A prolonged, nationwide internet blackout in Iran, imposed during recent unrest, has crippled businesses and severed global connections for millions, revealing the deep fragility of an economy already under strain.
As key financial and digital asset leaders convene in Washington, Coinbase's Head of Global Research expresses strong confidence that the long-stalled CLARITY Act will finally pass this year, citing growing bipartisan support and institutional pressure.
During UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper's visit to Addis Ababa, British investor Gridworks signed landmark agreements to develop two major transmission projects. The deals, part of a broader UK strategy linking economic development with migration management, mark Ethiopia's first public-private partnerships in its power transmission sector.
The Walt Disney Company announced blockbuster quarterly earnings driven by historic box office and streaming performance, though profits were pressured by a resolved YouTube dispute, rising costs, and a broader slowdown in international travel to U.S. destinations.
As speculation mounts over the next Federal Reserve leadership, top economists point to Kevin Warsh's crisis-era experience as a strength, but warn his legacy will hinge on a single, monumental challenge: shielding interest-rate policy from political influence.
Amid a fragile de-escalation, Tehran confirms it is reviewing regional mediation proposals and expects a framework for renewed negotiations with Washington within days, though significant hurdles remain.
With pharmaceutical companies increasingly deploying AI in direct-to-consumer platforms, the regulatory landscape remains fragmented. In the absence of comprehensive federal action, states are stepping in with disparate laws to address privacy and safety concerns, creating a complex compliance challenge for the industry.
After a protracted political standoff, France's long-delayed 2026 budget is set for adoption, granting Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu a hard-won victory but leaving President Macron's domestic reform agenda in limbo ahead of the 2027 election.
In a significant step toward reconciliation, Syrian interior ministry forces entered the Kurdish-administered city of al-Hassakeh on Monday. The move, part of a fragile new agreement with the Syrian Democratic Forces, aims to cement a ceasefire and outlines a path for the integration of Kurdish-led institutions into the state's security and administrative framework.
Despite a steep decline from its highs, UiPath's pivot towards agentic AI and a path to sustained profitability is drawing investor scrutiny. We examine its valuation, competitive moat, and growth runway in a crowded field.
A Bangladeshi court has convicted British MP Tulip Siddiq in absentia on two further corruption charges, adding four years to her prison term. The cases center on allegations she used her influence with her aunt, former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, to illegally secure land for family members.
As Bangladesh heads to the polls on February 12 under an interim government, its geopolitical alignments are shifting. The outcome will test the influence of regional powers India, China, and Pakistan in a nation navigating a post-Hasina political landscape.
The military leadership in Guinea-Bissau has freed a key opposition figure and pledged to form an inclusive government, in moves widely seen as an effort to appease regional bloc ECOWAS following November's coup.
A new bilateral trade agreement between the United States and Guatemala aims to eliminate tariffs and streamline preferential treatment for textiles and apparel, a move hailed by U.S. industry leaders as a strategic step to reinforce regional manufacturing networks and counter Asian dominance.
Amid persistent inflation and shifting trade policies, building a robust financial safety net is more crucial than ever. Experts outline actionable steps to grow your savings, from debt management to smart account allocation.
Senior U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff is set to arrive in Jerusalem for meetings with Prime Minister Netanyahu and military leaders, as Washington seeks to navigate escalating regional tensions with Iran and advance efforts to end the Gaza conflict.
A convoy of Syrian government forces was observed moving toward the strategic northeastern city of Hasakah on Monday, implementing a ceasefire agreement that aims to reintegrate Kurdish-administered territories with Damascus.
As mortgage rates fluctuate and ambitious policy ideas emerge, economists warn that financing tweaks cannot solve the core issue: a chronic shortage of homes.
While investors chase AI and big tech, a niche biotech firm focused on rare genetic obesity disorders has quietly delivered staggering returns, with Wall Street seeing further 40% upside. Rhythm Pharmaceuticals' targeted approach and upcoming catalysts have analysts bullish, despite its relative anonymity.
A Minnesota judge has freed five-year-old Liam Ramos and his father from federal custody, but their asylum case—and a heated national debate over immigration enforcement—rages on.
