Markets
Public firms tap bitcoin-backed loans for acquisitions, capex
Institutional adoption of bitcoin-backed lending rises as companies secure funding without liquidating holdings, according to Two Prime.
Huya shares drop on weak guidance despite narrower loss
Chinese live-streaming platform reports improved quarterly results but issues cautious revenue outlook, sending shares lower.
Johnson Matthey shareholders approve special dividend, share split
Special dividend of 150p per share approved alongside a 5-for-1 share consolidation to streamline capital structure.
U.S. fuel sales to Cuban businesses expand market access
Shipments mark a rare commercial bridge between the two nations amid ongoing embargo restrictions. Havana’s private sector sees incremental supply gains.
Salzgitter swings to H1 2026 profit, HKM deal in focus
German steelmaker Salzgitter reports earnings rebound in first half of 2026, with turnaround aided by restructuring and HKM acquisition integration.
Octave posts $2.1bn impairment, Q2 revenue falls
Specialty insurer Octave reports a sharp drop in quarterly revenue and a $2.1 billion non-cash impairment charge, citing market conditions.
Blockchain tokenization to unlock $680B ship-finance market
ADI Chain and Shipfinex plan to tokenize commercial vessels, expanding access to a traditionally illiquid sector. The move targets a $680 billion ship-finance market.
NVIDIA’s 800V DC architecture seen boosting AI power infrastructure stocks
Analysts highlight potential beneficiaries as NVIDIA’s new architecture drives demand for advanced power systems in AI data centers.
U.S. Expands Iran Crypto Sanctions, Targeting Two Exchanges
The Treasury Department's OFAC has targeted Shelbit and Aban Tether in an ongoing effort to restrict Tehran's access to cryptocurrency and foreign currency.
Why Bearish Sentiment Persists Around the Japanese Yen
Market participants continue to maintain a bearish outlook on the Japanese yen amid ongoing economic and monetary policy factors.
Russia shuts down nine unregistered crypto exchanges in Moscow
The Federal Security Service closed nine crypto platforms it said were unregistered and used to funnel scam proceeds abroad via Ukrainian call centres.
FINMA issues guidance to curb digital fraud risk in Swiss banks
FINMA's latest survey found Swiss banks need stronger operational risk controls and anti‑money‑laundering measures to combat digital fraud, prompting the regulator to publish new guidance today.
Regulators Must Act Before the CFD Summer Surge Turns Toxic
The 40% jump in retail CFD volume is a warning sign that regulators can no longer ignore. I argue that tighter leverage caps and clearer disclosure rules are overdue.
Crypto’s Institutional Pivot: Why Platforms, Governance, and Niche Licenses Matter
Emerging service platforms like TropixPro, Bitcoin’s governance turmoil, and Bhutan’s new crypto license illustrate how the market is moving from hype to a quest for sustainable legitimacy.
Retail CFD frenzy fuels 40% volume surge amid summer volatility
Brokers report a 40% jump in retail CFD trading on major indices as summer volatility spikes, while new entrant TropixPro accelerates the market’s accessibility.