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The hacker behind the Coldcard Wave 3 attack has initiated the first movement of stolen funds, converting a portion to Ethereum via a decentralized cross-chain platform. This marks the first time assets have left the original address, with about 90% still unmoved amid apparent technical difficulties.
Read MoreThe U.S. military conducted a high-risk escort of 40 commercial vessels carrying 18 million barrels of oil through the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday. Utilizing air, sea, and space assets, forces intercepted drone and missile attacks during the operation, marking a record wartime escort. The move is part of a strategic pressure campaign, though shipping risks remain severe.
Read MoreOvernight, US policymakers hinted at potential rate cuts within six months and a return to tariffs. In tech, AI firms Upwind Security and Lyte secured major funding rounds. DayDayCook increased its Bitcoin holdings, while AI company Moonshot AI reportedly filed for a Hong Kong IPO.
Read MoreCoinbase appoints Anthony Armstrong to its Board of Directors and Audit Committee. With a decade of tech M&A experience at Morgan Stanley and recent roles as CFO of xAI and X Corp, Armstrong's addition signals enhanced governance and strategic financial oversight for the crypto exchange.
Read MoreCME FedWatch data indicates a 62.3% probability of a 25bps rate hike in September, with only a 37.7% chance of a pause. October projections show more uncertainty, with probabilities spread across no change, a 25bps hike, and a 50bps hike.
Read MoreThe U.S. government has filed a legal brief supporting OpenAI's position that training AI models on copyrighted content constitutes "fair use." The Justice Department argues restricting such use would stifle innovation and scientific progress. The outcome could reshape the competitive landscape of the American AI industry.
Read MoreThe US Dollar Index edged lower in recent trading, closing at 99.595. This analysis explores the market dynamics behind the movement, examining capital flows, monetary policy expectations, and shifting risk sentiment to provide forward-looking insights for investors.
Read MoreOpenAI CEO Sam Altman declares artificial intelligence will trigger the largest commercial prosperity wave in global history. This vision positions AI as the defining economic force of the coming decade, urging businesses to prepare for transformative change.
Read MoreUN Secretary-General António Guterres expressed grave concern over renewed U.S.-Iran clashes, urging an immediate ceasefire and a return to diplomacy. He highlighted civilian casualties, including a wedding attack, and stressed adherence to international humanitarian law. Guterres warned that escalating regional tensions could have catastrophic consequences and worsen the humanitarian crisis.
Read MoreMeta launched Muse Spark 1.3, boasting major gains in coding and agentic AI tasks. Positioned as competitive with frontier models, it aims to enable 24/7 personal AI assistants. Pricing remains unchanged while a 'contributor tier' lowers costs. Safety investments are rising, with the model now available on select platforms.
Read MoreElon Musk has announced the official Android release of the Grok AI chatbot. Android users can now download and interact with the AI assistant known for its real-time data integration and distinctive personality, expanding Grok's accessibility in the mobile ecosystem.
Read MoreOn September 3, Iran's rial plummeted past 2.2 million per US dollar, setting a historic low. This sharp devaluation highlights severe economic strains and international pressures, signaling deepening financial instability.
Read MoreNew Jersey's Attorney General has petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court to review a case involving enforcement against a prediction market platform's sports contracts. The key issues are whether platforms complying with federal rules can still violate state laws, and if states retain independent authority to regulate sports betting. This challenges a prior appeals court ruling and could reshape U.S. regulatory boundaries.
Read MorePresident Trump stated the Iranian regime is collapsing and signaled potential new strikes. He asserted full U.S. control over the Strait of Hormuz, linking it to hopes for lower domestic gas prices, reigniting concerns over tensions and oil market stability.
Read MoreOn September 3, US President Trump described his earlier remarks about "renaming a strait" as merely "a casual comment," downplaying its seriousness. The statement has drawn immediate international attention, with analysts viewing it as an attempt to ease recent geopolitical tensions, though underlying uncertainties in US-China relations remain.
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