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- Iran Fortifies Nuclear Sites Ahead of Possible U.S. Strikes After Midterms
Tehran is preparing wider retaliation while Houthi attacks on Riyadh add to regional tensions ahead of the Nov. 3 U.S. midterm elections.
· Investing
- Eleanor Terrett Says APAC Views U.S. as Crypto Regulation Benchmark
Her trip included South Korea, Indonesia, Singapore and the Philippines, where she described a recurring view of U.S. digital-asset rules and institutional participation.
· Regulation
- AI Investment Supports U.S. Growth as IMF Flags Entry-Level Job Risk
The IMF’s 2026 global growth outlook is around 3%, while new-skill demand is reshaping hiring and increasing pressure on younger workers.
· Technology
- Iranian Military Official Rejects Partial U.S. Concessions on Peace Terms
Mohsen Rezaei demanded full acceptance of Tehran’s conditions, including changes involving the Strait of Hormuz, sanctions and Iran’s nuclear program.
· Regulation
- U.S. May Need $511 Billion in New Power Capacity for AI Growth
The estimate assumes 3% annual electricity-demand growth through 2030 and excludes transmission and distribution investments needed to serve data centers.
· Technology
- China Plans Debt-Interest Spending Equal to 19.2% of Central Outlays
China’s 2026 debt-interest budget rises 6.7% to RMB 8,739.9 billion as Beijing expands fiscal support for slower growth.
· Regulation
- Iran Says U.S. Response to Latest Proposal Is Insufficient
Iran said the United States accepted some of its conditions but must clarify other unresolved issues, signaling continued friction in the diplomatic exchange.
· Regulation
- Riyadh Airport Attack Kills 12 as U.S. Strikes Cargo Ship in Gulf of Oman
The deaths included one American, while a U.S. strike disabled a Panama-flagged vessel that had departed an Iranian port.
· Investing
- U.S. Jet Disables Panama-Flagged Cargo Ship in Precision Strike
The strike targeted the Ocean Molica’s stern and left the vessel unable to move. Prediction markets shifted on the likelihood that Houthi forces will lose control of Perim Island.
· Investing
- U.S. Oil and Gas Rig Count Rises by Five to 603 in Weekly Survey
Oil-directed rigs increased by six in the latest weekly count released Friday.
· Investing
- Gorilla Technology Signs LOI for First U.S. Data Center
The nonbinding agreement targets completion by the end of November as the company targets a 100 MW portfolio.
· Business
- Trump Administration Shifts Iran Strategy Toward Prolonged Economic Campaign
Sanctions and port blockades have not secured concessions from Tehran, prompting Washington to prepare for pressure that could last months or longer.
· Regulation
- India Criticizes U.S. Suspension of PERM Program for Microsoft, Others
The move affects Microsoft and other companies as Washington and New Delhi continue talks on tariffs, Russian oil purchases and agricultural protections.
· Regulation
- Meta Bans ByteDance Ads Across Platforms in Seven Countries
The immediate restriction covers the United States, Canada, Egypt, Indonesia, Japan, Thailand and Vietnam.
· Business
- U.S. Official Says Investors Overestimate Taiwan Conflict Risk
Michael DeSombre said deterrence and major consequences could deter Beijing from attacking or taking Taiwan by 2027.
· Regulation
- Swedish Crypto Firm Hilbert Group Still Plans to Seek U.S. IPO
The Swedish crypto company continues pursuing a potential listing in the United States.
· Business
- Trump Rejected Five Middle East Strike Options as U.S. Military Prepares Plans
The proposed operation would target missile and drone stockpiles, energy facilities and military sites in a campaign lasting about three days.
· Investing
- Trump Rules Out Attack on Iran Before Nov. 3 Midterm Elections
President Donald Trump said the United States and Iran are holding productive discussions and that Iran will not obtain nuclear weapons.
· Regulation
- Iran May Respond Within Days to Strait of Hormuz Reopening Plan
Talks with the United States remain ongoing as Tehran evaluates a proposal to reopen the strategic waterway within seven days.
· Investing
- Coinbase Launches Spot Margin Trading for U.S. Crypto Users
The service combines spot and derivatives positions in one portfolio with a single margin health score and set of requirements.
· Business
- Trump Says Iran Deal Is No Longer His Goal as U.S. Weighs Strikes
The president said Iran is willing to offer major concessions, while U.S. officials discuss resuming large-scale military operations in the coming weeks.
· Regulation
- Pentagon Tells CENTCOM to Prepare for Possible Renewed Iran Strikes
The directive sets no attack date, but renewed operations could target Iran’s energy, infrastructure and nuclear facilities before the Nov. 3 U.S. midterm elections.
· Investing
- China’s AI Startups Narrow Model Gap as U.S. Funding Lead Widens
Chinese startups are closing the performance gap with U.S. models but have raised about $39 billion in AI-related venture capital since 2023, compared with $380 billion in the U.S.
· Technology
- Global Gold ETFs Draw Record $31 Billion in Third-Quarter Inflows
September accounted for $10 billion of the total as holdings reached a record 4,256 metric tons despite lower gold prices.
· Investing
- Iranian Official Says Nuclear Talks Have Not Begun, Enrichment Rights Are Red Line
Tehran says the United States must first meet its conditions before nuclear discussions can proceed, while details of enrichment could be addressed later.
· Regulation
- Trump Opens Highways to Tax-Free Red Diesel as Supply Stays Tight
The temporary measure could cut the federal diesel tax by about 24.3 cents per gallon, but it does not increase fuel production or wholesale supply.
· Regulation
- TSMC Expands U.S. Investment to $265 Billion as AI Supply Chains Shift
The company plans four more advanced fabs in the United States, while Taiwanese technology companies expand AI-server supply chains across Southeast Asia.
· Business
- CFTC Chair Says Only Federally Regulated Exchanges May Offer Leverage
State-level entities would be limited to money-transfer services, while 100x leverage would remain barred under the proposed U.S. framework.
· Regulation
- U.S., Russia and China Held 65.4% of Bitcoin Mining Hashrate in Q3
The U.S. estimate fell as Russia’s rose, while global Bitcoin mining computing power averaged about 941 exahashes per second.
· Technology
- Qatar Says U.S.-Iran Talks Are Underway Through Its Mediation
Washington and Tehran are exchanging messages through Qatar as mediator, a development with potential implications for geopolitical risk and market sentiment.
· Investing
- Trump Orders Treasury to Review Diesel Tax Relief Through Dec. 31
Treasury has five days to determine whether the law permits deferrals and identify eligible taxpayers. The national average diesel price was $6.3207 per gallon on Oct. 5.
· Regulation
- Trump Says Refineries, Not Hormuz, Are Driving Gasoline Prices
He said oil production was setting records almost daily and blamed refinery closures in blue states, including California, on Democrats.
· Regulation
- Affluent Investors in Three Markets Plan 2026 Crypto Expansion
A survey of 2,230 investors across the United States and six European markets found digital asset ownership rates ranging from 54% to 70%.
· Investing
- UK Finance Leaders Expect Tokenization to Reshape Financial Services
In a survey of 100 senior decision-makers, 60% identified faster payments and settlement as a potential benefit, while 41% cited improved collateral and liquidity management.
· Business
- U.S. Presses Europe to Make Diesel Supplies Available Amid Price Surge
The appeal comes as EU members prepare crisis talks and President Donald Trump weighs restricting diesel exports.
· Investing
- Greer Says U.S.-India Trade Deal Is Not Imminent After Leaders’ Call
Negotiators are still working on an interim agreement, with Russian oil purchases, agricultural protections and tariffs among the sticking points.
· Regulation
- Florida Payment Stablecoin Rules Take Effect With 1:1 Reserve Mandate
Eligible trust companies generally need approval certificates to issue payment stablecoins in Florida, while issuers face monthly reserve disclosures and a $10 billion federal-transition threshold.
· Regulation
- Rubio Orders Iranian Delegation to Leave the United States
The move followed stalled U.S.-Iran talks and limited progress from Qatar-led mediation efforts to end the war.
· Regulation
- Iran Receives U.S. Reply as Rial Falls Past 2.5 Million
Tehran said the response addressed a proposal to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, but it did not disclose Washington’s position.
· Regulation
- U.S. 30-Year Fixed Mortgage Contract Rate Climbs to 7.30%
The rate reached its highest level since November 2023 as weekly mortgage demand fell 6% and refinance applications dropped 9%.
· Investing