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Nasdaq stays out of prediction markets amid CFTC oversight

Regulatory context: CFTC approval is required, and no credible evidence shows Nasdaq plans products tied to prediction markets, binary options, CSI 100 index.

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Qivalis advances euro stablecoin as it seeks DNB EMI licence

Qivalis euro stablecoin moves forward as the consortium seeks an EMI licence with DNB under MiCA; ECB stance, reserve design, and 2026 rollout plans explained.

Markets

Crypto flows hit $158B in 2025 as AI fraud surges

illicit cryptocurrency flows 2025 $158 billion, AI-enabled fraud 500% surge, crypto sanctions evasion networks; data shows AI tools lifting scam yields.

Markets

Gold holds as U.S. strikes on Iran raise spillover risk

U.S. strikes on Iran, Iran nuclear program, regional escalation drive risk concerns as Trump flags weeks-long operations and experts warn proxy spillover.

Crypto

CME Crypto Futures Now Cover 75% of Market With ADA & LINK

CME Group adds Cardano, Chainlink, and Stellar futures, covering over 75% of crypto market capitalization.

Markets

Oil steadies as Gulf states press U.S.–Iran de-escalation

Gulf states diplomacy, U.S.-Iran conflict, energy security are linked as the UAE and Qatar urge de-escalation to safeguard Hormuz shipping and U.S. bases.

Markets

Brent crude climbs as U.S.-Iran tensions escalate

Analysts cite risk premia and transport disruptions near the Strait of Hormuz as Brent climbs; U.S.-Iran tensions lift energy shares, pressure airlines.

Markets

Gold steadies as U.S.-Israel hit Iran amid War Powers debate

Analysts cite macro and legal risks tied to Trump real wave warning, U.S.-Israel airstrikes on Iran, War Powers and congressional authorization amid escalation.