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Natera partners with Kupando for Phase 1 cancer trial in Germany
Collaboration aims to evaluate Natera’s MRD technology in early-stage oncology studies. Kupando to lead trial operations in Germany.
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.
Coldcard hack losses still unclear as investigators rely on victim reports
On-chain analysis and victim reports yield inconsistent estimates of stolen Bitcoin following the Coldcard wallet breach. Investigators face challenges in quantifying losses amid ongoing probes.
American Strategic Investment Q2 revenue falls 12% year-on-year
Investment firm American Strategic Investment reports a 12% drop in quarterly revenue, citing weaker market conditions and reduced deal flow.
Annexon expands Phase 3 trial for dry AMD with 24-month endpoint
Biotech firm Annexon extends its Phase 3 trial for geographic atrophy by adding a 24-month endpoint to assess long-term efficacy of its experimental therapy.
Bike24 Q2 2026 revenue rises 20%, localized markets up 30%
German cycling retailer Bike24 reports a 20% year-over-year revenue increase in Q2 2026, with localized markets driving 30% growth as demand for e-bikes and accessories climbs.
Nvidia, Wall Street firms to securitize AI compute as infrastructure asset
Six major banks partner with Nvidia to treat AI processing power as a tradable asset class, potentially reshaping data center financing. Crypto compute demand seen as secondary beneficiary.
China Pacific Insurance vice chair Lu Qiaoling resigns
Resignation follows corporate governance changes at China’s second-largest insurer. No reason disclosed.
Spirax shares drop 8% after H1 2026 outlook, cash concerns
Industrial engineering firm forecasts 5% sales growth for first half of 2026 but faces investor skepticism over cash flow, sending shares down sharply.
Robinsons Land forecasts 10% revenue rise in first half of 2026
Philippine property developer expects REIT share to expand as earnings growth outpaces sector. Slides outline strategic shift toward commercial and retail segments.
Indonesia approves Empyrean’s 8.5% stake transfer in Mako gas field
Regulator grants approval for Empyrean Energy to transfer its 8.5% stake in Indonesia’s Mako gas field to a third party, marking a strategic shift in the project’s ownership structure.
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.
Trump Media reports $238M quarterly loss, wider than year ago
Social media firm's net loss surged to $238 million in Q2, up from $20 million in the same period last year, as costs rose sharply.
Gulf shipping through Strait of Hormuz drops to six vessels
Vessel traffic via key oil chokepoint declines amid fading Iran nuclear deal prospects, industry data shows.
Riot Platforms jumps 20% on $9.1 bln AI deal with Anthropic
Bitcoin miner secures 20-year pact with AI firm, signaling pivot from crypto to high-margin infrastructure revenue.
TAG Immobilien H1 2026 outlook lifts FFO by 9% on ROBYG IPO
German real estate firm TAG Immobilien projects a 9% rise in first-half FFO for 2026, driven by the IPO of its subsidiary ROBYG and higher net tangible assets.
ISS H1 2026 guidance unchanged after 8.9% growth, margin improvement
Integrated Service Solutions maintained its full-year outlook after reporting first-half revenue growth of 8.9% and higher margins. Earnings guidance for 2026 remains intact.
European gas prices surge past €61/MWh on Hormuz Strait supply risks
Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz drive European gas futures higher as concerns over Middle East supply routes intensify.
Frequentis H1 2026 outlook shows 45% growth, seasonal shift
Air-traffic management firm Frequentis projects revenue growth of 45% in the first half of 2026, with a notable change in seasonality patterns. Shares rose on the update.
TKH Group upgrades electrification outlook as H1 2026 EBITA rises 43.5%
Dutch industrial group TKH Group reported a sharp increase in first-half EBITA for 2026, citing strong demand in electrification and infrastructure. Outlook for the segment was upgraded.
PrimeXBT launches MT5 Cent Account for beginners and risk‑conscious traders
PrimeXBT, a crypto derivatives broker, has unveiled a new MT5 Cent Account aimed at novice and risk‑averse traders, offering lower account balances and reduced leverage.
Distil sets AGM, proposes capital reorganization
Scotch whisky maker Distil plans to hold its annual general meeting to vote on a capital restructuring proposal aimed at optimizing its financial structure.
Keel exits U.S. Bitcoin mining, shifts focus to AI infrastructure
Company shuts down all U.S. Bitcoin mining operations after Q2 revenue fell 50%, refocusing on AI and high-performance computing.
Flowco Holdings shares rise 4% after Q2 earnings miss
Stock gains defy weaker-than-expected second-quarter results, with investors focusing on forward guidance and operational outlook.
US Reportedly Sells for Scrap Two Oil Tankers Seized Under Venezuela Sanctions
Two oil tankers previously seized under enforcement actions tied to Venezuela sanctions have reportedly been sold for scrap, according to U.S. government sources.