Global Intelligence Briefing
Crypto
Vanguard seeks digital assets chief after years of crypto skepticism
The asset manager is hiring a head of digital assets to lead its strategy for tokenization, stablecoins, blockchain infrastructure and client-facing products.
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Markets
Banks accused of pushing customers away from basic accounts
Some of the UK's biggest banks have been failing their most vulnerable customers, according to the financial regulator.
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World
US launches strikes on Iran after tankers hit in Strait of Hormuz
The US Central Command says the strikes are intended to impose "heavy costs" on Iran.
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World
Trump looms large as Nato grapples with challenge of rearming Europe
The US president's inflammatory words have punctuated the image of unity at this crucial gathering, Security Correspondent Frank Gardner writes.
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World
Marine Le Pen to run for French presidency and appeal conviction in top court
The hard-right National Rally leader has ended months of speculation, after a court ruled she could run but would have to wear a tag for a year.
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