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Majority of U.S. Crypto Traders Open to AI-Driven Portfolio Management
Crypto & Fintech

Majority of U.S. Crypto Traders Open to AI-Driven Portfolio Management

Nearly 70% of U.S. cryptocurrency traders express willingness to entrust AI with managing their portfolios, reflecting growing interest but not current widespread use.

US Electric Vehicle Sales Slip but Show Signs of Recovery After Steep Decline
Energy & Climate

US Electric Vehicle Sales Slip but Show Signs of Recovery After Steep Decline

US electric vehicle sales fell 21% in Q2 2026 compared to last year, yet sales rebounded from recent lows, marking the strongest quarter since late 2025.

Fashion and Retail Sector Boost AI Investments Amid Uncertain Returns
Corporate Power

Fashion and Retail Sector Boost AI Investments Amid Uncertain Returns

Retailers are ramping up AI and technology spending, allocating billions to capital expenditures as they explore integrating artificial intelligence into supply chains and customer experiences.

Mark Zuckerberg surpasses Michael Dell as fifth richest amid Dell stock decline
Big Tech

Mark Zuckerberg surpasses Michael Dell as fifth richest amid Dell stock decline

Mark Zuckerberg regained the fifth spot among the world’s richest as Michael Dell’s shares dropped after a sharp selloff despite prior gains fueled by AI demand.

Joe Scarborough warns against rushing Iran war exit amid midterm election pressures
Defense & Security

Joe Scarborough warns against rushing Iran war exit amid midterm election pressures

Joe Scarborough cautioned that hastily ending U.S. military involvement in Iran to influence midterm elections would repeat past mistakes and undermine national interests.

Analyst Warns of Escalating Conflict Risk Amid Rising Tensions in Iran
Defense & Security

Analyst Warns of Escalating Conflict Risk Amid Rising Tensions in Iran

An analyst warns the recent deaths of American troops mark the start of a dangerous escalation, with multiple possible scenarios driving instability in the region.

California’s EV Market Defies Federal Pushback with Rising Sales in 2026
Energy & Climate

California’s EV Market Defies Federal Pushback with Rising Sales in 2026

Despite federal efforts to curb electric vehicle incentives and challenge California’s emissions standards, EV sales in the state showed continued growth in the second quarter of 2026.

US Central Command Launches New Strikes on Iran to Protect Strait of Hormuz Shipping
Defense & Security

US Central Command Launches New Strikes on Iran to Protect Strait of Hormuz Shipping

US Central Command conducted targeted strikes on Iranian military sites to curb threats against commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz amid rising Middle East tensions.

NVIDIA Unveils 22 Breakthroughs Advancing Real-Time Simulation and Physical AI at SIGGRAPH
Big Tech

NVIDIA Unveils 22 Breakthroughs Advancing Real-Time Simulation and Physical AI at SIGGRAPH

NVIDIA revealed over 20 innovations at SIGGRAPH aimed at transforming real-time physical AI, simulation, and 3D scene reconstruction with open-source tools for creators and developers.

Ukraine Launches Over 400 Drones in Major Strike Targeting Moscow Amid Ongoing War and Domestic Tensions
Defense & Security

Ukraine Launches Over 400 Drones in Major Strike Targeting Moscow Amid Ongoing War and Domestic Tensions

Ukraine deployed more than 400 drones toward Moscow in a significant attack as President Zelenskyy faces internal unrest following a government shakeup and continued Russian missile strikes.