The EU has enormous economic clout as the biggest single market in the world, but does not want to risk a backlash.
Month: April 2025
What is live shopping and will it take off?
Big in Asia, live shopping involves brands putting on live shows to sell direct to shoppers.
Bollywood actor and director Manoj Kumar dies at 87
Manoj Kumar was best known for his patriotic films in the 1960s and 1970s.
Hezbollah at crossroads after blows from war weaken group
The BBC’s Hugo Bachega explores the future for Hezbollah in the wake of Israel’s devastating attacks.
Senate Banking Committee Advances Paul Atkins to Lead SEC 13-11
Paul Atkins, former SEC commissioner and Trump’s nominee for SEC Chair, secured committee approval in a 13–11 vote, sparking debate over his crypto ties, past regulatory record, and potential policy shifts.
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Illinois Drops Coinbase Staking Lawsuit, Following Other U.S. States
Illinois plans to drop its lawsuit against Coinbase over staking services, joining other states in easing legal actions, though some cases remain open, reflecting shifting regulatory dynamics in the crypto industry.
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New York Court Bans Genius Group from Trading Stocks and Holding Bitcoin
A New York court blocks Genius Group from raising funds or buying Bitcoin, forcing the AI-focused company to liquidate part of its Bitcoin treasury amid ongoing legal and financial challenges.
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Mitsubishi UFJ ‘On Verge of Launching Japan’s First Stablecoin’
The Japanese megabank Mitsubishi UFJ Trust and Banking is set to issue the nation’s first fiat-pegged stablecoin.
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42% of Brazilian Investors Have Bought Crypto – Survey
Almost half of Brazilian investors have put their money into crypto, a new survey has found, with adoption rising in the wider Latin American region.
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Indonesia volcano eruption creates huge column of ash
Mount Marapi erupted on Thursday, sending a column of ash towering into the sky.