Telegram’s Pavel Durov responds to Russia’s terrorism designation
The Telegram founder said Russia designated him a terrorist after he refused government demands for mass surveillance and censorship on the messaging platform.…
Senator Schumer proposes agency to address corruption, including Trump’s crypto ventures
The proposed legislation referenced Donald Trump’s disclosure of billions of dollars in crypto earnings in 2025, as well as his family’s business ties to…
Aviva Investors launches tokenized fund after Central Bank of Ireland approval
The new XRPLbased share class gives eligible investors blockchainbased access to a regulated US dollar liquidity fund while keeping traditional custody…
Global banks test tokenized money for cross-border payments in $1 million BIS pilot
Twentyeight banks, including JPMorgan, Citi and UBS, moved real money across borders in a live test of blockchainbased settlement. Source:CoinDesk
Canadian crypto ownership increases to 25%: Ontario survey
A survey of more than 2,000 Canadians in late 2025 and early 2026 showed an increasing awareness of risk around the crypto industry and higher ownership of…
Mortgage rates jump to their highest level in a year and show few signs of falling
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday kept its benchmark interest rate steady, but political and economic developments are pushing mortgage rates higher.…
Bitcoin stable as Fed fave PCE inflation sees first monthly drop in six years
Bitcoin and US stocks enjoyed a relief bounce as the South Korea semiconductor rout eased and US PCE inflation data conforms to yearonyear expectations.…
Ondo Finance weighs acquisition worth up to $500 million
The tokenizedassets firm is considering an acquisition valued at $250 million to $500 million as consolidation accelerates across crypto infrastructure.…
Americans are spending plenty — but they’re saving much less
Consumer spending rose again in June to cap off a strong second quarter, but households had to dig deep into their savings to pay for their purchases after a…
Meta’s stock is falling hard. Here’s why the company is in Wall Street’s doghouse.
Meta’s spending on AI is ramping, and investors want proof that the company can make serious money in areas other than advertising. Source:MarketWatch
SEC Announces Continuation of Small Business Advisory Committee Meeting
The Securities and Exchange Commission announced that the Small Business Capital Formation Advisory Committee meeting held on July 21, 2026, will reconvene…
Why Microsoft’s stock is soaring toward a historic gain after earnings
The company’s cloud business is sporting impressive growth, and Microsoft expects to avoid heading into cashburn mode as it spends up on AI. Source:MarketWatch