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Macro · 1 week ago Carlyle Group's Jason Thomas Warns AI Infrastructure Boom Mirrors Pre-Crisis Mortgage Trends Jason Thomas of Carlyle Group highlights the risks of today's AI infrastructure lending, drawing parallels to the mortgage crisis of 2008.

Markets · 1 week ago Michael Burry Critiques AI Safety Concerns as IPO Strategies Hedge fund manager Michael Burry has criticized the AI industry's calls for a slowdown, labeling them as self-serving tactics aimed at benefiting companies like OpenAI and Anthropic ahead of potential IPOs.

Regulation · 1 week ago Data Center Mortgages Surge as AI Demand Reshapes CMBS Landscape The commercial mortgage backed securities market is experiencing a significant shift as data center financing surges, driven by the AI sector's rapid growth. This transformation raises new risks and challenges for investors.

Macro · 1 week ago US Existing Home Sales Decline to 3.98 Million Amid Rising Inventory and Mortgage Rates Existing-home sales in the US fell to 3.98 million in August, reflecting a 2% decrease from July, as high mortgage rates continue to impact buyer activity despite an increase in available inventory.

Compliance · 2 weeks ago SitusAMC to Pay $5.3 Million Settlement for Data Breach Affecting 662,796 Customers SitusAMC Holdings Corporation agrees to a $5.3 million settlement to compensate customers affected by a data breach in November 2025, with claims due by November 2026.

Adoption · 2 weeks ago California Woman Loses $14,000 to Check Washing Fraud After Mail Theft An elderly California resident fell victim to a check washing scheme, losing over $14,000 after thieves intercepted and altered her mailed checks.

Macro · 2 weeks ago Wall Street Capitalizes on AI's Energy Needs with $61 Billion Bond Market Wall Street is transforming the energy demands of AI data centers into a burgeoning $61 billion bond market, leveraging the financial potential of electricity consumption.

Macro · 2 weeks ago Norway's $2.3 Trillion Fund Proposes $106 Billion Cut to Government Bonds Norway's Government Pension Fund Global has proposed a significant reduction in its global government bond holdings, primarily impacting US Treasuries, to enhance returns through non-government fixed income investments.

Macro · 2 weeks ago US Investigates Missile Strike on Iranian Wedding Amid Rising Tensions The US Central Command is investigating a missile strike that hit a wedding in Iran, killing at least four and injuring dozens, amid escalating US-Iran tensions.

Companies · 2 weeks ago Robert Kiyosaki's $1.2 Billion Debt: Implications for His Bitcoin Holdings Robert Kiyosaki reveals a staggering $1.2 billion in debt, primarily linked to real estate investments, raising questions about the safety of his Bitcoin and gold assets.

Macro · 3 weeks ago US 10-Year Treasury Yield Reaches 19-Month High, Affecting Fed Rate Expectations The yield on the U.S. 10-year Treasury note has hit a 19-month high, surpassing 4.80%, impacting Federal Reserve rate decisions and consumer borrowing costs.

Macro · 3 weeks ago Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's Bond Buyback Plan Faces Market Resistance Scott Bessent, the US Treasury Secretary, is doubling bond buybacks in an attempt to lower long-term borrowing costs, but market response has been skeptical.

Companies · 3 weeks ago Coinbase and Better Mortgage Launch Bitcoin-Backed Mortgages for Homebuyers Coinbase, in partnership with Better Mortgage, has launched Bitcoin-backed mortgages, allowing users to leverage their crypto holdings for home purchases without selling them.

Markets · 3 weeks ago TronBid Enhances TRON Resource Marketplace with Two-Sided Trading Features TronBid has expanded its marketplace to allow users to rent and sell TRON Energy and Bandwidth, enhancing trading flexibility and reducing transaction costs.

Compliance · 1 month ago European Nations Condemn Israel's E1 Settlement Plan Amid Rising Tensions European countries have voiced strong opposition to Israel's E1 settlement plan in the West Bank, while Israeli officials dismiss the criticism, indicating a potential escalation in regional tensions.

Compliance · 1 month ago US Data Center Construction Surge Driven by AI Demand and Supply Chain Challenges The US data center construction market is booming, driven by AI demand, but faces significant supply chain delays that could impact capacity.

Macro · 1 month ago China's New Loans Experience Historic Drop of $50 Billion in July 2026 China's net new yuan loans fell by 340 billion yuan in July 2026, marking the sharpest monthly contraction recorded this century. This decline signals a troubling trend in borrowing across both households and businesses.

Macro · 1 month ago US Treasury Yields Surge Amidst Rising Deficit Concerns and Market Skepticism Long-term US Treasury yields have reached levels not seen since 2006, raising concerns about the implications for borrowing costs and fiscal management as the deficit looms large.

Mining · 1 month ago Riot Platforms Sells Bitcoin to Fund $9.1 Billion AI Data Center Lease Riot Platforms is liquidating Bitcoin holdings to finance a $9.1 billion lease for an AI data center, with initial rent starting in 2027.

Macro · 1 month ago Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook Faces Renewed Scrutiny Over Mortgage Allegations The White House is considering the removal of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook amid allegations of mortgage misconduct, which she has denied as politically motivated.