Business News
- Art and classic car auctions top $600 million despite Iran war
Experts say the global turmoil may have even helped demand for rare collectibles, as the wealthy search for safe, long-term stores of value.
- EV maker Lucid reveals plans for robotaxi, positive free cash flow late this decade
The EV company is aiming to hit that target through market expansion into midsize vehicles, robotaxis and new counties, specifically in Europe.
- Microsoft top Office executive Rajesh Jha retiring after more than 35 years
Rajesh Jha helped Microsoft bring to market an artificial intelligence assistant containing OpenAI models for its Office productivity customers.
- Here's a shopping list of 5 stocks to buy in this sharply oversold market
This is when we like to pounce.
- Flights are already getting more expensive after jet fuel spike. When should you book?
Some airlines are already raising fares after a historic surge in jet-fuel costs.
- Anthropic’s Claude would ‘pollute’ defense supply chain: Pentagon CTO
"This is not meant to be punitive," Michael told CNBC's "Squawk Box."
- Housing affordability bill clears Senate as investor ban creates headaches
The Senate passed the bill 89-10, but House lawmakers say more changes are needed before it could go to President Donald Trump's desk.
- Fed chair pick Kevin Warsh meets with more senators as Thom Tillis blockade continues
Sen. Tillis vows to vote against sending Kevin Warsh's nomination as Federal Reserve chair to the full Senate as a criminal probe of Jerome Powell is pending.
- These charts show the size of Europe's defense boom, as companies take stock of the Iran war
Leonardo said Thursday that it is on "a path of strong growth," as defense companies see opportunities in the wars in Iran and Ukraine.
- Trump tariffs: Martin Heinrich bill would give families tax rebate for higher import costs
The Supreme Court in a 6-3 ruling Feb. 20 ruled that President Donald Trumps IEEPA tariffs were illegal.
Crypto News
- Bitcoin catching up to gold hints at an ‘opportunity within risk’
Bitcoin showed early signs of overtaking gold in the market as new data outlined an opportunity based on historical returns around the US midterm elections.
- Ark Invest sees one-third of Bitcoin supply at risk from quantum threat
Ark and Unchained say about one-third of the Bitcoin supply remains exposed to future quantum threats, though the risk is still years away.
- Not Your Keys, Not Your Coins: What True Self-Custody Actually Requires
New research examines how investor behavior, wallet architectures, and operational security practices determine what genuine self-custody requires in 2026.
- Bitcoin hugs $70K range as March Fed rate cut odds fall below 1%
Bitcoin reacted in kind to calm US macro data, while oil stayed volatile amid uncertainty over the duration of the Middle East conflict.
- Binance says US midterms could boost Bitcoin and stocks
Binance Research says US midterms could set up a rebound for Bitcoin and stocks, though oil shocks and Middle East tensions may weigh near term.
- Perp DEXs become the latest battleground for blockchains
Chains are launching perp DEXs to capture trading activity, but history suggests liquidity will consolidate around only a handful of platforms.
- Why Ray Dalio says Bitcoin can’t replace gold
Ray Dalio argues Bitcoin cannot replace gold as a store of value, citing central bank demand, market maturity and Bitcoin’s risk-asset behavior.
- Chinese fraud victims challenge UK redress plan for 61,000 seized Bitcoin: FT
Chinese investors defrauded in the Zhimin Qian case are asking the UK High Court to reject a redress plan for 61,000 seized Bitcoin, saying it could deprive them of the assets’ gains.
- Bitcoin buyers ‘in control’ but trend won't change until this level breaks
Bitcoin analysts said buyers were regaining control, but reclaiming $78,000 as support was key to reversing the overall downtrend.
- Bitcoin to $78K? Pro traders price in less than 17% odds of a breakout
Bitcoin remains under pressure as war and poor jobs data offset ETF inflows, shifting the $78,000 price target from late March to the coming months.
General News
- Iran’s president sets terms to end the war: Is an off-ramp in sight?
Iran is asking for 'reparations' and a guarantee that the US and Israel will not attack in the future.
- US military ‘not ready’ to escort oil ships through Hormuz, official says
Iran's Mojtaba Khamenei says strait should remain closed as Donald Trump claims US benefits from high oil prices.
- Iran’s new supreme leader issues first statement
Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has issued his first statement since being appointed.
- Pakistan’s Abrar signed by India-owned Sunrisers in Hundred auction
Pakistan spinner Abrar Ahmed has been signed by Indian-owned Sunrisers Leeds in UK cricket's Hundred auction.
- Video shows moment Iran strikes US-owned oil tanker near Iraq
Iran has released video it says shows the moment one of its explosive-laden boats struck a US-owned oil tanker in Iraq.
- Up to 3.2 million people displaced across Iran amid US-Israeli attacks: UN
UN refugee agency says forced displacement likely to increase as US and Israel continue deadly strikes across Iran.
- Aftermath of US-Israeli attacks on Tehran
Explosions are heard for a 13th day in Iran, Israel and several Middle Eastern states.
- Israeli attack hits civilians at Beirut beachfront: What we know
An Israeli strike on Beirut’s seafront killed at least 8 people and injured dozens more.
- Bunker-busting bombs loaded onto US planes at UK airbase amid Iran war
The use of RAF Fairford by US forces highlights the UK's increasingly active role in the US-Israeli war on Iran.
- Drug use on Ukraine’s front lines ‘rampant among Russian troops’
As the war drags into another year, a lesser-known crisis afflicts troops on both sides.










