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A nationwide flight ground stop in the United States has been attributed to a routine copper wire equipment upgrade, according to the transportation secretary's explanation of the disruption. Internationally, Israel has killed a Hamas commander in a strike on a Gaza camp, while Canada is mourning a fifth soldier who died from injuries sustained in a large military base fire. In other developments, the Pope has visited a remote Andes town to address community suffering, and Sotheby's $180 million Van Gogh auction is facing legal challenges over claims the artwork was sold under duress.
Hageman video fuels Senate chatter as Lummis leaves Wyoming seat open
Harriet Hageman’s “Soon” teaser on X sharpens talk of a 2026 Senate bid to replace crypto ally Cynthia Lummis, raising the stakes for Wyoming’s pro‑crypto brand.
CFTC changes guard as Selig takes reins, Pham departs
CFTC acting chair Caroline Pham says Monday was her last day at the regulator, with Michael Selig being officially sworn…
Gold and Silver Score Records as Investors Brace for Uncertainty
Gold and silver both reached record price levels on Sunday night as investors reacted to the expectation of two rate…
Emerging Markets Poised to Become an Alternative for Investors in 2026
Several analysts have become bullish on emerging markets because of their results and the resilience they’ve shown in…
Gold Becomes A Strategic Tool In The BRICS Plan
While geopolitical fractures weaken the global monetary order, a silent upheaval is taking place.
Last Call for Gold and Silver? Veteran Analyst Warns 2026 Could Mark the Peak
Gold and silver may be approaching the final chapter of their current long-term cycle, with 2026 shaping up as a…
China Discovers ‘Largest’ Undersea Gold Deposit in Asia as State Mining Ambitions Expand
China says it has uncovered Asia’s largest undersea gold deposit, a massive offshore find that strengthens domestic…
Tesla : Elon Musk wins a major judicial victory
After months of legal battle and a closely followed saga by the markets, Elon Musk has just seized a decisive victory.
Digital Euro: The Technical Infrastructure Is Ready, But Politics Slow It Down
The digital euro could change everything: instant payments, financial sovereignty, and an alternative to private cryptos.
Japan Tightens Again, Markets Act as if the Shift Is Already Priced In
The world tuned in this week as the Bank of Japan (BOJ) nudged its key short-term interest rate up by 25 basis points to…
South Korean Hyundai Offices Evacuated Over Bomb Threat, Bitcoin Ransom Demand: Report
An anonymous individual called in a bomb threat on two Hyundai buildings in South Korea, demanding over $1 million in…
EU Issues $105B Loan to Ukraine, Leaves Russian Assets Untouched
The EU convened to issue a 90-billion-euro loan ($105 billion) to support the Ukrainian cause against Russia during the…
The Silver Bullet: Prices Surpass Record Levels as Tech Demand Is Projected to Rise Dramatically
Silver prices have been on a tear this year, with prices more than doubling and marking nominal all-time highs several…
US Dollar Dominance in Global Bond Markets Fluctuates in Cycles, Fed Finds
The US dollar has cycled in influence over global debt markets for decades, maintaining its central role despite shifts…
Trump lauds Chris Waller as ‘great’ after Fed chair interview, will pick within weeks
US President Donald Trump says that he has narrowed down his pick to replace Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell to…
Global debt markets show dollar dominance moves in cycles, US Fed says
A recent study by the US Federal Reserve argues that despite periodic challenges, a lack of credible alternatives has…
Trump Media Shares Soar Amid Planned $6 Billion Merger With Fusion Power Firm
President Donald Trump's media company is now planning to merge with a fusion power firm as part of a $6 billion…
Nigeria’s Biggest Trading Event Is Coming to Lagos
Traders Fair 2026 Set to Ignite the Finance Community Lagos, Nigeria — Get ready, Lagos!
Trump’s Address Brings Inflation Talk, Skips Crypto Clarity
President Donald Trump addressed the nation in an 18-minute White House speech that focused heavily on inflation, jobs,…
12 Top Investor Threats: State Regulator Warns FOMO Is Fueling Year-End Fraud Pressure
A state securities regulator issued 12 investor warnings ahead of year-end, cautioning that fraud activity is…
Trump Interviews Waller as Fed Chair Search Stretches Into Early 2026 Decision
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Shutdown Jobs Data Finally Released, and It’s Not Pretty
The grim unemployment numbers had little impact on bitcoin, which was already in the doldrums, but stocks were sent…
Italy Plays with Fire as Its 2026 Budget Worries the ECB
Italy lights the fuse: its 2026 budget, criticized by the ECB, threatens to explode bank stability and stifle an already…
Bank of Japan Set to Hike Rates 25 Basis Points, Bitcoin Likely to Face Selling Pressure
The Bank of Japan is expected to raise interest rates by 25 basis points at its December 18-19 policy meeting, which…
Kazuo Ueda’s Double Tightening: Bank of Japan to Sell ETFs and Raise Rates Simultaneously
The Bank of Japan (BOJ) is reportedly preparing to pull the plug on decades of artificial market support, with plans to…
Kevin Hassett Reaffirms Fed Independence as Markets Watch Rate Outlook
Kevin Hassett, a leading contender to chair the Federal Reserve (Fed), said the central bank would remain independent…
Trump Wants a Say in Interest Rates: How Will Crypto React?
US President Donald Trump said inflation has been “totally neutralized,” pointing to falling prices in several everyday…
Global Liquidity Set to Shrink in 2026. Here’s Why
Major global central banks to keep tightening their balance sheets despite the end of Fed QT.
BOJ Hike Watch: Why Japan’s Next Move Has Traders on Edge Worldwide
Eyes are now on the Bank of Japan (BOJ) as the central bank is poised to make a bold move next week, raising its…
Fed Chair Race Keeps Markets Guessing as Dimon Backs Warsh and Trump Eyes Rate Cuts
Markets are watching closely as the race to lead the US Fed continues, with political pressure on interest rates…