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Uzbekistan's 2026 Crypto Overhaul: Stablecoins, Mining Valley, License Revocation

NAPP and the Central Bank now oversee stablecoins, tokenized securities, and a tax-free mining zone covering 40% of the country. The first exchange license was revoked in May.

Crypto21d ago

Quantum Breach on Crypto Could Look Like a Routine Hack, CEO Warns

A quantum attack on crypto might not be obvious. Christopher Smith warns it could look like a phishing hack, with 50-50 odds by 2028, as networks race to upgrade.

Commodities21d ago

Origin Agritech Replaces Legacy Systems With Kingdee AI Cloud ERP

Origin Agritech (SEED) deploys Kingdee AI Cloud ERP across finance, supply chain, and manufacturing. Phase 1 go-live targeted for November 2026. The eight-month, two-phase implementation replaces fragmented legacy systems and builds the internal control and data infrastructure required to scale the company's expanding commercial seed portfolio.

Commodities21d ago

Rio Tinto's 43% Earnings Surge: AI Metals Demand or Mirage?

Rio Tinto's H1 2026 earnings rose 43% to $6.9B on AI-driven metals demand. Forward PE of 11.57x and 4.85% yield compare favorably with BHP. Full-year results due February 2027.

Crypto21d ago

FCA Drafts Tokenized Gold Rules as China Challenges London

The FCA seeks feedback on tokenized gold as collateral. New rules expected within months as London's 70% gold market share faces Chinese competition.

Crypto21d ago

Robinhood Opens UK Crypto Trading With 50+ Assets, Zero Fees

Robinhood launches UK crypto trading with 50+ assets via Bitstamp, zero commissions, and an AI research tool. HOOD shares rose 0.77% premarket. Bernstein has a $160 target.

Stocks21d ago

JioMart Orders Surge 116%; Reliance Retail Margin Falls to 7.9%

JioMart's average daily orders doubled. The cost of growth is showing in the retailer's earnings. The next three years will test whether stores can drive profit.

Commodities21d ago

Washington's $400M Rare Earth Bet Hits a Strategic Mineral

The Pentagon lent $400M to Sunrise Energy Metals for the world's first scandium mine. Production starts late 2028. The stock jumped 29%.

Crypto21d ago

Robinhood Opens UK Crypto Trading, HOOD Stock Ticks Up 1.3%

Robinhood UK users can trade 50+ crypto assets via Bitstamp. HOOD stock rose 1.3% pre-market. The launch follows an FCA registry approval on July 31.

Stocks21d ago

Tax Software Choice Hinges on Business Return Type, Not Price

Tax software choice depends on business return type. TaxAct leads for affordability across structures. TurboTax for expert help. FreeTaxUSA for DIY Schedule C under $20. H&R Block for S-corps.

Crypto21d ago

Australia suspends Cryptolink’s crypto ATMs for three months

AUSTRAC suspended Cryptolink’s Bitcoin ATM operations for three months over AML compliance failures. With Bitcoin below $70k, regulatory FUD in the top Asia-Pacific ATM hub adds downside risk.

Stocks21d ago

Deterministic Automation Hits a Ceiling, Itential CTO Argues

Chris Wade of Itential argues that deterministic automation fails on unanticipated variance. AI reasoning completes the 80% deterministic path, solving the 20% that always broke workflows.