Indictment
Defense & Security

DOJ Charges Minneapolis Protesters in Controversial Anti-ICE Conspiracy Indictment

The Department of Justice indicted 15 Minneapolis-area residents for allegedly conspiring to obstruct ICE agents, citing activities ranging from protests to online group chats.

SpaceX Strengthens Governance by Adding Roelof Botha to Board After $75 Billion IPO
Corporate Power

SpaceX Strengthens Governance by Adding Roelof Botha to Board After $75 Billion IPO

SpaceX appointed Roelof Botha as an independent board member and audit committee member following its record-breaking initial public offering, enhancing oversight amid its transition to a public company.