Cryptoverse: As markets question US exceptionalism, bitcoin starts to shine
Representations of cryptocurrency Bitcoin are seen in this illustration taken November 25, 2024. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration Purchase Licensing Rights , opens new tab May 8 (Reuters) – It's late to the sell-USA party. But bitcoin is finally reclaiming its place as a big alternative for investors spooked by President Donald Trump's trade war and keen to […]
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Democrats call for investigation into Trump family crypto deal over potential foreign influence
Sens. Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.) and Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) called on a federal watchdog Monday to launch an inquiry into a recent deal announced by the Trump family’s crypto firm, raising concerns it could create an opening for foreign influence. The company launched by President Trump and his sons, World Liberty Financial, revealed last week that […]
Visa Doubles Down on Stablecoins With Investment in Blockchain Payments Firm BVNK
Global payments service provider Visa's (V) venture capital arm made a strategic investment in BVNK, a startup building stablecoin-based payment infrastructure, in a move that reflects legacy financial financial firms' push into blockchain-powered money movement. "Visa’s deep expertise in building global payment networks, combined with our stablecoin infrastructure, creates powerful possibilities for redefining how businesses […]
DigitalX Increases Solana Holdings for Yield
DigitalX Limited (ASX:DCC) has strategically increased its Solana (SOL) holdings, allocating proceeds from the recently closed DigitalX Fund (DXF) to acquire 18,944 SOL, valued at approximately $4.36 million. This acquisition brings DigitalX’s total Solana holdings to 83,150 SOL. The company intends to stake these tokens through BitGo, its custody provider, projecting annualised returns between 7% […]
BitMEX Launches Market May-hem Trading Competition: Win a 310,000 USDT Prize Pool
VICTORIA, Seychelles, May 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — BitMEX , the safest crypto exchange, announced today the launch of its Market May-hem Trading Competition , allowing traders to compete for their share of a 300,000 USDT prize pool. The competition will run from 8 May 2025 at 11:00 AM (UTC) to 31 May 2025 at […]
Senate stablecoin bill fails to advance after Democrats balk at Trump’s crypto ‘conflicts’
The Senate rejected a motion moving the Genius Act to the next stage of potential approval. Republicans failed to overcome Democratic resistance. President Donald Trump's crypto ventures loomed over Capitol Hill drama. In a major setback for crypto, the US Senate voted on Thursday to not advance a landmark stablecoin bill to potential passage after […]
In Her Hong Kong Debut, Dominique Fung Reckons With Ancestral History
Continuing her exploration of family heritage, the artist’s latest body of work draws on both her ancestry and the fraught legacy of Empress Dowager Cixi.
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Opinion
Who should I vote for? What are the key party policies in the Australian election?
Lower taxes, cheaper fuel and home-buying help are among the sugar hits on offer at this year’s election. Labor has promised to reduce the lowest tax rate from 16% to 14% over two years while the Coalition is offering a 25c deduction of fuel tax for a year. Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton announced competing […]
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5 Space Missions to Watch in April 2025: Polar Orbits, Space Weather and NASA’s Lucy
April will bring a flurry of space missions from the likes of NASA, SpaceX, Roscosmos and ULA.
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Politics
US-UK trade deal: How good is Trump’s deal for America?
The Trump administration, which has seen markets panic at its tariff announcements, was eager to sell the announcement as significant, describing it as a "breakthrough". In the UK, Sir Keir Starmer, who also has incentive to want to be seen as a solid negotiator, called it "historic", while noting there was more work to be […]
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Gregg Popovich: the NBA truth teller who held Trump, and the US, to account
Raise a glass to Gregg Popovich, the gruff teddy bear who lifted the San Antonio Spurs into the NBA’s elite. After three decades on the Spurs’ sideline, he is stepping back from coaching to become the team’s president of basketball operations. It’s a back-to-the-future move for the 76-year-old: he was the Spurs’ general manager for […]
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China, America, And India Compete Over Gulf Energy
The Yemeni Houthis' attacks on shipping in the Middle East have not only triggered an international … More supply chain crunch, but also raised questions about China's role and immunity. Getty Images President Donald J. Trump will set off on a trip to the Middle East to try to do what Biden could not: corral […]
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Trump Says He’s Willing to Lower China Tariffs at Some Point
(Bloomberg) — Supply Lines is a daily newsletter that tracks global trade. Sign up here. Most Read from Bloomberg President Donald Trump said he is willing to lower tariffs on China at some point because the levies now are so high that the world’s two largest economies have essentially stopped doing business with each other. […]
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Finances
Strategies to Make B2B Emails Effective (Without Being a Nuisance to Prospects)
Each email serves as an interaction. Every message comes as a reply at a certain time during the day and gets a certain reaction, such as excitement, annoyance, intrigue, or apathy. Our responsibility is constructing not only platforms of value but also stories that encourage participation. With marketing emails, perceptivity and interaction are two concepts…
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How Businesses Can Reduce Their Environmental Impact with Smart Policies for Sustainability
In today’s world, businesses face increasing pressure to not only drive profits but also minimize their environmental impact. As we navigate the challenges of climate change and resource depletion, it’s clear that smart policies can make a significant difference. By adopting sustainable practices, companies can contribute to a healthier planet while also enhancing their brand…
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President Donald Trump’s Potential Proposal to Eliminate Taxes For Americans Making Under $200,000 Could Have Unintended Consequences. 2 Things Investors Should Know
Key Points Trump has posted on social media about potentially eliminating income taxes for many Americans. Lost tax revenue could worsen the country's financial situation. Trump hopes tariffs could offset the lost tax revenue, but that's not immediately clear. President Donald Trump has floated the idea of eliminating income taxes for Americans making less than […]
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Editorial: This isn’t the time to gird Missouri’s resources with high-end tax cuts
For an idea of the warped priorities driving the current tax-cut obsession in Jefferson City, consider two elements within the latest offering from the Missouri House: One, it would exempt capital gains from the state income tax for individuals and potentially for corporations. That would, by definition, benefit only those wealthy enough to make their […]
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Sustainable Stays for Safe Travels: Top Eco-Lodges and Green Hotels in the USA
Why Sustainable Stays Matter in 2025 Eco-travel isn’t just a trend; it’s a necessity. With climate change on everyone’s mind, travelers in the USA are now looking for places to stay that reflect their values—places that are safe, eco-friendly and socially responsible. Sustainable stays not only reduce your footprint but also support local economies and…
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Environment
Palace Studios Unveils Private Gym And Strength Training Spaces In Central Hong Kong With Booking Via Mobile App
Hong Kong Island, May 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong – Palace Studios, renowned for redefining private fitness experiences in Hong Kong, has announced the grand opening of two strength training studios: Palace Four and Palace Five. Strategically located at 2/F, Winsome House, 73 Wyndham Street, Central, these studios epitomise luxury […]
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TEch giants
Epic Games CEO calls Apple and Google ‘gangster-style’ businesses in need of competition
Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney, whose company makes Fortnite and tools for other developers, including Unreal Engine, called out Apple and Google as “gangster-style businesses” engaged in illegal practices while speaking at a Y Combinator event on Wednesday. The executive also emphasized how the big tech companies’ practices directly affected his own business by scaring […]
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