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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.

Maryland Man Sentenced for Helping North Korea Infiltrate U.S. Tech Firms

The scheme enabled overseas DPRK operatives to access sensitive government systems through fraudulent IT jobs.

2025-12-05 · 16:03 UTC
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Retail Shifts to Silver: Purchase Lines Observed in Singapore

2025-12-05 · 14:45

Bullionstar, a Singapore-based gold and silver dealer, has experienced a rise in the normal demand for silver, as prices…

Gold’s Preliminary Breakout May Signal Jump to Record Prices

2025-12-05 · 11:30

Jess Colombo, a metals financial analyst, claims that the recent moves might hint at a large gold breakout in the short…

Crypto Investor Gives Nigel Farage’s Reform UK Record-Shattering $12 Million Donation

2025-12-05 · 05:30

Reform UK, led by Nigel Farage, received a record $12 million donation from aviation and crypto investor Christopher…

Cease and Desist Hits Robinhood, Crypto.com, Kalshi in Connecticut

2025-12-05 · 02:30

Connecticut moved to block several major platforms after officials said they offered unlicensed sports wagering,…

Reform UK Gets Britain's Biggest Political Donation Ever From Tether Investor

2025-12-04 · 17:39

DigFinex shareholder Christopher Harborne donated $11.4 million to Reform UK, the largest ever gift to a UK political…

Connecticut Orders Robinhood, Kalshi and Crypto.com to Halt Sports Betting

2025-12-04 · 14:05

Connecticut has just taken strong action against three giants of digital finance.

Connecticut Regulators Order Kalshi, Robinhood, and Crypto.com to Halt ‘Illegal’ Sports Betting

2025-12-04 · 08:15

The state of Connecticut in the United States has clamped down on Kalshi, Robinhood, and Crypto.com, ordering all three…

IREN Rolls out Massive Convertible Bond Offering to Retire Older Debt

2025-12-03 · 20:19

IREN Limited is stacking up fresh financing, pricing a twin convertible-notes offering and a concurrent share sale…

The Yen Carry Trade Explained: How Japan Spooks Crypto and Stock Markets

2025-12-03 · 06:30

The so-called yen carry trade returned to the spotlight after the recent $4,000 cryptocurrency market flash crash,…

UK Weighs Ban on Cryptocurrency Political Donations Over Anonymity Risks

2025-12-03 · 05:55

As of December 2, the UK government is considering a ban on political donations made via cryptocurrency.

Trump hint sends Kevin Hassett Fed chair odds soaring in markets

2025-12-03 · 01:38

Trump hasn’t confirmed who he will have replace Fed Chair Jerome Powell with next year, but two recent hints, taken…

Jerome Powell Tight-Lipped on Economy in Latest Speech

2025-12-02 · 20:10

The Fed Chairman delivered a highly personal tribute to Reagan-era economist and statesman George Shultz.

Sanctioned Lender Huione Shuts Phnom Penh Branches, Halts Withdrawals

2025-12-02 · 14:56

The Cambodian finance giant has closed its doors amid mounting international pressure including U.S. and UK sanctions.

No Elon Here: Japan’s ‘DOGE’ Chooses Bureaucracy Over Disruption

2025-12-02 · 06:10

Japan has created a new government team called the Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE for short.

Republicans urge action on market structure bill over debanking claims

2025-12-01 · 18:08

Republican leaders released a final staff report going over claims of debanking by federal regulators in what some have…

Japan’s Bond Shock Is a Global Red Flag. Crypto Could Suffer

2025-12-01 · 17:00

A once-stable pillar of global liquidity is wobbling, and risk assets could be the first to feel the tremor.

Gold Closes in On All-Time High as Crypto, Stocks Tumble

2025-12-01 · 13:15

Gold is approaching a record high as Bitcoin and stocks fall, driven by “growing caution among investors” amid dovish…

David Sacks Hires Defamation Firm, Accuses New York Times of Fabricating Conflict Story

2025-12-01 · 10:56

David Sacks, White House AI and Crypto Czar, accused The New York Times of fabricating a story about conflicts of…

Nigeria’s Biggest Trading Event Is Coming to Lagos: Traders Fair 2026 Set to Ignite the Finance Community

2025-12-01 · 10:36

Lagos, Nigeria — Nigeria’s traders, investors, and financial enthusiasts are gearing up for one of the most anticipated…

New Saudi Discovery Reveals 11 Million Tonnes of Copper, Zinc, Gold, and Silver

2025-12-01 · 02:30

Saudi Arabia has outlined a fresh trove of nearly 11 million tonnes of copper, zinc, gold, and silver resources in the…

Goldman Sachs Sees 20% Upside for Gold in 2026 as Silver Hits Its Latest Peak

2025-11-30 · 16:30

While crypto assets have bounced back and mended the dents left between Nov.

Silver Breaks Record Prices in Historic Cup and Handle Event

2025-11-28 · 22:01

Silver, the oftentimes belittled commodity metal, has reached a historic price high, with prices soaring over $56 per…

Chicago Mercantile Exchange halts trading, sparking public outcry

2025-11-28 · 17:30

Trading was halted for about 10 hours before being restored on Friday, sparking a public backlash from derivatives and…

Ark Invest Signals Liquidity Revival Ahead of Potential Year-End Market Bounce

2025-11-27 · 21:30

U.S.

Fed Rate Cut Odds Jump to 84% on Thanksgiving as Traders Lean Into December Shift

2025-11-27 · 16:30

Odds of a December quarter-point rate cut have marched sharply higher this Thanksgiving, with prediction markets and…

Europe’s new chat police: Chat Control legislation nudges forward in the EU

2025-11-27 · 11:22

EU governments agree to push forward with child sexual abuse “Chat Control” rules, but the compromise keeps voluntary…

Stimulus Incoming? White House Says 2026 Tax Refunds Will Hit New Highs

2025-11-26 · 18:29

The White House says tax refunds in 2026 will be “the largest ever,” a projection tied to retroactive tax cuts and…

Bolivia Seeks $9 Billion Bailout; Plans to Legalize Stablecoin Banking

2025-11-26 · 16:50

Bolivia is moving into a new economic phase as the government is seeking over $9 billion in multilateral financing to…

Morning Minute: Polymarket Gets the Green Light; Kalshi Hits a Wall

2025-11-26 · 14:46

Mixed news for prediction markets as the CFTC approved Polymarket, while a Nevada ruling set back Kalshi and likely the…

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