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Virtune AB (Publ), a Swedish regulated digital asset manager, is introducing the Virtune Staked NEAR ETP on Nasdaq Stockholm. This move showcases a fresh approach to cryptocurrency investment through one of the largest trading platforms in Northern Europe.
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Japan’s overseas shipments fell 2.6 % in July, the worst reading since 2021 and a bigger slide than analysts foresaw. The drop marked a third straight monthly decline and left the nation with a ¥117.5 billion trade deficit amid intensifying U.S. tariff pressure.
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Davis Commodities is exploring Real Yield Tokenization as a way to digitize its agriculture-trade operations and channel more ESG-focused capital. The company says the initiative could help build a $500 million trade pipeline by 2028.
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Clear Street has reduced its United Kingdom headcount by 10%, according to a brief report first posted by fnlondon.com and aggregated by Biztoc on Aug. 19. The notice offered no further details about the move or its rationale.
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Home Depot says some items on its shelves will soon cost more, blaming the rising expense of tariffs. The disclosure, delivered by Chief Financial Officer Richard McPhail after the retailer’s latest quarterly report, marks a rare public acknowledgment of tariff pressure from America’s largest home-improvement chain.
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A new report from Analytics And Insight spotlights seven lesser-known cryptocurrencies that analysts say could deliver outsized returns in the next bull run. Billed as “hidden gems,” the low-cap tokens draw on themes like Web3 infrastructure and DeFi—and could, if predictions hold, reshape crypto portfolios by 2025.
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Myanmar’s sudden shutdown of a major border crossing with Thailand has thrown cross-border commerce into turmoil. The unexpected move, first reported by Travel And Tour World, is already causing what observers describe as “drastic” trade disruptions between the two neighbors.
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Japan’s SoftBank is injecting $2 billion into Intel, agreeing to buy shares at $23 apiece. The announcement, made Monday, sent Intel stock up 6 percent in after-hours trading and offers a boost to the struggling American chipmaker.
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A forthcoming update to Pi Network has ignited fresh debate over whether the cryptocurrency can climb back to the $2 mark it once touched. Analysts point to renewed investor interest as a reason to believe the milestone is within reach, yet the outcome hinges on the success of the upgrade itself.
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Major cryptocurrencies opened Monday in retreat, sparking worries of an extended slide. Bitcoin slipped to roughly $116 k, while Ethereum, Solana, XRP and Dogecoin all traded lower, deepening the red across digital-asset markets.
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Google is deepening its relationship with TeraWulf, pledging an additional $1.4 billion backstop and receiving new warrants in return. The announcement sent TeraWulf shares up more than 10% and paved the way for a planned $400 million convertible offering.
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Investment bank Berenberg has brought in two specialists to reinforce its algorithmic and program-trading teams as part of a push to expand its product range and court more institutional clients. One of the new arrivals, Nishad Vallonthaiel, will lead the firm’s liquidity-solutions unit.
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Danish cooling-technology company Asetek A/S says suitors are no longer focused solely on its Liquid Cooling arm. In a brief update released Monday, the firm confirmed it has fielded additional expressions of interest for other possible strategic transactions, though talks are still in the early stages.
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President Donald Trump has announced a new trade deal between the United States and Japan, featuring a 15% tariff on imports. This agreement marks a significant shift in the economic relationship between the two nations.
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In a significant corporate move, ESCO Technologies has completed the sale of VACCO Industries to RBC Bearings, marking a notable transaction in the industrial sector. The deal, reported by Investing.com, signals potential shifts within the industry landscape.
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Retail investors are back in the spotlight, driving a new wave of market speculation that’s affecting major indices like the S&P 500. As platforms like Robinhood Markets Inc. empower individual traders, market volatility is on the rise, capturing the attention of analysts and investors alike.
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NVIDIA is set to launch its new B30 AI GPU in China this Q4, offering a cost-effective option that’s slightly slower but significantly cheaper than the H20 model. The move follows an easing of US export restrictions, allowing advanced AI technology greater access to the Chinese market.
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Fintech firm Clear Street is extending its lease at 4 World Trade Center and will now occupy the entire 46th floor of the iconic building. This significant expansion underscores the company’s growth and reflects continued confidence in New York City’s commercial real estate market.
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Goldman Sachs has updated its outlook on the USD/TRY exchange rate, releasing new targets that reflect shifts in the economic landscape. The announcement signals potential changes in the Turkish Lira’s performance against the U.S. Dollar.
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Cocoa futures soared on Friday as resilient North American demand prompted significant short covering, pushing prices sharply higher in both New York and London markets.
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Sugar prices have surged to multi-month highs in New York and London markets, fueled by signs of stronger global demand. The significant rise reflects extended gains in sugar futures, indicating robust market momentum.
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