SEC Files Lawsuit Against Texas Man for $12.3 Million Cryptocurrency Fraud
The SEC has charged a Texas resident with orchestrating a crypto investment scam that defrauded 150 investors out of $12.3 million through false promises of high returns.
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Family’s Solar and Battery System Keeps Power On During Storm Outage
When a storm knocked out electricity on their street, one family stayed powered by their solar and battery setup, keeping daily life uninterrupted while neighbors went dark.
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Russia and Taliban Formalize Military Cooperation Amid Regional Security Concerns
Russia and the Taliban have signed a military cooperation agreement focused on training and intelligence, highlighting mutual concerns over regional threats like Islamic State Khorasan.
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Fossil Fuel Dependence and Geopolitical Conflict Fuel Rising Inflation and Economic Strain
The U.S. reliance on fossil fuels, intensified by geopolitical tensions and policy choices favoring oil and gas industries, drives up energy and food costs, worsening inflation globally.
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Stellar’s XLM Surges Nearly 30% on Institutional Momentum After DTCC Partnership
Stellar’s XLM token gained close to 30%, driven by growing institutional adoption following its integration with DTCC’s tokenized securities platform.
Crypto & Fintech
Ethereum Faces Rising Volatility Amid Growing Leverage and Selling Pressure
Ethereum’s derivatives market shows record leverage buildup despite weak spot demand, raising risks of sharp price swings depending on buyer or seller dominance.
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India Confirms Signed BrahMos Missile Deal with Vietnam and Near-Completion with Indonesia
India has signed a deal to supply BrahMos cruise missiles to Vietnam and is finalizing a similar agreement with Indonesia, signaling a growing defence partnership in Southeast Asia.
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US Signals Readiness to Resume Strikes on Iran if Nuclear Deal Fails
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed the US is prepared to restart military strikes on Iran amid ongoing negotiations, emphasizing strong munitions stockpiles and dual global commitments.
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Mastercard Earns New York BitLicense to Expand Regulated Crypto Services
Mastercard’s US unit secured New York’s strict BitLicense, enabling it to expand digital asset operations focused on stablecoins and tokenized deposits within the state.
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AUKUS Unveils Advanced Undersea Warfare Project Boosting Maritime Security
Australia, the UK, and the US launch a new Pillar II initiative to develop uncrewed undersea vehicle technologies, aiming to enhance maritime defence capabilities starting in 2027.