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Policy · 3 hours ago Scott Bessent Considered for AI Czar Role Amidst Ongoing US-China AI Discussions Scott Bessent, US Treasury Secretary, is emerging as a potential candidate for the AI czar position under President Trump, as discussions on AI policy intensify ahead of a key meeting with China.

Macro · 1 day ago Turkish Airlines Suspends All Flights to Iran Until March 2027 Amid US Sanctions Turkish Airlines has halted flights to Iran until at least March 2027, following heightened US sanctions affecting Iranian aviation.

Macro · 1 day ago US Equity Futures Rise Ahead of Trump-Xi Summit Amid Falling Oil Prices US equity futures have increased as oil prices decline, coinciding with the upcoming summit between President Trump and President Xi Jinping on September 24.

Macro · 1 day ago US Sanctions Threaten Global Operations of Iranian Airlines by September 2026 The US is set to impose a total grounding of all Iranian airlines by September 23, 2026, escalating tensions in the region. This move follows sanctions aimed at crippling Iran's aviation sector, affecting international connectivity.

Macro · 2 days ago US Treasury Proposes AI Incident Notification System in Talks with China During discussions in New York, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent proposed a formal notification mechanism for AI incidents that could impact national security, emphasizing the need for transparency between the US and China.

Macro · 2 days ago US and China Engage in Trade Talks Ahead of AI-Focused Summit US and Chinese trade officials met in New York to prepare for an upcoming summit focused on AI and trade relations. The discussions aimed to establish outcomes for President Trump and President Xi Jinping's meeting.

Macro · 2 days ago US Treasury Secretary Highlights Foreign Demand for US Assets Amid Record Debt Interest Payments US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent reported strong foreign interest in US assets, with foreign holdings of Treasuries reaching $9.3 trillion. This comes as interest payments on public debt hit a record $1.27 trillion in fiscal 2026.

Layer-2 · 2 days ago Ethereum Achieves Record Q3 Performance with 60% Gains and $10B ETF Inflows Ethereum has reported its best third-quarter performance ever, achieving a 60.62% gain and attracting over $10 billion in ETF inflows, marking a significant recovery from earlier losses this year.

Macro · 3 days ago US and China Officials to Discuss AI Security and Trade at JPMorgan HQ Scott Bessent from the US Treasury and China's He Lifeng will meet at JPMorgan's headquarters to address AI security and trade issues, signaling a potential diplomatic thaw between the two nations.

Policy · 4 days ago Ethereum Surges 6% Following SEC's Tokenized Stocks Framework Announcement Ethereum's price jumped over 6% after the SEC introduced a new regulatory framework for tokenized stocks, allowing trading on public blockchains.

Macro · 4 days ago US Interest Payments Reach $1.27 Trillion Amid Rising Treasury Borrowing Costs The US government has reported a significant increase in interest payments, totaling $1.27 trillion in the first 11 months of FY2026, reflecting a 13% rise from the previous year. This surge coincides with heightened borrowing costs for US Treasuries

Companies · 4 days ago US Sanctions Iranian Crypto Exchange BitBank Over Alleged IRGC Bitcoin Transfers The US Treasury has sanctioned the Iranian crypto exchange BitBank and its software developer for facilitating Bitcoin transfers to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), expanding its sanctions campaign against Iran's digital asset infrastruc

Macro · 4 days ago US Treasury Yields Rise Above 5% Amid Market Shifts and Fed Rate Hike US Treasury yields have surged above 5%, driven by inflation, geopolitical tensions, and increased government borrowing. The Federal Reserve's recent rate hike adds pressure to both traditional and crypto markets.

Macro · 5 days ago US Treasury Experiences Surge in Bond Yields Amid Rising Debt Supply US Treasury yields have surged, with 10-year bonds reaching 4.95% and 30-year bonds surpassing 5%, indicating a potential new normal for elevated bond yields driven by increased government borrowing and investor demand.

Macro · 5 days ago Federal Reserve Raises Rates Amidst Trump's Dissent, Warsh Stays Independent The Federal Reserve, led by Chairman Kevin Warsh, raised interest rates by 25 basis points, defying President Trump's preference for lower rates. This marks a significant moment in the Fed's approach to inflation control.

Macro · 6 days ago Bitcoin Holds Steady at $76,000 as Gold Prices Rise Ahead of Fed Rate Decision Bitcoin trades around $76,000 while gold prices increase as the market anticipates the Federal Reserve's rate hike decision, marking a significant shift in monetary policy.

Macro · 1 week ago Chipotle Stock Declines Amid Economic Concerns and Rising Oil Prices Chipotle Mexican Grill's stock has dropped due to rising oil prices, high Treasury yields, and inflation fears, increasing the likelihood of a Federal Reserve rate hike.

Macro · 1 week ago US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to Meet Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng This Weekend US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is set to meet Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng this weekend to discuss trade and geopolitical issues, including tensions with Iran.

Stablecoins · 1 week ago Tether Launches Confidential USDT on Zama, Surpassing $131M in Shielded Transactions Tether's USDT has been integrated into Zama's confidentiality protocol, allowing for private transactions on Ethereum. The new cUSDT has achieved over $131 million in shielded transaction volume since its launch.

Macro · 1 week ago U.S. Treasury Yields Surge Above 5%, Influencing Fed Policy Expectations U.S. Treasury yields have surpassed 5.25%, prompting significant shifts in financial markets and Federal Reserve policy expectations. This rise reflects both domestic and global economic factors.