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US Treasury Targets Iranian Crypto Exchanges in New Sanctions to Curb Sanctions Evasion
Markets & Macro

US Treasury Targets Iranian Crypto Exchanges in New Sanctions to Curb Sanctions Evasion

The US Treasury has imposed sanctions on four Iranian cryptocurrency exchanges, accusing them of facilitating sanctions evasion and supporting illicit activities linked to Iran’s regime.

Former GOP Congressman George Santos Investigated for Insider Trading by DOJ
AI & Tech Regulation

Former GOP Congressman George Santos Investigated for Insider Trading by DOJ

The Department of Justice has launched an inquiry into George Santos for allegedly manipulating a prediction market using false social media posts about attending a high-profile political event.

Ancient Earth experienced rapid climate shifts despite absence of polar ice, study reveals
Energy & Climate

Ancient Earth experienced rapid climate shifts despite absence of polar ice, study reveals

New evidence shows that abrupt climate changes occurred during an ice-free period 83 million years ago, driven by shifts in Earth’s orbit rather than ice sheet dynamics.

UN Secretary-General Presents Three Military Options to Address Israel-Hezbollah Conflict Post-UN Peacekeepers
Defense & Security

UN Secretary-General Presents Three Military Options to Address Israel-Hezbollah Conflict Post-UN Peacekeepers

The UN chief outlined three proposals to sustain peacekeeping and political efforts after the withdrawal of 8,100 UN troops from southern Lebanon at year-end.

UK House of Lords Urges Balanced Regulation for GBP Stablecoins to Support Market Growth
Crypto & Fintech

UK House of Lords Urges Balanced Regulation for GBP Stablecoins to Support Market Growth

A House of Lords committee urges the UK government to advance stablecoin regulation while avoiding overly restrictive rules that could stifle the GBP stablecoin market’s viability and innovation.

Canada Urges 16-Year Renewal of North American Trade Agreement Amid Political Tensions
Trade & Tariffs

Canada Urges 16-Year Renewal of North American Trade Agreement Amid Political Tensions

Canada has formally requested the United States and Mexico to extend the USMCA trade deal for 16 years, seeking stability despite recent political remarks questioning Canadian sovereignty.

Nearly All US Tax Filers Received Cuts Totalling $82 Billion Under New Law
Markets & Macro

Nearly All US Tax Filers Received Cuts Totalling $82 Billion Under New Law

Almost every US taxpayer benefited from significant relief this year, with $82 billion in cuts delivered by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act signed last year.

Movement Secures Licensed Payment Rails to Boost Cross-Border Stablecoin Transfers
Crypto & Fintech

Movement Secures Licensed Payment Rails to Boost Cross-Border Stablecoin Transfers

Movement gains access to regulated payment networks in the US, Canada, and EU to expand stablecoin-based cross-border transfers and treasury services in emerging markets.

Wall Street Edges Higher as AI Momentum Meets Middle East Uncertainty
Corporate Power

Wall Street Edges Higher as AI Momentum Meets Middle East Uncertainty

Wall Street posted modest gains amid enthusiasm for AI stocks, tempered by Middle East tensions and mixed economic signals from the U.S. labor market.

Rubio Signals Possible Sanctions Relief Linked to Iran Nuclear Deal Conditions
Trade & Tariffs

Rubio Signals Possible Sanctions Relief Linked to Iran Nuclear Deal Conditions

Secretary of State Marco Rubio indicated the Trump administration may ease sanctions and unfreeze Iranian assets if Tehran agrees to dismantle its enriched uranium stockpile and verifiably limit nuclear activities.