European stocks edged higher on Tuesday, despite muted trading activity during a holiday-shortened week. Meanwhile, the U.S. dollar held firm near a two-year high, buoyed by rising U.S. Treasury yields as markets bet on fewer Federal Reserve rate cuts in 2025. The pan-European STOXX 600 index climbed 0.3%, while Britain’s FTSE 100 and France’s CAC…
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) of the Philippines has released a draft regulatory framework aimed at establishing clear rules for cryptocurrency activities in the country. This draft is open for public consultation, and stakeholders are encouraged to submit their feedback by January 18, 2025. Titled “SEC Rules on Crypto-Assets Service Providers (CASP Rules),” the…
Oil prices edged lower on Monday amidst thin trading activity. A combination of factors, including concerns over a potential supply surplus in 2024, a strengthening U.S. dollar, and mixed signals about global economic growth, contributed to the dip in crude prices. On Monday, Brent crude futures had fallen by $0.66, or 0.9%, settling at $72.28…
The Federal Ministry of Transportation, under the leadership of Senator Said Alkali, has rolled out the 2024 Yuletide Road Transportation Palliative to support Nigerians traveling to celebrate Christmas and New Year with their families. This initiative was announced by the Transport Ministry, Director, Press and Public Relations, Olujimi Oyetomi, in a statement released on Monday….
The United Arab Emirates’ (UAE) growing influence in the cryptocurrency sector, Phoenix Group, the first cryptocurrency company listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX), has announced plans to pursue a dual listing on the Nasdaq in 2025. This ambitious step aligns with the company’s vision to expand its global footprint and position the UAE…
After parting ways with Erik ten Hag in October following a disastrous start to the season, the club hoped that Amorim, known for his tactical acumen, could reignite their form.
Switzerland announced on Monday the adoption of the latest sanctions package targeting Russia and Belarus.
Luigi Mangione, the man accused of fatally shooting Thompson on a Manhattan street, is now set to be arraigned on state murder charges, including counts that brand his actions as terrorism. On December 4, 2024, Brian Thompson was gunned down outside a midtown Manhattan hotel during the pre-dawn hours. The area was bustling with activity…
According to data from blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis, hackers linked to North Korea have stolen an estimated $1.6 billion worth of cryptocurrency in 2024.
The 26-year-old, currently ranked 12th in the world for doubles, admitted to violating rules related to the use of a “prohibited method,” according to the International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA).
