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‘We refused to do an ICO’: The truth behind Canton’s tokenomics

As Tharimmune raises $540 million to build a Canton Coin treasury, the story behind the Canton Network shows that ICOs are not the only way to launch new blockchains.

As Tharimmune raises $540 million to build a Canton Coin treasury, the story behind the Canton Network shows that ICOs are not the only way to launch new blockchains.

Russia Warns of Full WhatsApp Block as It Pushes Domestic Apps

Russia is moving toward a full block of messaging app WhatsApp after degrading the service for months, taking another step to replace Western communication and technology platforms with domestic ones.

Russia is moving toward a full block of messaging app WhatsApp after degrading the service for months, taking another step to replace Western communication and technology platforms with domestic ones.

Romania Makes New Attempt to Reform Judiciary Pensions

Romania’s government is mounting a second attempt to overhaul a generous pension system for the judiciary, in a test for its ability to push through reforms and narrow the European Union’s widest budget deficit.

Romania’s government is mounting a second attempt to overhaul a generous pension system for the judiciary, in a test for its ability to push through reforms and narrow the European Union’s widest budget deficit.

Why quantum security is rising on layer-1 roadmaps and which networks are preparing first

Quantum security is moving from theory to practice as layer-1 blockchains prepare long-term plans to adopt post-quantum cryptography.

Quantum security is moving from theory to practice as layer-1 blockchains prepare long-term plans to adopt post-quantum cryptography.

Oliver Chen: Retail's Single Best Buy

TD Cowen Senior Equity Research Analyst Oliver Chen details his single best buy in retail - as well as pockets seeing strength and where he expects M&A.

TD Cowen Senior Equity Research Analyst Oliver Chen details his single best buy in retail - as well as pockets seeing strength and where he expects M&A. (Source: Bloomberg)

Surge in Hybrid Fund Launches Signals New Era for Wealth and Retail Investment Strategies

A significant trend is emerging as firms across the United States are increasingly launching hybrid funds, with 20% of surveyed firms having initiated such funds this year and another 35% planning to follow suit. This movement, driven by the quest for greater access to the $12 trillion retail investment market, is expected to reshape the investment landscape as firms adapt to operational demands and regulatory considerations.

The Private Equity-Owned Data Center Behind CME’s Massive Outage

About 45 minutes west of downtown Chicago lies a rather unassuming, glass-encased data center that some of the world’s largest markets depend on.

About 45 minutes west of downtown Chicago lies a rather unassuming, glass-encased data center that some of the world’s largest markets depend on. By one 2018 estimate, at least $25 quadrillion of notional trade volume passes through the facility every day.

The Private Equity-Owned Data Center Behind Giant CME Outage

About 45 minutes west of downtown Chicago lies a rather unassuming, glass-encased data center that some of the world’s largest markets depend on.

About 45 minutes west of downtown Chicago lies a rather unassuming, glass-encased data center that some of the world’s largest markets depend on. By one 2018 estimate, at least $25 quadrillion of notional trade volume passes through the facility every day.

Global Goods Trade Slows as Tariff Frontrunning Ends, WTO Says

Global merchandise trade slowed last quarter as the boost seen earlier this year from front-loading of orders ahead of US tariffs faded, the World Trade Organization said.

Global merchandise trade slowed last quarter as the boost seen earlier this year from front-loading of orders ahead of US tariffs faded, the World Trade Organization said.

Avia Solutions Reaches Out to Bondholders After Debt Selloff

Avia Solutions Group will hold a call with its bondholders on Monday after a steep selloff in the aviation company’s debt this week, company spokespeople told Bloomberg News.

Avia Solutions Group will hold a call with its bondholders on Monday after a steep selloff in the aviation company’s debt this week, company spokespeople told Bloomberg News.

As Alphabet’s stock rises and Nvidia’s pulls back, investors might be missing the point on AI

Also, the “ultimate cult stock,” retirement-planning advice and a look at 10 index-fund strategies.

Also, the “ultimate cult stock,” retirement-planning advice and a look at 10 index-fund strategies.

Spanish Pork Exports Threatened by First Swine Fever in 31 Years

Spain’s pork production is under threat following the first cases of African swine fever in more than three decades.

Spain’s pork production is under threat following the first cases of African swine fever in more than three decades.

Reeves Knew Extent of UK Productivity Hit in August, OBR Says

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves was told the scale of a critical downgrade to Britain’s productivity prospects on Aug.

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves was told the scale of a critical downgrade to Britain’s productivity prospects on Aug. 7, more than three months ahead of the budget, according to Office for Budget Responsibility Chair Richard Hughes.

Reeves Knew Scale of UK Productivity Hit in August, OBR Says

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves was told the extent of a critical downgrade to Britain’s productivity prospects on Aug.

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves was told the extent of a critical downgrade to Britain’s productivity prospects on Aug. 7, more than three months ahead of the budget, according to Office for Budget Responsibility Chair Richard Hughes.

Shoppers Enter Holiday Season with Caution

Jill Standish, Senior Managing Director and Global Retail Lead at Accenture, surveys the challenging environment for retailers and consumers.

Jill Standish, Senior Managing Director and Global Retail Lead at Accenture, surveys the challenging environment for retailers and consumers. She speaks on "Bloomberg Surveillance." (Source: Bloomberg)

Sanctioned Tanker at Risk of Sinking After Blast Near Turkey

An oil tanker from Russia’s shadow fleet reportedly hit a mine and was at risk of sinking north of Turkey’s coastline, a local port agent said.

An oil tanker from Russia’s shadow fleet reportedly hit a mine and was at risk of sinking north of Turkey’s coastline, a local port agent said.

Two Oil Tankers Suffer Mystery Blasts While in Black Sea

Two ocean-going tankers that are heavily sanctioned for carrying Russian oil suffered near-simultaneous blasts off Turkey’s Black Sea coast.

Two ocean-going tankers that are heavily sanctioned for carrying Russian oil suffered near-simultaneous blasts off Turkey’s Black Sea coast.

Ukraine Claims Hit on Russian ‘Shadow Fleet’ Black Sea Tankers

Ukraine’s security service claimed strikes on two ocean-going tankers sanctioned for carrying Russian oil, which were hit by blasts off Turkey’s Black Sea coast over the past day.

Ukraine’s security service claimed strikes on two ocean-going tankers sanctioned for carrying Russian oil, which were hit by blasts off Turkey’s Black Sea coast over the past day.

Top Zelenskyy aide quits amid corruption probe

Andriy Yermak’s resignation adds to trouble for beleaguered Ukrainian president.

Andriy Yermak’s resignation adds to trouble for beleaguered Ukrainian president

Eskom Profit Surges 36% as South African Power Utility Steadies

Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd.

Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd.’s first-half profit climbed 36% as South Africa’s state-owned-power utility stabilizes supply and looks ahead to undertake a major transmission expansion and add a renewable-energy division.