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Markets
US national debt passes $40tn after doubling in a decade
It comes after the interest rate on 30-year bonds reached the highest level in almost 20 years.
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Crypto
CFTC chair says agency will move forward on crypto regulation if CLARITY fails
Michael Selig said at a meeting of the Innovation Advisory Committee that he had directed CFTC staff to explore developer protections and other crypto-related policies.
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World
US says sanctions will 'squash' Iran's economy and 'collapse' its regime
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says allies will need to decide whether they "are with us or against us".
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Crypto
Binance opens crypto trading to AI agents with user-set controls
Binance’s Agent OS lets AI agents access market data, execute trades and make payments while giving users control over permissions and account access.
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Markets
Travelodge boss resigns as chain tackles security after sex assault at hotel
Jo Boydell had been criticised for the company's handling of issues with its safety and security.
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