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Bitcoin Faces Critical Test Near $70,000 as Early Buyers Show Interest
Crypto & Fintech

Bitcoin Faces Critical Test Near $70,000 as Early Buyers Show Interest

Bitcoin slipped sharply from recent highs, falling below key support levels, but growing retail buying signals suggest some investors see value near $70,000.

Lawmakers Conclude Session After Passing Major Education and Tax Reforms
Trade & Tariffs

Lawmakers Conclude Session After Passing Major Education and Tax Reforms

Vermont’s legislature adjourned early, finalizing a comprehensive education reform plan alongside crucial tax and budget bills, drawing praise for bipartisan cooperation.

Blue Origin’s New Glenn Rocket Explosion Costs Over $150 Million, Bezos Pledges Recovery
Big Tech

Blue Origin’s New Glenn Rocket Explosion Costs Over $150 Million, Bezos Pledges Recovery

Blue Origin’s latest New Glenn rocket test ended in a massive explosion costing more than $150 million, but Jeff Bezos promises to repair damage and continue development.

Retail Demand Remains Crucial for Bitcoin Despite Institutional Growth, Says Swan Bitcoin CEO
Crypto & Fintech

Retail Demand Remains Crucial for Bitcoin Despite Institutional Growth, Says Swan Bitcoin CEO

Swan Bitcoin CEO Cory Klippsten emphasizes that retail investors continue to drive real Bitcoin demand, even as institutional involvement expands across the crypto market.

Trump Postpones Decision on Iran Nuclear Draft Deal After Security Meeting
Corporate Power

Trump Postpones Decision on Iran Nuclear Draft Deal After Security Meeting

After a two-hour meeting with his national security team, President Trump delayed a final decision on a draft agreement with Iran, emphasizing strict conditions on nuclear disarmament and regional security.

UN Security Council Extends Arms Embargo and Sanctions on South Sudan for Another Year
Trade & Tariffs

UN Security Council Extends Arms Embargo and Sanctions on South Sudan for Another Year

The UN Security Council renewed an arms embargo and targeted sanctions against South Sudan, extending restrictions and the expert panel’s mandate through mid-2027.

Gold Prices Fall Amid Strong Dollar and Rising US Rate Hike Speculation
Markets & Macro

Gold Prices Fall Amid Strong Dollar and Rising US Rate Hike Speculation

Gold prices declined over the week due to a steady dollar and stronger US inflation data, increasing expectations for Federal Reserve interest rate hikes.

XRP Ledger’s New DeFi Upgrade Introduces Flexible Pricing Models for Liquidity Pools
Crypto & Fintech

XRP Ledger’s New DeFi Upgrade Introduces Flexible Pricing Models for Liquidity Pools

The XRP Ledger Foundation has proposed an upgrade introducing multiple automated market maker curves to enhance trading efficiency for stablecoins and real-world assets.

Trader Joe’s June 2026: New Snacks, Drinks, and Baking Mixes to Try This Summer
Markets & Macro

Trader Joe’s June 2026: New Snacks, Drinks, and Baking Mixes to Try This Summer

Trader Joe’s launches a fresh lineup of seasonal treats for June, including tropical juices, savory handhelds, and limited-edition baking mixes perfect for summer gatherings.

CFTC Approves Bitcoin Perpetual Futures and Endorses Round-the-Clock Crypto Trading
Crypto & Fintech

CFTC Approves Bitcoin Perpetual Futures and Endorses Round-the-Clock Crypto Trading

The US Commodity Futures Trading Commission approved Bitcoin perpetual futures contracts and highlighted crypto markets’ suitability for 24/7 trading, marking a shift in regulatory openness.