- UK's biggest drugmakers see surprise profit bump, even as pharma grapples with U.S. policies
AstraZeneca and GSK, the U.K.'s second and ninth most valuable companies, both saw first-quarter profits beat expectations early Wednesday.
- Oil prices extend multi-day rally as Trump issues new threat to Iran; Brent tops $114 per barrel
The latest move higher comes amid reports that the U.S. will look to extend its blockade of Iranian ports.
- Meta told it's violating EU law by not doing enough to keep children off Facebook and Instagram
Children can create Instagram and Facebook accounts simply by inputting a false birth date, a preliminary EU investigation found.
- UBS trading gains fuel 80% profit surge
Market volatility from Middle East war propels strong activity at Swiss bank
- UBS trading gains fuel 80% profit surge
Market volatility from Middle East war propels strong activity at Swiss bank
- Total profits jump 29% as war drives oil price surge and trading gains
French oil major doubles buybacks and increases dividend as it offsets production losses in the Middle East
- Total profits jump 29% as war drives oil price surge and trading gains
French oil major doubles buybacks and increases dividend as it offsets production losses in the Middle East
- Finland’s Kone to buy German rival TK Elevator in blockbuster $34.4 billion deal
The combination would create the world’s largest elevator maker and marks one of Europe's biggest takeovers in recent years.
- Emerging market stocks hit record high as Asian chipmakers surge
Rally for TSMC, Samsung and SK Hynix powers EM stock index’s rebound from Iran war losses
- Emerging market stocks hit record high as Asian chipmakers surge
Rally for TSMC, Samsung and SK Hynix powers EM stock index’s rebound from Iran war losses
- Canada proposes crypto ATM ban over scams and money laundering
Ottawa says Bitcoin ATMs have become a key tool for scammers, as regulators move to tighten oversight of high-risk parts of the crypto sector.
- Bitcoin, stocks risk 'months' of losses as Kevin Warsh Becomes Fed chair
Bitcoin fell after each new Federal Reserve chair began work, data showed, while Kevin Warsh gave mixed signals over policy for risk assets.
- Aptos says its new privacy coin seeks to fix one of crypto’s biggest trade-offs
Aptos said its new privacy coin could be used to enable businesses to transact onchain without competitors tracking treasury moves and trading strategies.
- Bitcoin’s recent rally is largely fueled by Strategy purchases: Bitwise's Hougan
While Bitcoin exchange-traded funds and whale buying have contributed to the recent Bitcoin rally, the key driver has been consistent buying by Michael Saylor's treasury firm, Strategy, according to Bitwise's chief investment officer.
- Bitcoin rally falters as AI industry weakens and CLARITY Act approval odds fall
Bitcoin’s dip below $76,000 was driven by an AI sector sell-off and investors’ worries about slowed progress in the CLARITY Act negotiations.
- Bitcoin Coinbase Premium turns negative as BTC price drops, weekly losses top $829M
Bitcoin price followed weakening US spot market demand as the Coinbase Premium Index turned negative for the first time in three weeks.
- Bitcoin price hits one-week low as $100 oil sparks fresh Asia crisis fears
Bitcoin price downside returned to send BTC to one-week lows thanks to renewed concerns over global oil supplies focused on the Strait of Hormuz blockade.
- Bitcoin price drops below $76K as onchain data sends mixed signals
Bitcoin failed to break $80,000 resistance amid weak onchain fundamentals, but rising spot CVD could support a recovery.
- Can Bitcoin hit $250K this year? Traders say it may be time to ‘sell in May’
Veteran trader Peter Brandt and other analysts question the $250,000 Bitcoin target, warning the current bear phase may not be over.
- Aave-linked DeFi United unveils rsETH recovery plan after $293M Kelp exploit
DeFi United published a technical plan to restore rsETH backing and unwind attacker-linked DeFi positions after the $293 million Kelp exploit.
- European Commission president calls for diplomacy to end Iran war
European Commission president calls for diplomacy to end Iran war
- Germany arrests Kazakhstan citizen accused of spying for Russia
Prosecutors say the man, identified only as Sergej K, has been in 'continuous contact' with Russian intelligence.
- Afghan women’s refugee team allowed to play in FIFA tournaments
Afghan Women United can now represent Afghanistan at international football competitions, including the LA Olympics.
- Palestinian football body appeals FIFA ruling on Israel at top sports court
Meanwhile, visa issues are affecting Palestinian and other delegations to the upcoming FIFA Congress.
- Ukraine targets Druzhba pipeline to sever Russian oil, influence in EU
Hungary and Slovakia are still buying Russian oil. Seeing weakness in Brussels, Kyiv means to stop that trade.
- 3-year-old rescued after falling into 18-metre-deep well in Syria
3-year-old rescued after falling into 18-metre-deep well in Syria
- Indonesia puts four soldiers on trial over acid attack on activist
The accused face up to 12 years in prison for the attack that burned one-fifth of activist Andrie Yunus's body.
- ‘Particularly badly exposed’: How the Iran war is hitting the UK
The likelihood of economic woes and unrest grows as the conflict shows no sign of ending.
- Red card for players covering their mouths in World Cup matches
New red card rule allows referees to send off players who cover their mouths or walk off the pitch in protest against a decision.
- ‘Encouraging’: Global rainforest loss slows in 2025 after record year
The researchers credit the slowdown to policies implemented by Brazil's President Lula da Silva to curb deforestation.