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Bulgaria's parliament has authorized the deployment of U.S. KC-135 refueling aircraft and military personnel at Bezmer Air Base. The three-month deployment will provide crucial aerial refueling support for operations in the Middle East region.
Read MoreBillionaire Mark Cuban warns that tech giants like Google and Meta are massively overbuilding AI data centers using debt, betting on continuous demand growth. He cautions that a breakthrough in AI efficiency could drastically reduce computing needs, potentially creating a capacity glut and devaluing current investments, mirroring past industry bubbles.
Read MoreElon Musk criticized the adaptation and casting of Nolan's new film 'Odyssey' on X, calling it unfaithful to Homer's epic. He announced plans to use his AI project, Grok Imagine, to produce a more authentic film version, sparking debate across film and tech circles.
Read MoreZilliqa has paused native ZIL transactions after discovering a critical vulnerability in its Ledger app dating back to 2019, which could expose private keys. A coordinated fix is underway, though EVM-based transactions remain operational.
Read MoreThe xStocks platform, operated by Payward, is expanding its tokenized stock offerings from the US to global markets. Partnering with GTN, it plans to list Hong Kong stocks first, followed by UK, European, and South Korean equities pending regulatory approval. This move aims to bring more traditional assets on-chain, with the platform already supporting over 500 tokenized securities and $35B in cumulative volume.
Read MoreWhite House officials indicate the Bitcoin Clarity Act is 'very close' to passage, with bipartisan support growing. The Democratic strategy focuses on finalizing agreements at the vote stage, signaling a critical legislative breakthrough is imminent.
Read MoreAnthropic has donated another $20M to a bipartisan AI policy group advocating for transparency and safety oversight. As opposing groups push for deregulation, the battle over AI governance is becoming a heavily funded lobbying war ahead of the US midterm elections, shaping the industry's future.
Read MoreOn July 22nd, Wells Fargo significantly raised its price target for SanDisk (SNDK.O) from $1250 to $1620, a nearly 30% increase. This major adjustment signals strong analyst confidence in the storage chip leader's future performance and growth trajectory.
Read MoreSK Hynix has officially clarified that it is not pursuing the acquisition of Intel's semiconductor manufacturing facilities and land in Ohio, nor has it made any related decisions. The statement aims to dispel market rumors.
Read MoreAs Google prepares to release its Q2 earnings, investor attention has shifted from quarterly profits to potential upward revisions in AI capital expenditure guidance. Analysts expect increased data center and cloud demand to drive higher infrastructure spending, signaling a sustained AI investment cycle.
Read MoreThe U.S. SEC will pay $150,000 to Coinbase to settle a FOIA lawsuit and revise its record-keeping policies, according to the exchange's chief legal officer Paul Grewal. The settlement addresses claims regarding the agency's handling of information requests.
Read MoreRussia's official gold reserves have declined for six consecutive months, hitting a low since 2022. This marks a reversal of a two-decade-long accumulation trend. Soaring gold prices and domestic fiscal pressures appear to be key drivers behind the central bank's strategic shift.
Read MoreBitcoin's recent surge past $66,000 is primarily fueled by leveraged futures trading, not genuine spot market demand, making the rally structurally fragile. Data shows soaring futures open interest against persistently weak spot volume, indicating a lack of organic buying support.
Read MoreSouth Korea's Upbit exchange has flagged Zilliqa (ZIL) for 'Trading Caution' due to potential undisclosed security risks in its network, as per local regulations. The watchlist period extends to the third week of August 2026. Deposits and withdrawals are currently suspended.
Read MoreWells Fargo has raised its price target for Meta Platforms from $767 to $835, reaffirming its Overweight rating. The adjustment signals strong confidence in Meta's AI advancements, advertising efficiency, and financial discipline, pointing to sustained growth momentum.
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