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Fortescue inks deal with CMB-TECH for a dual-fuel ammonia bulk carrier to move iron ore from the Pilbara, part of its net-zero 2030 push. The first vessel arrives by year-end.
The Versailles peace talks collapsed after Trump's remarks spiked oil. Copper, structurally tied to grid and data center demand, remains unfazed by the headline seesaw. Here's why.
South Korea's adjusted export growth eased to 49.7% in June's first 20 days, still elevated as chip exports surged 188%. The BOK warns that record bonus payouts may spill into broader inflation.
New RBI rules let customers demand a full refund if a bank mis-sold them a financial product. The rules take effect January 1, 2027, and cover insurance, mutual funds, and loans.
Trump blames sabotage for Reflecting Pool failure. Paint peeled, algae bloomed after $14M renovation. Olympian arrested on vandalism charge. Repairs planned for July 4.
US crude rose nearly 3% to $78.70 after Tehran closed the Strait of Hormuz. Negotiators in Switzerland face a 60-day deadline on a comprehensive deal.
SBI chairman C.S. Setty says the bank is considering mortgage-backed securities to fund loan growth as deposit growth lags credit expansion by 6 percentage points.
The Blockchain Association pushes H.R. 9175 to let miners and stakers defer taxes until sale. A July 10 markup could move the bill. White House opposition and the JCT score remain hurdles.
A Dutch court accepted blockchain evidence in a data trafficking case, sentencing the defendant to two years. The ruling adds to European case law treating on-chain records as admissible evidence.
Brent crude jumped 1.2% after Trump threatened fresh Iran strikes, undercutting last week's peace deal and reopening supply risk. Quantum Strategy warns the apparent glut masks tightness.
A Jio Platforms IPO could vault Reliance Industries past HDFC Bank and Infosys in market cap. The August AGM will offer the first official timeline update.
Polymarket paid creators to simulate fake trades on duplicate sites without disclosure, per WSJ. The company promised an audit. The scandal hits as prediction markets court institutional capital.
A PwC survey of 2,300 UK GLP-1 users shows 70% cut snack spending while 54% buy more high-protein foods. The shift persists after stopping drugs, with implications for food companies.
John Jumper, the Nobel Prize-winning AI scientist behind AlphaFold, left Google DeepMind for Anthropic after 9 years, signaling an intensifying talent war in AI.
Chase cardholders can get 15% back on Optimum subscriptions. The offer signals how credit card rewards are shaping consumer choice in telecom.
The Senate is waiting for the House to settle its internal agreement. Two bills target staking tax clarity and reporting burdens that keep capital idle.
Futures fell Sunday as crude topped $85 on Iran tensions. Traders weigh the inflation risk from higher oil against a pivotal CPI print due Wednesday.
Happy Joe's CEO Tom Sacco on the chain's America 250 promotion: patriotic pizzas, block parties and $3,000 sweepstakes prizes through Aug. 15.
Accelerate Resources has started RC drilling at its Spencers gold discovery near Kalgoorlie, aiming to test deeper zones after shallow aircore hits up to 28m at 1.01 g/t. The 1,200m program targets higher-grade shoots.
Morgan Stanley's amended ETF filings for Ethereum and Solana set a 0.14% fee and include staking, with 95% of rewards to shareholders. SEC review continues.
Costco is testing Yasso's new mini frozen Greek yogurt cups at select locations, offering a 12-pack of Vanilla Caramel and Fudge Chip for $11.89.
Kalshi has held early IPO talks with banks as annualized revenue tops $2 billion and trading volume triples to $178 billion. Any listing is likely a year or more away.
Iran's denial of a ceasefire sends crude back above $76 as the Strait of Hormuz again closes. Thursday's UN session is the next catalyst.
The joint request asks whether crypto perpetuals are futures or swaps. The answer will shape which venues can list them and which rules apply. The first comment letters are the next signal.
70% of consumers can't identify fake videos. The Guardian found brands using AI influencers without disclosure, risking trust and regulatory action. EU rules take effect August; NO FAKES Act advances in Senate.
Santander is rolling out AI tools to all 185,000 employees, targeting €1B in business value by 2028. The bank already saw €35M in Q1 from AI.
A 51-year-old man died after falling from the 300 level at Madison Square Garden during a Goose concert. Police are investigating the circumstances.
Andy Burnham's 54.8% victory in Makerfield makes him frontrunner for Labour leader, with over $11M wagered on Polymarket. His pro-crypto stance contrasts with current government policy.
The 2026 corporate treasury awards name Toyota, Apple, Saudi Aramco among top teams. AlphaScala's Weak score for Toyota tempers the signal. The list flags companies with strong cash management; sector risks remain.
President Trump told Axios Anthropic is no longer a national security threat, reversing an earlier order. The Pentagon dispute and a billing delay add to sector uncertainty.