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Dollar weakens as rate hike odds fade amid Iran tensions
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Dollar weakens as rate hike odds fade amid Iran tensions

U.S. currency slips as traders pare expectations for Federal Reserve tightening while Middle East conflict fuels haven demand for gold and yen.

Sophie Laurent · 18 Aug 2026
Oil rises on rising supply risks amid fading U.S.-Iran peace hopes
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Oil rises on rising supply risks amid fading U.S.-Iran peace hopes

Brent crude nears $85 per barrel as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East threaten to disrupt oil flows, offsetting concerns over global demand.

Sophie Laurent · 18 Aug 2026
Poland’s FX reserves fall to $20.75 bln in July
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Poland’s FX reserves fall to $20.75 bln in July

Foreign exchange holdings drop for first time in six months as central bank data reflects currency market dynamics.

Sophie Laurent · 18 Aug 2026
Celanese, VIGOR to develop lightweight robot joints for humanoids
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Celanese, VIGOR to develop lightweight robot joints for humanoids

Materials supplier Celanese and robotics firm VIGOR will collaborate on advanced joint components designed to enhance mobility and efficiency in humanoid robots.

Sophie Laurent · 18 Aug 2026
Tether’s first financial audit by KPMG finds no material issues
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Tether’s first financial audit by KPMG finds no material issues

Stablecoin issuer Tether undergoes its inaugural full-year review by KPMG, marking a key step in addressing transparency concerns. Full results remain undisclosed.

Sophie Laurent · 18 Aug 2026
Alibaba debuts AI music model HappyShrimp to compete in digital audio
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Alibaba debuts AI music model HappyShrimp to compete in digital audio

Tech giant Alibaba enters the AI-generated music sector with its new model, positioning itself against established players in the digital audio space.

Sophie Laurent · 17 Aug 2026
Trump warns of military action against Oman over Iran policy
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Trump warns of military action against Oman over Iran policy

Former U.S. president threatens strikes if Oman continues to support Tehran, escalating regional tensions.

Sophie Laurent · 17 Aug 2026
Trump warns Oman of military action over Hormuz talks with Iran
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Trump warns Oman of military action over Hormuz talks with Iran

Former U.S. president threatens strikes if Oman interferes in negotiations on Strait of Hormuz shipping lanes.

Sophie Laurent · 17 Aug 2026
Global bonds fall as yields rise on growth concerns
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Global bonds fall as yields rise on growth concerns

U.S. and European bond markets extend losses as investors reassess growth prospects and policy expectations. Benchmark 10-year yields climb across major economies.

Sophie Laurent · 17 Aug 2026
Brent crude steadies as Hormuz supply risk tightens global market
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Brent crude steadies as Hormuz supply risk tightens global market

Oil prices hold gains as tensions in the Strait of Hormuz threaten key shipping lanes, reducing crude flows to global markets.

Sophie Laurent · 17 Aug 2026
EUR/USD rises as Fed rate hike odds fade, ECB tightening bets firm
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EUR/USD rises as Fed rate hike odds fade, ECB tightening bets firm

Dollar weakens after softer U.S. data reduces expectations for another Federal Reserve rate hike, while the euro gains on European Central Bank tightening bets.

Sophie Laurent · 17 Aug 2026
India detains 200 terror suspects ahead of Independence Day
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India detains 200 terror suspects ahead of Independence Day

Authorities cite heightened security concerns for the preemptive arrests amid Independence Day celebrations.

Sophie Laurent · 17 Aug 2026
Kalshi challenges Nevada regulator over geofencing fine
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Kalshi challenges Nevada regulator over geofencing fine

Prediction market platform Kalshi disputes a fine imposed by Nevada's gaming regulator for alleged geofencing violations, citing regulatory overreach.

Sophie Laurent · 17 Aug 2026
Apple to adjust app data consent rules after German regulator ruling
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Apple to adjust app data consent rules after German regulator ruling

Germany's competition watchdog orders changes to Apple's data collection practices for app developers, citing antitrust concerns.

Sophie Laurent · 17 Aug 2026
Trump-linked crypto firm backs AI venture using restricted Chinese tech
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Trump-linked crypto firm backs AI venture using restricted Chinese tech

Venture backed by a firm tied to former U.S. President Donald Trump is licensing AI from Chinese companies on a U.S. trade blacklist.

Sophie Laurent · 17 Aug 2026
EUR/USD hits eight-week high; focus shifts to U.S. data
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EUR/USD hits eight-week high; focus shifts to U.S. data

Euro strengthens to highest level since late March as markets await U.S. inflation and jobs data for next Fed move. Dollar faces pressure ahead of key releases.

Sophie Laurent · 17 Aug 2026
BofA debuts AI tracker as Anthropic's Claude ranks top for intelligence
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BofA debuts AI tracker as Anthropic's Claude ranks top for intelligence

Bank of America introduces a new AI performance index, with Anthropic's Claude leading the rankings in a preliminary assessment of model intelligence.

Sophie Laurent · 17 Aug 2026
Iranian commander visits U.S. carrier before its return home
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Iranian commander visits U.S. carrier before its return home

Iranian naval commander meets USS Abraham Lincoln crew as the carrier concludes deployment amid regional tensions.

Sophie Laurent · 17 Aug 2026