The SEC dropped its lawsuit against the Winklevoss twins’ crypto exchange after investors fully recovered assets from the Gemini Earn program.Regulators cited the complete return of crypto through the Genesis Global Capital bankruptcy between May and June 2024.The decision reflects a more industry-friendly SEC approach under President Donald Trump.Trump reversed stricter crypto enforcement policies and promoted broader digital currency adoption.In 2023, the SEC accused Gemini and Genesis of illegally selling securities through a crypto lending program.Genesis later returned customer assets in full, avoiding liquidation.Gemini is now valued at $1.14bn following a strong Nasdaq debut.
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Eight Countries Secured Funding The European Commission has approved defence investment plans from Estonia, Greece, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Slovakia, and Finland under the EU’s €150 billion Security Action for Europe (SAFE) programme. Collectively, these nations requested €74 billion, with Poland alone accounting for €43.7 billion. SAFE is a key part of the EU’s Readiness 2030 strategy, which aims to pour hundreds of billions of euros into European defence by the end of the decade, amid warnings that Russia could target another European country. This is the second round of approvals, following €38 billion granted in January to Belgium, Bulgaria,…
Gold prices climbed above $5,000 (£3,659) an ounce for the first time, extending a historic rally. The metal has gained more than 60% during 2025, marking one of its strongest years ever. Geopolitical and financial tensions have driven the surge. Disputes between the United States and Nato over Greenland have unsettled investors. Markets remain highly sensitive to global instability. US President Donald Trump has added to uncertainty with aggressive trade policies. He recently threatened a 100% tariff on Canada. The warning targets any Canadian trade deal with China. Safe-haven demand drives metals higher Investors often turn to gold during turbulent…
The World Bank Group has launched its first office in Doha, marking a new chapter in its partnership with Qatar and reinforcing the country’s growing role in global development and finance. The office, inaugurated on Sunday, will focus on development financing, private-sector engagement, and support for countries facing fragility and conflict. It is hosted at the Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD) headquarters, in collaboration with the Ministry of Finance. At the opening ceremony, World Bank Group President Ajay Banga said the new office reflects a deepening partnership built on shared priorities. He highlighted Qatar’s potential to support regional growth while…
Coca-Cola has launched legal action against Vue after the cinema operator ended their near-25-year partnership and switched its European soft drinks supply to PepsiCo. Vue, which runs more than 220 cinemas across eight European countries, selected PepsiCo as its exclusive supplier until at least 2030, following a competitive tender process last year. Coca-Cola Europacific Partners Great Britain filed the case to recover alleged unpaid debts following the contract’s termination. Vue said Coca-Cola also owed it money but confirmed no legal action was pursued on its side. Vue’s founder and chief executive, Tim Richards, criticised the move, saying the dispute involved…
US President Donald Trump has delivered a stark warning to Canada. He said the United States would impose 100% tariffs on all Canadian goods. Trump shared the warning on his social media platform. He said the tariffs would take effect immediately. The threat targets any trade deal or partnership between Canada and China. Trump said Canada would face severe penalties if it pursued agreements with Beijing. He said the tariffs would cover all Canadian products entering the United States. He framed the move as protection for American industries. He offered no exemptions or negotiations. The statement escalated tensions between Washington…
The New Hampshire housing market is showing signs of improvement as the state heads into 2026. Local data from Nashua indicates stronger home sales, rising buyer confidence, and a healthier balance between supply and demand. Real estate experts say the positive trends are helping stabilize the market after a period of slower activity. Both new and existing homes in Nashua have seen increased interest from buyers, suggesting that demand is returning. One key factor supporting the market is a rise in home sales. Properties are moving faster, with many homes selling within weeks of listing. This trend reflects growing confidence…
Google’s AI Overviews feature most often cites YouTube when answering health-related search queries, according to a German study that analysed more than 50,000 searches and raises concerns about how medical information is presented to users. Researchers at SE Ranking found that YouTube accounted for 4.43% of all sources cited in AI Overviews for health queries, making it the single most referenced platform. No hospital network, government health body or academic institution came close. The next most cited sources were German public broadcaster NDR.de and medical reference site Msdmanuals.com. The study, based on German-language searches conducted in December 2025, found AI…
Tripartite negotiations between Ukraine, Russia, and the United States continue in Abu Dhabi, aiming to find a resolution to Russia’s nearly four-year invasion. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the discussions will focus on the future of the eastern Donbas region, a central point of the conflict. Productive Discussions Underway The talks, which began Friday and are set to continue Saturday, were described by the White House as productive. The UAE foreign ministry framed the meetings as part of efforts “to promote dialogue and identify political solutions to the crisis.” Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of the trilateral talks, noting that Ukrainian…
Every month, hundreds of millions of users visit Pinterest to explore new styles and creative ideas. One popular page called “the most ridiculous things” offers unusual inspiration. It shows Crocs repurposed as flower pots. It features cheeseburger-shaped eyeshadow. It even presents a gingerbread house built from vegetables. Many users do not realise the technology behind these recommendations is not always American. Pinterest now experiments with Chinese artificial intelligence models to improve its recommendation engine. The platform increasingly relies on this technology to personalise shopping and discovery. Pinterest chief executive Bill Ready said the platform now functions like an AI-powered shopping…
