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Perceptron, founded by former Meta scientists, launches its visual AI model Isaac 0.5, aiming to bring AI to the factory floor, and completes $21 million in funding.
Perceptron, founded by two former Meta research scientists, this week launched its latest model, Isaac 0.5. The model is designed to help machines perceive, reason, and act in industrial environments,
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U.S. July inflation was slightly higher than expected, with a 1.2% increase in financial services and insurance fees being the main driver.
The US July inflation report showed that overall inflation was slightly higher than Wall Street expectations, mainly driven by a 1.2% increase in financial services and insurance fees, which was the l
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Russia Considers Escalating Missile Attacks on Kyiv and Ukrainian Infrastructure as Peace Talks Collapse, Sources Close to Moscow Say
Russia is considering intensifying missile attacks on Kyiv and Ukrainian infrastructure, as the Kremlin concludes peace negotiations have reached a dead end, according to people close to Moscow. Both
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Billionaire Ken Griffin's Citadel fund nearly quadrupled its stake in Eli Lilly (LLY.US) in the second quarter, adding approximately 740,000 shares.
Ken Griffin's Citadel fund significantly increased its stake in pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly in the second quarter of this year, making it one of the fund's top holdings. Eli Lilly is currently at t
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Strattec Security (STRT) reported record revenue of $579.4 million for fiscal year 2026, with adjusted EBITDA increasing by 15%; anticipates a roughly 2% decline in North American automotive production for fiscal year 2027.
Strattec Security announced that for fiscal year 2026, revenue increased by 2.5% to $579.4 million, and adjusted EBITDA grew by 15% to $50.5 million. The company stated that restructuring, pricing act
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Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong retweeted that Project x402 was transferred to the Linux Foundation for management in July 2026, with a development path similar to Kubernetes.
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong retweeted a post by Drew Mailen, which noted that Project x402 was incubated by Coinbase in 2025 and, 14 months later in July 2026, was handed over to the Linux Foundation
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India's ONGC Targets Tenfold Oil Output Boost in Venezuela
India's state-owned Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) plans to invest $200 million to revive production at the San Cristobal oilfield in Venezuela. The company aims to boost output from the curre
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China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) is soliciting public comments on guidelines for establishing a standard system for the brain-computer interface industry, with plans to develop over 80 standards by 2030.
The Department of Science and Technology of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology of China publicly solicited opinions on August 25 for the "National Brain-Computer Interface Industry St
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Oil prices fell on Wednesday, with Brent crude down 0.8% to $87.87, as Iran and Oman made progress on an agreement for passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
Iranian and Omani officials are negotiating the details of an agreement on the Strait of Hormuz, a senior Iranian source said on Wednesday, after Iran's Revolutionary Guards claimed the two countries
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US merchants increasingly rounding cash payments and adding credit card surcharges amid penny production halt and rising swipe fees
Following the U.S. Mint's halt of penny production last year, many merchants have started rounding cash transactions to the nearest nickel. States are enacting laws to govern this practice, and a fede
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Bessent's "Economic D-Day" against Iran seen as a warning shot, with few details on achieving desired results
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's "economic D-Day" initiative against Iran has been characterized as a warning shot rather than a decisive action, with observers noting a lack of specifics on how
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Particle launches Radar, a podcast intelligence platform that transcribes over 130,000 podcasts and makes them searchable for AI agents via API
Particle, an AI newsreader startup, introduced Radar on Wednesday. The platform transcribes and analyzes more than 130,000 podcasts, including all Apple Top 200 podcasts across 135 verticals, adding 2
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US July PCE report shows moderate inflation, weak spending
The U.S. July personal income and expenditure report indicated relatively moderate underlying inflation growth and weak real spending. Although the weakness in spending was partly due to temporary fac
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USD rises by most in nearly four weeks after PCE data, recouping half of losses from Treasury Secretary Bessent's bond market move
The dollar's surge was driven by inflation data, which bolstered market expectations for the Federal Reserve to begin raising interest rates by year-end.
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Oman and Iran Agree to Establish Temporary Joint Maritime Corridor in Strait of Hormuz, Sending Oil Prices Lower
Brent crude fell 3.9% to $88.58 a barrel and U.S. light sweet crude dropped 3.1% to $82.36 a barrel on August 25 after Oman and Iran announced an agreement to establish a "temporary joint maritime cor
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Global top container shipping company MSC suspends services to Russia's Black Sea port of Novorossiysk after one of its vessels was attacked by a drone.
Global top container shipping company MSC suspends services to Russia's Black Sea port of Novorossiysk after one of its vessels was attacked by a drone.
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Iranian Nuclear Chief Eslami tells state media Iran is still in a wartime situation, its nuclear sites have not been secured for inspections.
Iranian Nuclear Chief Eslami tells state media Iran is still in a wartime situation, its nuclear sites have not been secured for inspections.
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The U.S. Department of Justice stated that the Federal Reserve, the Department of Justice, NASA, other federal agencies, and critical infrastructure were infiltrated by a Chinese government-backed hacking group.
The U.S. Department of Justice announced Wednesday morning the seizure of online domains used for hacking platforms, stating that the Federal Reserve, the Department of Justice, NASA, and other federa
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The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission sends proposed amendments to crypto asset custody rules to the White House for review.
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission sends proposed amendments to crypto asset custody rules to the White House for review.
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Trump says he will look at regulations for beef processing plants
Trump says he will look at regulations for beef processing plants
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JPMorgan Chase recently evaluated pursuing its own stablecoin, WSJ reports
JPMorgan Chase recently evaluated pursuing its own stablecoin, WSJ reports
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Banks Moving Forward With Global Stablecoin Consortium, Sources Say
Banks Moving Forward With Global Stablecoin Consortium, Sources Say
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AI giant Anthropic has secretly filed for an IPO, reportedly pitching investors on potential revenue opportunities exceeding $30 trillion.
According to the latest report from The Wall Street Journal, Anthropic, the developer of Claude, has secretly filed for an IPO, potentially going public as early as October. The company may present to
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Yahoo Finance articles point out that the smartest investors tend to avoid overvalued stock risk by investing in index-tracking ETFs.
The article analyzes that in the current bull market, many popular artificial intelligence stocks are overvalued, and experienced investors know that once a stock becomes widely known and hyped, it ha
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New Zealand Q3 inflation seen easing to 3.8%, but Q4 acceleration is forecast to drive more rate hikes
New Zealand's third-quarter consumer price index is expected to rise 3.8% year-on-year, down from 4.1% in Q2 and slightly below the Reserve Bank's September projection. However, economists anticipate
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Fitch flags US sovereign rating downgrade risk as FY2026 deficit hits $1.99 trillion, net interest expense breaks record at $1.05 trillion.
Fitch Ratings stated that the US sovereign rating would face downward pressure if high fiscal deficits, the ratio of interest expenditure to fiscal revenue, and the government debt-to-GDP ratio contin
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BMO Capital Markets Appoints Rahim Bapoo to Lead Global Critical Minerals Strategy and Expand Florida Presence
BMO Capital Markets Appoints Rahim Bapoo to Lead Global Critical Minerals Strategy and Expand Florida Presence
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Tether CEO Ardoino defends against Iran sanctions accusations, citing 94% drop in Iran-linked stablecoin volumes
Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino has responded to a Senate investigation report that accused the stablecoin firm of providing a "significant financial lifeline within Iran's shadow banking network." Ardoino s
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The new ASX chief warns that Australia risks falling behind in the competition for Asia-Pacific financial centers if it fails to upgrade its market and facilitate investors.
The new ASX chief warns that Australia risks falling behind in the competition for Asia-Pacific financial centers if it fails to upgrade its market and facilitate investors.
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Finland plans to acquire one million landmines for 100 million euros to counter the Russian threat.
Finland is seeking to acquire one million anti-personnel landmines, with plans to spend 100 million euros (approximately $112 million) on the effort. This move comes after Finland and regional allies
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European stocks fell, dragged down by French unrest, Russia-Ukraine tensions, and Middle East geopolitical concerns.
The pan-European Stoxx 600 index fell by 0.8%, the UK FTSE 100 index by 1.08%, the German DAX index by 1.18%, the French CAC 40 index by 1.11%, and the Swiss SMI index by 0.16%. Stock markets in count
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Iran issues travel advisory for France, Belgium, and Italy following violent protests
Iran issues travel advisory for France, Belgium, and Italy following violent protests
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A Nikkei survey reveals that Japanese adults using AI for English learning still consider human teachers indispensable, especially preferring human guidance for work negotiations.
A Nikkei survey reveals that Japanese adults using AI for English learning still consider human teachers indispensable, especially preferring human guidance for work negotiations.
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Market participants weigh in on SEC’s proposed crypto regulations
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is scheduled to close public comments on its 'Regulation Crypto Assets' proposed in August, drawing feedback from market participants.
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French Justice Minister: 2,513 people taken into custody over weekend violence, 67 already imprisoned
French Justice Minister Gerald Darmanin says 2,513 people have been taken into custody in connection to the riots and looting over the weekend. Darmanin told French network TF1 that 67 of those detain
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Artists, journalists, and researchers collaborate on "Monetary Waterworks" project, visualizing the financial system and Bitcoin's role.
Dutch artist Carlijn Kingma, financial journalist Thomas Bollen, and monetary researcher Martijn Jeroen van der Linden have collaborated on "The Hydrology of Money" project. The project uses drawings
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Japan and the United States have commenced joint military exercises, deploying the NMESIS land-based missile system on Yonaguni Island near Taiwan. This aims to deter enemy vessels from approaching the coastline in response to China's growing military strength.
Japan and the United States have commenced joint military exercises, deploying the NMESIS land-based missile system on Yonaguni Island near Taiwan. This aims to deter enemy vessels from approaching th
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Hackers Successfully Run Apple's iOS on Android Phones for First Time
Hobbyists have successfully booted Apple's iOS 16 on Android devices, including Xiaomi and Nothing phones, marking the first time Apple's software has run on non-Apple hardware. While the current impl
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Trump says he would meet with Putin and Xi to discuss ending Ukraine war, criticizes Zelenskyy
Former President Donald Trump stated Monday that he would meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping to discuss how to end the Ukraine war. Trump also criticized Ukrai
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Trump's approval rating falls to a record low of 31% in new poll
Trump's approval rating falls to a record low of 31% in new poll
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Trump warns Europe is 'finished' if it doesn't close its borders
Trump warns Europe is 'finished' if it doesn't close its borders
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Economists, Traders See Growing Bets for Bank of Canada Hike Next Week
More economists and traders expect the Bank of Canada to hike interest rates next week, after the central bank’s latest surveys showed inflation expectations rising.
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Trump: We've given a lot to Ukraine, but they give nothing in return.
Trump: We've given a lot to Ukraine, but they give nothing in return.
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Germany and NVIDIA signed a joint declaration aimed at making Germany a global leader in industrial AI; NVIDIA pledged nearly $10 billion in investments in Europe and announced investments in four German AI startups.
German Chancellor Merz met with NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang in Berlin to discuss Germany's AI roadmap, particularly for industrial AI applications. The German Federal Government and NVIDIA signed a Joint
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Trump on Zelenskyy's Comments: Time for Someone Else to Negotiate on Behalf of Ukraine
Trump on Zelenskyy's Comments: Time for Someone Else to Negotiate on Behalf of Ukraine
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Germany issues new travel advisory for France, warning of potential further riots
The German Foreign Ministry has issued a new advisory for citizens travelling to France, saying further riots in the coming days could not be ruled out. The statement urged Germans to follow instructi
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Netanyahu Unveils New Security Doctrine Ahead of Election, Emphasizing Preemptive Military Action and Warning of Potential "Hostile" Future US Governments
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday (October 18) unveiled an updated national security doctrine, emphasizing preemptive military action, expanded buffer zones, and the pursuit of new r
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Benny Gantz withdraws from Israel's election race after polls show his party below Knesset threshold
Benny Gantz, leader of the Blue and White party and former Israeli army chief and defense minister, announced on Monday that he will not run in the October 27 elections. His decision comes after opini
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Bitcoin as a Bank Reserve Asset: Real-World Exploration and Controversy
As countries such as the United States, El Salvador, and the Czech Republic incorporate Bitcoin into their national reserves or explore its practical applications in various forms, the debate over whether banks should hold Bitcoin as a reserve asset is intensifying. Proponents argue that Bitcoin's scarcity, anti-inflationary properties, and low correlation with traditional assets make it an effective tool for diversifying risk. However, opponents, represented by the European Central Bank (ECB) and the Federal Reserve, emphasize its price volatility, regulatory uncertainty, and security risks, asserting that it does not yet meet the standards for a reserve asset. This article reviews major global case studies and both sides of the argument, exploring the practical possibilities and challenges of this proposition.
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MetalLB: Core Load Balancing Solution for Bare-Metal Kubernetes with Five Key Highlights
MetalLB is an open-source network load balancer specifically designed for bare-metal Kubernetes clusters, addressing the absence of a native LoadBalancer service type in non-cloud environments. The project is currently in Beta but is widely adopted and considered stable and reliable. This article will delve into MetalLB's definition, its current project status, and its five core highlights, including its unique bare-metal load balancing capabilities, Layer 2 and BGP operational modes, lightweight Kubernetes-native design, cost-effectiveness and flexibility, and dynamic IP address allocation and external advertisement features, revealing its critical role in private cloud and edge computing scenarios.
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Previous, Forecast, Actual: These three numbers in the economic calendar are the market's script.
The economic calendar doesn't predict market trends; it merely answers "when, which country, and what numbers will be released." What truly drives prices is the difference between the actual value and the forecast. This article uses two sets of real data to illustrate how to read previous values, forecasts, and actuals, clarifies three common pitfalls—importance ratings, time zones, and revised figures—and provides a replicable weekly scheduling method.
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From Event to Your Screen: The Four Hurdles a Financial News Alert Must Clear
By the time the news is seen, half the market move has already happened. The problem often lies not in judgment, but in the sequence of information arrival. A financial news flash, from event occurrence to reaching the reader, must pass through four checkpoints: source coverage, deduplication and compression, traceable origin, and multi-language synchronization. This article breaks down this chain and provides three questions for ordinary investors to filter out noise.
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Asian stock markets broadly fell on Monday, with the Nikkei 225 down 2% and South Korean stocks down 1.6%. Oil prices declined as Donald Trump considered exempting some sanctions against Russia, with Brent crude falling 1.6% to $108.06 per barrel. Iran reported another oil tanker hitting a mine in the Strait of Hormuz.
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CITIC Securities: Market Overly Concerned About Debt of New Cloud Vendors Like Coreweave; Short-Term Funding Gap Still Manageable
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Qwertycoin (QWC) Status Analysis: Privacy Coin's 2026 New Chain Restart
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Pi Network Open Mainnet Progress and Ecosystem Development
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ORAO Network Project Analysis and Market Status
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Oil steadies after Friday's jump; Middle East, Ukraine flare-ups dim crude flow prospects
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The euro fell against most G10 currencies as Russian risks and French protests weighed on trader sentiment.
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Barclays: Global data center new capacity growth will slow from over 100% in 2026 to approximately 35% in 2027, affected by physical bottlenecks and financing pressure.
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BLUESPARROW Coin Analysis: Project Positioning, Ecosystem, and Market Status
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MPS Token: An Analysis of Tokenized Shares from Swiss FinTech Company Mt Pelerin
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