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Today so far 2026-09-18 · 06:01 UTC

The United States is navigating multiple international tensions, including security experts calling for US-China agreements to prevent AI control of nuclear weapons, allowing Iran's UN delegation to attend meetings in New York, and facing UN accusations of potential war crimes in Iran strikes. Domestically, the Trump administration is facing immediate legal challenges over EPA climate rule repeals, while RFK Jr. expands his influence by appointing new members to a preventive medicine task force. Beyond the US, Canada is exploring closer ties with Europe through potential EU associate membership, Japan marks a demographic milestone with over 100,000 centenarians, and Brazil is considering banning online casino games.

US SEC taps new enforcement chief amid questions over predecessor's exit

David Woodcock steps into the role as US senators await answers to questions on the agency’s dropping lawsuits against Justin Sun and several crypto companies.

2026-04-08 · 20:52 UTC
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AOC Slams Trump Over Iran War Chaos, Prediction Market Insider Trading Allegations After Ceasefire

2026-04-08 · 16:40

Rep.

Thailand SEC Targets Financial Providers to Curb Illicit Funds

2026-04-08 · 15:43

Thailand’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is cracking down on illegal money in the country’s capital and…

Iran is weighing crypto tolls for ships using Strait of Hormuz: Report

2026-04-08 · 15:43

Empty tankers will reportedly be permitted to pass through the waterway under the US-Iran deal, but certain ships will…

IMF Raises Alarm Over Rising Public Debt

2026-04-08 · 12:25

Global debt crosses a threshold reminiscent of the darkest hours in economic history.

SEC Highlights Fraud-Centered Enforcement in FY2025 Report

2026-04-08 · 11:53

The U.S.

BRICS Buy Record Gold Since 2024

2026-04-08 · 10:05

The BRICS are rapidly increasing their gold reserves.

Asian and European Equities Surge as Oil Prices Plunge 13%

2026-04-08 · 09:55

Asian and European equities saw a massive risk-on surge on Wednesday following a Pakistan-brokered ceasefire between the…

Lithuania Proposes Mandatory Gambling Player Card System by 2029 in Most Comprehensive European Legislation Yet

2026-04-08 · 06:30

Lithuania’s Ministry of Finance has proposed a mandatory player card system that would track every player’s deposits and…

Trump Announces Two-Week Ceasefire With Iran After Pakistan Mediation, Bitcoin Spikes to $71K

2026-04-07 · 23:06

President Donald Trump suspended planned U.S.

Democrats question CFTC chair on insider trading in prediction markets

2026-04-07 · 21:11

The seven House members may have affirmed the commission‘s authority over prediction markets, but asked questions about…

Iran Cuts Off U.S. Diplomacy Ahead of Strait of Hormuz Deadline

2026-04-07 · 19:55

Iran escalated tensions dramatically by suspending all diplomatic communication with the United States just hours before…

JD Vance Says the U.S. Expects Iran Response by the Trump 8 PM Deadline

2026-04-07 · 19:31

On April 7, 2026, Vice President James David Vance (JD Vance) announced at a joint press event that the U.S.

‘A Whole Civilization Will Die Tonight’: Trump Posts on Truth Social as US-Israel Strikes Hit Iran

2026-04-07 · 13:30

The Israel Defense Forces warned Iranian civilians to stay off trains Monday before striking railway lines, bridges, and…

Central Banks of South Korea, France Hold Talks on Digital Assets

2026-04-07 · 11:50

The Bank of Korea and Bank of France held a joint seminar this week to examine how digital assets and climate change are…

Lula Dismisses BRICS Currency But Signals Financial Transformation

2026-04-07 · 08:05

The BRICS currency does not exist, at least not yet.

New evidence in Libra probe renews questions about Milei involvement

2026-04-07 · 04:11

New documents seen by The New York Times suggest the Argentine president had seven phone calls with the entrepreneur…

Iran War Pushes Europe and Japan Recession Risk to 50%, BCA Research Says

2026-04-07 · 00:31

Peter Berezin, chief global strategist at BCA Research, says the Iran conflict has pushed U.S.

Polymarket Becomes War Betting Hub, Lawmakers Demand Crackdown

2026-04-06 · 21:43

Prediction markets like Polymarket are gaining influence as traders wager millions on the escalating Iran conflict.

Kalshi Scores Major Appeals Court Win Over New Jersey

2026-04-06 · 21:11

Kalshi secured a major legal victory after a U.S.

Iran Rejects Temporary Ceasefire as Trump Deadline Nears, How Bitcoin Will React?

2026-04-06 · 20:48

Tensions between Donald Trump and Iran have reached a critical point.

Major US Indexes Gain Monday as Iran Ceasefire Talks Ease Market Fears

2026-04-06 · 20:28

U.S.

Iran Rejects 45-Day Truce as Trump Repeats Demand to Seize Oil and Open the Strait

2026-04-06 · 16:40

President Trump told reporters that he wants to seize Iran’s oil fields as the six-week U.S.-Israel military campaign…

New Jersey Loses Bid to Shut Down Kalshi Sports Contracts After Federal Appeal

2026-04-06 · 16:20

A federal appeals court ruled Monday that New Jersey cannot use state gambling law to shut down Kalshi’s sports…

Jamie Dimon Warns of Lasting Impact of Wars and Trade Shifts on Global Economy

2026-04-06 · 16:01

Wars and shifting trade alliances are driving deeper uncertainty across global markets and supply chains, with JPMorgan…

BRICS Challenge Dollar Dominance In Energy Markets

2026-04-06 · 11:05

Oil, a historic pillar of the dollar, is beginning to slip away from it.

Gold loses ground to the rise of the dollar

2026-04-06 · 05:23

The old king gold coughs at the worst moment: cannons, oil, dollar, everything is shaken up.

Trump-Iran deadline chaos sends crypto higher while cease-fire hopes rise

2026-04-06 · 04:06

US President Donald Trump threatened Iran could be "living in Hell" if it doesn't open the Strait of Hormuz, though he…

WTI Crude Futures Jump 2.7% After Trump Iran Threat, Bitcoin Taps $69K

2026-04-06 · 00:05

On Easter Sunday, President Donald Trump posted a profanity-laced message on Truth Social demanding Iran open the Strait…

Gold Loses 15% From War Highs as Operation Epic Fury Safe Haven Trade Unwinds

2026-04-05 · 21:35

Gold dropped to $4,623 per ounce this week after the U.S.

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