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April 13, 2026
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Cryptocurrency

Euro stablecoins and sovereign debt: Europe’s next financial risk

The European Central Bank has warned that a growing market for euro-denominated stablecoins could create new faultlines in euro area sovereign debt markets, as digital token issuers emerge as...

April 13, 2026
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Economy

Mixed economic outlook – The HinduBusinessLine

Falling rupee: A cause for concern | Photo Credit: Andrii Yalanskyi As India steps into 2026, the macroeconomic picture appears, at first glance, remarkably encouraging. Economic growth remains strong,...

April 13, 2026
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Cryptocurrency

Morgan Stanley Investment Management Enters Digital Investments Universe With Launch of Morgan Stanley Bitcoin Trust

WHY THIS MATTERS: The launch of the Morgan Stanley Bitcoin Trust is more than just a new product on the market; it is a seismic confirmation of crypto’s shift into...

April 13, 2026
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Finance

Commercial building owners slow to adopt AI despite interest

A recent BOMA Canada survey found there is “a really big gap” between awareness of AI and actual adoption for many of its members. While 10 per cent of...

April 13, 2026
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Cryptocurrency

Hong Kong’s Stablecoin Revolution Will Be Whitelisted

When Hong Kong issued its first stablecoin licences last Friday, the crypto industry celebrated. A major financial hub had formalised a path for digital dollar-equivalents, bringing institutional credibility and...

April 13, 2026
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Stocks Market

Chinese AI Startup StepFun Plans Offshore Restructuring Ahead of IPO

Chinese artificial intelligence startup StepFun is reportedly restructuring its offshore corporate setup as it prepares for a potential public listing in Hong Kong. The move comes as Chinese regulators...

April 13, 2026
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Economy

Job Market’s Effect on the Economy

What does the March jobs report mean for interest rates? Investors follow labor data closely because it can influence Federal Reserve (Fed) decisions. A cooler job market can reduce...

April 13, 2026
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Investments

Oil prices jump back above $100 after US-Iran negotiations breakdown, Trump’s blockade

FUNDAMENTAL OVERVIEW Oil prices opened higher today following the breakdown of US-Iran negotiations over the weekend. This shouldn’t be a surprise though given the strong divergence in stances ahead...

April 13, 2026
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Health

SHA Announces Tariff Rollout After Talks with Level 5 and 6 Hospitals

The Social Health Authority (SHA) has announced progress in the implementation of tariffs under the Public Officers Medical Scheme Fund (POMSF). The Social Health Authority (SHA) has announced progress...

April 13, 2026
Olivia
Cryptocurrency

Stablecoin Issuance Market: 4 Business Models Reshaping the Market

Stablecoin issuance is one of the most profitable businesses in crypto. Yet with USDT and USDC holding over 85% of the market, competing on the same reserve-interest model is...