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FxWirePro: Turkish lira oscillates on turbulence - Hedge lingering risks of Turkish lira via RV trades and FVAs

Jun 04, 2018 12:42 pm UTC| Research & Analysis Central Banks

The Turkish lira continued to suffer volatile swings last week. There was brief relief when global risk recovered somewhat following positive developments in Italy; CBT resumed its normal repo auction on Friday (at the...

Blockchain Revolution Series

MAS and Indian Department of Economic Affairs sign MoU on Fintech projects

Jun 04, 2018 12:20 pm UTC| Fintech Research & Analysis Insights & Views Commentary

Singapore has repeated history in instituting bilateral relationships through its pursuit of Fintech growth. The MOU was said to establish a Joint Working Group (JWG) that will be co-chaired by Jacqueline Loh, MAS Deputy...

Blockchain Revolution Series

Dubai takes-up digital Silk Road project backed by Blockchain

Jun 04, 2018 11:02 am UTC| Fintech Commentary Research & Analysis Insights & Views

Dubai has swiftly developed a hub for blockchain innovation in the recent past. Umpteen number of prospective options are lined up with the backing of the local government, but yet to be explored in detail. One of the...

FxWirePro: GBP/JPY theta shorts more imminent in PRBS to sync with OTC indications

Jun 04, 2018 08:45 am UTC| Research & Analysis Insights & Views

OTC updates: The OTC indications of GBPJPY are also substantiating the above-stated bearish stances if you glance at the positively skewed IVs of GBPJPY of 2m tenors signify the mounting hedgers interests in OTM put...

FxWirePro: Sterling gains momentary momentum on UK manufacturing PMIs, bears still linger ahead of constructive and service PMIs – Deploy short hedge

Jun 04, 2018 08:40 am UTC| Research & Analysis Insights & Views

Weve recently noted that the UK Manufacturing PMI rose to 54.4 in May 2018 from the previous months 17-month low of 53.9, and well above market expectations of 53.5. Output growth accelerated mainly due to the steepest...

Initial Coin Offering Series

French Govt releases essence of ICOs regulatory frameworks

Jun 04, 2018 05:18 am UTC| Fintech Research & Analysis Insights & Views

We at EconoTimes find it necessary to shed some light on ICO regulations as over $8.8 billion has been invested via Initial Coin Offerings since the beginning of 2016. The SEC has already taken action on ICOs, including...

Digital Currency Revolution

The correlation and dominance between Bitcoin and other crypto-peers unlikely to last longer – Ripple CEO’s notions

Jun 01, 2018 12:04 pm UTC| Digital Currency Research & Analysis Insights & Views

The correlation between the market leader and its supplicants goes both ways but Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse thinks thats about to change. Bitcoin and other predominant cryptocurrencies went up-roaring along with...

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Economy

New World Screwworm Found Near U.S. Border Raises Threat to Cattle Industry and Beef Prices

A dangerous outbreak of the New World Screwworm has moved closer to the United States, raising serious concerns for the livestock industry and agricultural economy. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA),...

Iran-U.S. Nuclear Talks Remain Unresolved as Strait of Hormuz Risks Keep Markets on Edge

Iran has rejected suggestions that a final agreement has been reached with the United States, emphasizing that negotiations surrounding its nuclear program remain ongoing. The statement came after comments from U.S....

US Launches New Trade Investigation Into Vietnam Over Intellectual Property Concerns

The United States has initiated a new trade investigation into Vietnams handling of intellectual property (IP) rights, a move that could eventually lead to additional tariffs on Vietnamese imports. The investigation,...

US Dollar Slips as Markets Weigh Potential US-Iran Peace Deal and Oil Price Outlook

The U.S. dollar weakened slightly on Friday as investor confidence improved following comments from President Donald Trump regarding a possible peace agreement between the United States and Iran. The prospect of easing...

Oil Prices Fall as Markets Await U.S.-Iran Peace Deal Decision

Oil prices moved lower on Friday as investors closely monitored developments surrounding a potential U.S.-Iran peace agreement. Market sentiment weakened after U.S. President Donald Trump stated that he would meet with...

Politics

US Southern Command Chief Holds Rare Military Meeting With Cuban Officials at Guantanamo Bay

A rare high-level military meeting between the United States and Cuba took place at the perimeter of the U.S. Naval Station at Guantanamo Bay, marking a significant development in U.S.-Cuba relations amid growing...

Trump Nears Decision on Iran Ceasefire Extension as Key Disputes Remain

U.S. President Donald Trump said Friday that he is close to making a final decision on a proposed agreement to extend the current ceasefire with Iran, although major disagreements between Washington and Tehran continue to...

Poland Considers Revoking Zelensky’s Top Honor Over Controversial UPA Army Unit Recognition

Poland is considering revoking one of its highest state honors awarded to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky after a controversial decision by Ukraine to rename a military unit after the Ukrainian Insurgent Army (UPA),...

Trump Signs Executive Order to Expand Access to Federal Lands in the U.S.

U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Friday aimed at removing restrictions that limit access to federal lands across the United States, according to a statement from the White House. The move is part of...

UN Blacklists Israel and Russia Over Conflict-Related Sexual Violence Claims

The United Nations has added Israel and Russia to its official blacklist of parties suspected of committing conflict-related sexual violence, a decision that has sparked strong international reactions and intensified...

Science

Blue Origin New Glenn Rocket Explodes During Launch Pad Test, Delaying Space Ambitions

Blue Origin suffered a major setback after its uncrewed New Glenn rocket exploded during a launch pad test in Florida on Thursday, raising new challenges for Jeff Bezos space company as it competes with Elon Musks SpaceX...

Trump Administration Releases New UFO Files and Apollo Mission Records

The U.S. Defense Department has released dozens of previously classified UFO-related files following an order from President Donald Trump, sparking renewed debate over unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP) and government...

China vs. NASA: The New Moon Race and What's at Stake by 2030

The space race is back and this time, its a direct competition between the United States and China for dominance on the lunar surface. NASAs Artemis II mission recently made history when four astronauts flew farther into...

NASA Artemis II: First Crewed Moon Mission Since Apollo Takes Four Astronauts on 10-Day Lunar Journey

NASAs Artemis II mission launched Wednesday, marking humanitys return to crewed lunar exploration for the first time since the Apollo era. Carrying four astronauts aboard the Orion spacecraft, this historic 10-day mission...

NASA's Artemis II Mission: First Crewed Lunar Journey Since Apollo

Technology

Kentucky School District Secures $27 Million in Social Media Addiction Lawsuit Settlements

A Kentucky school district has secured nearly $27 million in settlements from major social media companies over allegations that their platforms contributed to a growing student mental health crisis. The financial details,...

MongoDB Q1 FY2027 Earnings Beat Expectations, Raises Full-Year Outlook

MongoDB (NASDAQ: MDB) delivered stronger-than-expected first-quarter fiscal 2027 results, fueled by growing demand for its database platform among enterprises and organizations developing artificial intelligence...

SpaceX IPO Could Become Largest in History with $1.8 Trillion Valuation Target

Elon Musks SpaceX is reportedly moving forward with plans for a historic initial public offering (IPO), targeting a valuation of at least $1.8 trillion. According to a Bloomberg News report citing sources familiar with the...

Autodesk Beats Q1 Estimates, Acquires MaintainX for $3.6 Billion

Autodesk (NASDAQ: ADSK) reported stronger-than-expected financial results for its fiscal first quarter and announced a major $3.6 billion acquisition of MaintainX, a move that strengthens its position in AI-powered...

US Quantum Stocks Surge After $2 Billion Government Investment

The U.S. Department of Commerce has sparked major excitement across the technology and financial sectors after announcing plans to invest $2 billion into quantum computing and advanced hardware companies through the CHIPS...