The world’s richest man has emerged as a dominant force in Trump’s second term, gutting an agency and issuing ultimatums to staff.
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Casinos, high-rises and fraud: The BBC visits a bizarre city built on scams
A haven for the super rich, or a city built on scams? The BBC was invited to find out.
Who’s pulling the strings in the DR Congo crisis?
As M23 rebels advance in DR Congo, regional players meet to defuse the escalating crisis.
The indigenous community fleeing its drowning island
Rising sea levels threaten an indigenous group’s home in Panama, but not everyone wants to leave.
Trudeau says Trump threat to annex Canada ‘is a real thing’
The prime minister told an economic summit in Toronto he believes Trump is eyeing Canada’s critical minerals.
Modi’s BJP set to win big in high-stakes Delhi election
PM Modi’s party is well ahead of the incumbent Aam Aadmi Party as votes are counted in India’s capital.
BlackRock Boosts Stake in Michael Saylor’s Strategy to 5%, Increasing Bitcoin Exposure
BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager with over $11.6 trillion in assets under management, has expanded its stake in Michael Saylor’s rebranded company, Strategy.
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Tokenized Gold Bars, Gold-Backed NFTs and Avatars Soon to Launch via MBD Financials and Indigo Precious Metals Collab
MBD Financials and Indigo Precious Metals join hands to launch gold-backed NFTs, tokenized gold bars, and gold-backed digital avatars.
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Russian Bitcoin Miners Fear Sanctions as Government Enforces Wallet Address Registration
The Russian government’s registry mandating Bitcoin miners to disclose wallet addresses has sparked fears of potential data leaks and sanctions. While officials claim the system is secure, past breaches raise doubts. New restrictions on electricity use further tighten the regulatory grip on the mining sector.
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SEC Acknowledges Amendment for Grayscale Spot Solana ETF Application
The SEC officially acknowledges Grayscale’s Solana ETF proposal, opening it for public feedback. This marks the first time a Solana ETF filing has been recognized, signaling a possible shift in regulatory stance. With analysts assessing its impact, the ETF’s approval process could shape the future of Solana investments.
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