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BSTR’s $1.5 Billion SPAC Financing Falls Through, Delaying Public Listing Plans
Crypto & Fintech

BSTR’s $1.5 Billion SPAC Financing Falls Through, Delaying Public Listing Plans

BSTR’s attempt to go public via a $1.5 billion SPAC deal collapsed after financing failed, while American Bitcoin reduced shares and added 500 BTC to its holdings.

India Expands Global Trade Partnership Network Following EU Agreement
Trade & Tariffs

India Expands Global Trade Partnership Network Following EU Agreement

After sealing a major trade deal with the EU, India is actively pursuing new free trade agreements across the Americas, Africa, the Gulf, and the Asia-Pacific regions.

Federal Reserve May Intervene by Buying Equity ETFs to Stabilize U.S. Stock Market
Markets & Macro

Federal Reserve May Intervene by Buying Equity ETFs to Stabilize U.S. Stock Market

Analysts anticipate the Federal Reserve could purchase equity ETFs to prevent a market downturn, boosting liquidity that might also benefit cryptocurrencies amid growing political pressure.

Bitcoin Demand Remains Below Supply Despite Signs of Market Leverage Reset
Crypto & Fintech

Bitcoin Demand Remains Below Supply Despite Signs of Market Leverage Reset

Bitcoin’s demand continues to lag behind new supply issuance in 2026, with only a slight improvement hinting at a fragile market recovery amid rising speculative activity.

Nexstar Seeks to Limit Nationwide Block on $6.2 Billion Tegna Merger
Corporate Power

Nexstar Seeks to Limit Nationwide Block on $6.2 Billion Tegna Merger

Nexstar asks the Ninth Circuit to narrow a sweeping injunction that halted its merger with Tegna, arguing antitrust concerns apply in only a few local markets.

US Army Air Wing Ranks Above China’s PLAAF in 2026 Global Air Power Index
Defense & Security

US Army Air Wing Ranks Above China’s PLAAF in 2026 Global Air Power Index

The US Army's helicopter-heavy air wing outranks China’s PLA Air Force due to superior readiness, fleet balance, and mission versatility in the latest WDMMA rankings.

Federal Reserve Links Rising Inflation to Growing AI Infrastructure Demand
Markets & Macro

Federal Reserve Links Rising Inflation to Growing AI Infrastructure Demand

Federal Reserve officials identified strong demand for AI technology and related infrastructure as a key factor driving inflation, complicating interest rate decisions.

John Deere Agrees to Share Repair Software and Manuals with Farmers in FTC Settlement
AI & Tech Regulation

John Deere Agrees to Share Repair Software and Manuals with Farmers in FTC Settlement

The FTC reached a settlement with John Deere requiring the company to grant farmers and independent repair shops full access to repair software and manuals, ending a decade-long dispute.

Levi Strauss Beats Q2 Expectations and Raises Full-Year Outlook on Strong Brand Momentum
Corporate Power

Levi Strauss Beats Q2 Expectations and Raises Full-Year Outlook on Strong Brand Momentum

Levi Strauss reported better-than-expected Q2 earnings driven by robust sales growth and expanded product lines, prompting an upgraded revenue forecast.

India Calls for Cooperation Over U.S. Tariffs on Forced Labour Concerns
Trade & Tariffs

India Calls for Cooperation Over U.S. Tariffs on Forced Labour Concerns

India urges the U.S. to replace punitive tariffs with cooperation and strengthened compliance to address forced labour in trade, emphasizing ongoing industry safeguards.