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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