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Today so far 2026-09-20 · 12:00 UTC

Germany is holding elections that could determine the future of Chancellor Merz amid broader political uncertainty in Europe. Meanwhile, global tensions remain high with Ukrainian drone attacks on the Moscow region and Houthi claims of attacks on Saudi Arabia, while the Trump administration is escalating trade measures including tariffs targeting Russian energy buyers and restricting media outlet access to the White House.

Markets Stare Down 2026 as Recession Odds, Liquidity Hopes Pull in Opposite Directions

With 2025 in the rearview mirror and 2026 already packed with developments, many are debating whether the United States is headed for a liquidity lift or a sharp downturn.

2026-01-10 · 23:30 UTC
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Crypto Markets on Watch as Supreme Court Nears Tariff Decision

2026-01-10 · 17:41

Read The Full Article Crypto Markets on Watch as Supreme Court Nears Tariff Decision On Coin Edition.

Should Politicians Be Able to Use Prediction Markets? House Bill Proposes Ban

2026-01-09 · 21:36

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President Trump Reveals No Pardon for SBF in the Works

2026-01-09 · 17:34

During a recent interview, President Donald Trump declared that he had no intention of pardoning Sam Bankman-Fried,…

Betting Markets Signal Rising Uncertainty Around Iran’s Supreme Leader

2026-01-09 · 17:17

Trading activity on a high-profile political contract has surged on the blockchain-based prediction platform Polymarket,…

Alleged Scam Kingpin Chen Zhi Sent to China After Cambodia Arrest

2026-01-09 · 15:40

Two days ago, it was reported that Chen Zhi, accused of running one of the world’s biggest online scam networks, was…

Bessent Calls Rate Cuts Key to Sustaining U.S. Economic Momentum

2026-01-09 · 14:29

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China’s Gold Rush Continues as Buying Streak Reaches 14 Months

2026-01-09 · 12:30

The People’s Bank of China acquired 30,000 troy ounces of gold in December, according to official figures, extending its…

Ray Dalio’s 2025 ‘Biggest’ Story: The Dollar Debasement

2026-01-09 · 08:30

Legendary investor Ray Dalio referred to the continued devaluation of the U.S.

Iran’s Internet Traffic Drops to 'Near Zero' as Protests Intensify

2026-01-09 · 02:00

Cloudflare data shows a near-total blackout as demonstrations calling for regime change spread and authorities tighten…

Revived NY bill targets sports, politics and death prediction markets

2026-01-09 · 01:30

New York lawmakers will soon review a bill that seeks to ban certain sports and political event contracts in the state,…

Donald Trump will not consider pardon for Sam Bankman-Fried: NYT

2026-01-08 · 21:35

The US president reportedly said he had no intention of pardoning the former FTX CEO, and defended his family’s…

US President Trump’s Tariff Threat on Russian Oil Purchase Puts Crypto Market on Edge

2026-01-08 · 08:58

The US President Donald Trump has issued a warning to impose 500% tariffs on countries for their purchase of Russian oil.

Trump Administration Flips the Food Pyramid With New Dietary Guidelines

2026-01-07 · 19:35

New federal nutrition advice elevates protein, full-fat dairy and whole foods while pushing ultra-processed products to…

Ray Dalio says 2026 US midterm elections could reverse Trump policies

2026-01-07 · 19:05

The balance of power tends to shift every two years because political parties typically overpromise and underdeliver,…

Trump says he’ll be impeached if Republicans lose midterms

2026-01-07 · 06:26

US President Donald Trump says he will be impeached by the Democrats if the Republicans fail to win the midterms, which…

Gold, silver briefly reclaim top spot by market cap amid uncertainty

2026-01-07 · 06:09

Gold and silver, both seen as “stores of value,” briefly retook their position as the two biggest assets by market cap.

From Colombia to Greenland, Prediction Markets Wager on the Next US Flashpoint After Venezuela

2026-01-06 · 23:20

Following the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, debate has intensified over whether the U.S.

Markets Aren’t Buying a January Rate Cut—And the Fed Isn’t Either

2026-01-06 · 19:39

With just 22 days remaining before the Jan.

Prediction Markets Price Uncertainty as Venezuela Eyes New Leadership

2026-01-05 · 15:32

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Japan’s Bond Yields Hit 27-Year High: Are Stablecoins Stepping In?

2026-01-05 · 14:26

Japan’s 10-year government bond yield just jumped to 2.12%, the highest it’s been since 1999. Why does this matter?

U.S. Strike in Venezuela Ends in Maduro Arrest, Markets React Across Oil and Crypto

2026-01-05 · 12:56

The capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro by the U.S.

Trump Threatens Colombia Military Action as Bitcoin Climbs Toward $93K on Monday Trade

2026-01-05 · 12:49

U.S. President Donald Trump raised the possibility of military operations against Colombia on Sunday.

Donald Trump Targets Venezuela Oil Revival as U.S. Takes Control After Maduro’s Removal

2026-01-05 · 12:05

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US Representative Ritchie Torres to Introduce Act Targeting Government Insider Trading in Prediction Markets

2026-01-05 · 11:30

The new bill would bar federal officials from trading prediction‑market contracts based on insider information, such as…

Can Venezuela Reclaim Its Oil Crown ? Experts Doubt It

2026-01-05 · 09:35

While Donald Trump promises to revive the Venezuelan economy through a strong comeback of its oil industry, the major…

Analysts Warn Silver Bubble Signals Can Appear Without Major Trend Reversal

2026-01-03 · 22:30

Silver’s explosive rally is flashing bubble warnings in quantitative models, but Societe Generale says those signals may…

SEC’s Crenshaw set to depart, leaving US financial watchdog all Republican

2026-01-02 · 18:30

Crenshaw’s exit leaves the SEC without Democratic representation as the agency and other US financial regulators face…

Fed Flags Rising Liquidity Risks Despite Stable Rate Outlook

2026-01-02 · 18:05

December Fed minutes highlight risks of cash strains in money markets and steps officials may take to keep funding…

Cash-like privacy is among digital euro’s 'hardest political tradeoffs'

2026-01-02 · 14:02

Experts say the digital euro’s outcome hinges on a political compromise with parties fighting for the limits of privacy…

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