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NATO plans drone swarm network along Russia border, keeps humans on trigger

NATO's Eastern Flank Deterrence Initiative will automate drone flight while keeping humans on targeting decisions. The network, already tested in combat, stretches from Finland to the Black Sea.

Crypto19d ago

Anchorpoint begins phased HKDAP stablecoin rollout for institutional users

Anchorpoint Financial, a joint venture backed by Standard Chartered and HKT, has started phase 1 of its HKDAP stablecoin rollout under HKMA license for institutional payments.

Commodities19d ago

A La Carte Media Consulting Hits Inc. 5000 at No. 719 with 477% Growth

The Chicago-based media consultancy posted 477% revenue growth over three years, landing on the 2026 Inc. 5000 list. CEO Christa Chavez Martay credits the firm's agile, digital-first model.

Stocks19d ago

The Cantillon Effect Explains the Persistent Affordability Crisis

The Cantillon effect from pandemic-era money printing, not bad economic management, is driving the persistent "affordability crisis" voters feel. Neither party addresses the true cause.

Crypto19d ago

Binance, RedotPay dispute Singapore case status after court hearing

Binance and RedotPay dispute whether Singapore proceedings are being discontinued after an Aug. 7 hearing. The disagreement runs alongside a Hong Kong case seeking $473 million in damages.

Commodities19d ago

New York City Bill Targets Amazon's Delivery Subcontractors

The Delivery Protection Act would require Amazon, FedEx, UPS to employ last-mile workers directly, not through subcontractors. Amazon says it may relocate. Legislation likely faces court challenge.

Crypto19d ago

Georgia Seizes $163K in Cash, Crypto From Unregistered VASP Manager

Georgia's Investigation Service arrested an unregistered VASP manager on Aug. 12, seizing $84K in cash and $80K in crypto. The probe is expanding into tax evasion and money laundering charges.

Crypto19d ago

Tether, a Stablecoin Giant, Now Rivals Central Banks in Gold

Tether bought over 27 tons of gold in H1 2026, ranking with Kazakhstan among the year's biggest institutional buyers. PPI data lands Thursday.

Stocks19d ago

India's Diplomatic Corps Needs Domain Experts, Authors Argue

A former minister's appointment as envoy to Bangladesh tests whether India will pick diplomats for capability or career track. The authors argue the gap between ambition and domain expertise matters for trade deals.

Stocks19d ago

BS PHARM KOREA Maps 7 Congresses in 2H 2026 for Distribution Push

BS PHARM KOREA will attend seven international medical aesthetics congresses in 2H 2026 as part of a global distribution partnership push. The company’s portfolio includes skin boosters, fillers, and regenerative formulations for professional use across Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and Latin America.

Stocks19d ago

Oracle Layoffs: Tech Giant Plans More Job Cuts After 21,000 Reduction This Year

Oracle plans more job cuts as it borrows heavily for AI infrastructure while trimming payroll. Uber also cut 10% of customer service staff, citing AI adoption. Both moves reflect the tension between big tech spending and cost discipline.

Crypto19d ago

SEC Plans Crypto Rulemaking This Week as CLARITY Act Stalls

Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan says the SEC could propose Regulation Crypto on Aug. 14, opening a faster path to clarity for digital assets while Congress is in recess.