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.
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Kofi Ampadu, the partner who led a16z's Talent x Opportunity fund, has left the firm months after the program was paused indefinitely, signaling a potential retreat from structured DEI efforts in venture capital.
Crude oil and gasoline futures tumbled sharply on Monday, pressured by a rallying U.S. dollar and signs of diplomatic engagement between the U.S. and Iran. The sell-off marks a significant reversal from last week's geopolitical premium.
Silver's explosive surge past $100 has reshaped the commodity landscape. With Citi and prominent strategists forecasting a run toward $150, the metal is now seen as a volatile barometer of macro fears, structural deficits, and relentless industrial demand, establishing a potential new floor above $65.
Former Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has issued a stark warning to the regime, urging sweeping reforms to address public grievances as internal divisions surface following a deadly crackdown on protests. The rare public criticism from within the establishment highlights growing tensions ahead of renewed nuclear talks.
A Wall Street Journal report reveals a major investment by UAE's Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan in a Trump-linked cryptocurrency company days before the 2024 inauguration, followed by a reversal of U.S. policy on advanced AI chip exports to the UAE.
Crude oil and gasoline futures tumbled sharply on Thursday, pressured by a surging U.S. dollar and signs of diplomatic progress between the U.S. and Iran. The sell-off erases recent geopolitical risk premiums, with increased supply from Venezuela adding further downward momentum.
A second round of trilateral negotiations involving the United States, Russia, and Ukraine is set to begin in the United Arab Emirates this week, following a brief pause in attacks on Kyiv that has cautiously raised hopes for de-escalation.
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.
The Trump family-affiliated stablecoin USD1 has rapidly ascended to become a top-five stablecoin by market capitalization, reaching $5 billion, even as speculative meme tokens falter. Its growth is shadowed by a previously unreported deal with a UAE-backed entity and mounting regulatory scrutiny in Washington.
A second round of trilateral talks on a US-backed peace plan for Ukraine has been delayed to Wednesday, President Zelensky announced. The postponement follows undisclosed discussions between senior Russian and US officials in Florida, raising questions about diplomatic coordination and the path forward.
A senior Kremlin official has publicly endorsed President Trump's efforts to broker an end to the Ukraine conflict, calling renewed U.S.-Russia dialogue "productive" as a new round of trilateral talks is announced.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirms a new round of trilateral negotiations with Russia and the U.S. is scheduled for early February, even as drone attacks continue to target civilian infrastructure.
A new report details how Donald Trump's family has amassed a vast cryptocurrency portfolio, coinciding with a regulatory pullback by the SEC and DOJ. The moves raise questions about conflicts of interest as a Trump-backed venture seeks federal banking approval.
Iran’s foreign minister says missile programme not up for negotiation as Trump says sending more ships to the region.
In a significant shift from its long-standing marketing playbook, Pizza Hut will not advertise during NBC's Super Bowl pre-game coverage this year, ending a tradition that spanned over a decade. The move comes as the chain undergoes a strategic review and reallocates its ad budget toward other sports and partnerships.
Spotify and major record labels have filed a staggering $13 trillion lawsuit against Anna's Archive, alleging the platform facilitated the theft of metadata and audio files representing nearly all commercial recordings. The case raises profound questions about digital piracy and copyright enforcement in the streaming era.
Iran's foreign minister stated readiness for 'fair' negotiations with Washington but firmly ruled out discussing its defense capabilities, as regional powers intensify diplomacy to avert a military confrontation.
As volatility returns to European markets, investors are turning to dividend-paying stocks for income and stability. We examine three companies with compelling, yet distinct, dividend profiles for income-focused portfolios.
