monetary-policy
Fed Rate Cuts Fade as Economists Slash Recession Risk to 25%
A Wall Street Journal survey finds US economists cut recession odds to 25% while lifting inflation forecasts, leaving the Fed with little reason to ease policy.…
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banking
Citigroup Stands Out as Five Major US Banks Report Earnings Together
Citigroup's unexpected rise on a landmark multi-bank earnings day signals potential shifts in US banking sector dynamics and challenges established market hierarchies.…
regulation
Philippine SEC Cracks Down on Illegal Lenders Exploiting Borrowers
The Philippine SEC has warned citizens against unregistered lenders charging exorbitant rates and using abusive collection tactics, urging use of regulated products.…
regulation
UK Regulators Launch Historic Direct Oversight of Critical Financial Tech Providers
The Bank of England and UK financial regulators are introducing the first-ever direct supervisory framework targeting major technology providers underpinning UK financial infrastructure.…
stablecoin
IMF Warns Dollar Stablecoins Could Turbocharge Currency Runs Amid FX Gains
A new IMF working paper finds dollar stablecoins broaden foreign-exchange access but risk accelerating destabilizing capital flight during currency crises.…
stablecoin
Thailand Moves to Audit USDT and Flag $150,000 Cash Deposits in Q4 Crackdown
Thailand's central bank is pushing sweeping anti-grey-money measures in Q4, requiring proof of funds for cash deposits of 5M baht ($150,000) and launching a joint USDT audit with securities regulators.…
stablecoin
Thailand's BOT and SEC Launch Joint Probe Into High-Value USDT Transactions
Thailand's central bank and securities regulator have launched a coordinated investigation into high-value USDT transactions, raising concerns over market liquidity and foreign participation.…
cryptocurrency
Pakistan's Crypto Regulator Seeks Dialogue After Islamic Scholar Backs Anti-Crypto Ruling
Pakistan's virtual-assets regulator is pushing for continued talks after an Islamic scholar endorsed a ruling against using cryptocurrency for purchases, raising Sharia compliance questions.…
regulation
Clarity Act Hits Senate Wall as Trump's $1B Crypto Ethics Cloud Looms
The Clarity Act faces mounting Senate opposition while a $1B crypto ethics controversy surrounding Trump complicates the path to coherent U.S. digital-asset regulation.…
artificial-intelligence
Jamie Dimon Warns AI Is Amplifying Cybersecurity Threats Across Finance
JPMorgan's Jamie Dimon warns that AI, citing Anthropic technology, is dramatically amplifying cybersecurity threats with consequences for global financial stability.…
geopolitics
Iran's Stability Signaling Sends Market Warnings Amid US-Israel Tensions
Iran's orchestrated pro-government rallies reflect a regime prioritizing continuity signals — with real consequences for sanctions markets and regional risk pricing.…
nft
World Cup 2026 and Almada Signal Football's Digital Collectible Turning Point
Thiago Almada's World Cup run is spotlighting how blockchain-based digital collectibles are reshaping football's fan economy and revenue landscape.…