21:00
MSCI Criteria Put Strategy and Metaplanet on Track for Index Exclusion
The index provider will apply new limits for non-operating companies in its November review, with changes taking effect after the Nov. 30 market close.
21:00
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Google cuts quantum errors 40x on Willow processor as Bitcoin Q-Day feels less theoretical
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Mastercard launches Global Money Platform with BVNK for fiat and stablecoin payments
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Elon Musk says "maybe" they should launch Amazon competitor
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Ripple Prime launches perpetual swaps tied to real-world assets across more than 100 markets
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MSCI Criteria Put Strategy and Metaplanet on Track for Index Exclusion
News Flow
Oct 15
20:30
Algoma Steel schedules third-quarter 2026 results and investor call
The Canadian steelmaker will publish results after market close on October 28 and host a webcast and conference call the following morning.
20:30
20:12
JB Hunt shares fall after third-quarter margin compression offsets revenue beat
Adjusted earnings were reported at $1.82 a share, while operating margin fell to 6.7% as transportation, insurance and personnel costs increased.
20:12
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19:38
Google cuts quantum errors 40x on Willow processor as Bitcoin Q-Day feels less theoretical
Magic state cultivation produced T-states with 99.99% logical fidelity, while researchers and crypto firms assess how Bitcoin could transition to quantum-resistant signatures.
19:16
KFC signs Coca-Cola beverage deal for U.S. restaurants, ending PepsiCo partnership
The rollout is set to begin in January, with Yum! Brands shares rising 2.7% after the announcement and PepsiCo shares falling 0.7%.
19:16
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19:14
Bitcoin volatility falls to 43%, entering S&P 500 stocks’ range
Grayscale said Bitcoin’s realized volatility has declined as liquidity and institutional participation expanded, though the token remains well below its record high.
18:26
Private credit fundraising hits $129.15 billion as lending volume falls 28%
Direct-lending funds reached a record nine-month haul as borrowers with market access increasingly returned to cheaper syndicated financing.
18:26
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18:15
UniCredit Wins ECB Approval to Take Control of Commerzbank
The Italian bank’s 48% stake follows a €45 billion offer, with control targeted by year-end after remaining regulatory steps are completed.
18:15
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17:42
Putin says Russia will respond to Ukraine refinery strikes
The Russian leader said recent Ukrainian attacks caused no significant damage to Russian refineries, Interfax reported.
17:42
17:34
Volvo expands Nvidia partnership for automated driving across its vehicle lineup
The automaker will combine Nvidia’s Hyperion, Alpamayo and Halos systems with Volvo safety technology for future electric, hybrid and gasoline-powered vehicles.
17:34
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17:22
U.S. stocks close higher as Treasury yields fall and rally broadens beyond tech
The Dow outperformed as investors rotated toward consumer and housing shares, while falling Treasury yields eased mortgage rates and helped AI stocks recover losses.
17:22
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17:20
Hyliion Investors Have Until Oct. 27 to Seek Lead Plaintiff Role in Securities Suit
Bragar Eagel & Squire says the lawsuit covers common stock acquired from May 12 through June 23, 2026, and alleges misleading disclosures and insider trading.
17:20
17:10
Harvard endowment surges 27.1% as SpaceX and AI bets lift universities
The $68 billion fund’s return outpaced a 16.1% median for U.S. college endowments, while Harvard reported a $100 million operating surplus and higher investment-income taxes ahead.
17:10
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17:08
BlackRock CEO Larry Fink warns AI data center halt could trigger recession; crypto liquidations near $483 million
Fink links AI infrastructure spending to U.S. growth as opposition intensifies, while crypto markets face heavy derivatives losses and regulatory debate.
17:01
Ledger theft victim loses more than 60 BTC in task scam
The fraud participant’s proceeds were held in three compromised Ledger wallets before being moved to an address linked to stolen funds.
17:00
Witt exits White House Crypto Council as CLARITY Act stalls in Senate
No successor has been named for Patrick Witt, though a White House official said crypto and the CLARITY Act remain priorities as agencies advance rules independently.
17:00
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16:27
250 million USDC newly issued around 1:30 a.m. on the 15th
Whale Alert reported the issuance, valued at about 39.6 billion yen, in a transaction-tracking update.
16:22
Charles Schwab opens crypto trading to millions, including bitcoin and ether
The brokerage has completed its retail rollout, begun staged transfers and identified crypto as a transaction-based revenue source while planning three additional tokens by late 2026.
16:19
Travala partners with BNB Chain and Binance Pay for AI hotel bookings
The collaboration gives AI agents access to 2.2 million hotels worldwide and enables crypto payments through Travala’s platform.
16:12
Binance.US seeks up to $100 million at $1 billion valuation
The proposed raise would value the exchange below its 2022 level as it considers prediction markets, external liquidity and efforts to restore state licenses.
16:12
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