Global Intelligence Briefing
Crypto
Kraken parent company applies for OCC charter in move toward banking
The US banking regulator has already approved similar charter applications for Coinbase, Ripple Labs, BitGo, Circle, Fidelity Digital Assets and Paxos.
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Markets
The companies making billions from the Iran war
Through surging profits or soaring share prices, the war has been a boon for some firms.
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Markets
Major train operator to be renationalised in months
GWR, which runs trains between London and South Wales, will come under government control.
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World
Trump says Russia and Ukraine to observe three-day ceasefire
It comes as the two countries accused each other of violating separate ceasefires to cover the celebrations of the Soviet Union's victory over Nazi Germany.
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Markets
US jet fuel could be used in Europe to ease possible shortages
An international air body suggests wider acceptance of US-grade jet fuel could help to head off any supply problems.
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