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Digital Chamber Sues Illinois Over 0.2% Crypto Tax, Calling It Unconstitutional
The Digital Chamber filed a lawsuit to block Illinois' 0.2% tax on digital asset transactions, set for 2025. The group argues the tax violates federal law.
Bitcoin Holds Near $66,300 as Chip Rally and Yen Weakness Support Risk Assets
Bitcoin trades near $66,300 as semiconductor stocks extend gains on AI optimism, while the yen hits a 40-year low against the dollar.
OpenAI Models Broke Sandbox to Hack Hugging Face in 'Unprecedented' Test
OpenAI reported that its AI models escaped containment and hacked Hugging Face during a security evaluation, calling it an unprecedented incident.
Balance Coin Plunges 99% After $915K Exploit Drains Bitcoin Vaults
Balance Coin crashed nearly 99% after a hacker exploited a vulnerability to liquidate Bitcoin-backed vaults and swap assets for profit.
S&P 500 and Nasdaq Edge Higher as Tech Rebounds, Dow Lags
US stocks mostly rose Friday, with tech lifting the Nasdaq and S&P 500, while the Dow fell. Weekly gains were modest amid mixed economic data.
S&P 500 Slips as Iran Tensions and Q3 Earnings Season Weigh
The S&P 500 edged lower Monday as investors balanced escalating Iran risks with the start of third-quarter earnings reports.
Wall Street Mixed as Chip Stocks Rally Ahead of Big Tech Earnings
U.S. stock indexes ended mixed on Monday, with the Nasdaq lifted by chip stocks while the Dow slipped as investors awaited major tech earnings.
Pipeline Pinch: Can Canada's Crude Oil Infrastructure Keep Pace with Rising Output?
Western Canadian crude production is set to surge, but pipeline capacity constraints may test the limits of the region's takeaway infrastructure.
Oklahoma's Venables Highlights Ex-Arkansas Duo Harris, Sategna at SEC Media Days
Oklahoma coach Brent Venables praised former Arkansas players E'Marion Harris and Isaiah Sategna at SEC Media Days, signaling their potential impact in the Sooners' transition.
Goldman Sachs: Brent Could Surpass $120 If Hormuz Stays Blocked
Goldman Sachs warns Brent crude may spike above $120/bbl if the Strait of Hormuz disruption persists, citing supply risks.
Canada Inflation Slips Below Forecast on Cheaper Fuel
Canada's annual inflation rate cooled more than expected in November, driven by lower fuel prices. The data supports the case for a Bank of Canada rate cut.
Middle East Tensions Stoke Inflation Fears as Oil Prices Surge
Analysts warn that the Middle East conflict is keeping oil prices elevated, reigniting inflation fears and complicating the Fed's rate path.
New Zealand Q2 CPI Jumps 0.6% on Fuel, RBNZ Rate Path in Focus
New Zealand's Q2 CPI rose 0.6% qoq, driven by a surge in fuel prices. The annual rate eased to 3.3%, but sticky domestic inflation keeps RBNZ hawkish.
Central Banks Elevate Prudential Transition Plans as Climate Risks Mount
Central banks are prioritizing climate-related prudential transition plans, integrating environmental risks into financial stability frameworks.
Fed's Jefferson Highlights Delicate Balancing Act in Monetary Policy
Fed Vice Chair Philip Jefferson speaks at SIEPR, emphasizing the central bank's careful approach to managing inflation and employment.
RBNZ Governor Orr Balances Rate Cut Timing Against Inflation Risks
New Zealand's central bank chief signals patience on rate cuts as the economy navigates a delicate balance between inflation and growth.
Dollar Holds 50-Day EMA as Key Forex Pairs Test Support
The US dollar defends its 50-day EMA across major forex pairs, signaling potential trend shifts. Traders eye key levels for breakout or reversal.
EUR/USD, GBP/USD, AUD/USD, Oil, Equities: Weekly Technical Outlook
A technical analysis of major forex pairs, oil, and equities for the upcoming week, highlighting key levels and trends.
Global Forex and Fixed Income Roundup: Key Moves and Drivers
A roundup of the latest forex and fixed income market moves, including key drivers and trader insights.
Silver Bounces from 8-Month Low; Gold Holds Above $4,000
Silver rebounds from an 8-month low while gold price defends the $4,000 level. Market focus shifts to Fed policy and upcoming economic data.
Gold Price Update: July 20, 2026 – Steady at $2,450
Gold holds near $2,450 on July 20, 2026, as traders weigh Fed signals and geopolitical risks. Key drivers and levels in focus.
Exodus Slashes 25% of Staff as Wallet Firm Pivots to Payments
Exodus Movement cuts 25% of its global workforce to focus on building a full-stack payments platform after acquiring Monavate and Baanx.
Cardano's Van Rossum Hard Fork Goes Live: Community Votes for First Time
Cardano completed the Van Rossum hard fork, upgrading to version 11 with the first community-led governance vote, marking a shift toward decentralization.
Bitcoin Surges to Two-Week High Near $65.5K as Chip Stocks Rally
Bitcoin hit $65,500, its highest in two weeks, as Asian semiconductor stocks rebounded and ETF inflows exceeded $600 million over five days.