Democrats Plan Trump Investigations if They Win Back the House
Democrats plan day-one investigations into Donald Trump if they retake the House, including a multibillion-dollar Lukoil transaction.
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India's Sensex Rebounds 1.1% on Strong Tech Earnings
India's BSE Sensex rose 1.1% to 72,367 on Friday, recovering from a 32-month low as strong IT earnings offset foreign capital outflows.
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Chipotle Shares Rise on Speculative Starbucks Takeover Rumors
Chipotle stock heads for a second weekly gain following acquisition rumors involving Starbucks, despite the coffee chain downplaying the speculation.
MindRank AI Signs RMB1.75 Billion Deal With 3SBio for Obesity Drug MDR-001
MindRank AI has partnered with 3SBio to commercialize its Phase III obesity drug MDR-001 in Greater China in a deal worth up to RMB1.75 billion.
Indian Stock Markets Rebound After Sharp Sell-Off But Analysts Warn of Risks
Indian benchmarks rebounded on Friday after Thursday's sharp drop, but high oil prices, US bond yields, and a rate hike present ongoing challenges.
Crude Palm Oil Futures Head for Weekly Gain as Indian Demand Offsets Rising Inventories
Crude palm oil futures are set for a 3% weekly gain as strong buying from India offsets rising inventories and a stronger Malaysian ringgit.
Indian Oil and Gas Sector Faces Mixed Q2 as High Costs Squeeze Gas Distributors
High gas prices and a weaker rupee are squeezing city gas distributors, while refining and trading segments show resilience in the July-September quarter.
US Visa Restrictions Could Shift High-Value Tech Work to India
US restrictions on the PERM visa program could push high-value tech work to India, accelerating a shift toward local product engineering and AI.
Dutch Manufacturing Output Jumps 3.3% in August for Strongest Growth Since 2023
Dutch manufacturing output grew 3.3% in August 2026, marking the fastest expansion since late 2023 as automotive and textile sectors rebounded.
Abraxas Capital-Linked Wallet Cuts Ethereum Leverage to Reduce Liquidation Risk
An address linked to Abraxas Capital reduced its Ethereum debt by $45 million, lowering its leverage to 1.55 times to protect against liquidation.
OpenAI Asia-Pacific Public Policy Chief Sanghyun Lee Departs After Six Months
OpenAI public policy chief Sanghyun Lee has left after six months, a key departure as the company faces regulatory scrutiny in Asian markets.
SpaceX to Acquire $8 Billion Spectrum Portfolio to Launch Starlink Mobile Service
Space Exploration Technologies Corp is buying an $8 billion spectrum portfolio to build out Starlink Mobile and challenge traditional wireless carriers.
Over 31 Percent of Bitcoin Supply Exposed to Potential Quantum Attack Risks
An analysis reveals that 31.2% of Bitcoin is held in addresses with exposed public keys, creating potential security risks from future quantum computers.
SpaceX Agrees to Acquire Nationwide 800 MHz Spectrum Portfolio
Space Exploration Technologies Corp. has agreed to acquire nationwide 800 MHz spectrum to boost Starlink Mobile signal penetration.
Hang Seng Index Reclaims 24,000 Mark as Asian Markets Diverge
Hong Kong stocks rose as the Hang Seng Index reclaimed the 24,000 mark, while mainland Chinese and Japanese markets declined.
Anthropic Pauses Some Claude Startup Plan Perks Amid Surge in Applications
Anthropic PBC is pausing some benefits for its Claude Startups plan after receiving hundreds of thousands of applications, prompting a program review.
XRP Drops Below $1.40 Support as Macro Pressures and Delayed Nasdaq Debut Weigh
XRP broke below key support levels due to a broader crypto sell-off and delayed Nasdaq debut, despite continued inflows into US spot ETFs.
iFX EXPO Asia 2026 Highlights Debate Over Bitcoin and Gold Revenues
Brokers at iFX EXPO Asia 2026 debate whether to invest in emerging digital assets like Bitcoin or stick with traditional revenue drivers like gold.
UK Government Considers Minimum English Requirements for Student Loans
The UK government is planning to restrict university student loan eligibility by requiring applicants to meet minimum English language standards.
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PONS Founder Ozzy Purchases Spot Bitcoin for First Time Since January 2023
PONS founder Ozzy purchased spot Bitcoin after a market dip, comparing the drop to the 2023 post-FTX collapse bottom.