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Bank of Russia speeds up digital asset rules following fresh western sanctions
Under new proposals, the central bank will treat digital assets like standard securities, requiring exchanges to publish volume-weighted market prices.

Kilroy Realty stock drops; Q2 earnings win overshadowed by office weakness
Kilroy Realty (KRC) Q2 earnings beat, but office occupancy and higher interest costs weigh on shares.

Gold Futures Break New Highs: Geopolitical Risks and Inflation Expectations Drive Record Highs, Options Surge Reveals Market Sentiment
An in-depth analysis of the record-breaking gold futures prices driven by geopolitical tensions and inflation expectations, exploring how the surge in options open interest reflects market sentiment and the outlook for derivatives markets.

Hang Seng Tech Stocks Tumble: Tencent and Alibaba Lead Hong Kong Market Decline
The Hang Seng Index suffered a sharp drop today, led by tech giants Tencent and Alibaba. Analysts cite regulatory pressures, external factors, and capital outflows as key drivers, with future focus on macroeconomic and policy changes.

Apple left fake bitcoin wallet on App Store after $875,000 theft report, lawsuit says
A lawsuit alleges Apple kept a fake bitcoin wallet app on its store after one user reported an $875,000 theft, leading to another user having roughly $840,000 stolen.

Stepan Q2 2026 Earnings Preview (NYSE:SCL)
Stepan (SCL) is scheduled to announce Q2 earnings results on Wednesday, July 29th, before market open. The consensus EPS Estimate is $0.61 (+17.3% Y/Y) and the

Fed Rate Cut Expectations Wobble, Gold Options Open Interest Surge Reveals Bull-Bear Divide
Amid shifting Fed policy signals, unusual gold options open interest and implied volatility spikes highlight the intensifying bull-bear battle among institutions over gold's next move.

Hang Seng Index Breaks Below 17,000: Tencent and Alibaba Lead Blue-Chip Decline as Market Panic Spreads
The Hang Seng Index fell below the critical 17,000-point mark, driven by sharp drops in Tencent and Alibaba. Analysts assess the market panic, the impact of heavyweight stocks, and the outlook ahead.

Core Scientific lands AMD AI deal as bitcoin mining operation winds down
The deal accelerates Core Scientific’s pivot from bitcoin mining toward AI data centers, following the termination of its ASIC agreement with Block.

Meta set to report Q2 results as investors watch AI monetization (META:NASDAQ)
Meta (META) Q2 earnings preview: ad growth, AI investments, capex plans and risks like hidden debt.

Hang Seng Index Breaks Below 20,000 Points: Tencent and Alibaba Lead Tech Sector Decline
The Hang Seng Index has fallen below the key psychological level of 20,000 points, with Tencent Holdings and Alibaba Group leading the tech sector downturn. This article analyzes the decline from three perspectives: macro pressures, heavyweight stock performance, and market sentiment, while offering an outlook on key support levels and potential catalysts.

Police complain that Binance is making it harder to track crypto scammers: NYT
Prosecutors warn that the exchange's new rules drag out the time it takes to freeze stolen assets, giving cybercriminals a massive head start.

Safran raises outlook after strong H1 fueled by jet engine services (SAFRF:OTCMKTS)
Safran lifts full-year guidance after strong H1 results as engine maintenance and spare-parts demand boosts profits.

Gold Futures Hit Record High: Fed Rate Cut Hopes and Safe-Haven Demand Fuel Rally
Gold futures surged to an all-time high, driven by a technical breakout and fundamental catalysts including weak U.S. jobs data and dovish Fed signals. Explore the dual engines of rate cut expectations and risk aversion, plus key risks ahead.

Hang Seng Index Hits New Year High: Tech Stocks Surge Led by Tencent and Alibaba
The Hang Seng Index breaks through its year-high as tech heavyweights Tencent and Alibaba lead the rally. This article analyzes key drivers including southbound capital inflows, macro policy improvements, and valuation repairs, while offering an outlook on Hong Kong stocks.

Crypto exchanges face a survival crisis as day traders disappear
New regulations and a massive drop in day traders are pushing regional platforms into bankruptcy, leaving only the biggest giants standing.

S&P Global stock dips as Q2 earnings adjust for mobility spinoff (SPGI:NYSE)
S&P Global (SPGI) stock dips on Q2 pro forma earnings post-Mobility spinoff, with revenue up 11% and 2026 EPS guidance updatedâread the key takeaways.

Gold Options Surge: Fed Pivot Bets and Geopolitical Risks Drive Market Positioning
Analyzing the recent surge in gold options open interest, driven by expectations of a Federal Reserve policy shift and escalating geopolitical tensions, revealing market divergence and consensus on gold's price trajectory.

Hong Kong Stocks Retreat from Highs as Tech Shares Lead Decline; Tencent Under Pressure
The Hang Seng Index pulled back after hitting new highs, dragged by tech stocks as Tencent and Alibaba face earnings misses and policy headwinds. Analysis of the correction and outlook focuses on Fed rate cuts and China economic data.

1inch opens Aqua liquidity protocol across 13 chains
Liquidity providers can keep assets in their own wallets, using one balance to back multiple positions without splitting capital across different pools.
