Lagarde defends euro area economy and pushes forward with the digital euro in payments
For the ECB President, inflation remains tied to energy and the euro area economy is holding up. The digital euro enters the retail payments strategy.
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Perpetuals targets tokenized US stocks: the new SEC exemption opens the race
Nasdaq-listed Perpetuals.com is preparing a marketplace for tokenized US stocks. It is the second project to emerge following the joint initiative by OKX and ICE.
Bitcoin falls below $82,000 as US inflation revives rate hike risks
US September CPI beats expectations, driven by energy costs. Rising yields send gold and Bitcoin lower as markets reassess the Fed's trajectory.
Williams: AI supply constraints could prolong price pressures
According to the president of the New York Fed, supply and demand for AI infrastructure will not balance out within two years. A factor to watch for inflation as well.
Federated Hermes Prepares Tokenised Share Classes: Distribution Moves Through Brokers
The $911 billion asset manager is targeting 2027 for its first onchain share classes, tapping Prometheum for brokerage, custody, and clearing.
Pro-Palestine protests in dozens of cities: a wave of mobilisation across Europe
Pro-Palestine demonstrations took place across Europe, the United States, and in around fifty Italian cities. Demands focus on Gaza, humanitarian aid, and Israeli withdrawal.
Euro 2032, Torino is the first confirmed venue: the stadium challenge enters the countdown
According to Giovanni Malagò, Allianz Stadium makes Torino the only Italian venue already certain for Euro 2032. The tournament becomes a testing ground to unlock investments in stadiums.
Verstappen wins Singapore Sprint, Antonelli extends lead after Russell crash
Verstappen takes the Sprint in wet conditions at Marina Bay. Russell's mistake and a McLaren clash push Antonelli to fourth place and to +89 in the championship.
US inflation at 3.4%: yields rise and the Fed faces an uncomfortable choice
August data showed US inflation still elevated, with headline CPI around 3.4% year over year and monthly price pressure pushing bond yields higher.
Kalshi wants 24/7 Tesla and Nvidia perpetuals: Wall Street meets crypto-style derivatives
Kalshi is seeking US approval for perpetual futures tied to roughly 60 stocks and ETFs, including major names such as Tesla and Nvidia, with continuous trading and leverage.
US regulators rethink third-party risk management for banks and technology providers
US banking agencies have opened consultation on third-party risk management and the relationship between community banks and core technology service providers.
Bitcoin ETFs see $449 million leave in three days: what the flow shift really says
US spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded $449 million of net outflows over three days after a strong period of inflows in previous weeks.
India launches Demat 2.0: tokenized corporate bonds enter a massive market
SEBI and the Reserve Bank of India have launched the Demat 2.0 pilot for tokenized corporate bonds, linking settlement to the digital rupee with initial issuances already completed.
US and UK authorities simulate a central-counterparty failure: why CCPs are the market’s invisible backbone
The SEC, FDIC, CFTC, Federal Reserve and Bank of England held a tabletop exercise on central-counterparty resolution, coordinating crisis scenarios and responsibilities across jurisdictions.
UK GDP grows 0.4% in July: growth and inflation complicate the rate path
The UK economy grew 0.4% in July, offering some relief on activity while inflation pressure and a restrictive rate environment remain in the background.
Oil above $100: the return of an energy shock reopens the inflation risk
Brent crude has moved back above $100 a barrel amid geopolitical tension and supply concerns, putting energy and fuel costs back at the center of the macro outlook.
US community banks get 18-month exam cycle up to $6 billion in assets
The Fed, FDIC and OCC raised the asset threshold from $3 billion to $6 billion for certain well-rated community banks eligible for an 18-month onsite examination cycle.
Global bonds under pressure: high long-term Treasury yields reprice risk
Long-dated government-bond yields have returned to levels not seen in many years, with the 30-year Treasury under particular pressure and the 10-year yield near 5%.
ETF vs. Active Fund to Understand Structural and Cost Differences: Which Is Truly Better?
Costs, strategy, transparency, and trading methods represent tangible differences; no label alone guarantees a better outcome. The guide focuses on criteria that remain valid even when prices, catalogues, offers, or terms change.
How to tell if cashback and deals really save you money: a step-by-step practical guide
Cashback is only useful if it doesn't prompt you to buy more or settle for a worse starting price. This guide focuses on criteria that remain valid even when prices, catalogues, deals, or terms change.
How to choose a travel card by monitoring exchange rates and fees: a practical, mistake-free guide
When travelling, what matters is the applied exchange rate, withdrawal fees, accepted payment networks, limits, and the ability to block the card quickly. This guide focuses on criteria that remain valid even as prices, catalogues, offers, or terms change.
How to spot an easy-investment scam: a step-by-step practical guide
Guaranteed returns, urgency, unverified testimonials, and requests to transfer funds outside regulated channels are red flags not to be ignored. This guide focuses on criteria that remain valid even when prices, catalogues, offers, or terms change.
How to build an emergency fund without complicating your life: a practical step-by-step guide
The purpose of the fund is to buy time when faced with an unexpected expense, not to chase maximum returns. This guide focuses on criteria that remain valid even when prices, catalogues, offers, or terms change.
How to build a realistic monthly budget: a step-by-step practical guide
A budget works best when it is based on actual transactions from recent months and separates fixed, variable, and annual expenses from goals. This guide focuses on criteria that remain valid even as prices, catalogues, deals, or terms change.