Middle East
Stranded Hormuz ships could become global carriers of invasive species
The prolonged disruption of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz may be creating an unexpected global environmental threat, as marine...
On this day
On this day in 1944: The secret annex in Amsterdam where Anne Frank were hiding was discovered by the Gestapo
On 4 August 1944, the hidden rooms above a business premises on Prinsengracht in Amsterdam were raided by German security...
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The peace deal hiding in plain sight
Russia and Europe could stop confronting each other — and start building together What if the war in Ukraine is...
Africa
Trump policies could benefit Africa, young Africans say
A growing number of young Africans believe that the policies of US President Donald Trump could produce positive results for...
LATAM
Brazil prepares for fourth consecutive interest rate cut
Brazil’s central bank is expected to reduce its benchmark interest rate for a fourth consecutive meeting on Wednesday, continuing a...
Financial insights
Global markets open cautiously as investors assess oil rebound and earnings
Global markets began Tuesday with a cautious...
Global markets close higher as oil prices tumble on Iran diplomacy hopes
Global equity markets ended Monday largely higher...
India
Indian pharmacies intensify backlash against ecommerce
India’s independent pharmacists have intensified their campaign against online medicine retailers, arguing that deep discounts, rapid delivery services and inconsistent...
Caribbean
Jamaica opens a new chapter with first casino licence
Jamaica has issued its first casino gaming operator’s licence, clearing the way for regulated casino gambling to begin on the...
Climate & Energy
Sánchez speaks plainly as Spain’s climate divide survives the flames
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has once again confronted the country’s climate sceptics with a blunt message: “Climate change kills.”...
Ukraine
Ukraine’s drone force carries the war deep into Russia
Ukraine has transformed long-range drones into one of its most important weapons against Russia, using domestically produced aircraft to strike...
MSTRpay
MSTRpay signs strategic market access partnership with PACT Microfinance Bank, strengthening its expansion into Nigeria
NEW YORK, NY — July 23, 2026 — MSTRpay AB ("MSTRpay") today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding...
MSTRpay Launches AI-Powered MSTR Signal System™️ to accelerate global customer growth
Stockholm, Sweden – July 24, 2026 MSTRpay today announced the launch of MSTR Signal System™️, a new AI-powered intelligent engagement...
AI
OpenAI brings safety framework into line with Europe’s AI rulebook
OpenAI has outlined how its safety, security and transparency practices are being aligned with the European Union’s General-Purpose AI Code...
Blockchain
Moscow goes dark for crypto miners as Russia protects power grid
Russia has expanded its cryptocurrency mining ban to Moscow, the surrounding Moscow Region and selected areas of Kursk Region, citing...
Elon Musk
Elon Musk’s X Money signals the arrival of the “Everything App” Era
The launch of X Money marks one of the most significant developments in digital finance this year, as Elon Musk...
Inside the scam - Serie
Inside the scam (Part 5): Can anyone stop the scam economy?
Online fraud has evolved into a global industry supported by trafficking networks, stolen identities, artificial intelligence and an international system...
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Financial inclusion
6. The infrastructure of freedom
Why financial inclusion deserves to stand alongside roads, schools and electricity as essential development infrastructure Every generation eventually discovers that...
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World Cup 2026
Spain defeat Argentina to claim 2026 World Cup
Spain have been crowned world champions for the second time after defeating defending champions Argentina 1–0 following extra time in...
Business of the week
How dLocal built a bridge to emerging markets
When global companies such as Amazon, Google, Spotify and Microsoft wanted to expand into emerging markets, they all faced the...
Trump in office
Trump’s crypto ventures generated more than US$1bn in 2025, financial filing reveals
Businesses linked to US President Donald Trump generated more than US$1 billion in revenue from cryptocurrency-related activities during 2025, according...
Serie - HIdden financial giants
Race against time as Japan earthquake toll rises
Rescue teams are searching through collapsed buildings and industrial wreckage after a powerful earthquake struck Japan’s southern island of Kyushu,...