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BitMEX to Enter Close-Only Mode Ahead of September Wind-Down

BitMEX will restrict users to closing positions only from August 26 as it winds down operations. Trading ends September 23. The move follows a strategic review.

Stocks1d ago

Treasury Hikes Buyback Cap; Bessent Says Auctions Unchanged

Treasury doubles max buyback to $4B starting Sept. 9 to boost liquidity in long-dated bonds. Bessent says next auction schedule unchanged. Impact on yields and TGA balances under watch.

Crypto1d ago

Block Bits Founder Guilty in $960K Crypto Bot Fraud

A federal jury convicted Block Bits founder Japheth Dillman on all five counts for a fake crypto arbitrage bot that cost investors $960K. Sentencing could bring up to 20 years per count.

Stocks2d ago

West Bengal bans 72-hour private practice by government doctors

The West Bengal Health Department barred teacher-doctors from private practice for 72 hours from a patient's admission to a government hospital, effective immediately.

Stocks2d ago

Why some US restaurants drop tips for higher wages

At La Cigale in San Francisco, a $140 fixed-price dinner includes no tip and staff earn $40 an hour. Not every restaurant succeeds with the model.

Stocks2d ago

King Charles 10p coin hits UK change as 6.5 million released

The Royal Mint released 600,000 2023 and 6.5 million 2026 10p coins featuring the capercaillie. Only 1% of UK coins bear Charles' portrait, sought after by collectors.

Stocks2d ago

Instacart Tests AI Assistant Ad Formats as Cart Assistant Expands

Instacart is testing three ad formats for its AI shopping assistant, aiming to convert conversational planning into sponsored placements. Full rollout expected in 2026 after Cart Assistant expands across North America. Ulta Beauty is among retailers in Google's competing Universal Cart.

Stocks2d ago

Phu Quoc airport's $836M phoenix terminal nears April opening ahead of APEC 2027

The $836M passenger terminal at Phu Quoc International Airport is 95% complete on its concrete structure, with steel framing at 70%. The April 2026 opening targets readiness for APEC 2027 delegation flights.

Stocks2d ago

Ho Chi Minh City plans 120 kph metro link to $13B Long Thanh airport

The Thu Thiem-Long Thanh line would run 46.44 km with 18 stations, part of a push to reach 255 km of urban rail by 2030. Completion is set for 2030.

Commodities2d ago

TotalEnergies CEO: Hormuz Transit Costs $20M Per Supertanker

TotalEnergies CEO Patrick Pouyanné said moving crude through the Strait of Hormuz costs $20 million per supertanker, or $10 a barrel. With Brent at $92, margins reach $30 before costs.

Commodities2d ago

ASX set for 9,024 open as oil breaks 2-week rally

SPI futures point to a 37-point gain as Brent crude drops 3.6% to $90.97. Monadelphous posts record $2.98B revenue. Wood Mackenzie flags Asia-Pacific LNG shift.

Crypto2d ago

Stablecoin Licensing Rules Set January 2027 Deadline Under GENIUS Act

The Treasury's proposed rulemaking gives stablecoin issuers until January 2027 to obtain a license, with a 2028 ban on unlicensed coins for US persons.