Hong Kong's monetary authority will grant its first batch of stablecoin issuer licenses next month, with initial approvals limited to a select few firms as the city positions itself as a regulated hub for digital assets.
IBM intensifies its focus on the enterprise AI market with the launch of its governed deployment platform, a strategic collaboration with e& for regulated sectors, and the appointment of PepsiCo's Ramon Laguarta to its board of directors.
Exclusive: In a scathing letter, New York's top prosecutors warn the landmark GENIUS Act lacks critical fraud victim protections, creating a 'legal cover' for stablecoin issuers like Tether and Circle to retain stolen funds.
Publicly-listed digital asset firm BitMine Immersion Technologies now holds over $10.7 billion in assets, with its massive Ethereum treasury positioning it to capture an estimated $374 million in annual staking rewards as it marches toward a controversial 5% supply goal.
Israeli police have detained municipal officials and business figures suspected of embezzling millions in international donations intended for communities devastated by the October 7 Hamas attacks, launching a major fraud investigation.
While broader UK indices face headwinds, a closer look reveals potential in smaller-cap companies. We examine three penny stocks—Alumasc Group, Mercia Asset Management, and Roebuck Food Group—that are navigating economic challenges with distinct strategies and financial profiles.
While flashy, unprofitable startups often dominate headlines, disciplined investors are taking note of Fastenal (NASDAQ:FAST). The industrial supplies distributor is attracting attention not for a speculative story, but for its consistent profitability, modest CEO pay, and a notable trend of insider share purchases—even as some executives sell.
As Bitcoin and major altcoins extend losses, the native token of decentralized exchange Hyperliquid has surged over 40% in a week, with its novel permissionless markets hitting record volumes, prompting some to label it a rare 'defensive' crypto asset.
Augusto Blacker Miller, a controversial figure from Peru's Fujimori era, has died in a Rio de Janeiro prison hospital. The 80-year-old, arrested in Brazil last December on an Interpol warrant, succumbed to cardiorespiratory arrest, reigniting debates about justice, aging detainees, and cross-border legal accountability.
CNBC's Jim Cramer argues that President Trump's unpredictable policy style, often criticized for spooking markets, creates strategic buying opportunities for alert investors who can separate noise from fundamental value.
As the crypto market navigates uncertainty, Zilliqa's network upgrade, HYPE's market decoupling, and CC's sustained inflows present distinct opportunities for traders in the first week of February.
With a partial government shutdown entering its third day, the House prepares to vote on a Senate-crafted funding deal. While Speaker Johnson eyes a Tuesday resolution, deep partisan divisions over Homeland Security funding and procedural hurdles threaten to prolong the stalemate, leaving thousands of federal employees working without pay.
Insiders at Canadian forestry giant Canfor Corporation have been net buyers of the company's shares over the last twelve months, with President Susan Yurkovich leading the activity. The trend signals internal optimism as key executives invest personal capital even above current trading prices.
Lawmakers reconvene Monday as House GOP leadership pushes for rapid passage of a stopgap funding bill to prevent a prolonged partial government shutdown, with tensions high over border security provisions.
Amid a challenging period for its share price, cybersecurity firm OneSpan is demonstrating a powerful operational turnaround, with its return on capital employed (ROCE) skyrocketing. This key profitability metric now vastly outpaces the industry, suggesting past investments are paying off and warranting a closer look from investors.
With a commanding 84% institutional ownership, American Electric Power (AEP) finds its fate closely tied to major financial players. While such heavy institutional backing often signals stability, it also introduces unique market risks that retail investors should watch closely.
India's latest budget proposes a high-level committee to reshape the financial landscape, alongside major reforms in foreign investment rules and bond markets, aiming to fuel the country's next growth phase.
Bahrain's Tarabut, a regulated open banking platform, acquires AI engineering specialist Servable to embed advanced financial AI capabilities—from risk assessment to fraud detection—directly into its infrastructure for banks and fintechs across the Middle East.
The Qatar Investment Authority has backed a new $200 million fund by Shorooq Partners, aiming to inject institutional capital into the region's mature startups and bridge a critical funding hurdle on the path to public listings.
A partial government shutdown triggers furloughs, the Grammys become a platform for political statements, and nationwide protests over immigration policy unfold amid a severe winter storm's aftermath.
