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Kalshi Files with CFTC for Equity Index Perpetuals
Businessseeking-alpha7d ago

Kalshi Files with CFTC for Equity Index Perpetuals

Kalshi has submitted a filing with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to offer equity index perpetuals. This move indicates the company's intention to expand its offerings in the derivatives market.

Various Companies Report Q2 2026 Earnings Results and Previews
BusinessYahooseeking-alpha13d ago2 sources

Various Companies Report Q2 2026 Earnings Results and Previews

Several companies, including SeaStar Medical, Leslie's, and Liftoff Mobile, have released their Q2 2026 earnings, with mixed results regarding EPS and revenue targets. Additionally, previews for Q2 2026 earnings were provided for Global Water Resources, MediWound, and Tecogen.

Businessbloomberg28d ago

Prediction Markets Expand Offerings with CFTC Approval

Prediction market platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket are expanding their services to include perpetual futures trading following CFTC approval, while CME Group is also launching single-stock futures to broaden investment options.

Man Arrested After Stabbing Two in NYC, Allegedly Shouting 'Allahu Akbar'
WorldbloombergNYTFT+21The Guardiandr-dkFox Newsle-figaroder-standardBusiness Insiderindex-hrnational-post+13 more1mo ago24 sources

Man Arrested After Stabbing Two in NYC, Allegedly Shouting 'Allahu Akbar'

A man has been arrested in New York City after allegedly stabbing two men, with witnesses reporting he shouted 'Allahu Akbar' during the attacks. Police are investigating the incident, which left both victims injured, as a possible hate crime.

White House Teleprompter Operator Suspended Over Betting Allegations
PoliticsBBCbloombergNYT+82FTle-mondewapoThe GuardianNPRAl Jazeeradr-dkFox News+74 more1mo ago85 sources

White House Teleprompter Operator Suspended Over Betting Allegations

A White House teleprompter operator has been placed on unpaid leave amid reports that he made over $100,000 betting on Donald Trump's speeches. This comes as Trump is scheduled to give an address on election integrity, with some networks considering not airing it.

CFTC Blocks CME's Plan for 24/7 Oil Futures
Businessbloombergseeking-alpha1mo ago2 sources

CFTC Blocks CME's Plan for 24/7 Oil Futures

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is set to block CME's proposal to fast-track 24/7 oil contracts, preventing the immediate implementation of the plan.

US Supreme Court Rejects Trump's Appeal in E. Jean Carroll Case
PoliticsBBCbloombergNYT+61FTwapoThe GuardianNPRAl JazeeraFox Newsnzzcbc+53 more1mo ago64 sources

US Supreme Court Rejects Trump's Appeal in E. Jean Carroll Case

The US Supreme Court has rejected Donald Trump's appeal in the E. Jean Carroll defamation case. This decision comes amidst various other news concerning Trump, including his announcement of resumed talks between the US and Iran in Doha, and his sharing of an AI image for the White House's 250th anniversary.

Venice Film Festival to Honor Tinto Brass with 'Deadly Sweet' Restoration
Culturela-repubblicala-vanguardiavariety+2hollywood-reporterdeadline1mo ago5 sources

Venice Film Festival to Honor Tinto Brass with 'Deadly Sweet' Restoration

The Venice Film Festival will pay tribute to Italian director Tinto Brass by featuring a newly restored version of his 1967 film 'Deadly Sweet' (Con il cuore in gola) as a pre-opening event. The screening will honor the soft-core erotic movie director's legacy.

CME Sues CFTC Over Perpetual Futures Offerings
BusinessYahooseeking-alpha2mo ago2 sources

CME Sues CFTC Over Perpetual Futures Offerings

CME has filed a lawsuit against the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) regarding its decision to allow Kalshi and Coinbase to offer perpetual futures. The lawsuit challenges the regulatory approval of these offerings.

PoliticsReuters2mo ago

US FTC Probes Rising Fertilizer Prices

The US Federal Trade Commission has launched an investigation into the causes behind the recent surge in fertilizer prices, examining potential anti-competitive practices.

Peter Magyar Announces Significant Salary Cuts for Hungarian Officials
Politicsirozhlastvn24delfi-lt+6dennik-ndigi24hvgn1-serbiadanascdm-me3mo ago9 sources

Peter Magyar Announces Significant Salary Cuts for Hungarian Officials

Hungarian politician Peter Magyar has announced significant salary reductions for high-ranking state officials, including halving his own salary. This move comes amidst other political developments in Hungary, including the opening of previously inaccessible government buildings to the public.

Iran Warns of Regional War Escalation if US Attacks Resume
PoliticsAPReutersBBC+91bloombergNYTwsjFTThe GuardianAl JazeeraCNNdr-dk+83 more3mo ago94 sources

Iran Warns of Regional War Escalation if US Attacks Resume

Iran has issued a stern warning that any resumption of US attacks would lead to a war that would spread "far beyond the region." Iranian officials stated that their devastating strikes would crush any aggressors.

OpenAI President Testifies on Musk's Demands and Alleged Threats
BusinessBBCbloombergNYT+32The GuardianFox Newscbccnbcfazberlingskeder-standardNHK World+24 more3mo ago35 sources

OpenAI President Testifies on Musk's Demands and Alleged Threats

OpenAI President Greg Brockman testified in a lawsuit, revealing that Elon Musk allegedly threatened him physically and demanded $80 billion for a Mars colonization project, wanting OpenAI to become a commercial entity. Brockman's testimony detailed concerns about Musk's involvement and knowledge of AI.

Zillow and Redfin Settle FTC Lawsuit Over Rental Listing Competition
PoliticsAPBarron'sseeking-alpha1d ago3 sources

Zillow and Redfin Settle FTC Lawsuit Over Rental Listing Competition

Zillow and Redfin have reached a settlement with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) regarding a lawsuit alleging an illegal agreement that suppressed competition in the rental listings market. As part of the agreement, Redfin is required to re-enter the rental market.

CFTC Considers AI Compute Futures Amid Growing Demand
TechnologybloombergYahoochannel-news-asia6d ago3 sources

CFTC Considers AI Compute Futures Amid Growing Demand

The US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is seeking public comment on the potential for compute derivatives, as demand for AI computing power continues to grow. This move comes as exchanges like ICE and CME explore new markets in this sector.

Trump Administration Faces Lawsuits and Criticism Over Policy Changes
PoliticsBBCbloombergNYT+42FTle-mondewapoThe GuardianNPRAl JazeeraFox Newscbc+34 more7d ago45 sources

Trump Administration Faces Lawsuits and Criticism Over Policy Changes

The Trump administration is facing a lawsuit from Disney and ABC over alleged free speech retaliation, while also moving to open protected forest lands for exploitation and end deportation protections for Ethiopian migrants. These actions have drawn criticism and legal challenges regarding their impact on environmental protection and human rights.

South Korea's FTC to Fine Conglomerate Heads for Omitting Affiliates
PoliticsKorea Herald21d ago

South Korea's FTC to Fine Conglomerate Heads for Omitting Affiliates

South Korea's Fair Trade Commission announced plans to impose fines on the heads of conglomerates that intentionally omit affiliates from regulatory filings to circumvent antitrust regulations. This move aims to enhance transparency and enforce fair competition within the business sector.

Shein Announces It Is Under FTC Investigation
BusinessYahoo27d ago

Shein Announces It Is Under FTC Investigation

Online fashion retailer Shein has disclosed that it is currently under investigation by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). The nature of the investigation was not immediately detailed, but it marks a significant regulatory development for the company.

Trump Administration Ends Medicare Drug Subsidies, Bans Chinese Robots and Inverters
TechnologybloombergNYTFT+48wapoThe GuardianNPRcnbcfazaftonbladetDWle-figaro+40 more28d ago51 sources

Trump Administration Ends Medicare Drug Subsidies, Bans Chinese Robots and Inverters

The Trump administration announced plans to end subsidies for Medicare Part D drug premiums, which is expected to lead to higher costs for most enrollees. Concurrently, the US also banned the import of new Chinese humanoid robots and power inverters, citing security concerns in its latest tech crackdown.

PoliticsFT2mo ago

CME Sues CFTC Over Regulatory Dispute

The CME Group has filed a lawsuit against the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), indicating a regulatory dispute between the financial exchange and the watchdog.

Japan's FTC to Fine 30 Firms Over Condo Renovation Bid-Rigging
Businessjapan-times2mo ago

Japan's FTC to Fine 30 Firms Over Condo Renovation Bid-Rigging

Japan's Fair Trade Commission (FTC) is set to impose fines on 30 construction companies for their involvement in bid-rigging. The firms allegedly pre-selected contractors for competitive bidding processes on large-scale condominium renovation projects in the Kanto region.

Trump Threatens Oman Over Strait of Hormuz Control
WorldBBCbloombergNYT+64economistwsjwapoThe GuardianNPRAl JazeeraCNNdr-dk+56 more3mo ago67 sources

Trump Threatens Oman Over Strait of Hormuz Control

During a cabinet meeting, President Trump appeared to threaten Oman, a US ally, with military action, stating he would 'blow up' the country. The comments were made in an apparent confusion regarding control over the Strait of Hormuz and ongoing discussions with Iran.

Creative Work Visualizes Cancer in Child's Body
Healthpolitiken3mo ago

Creative Work Visualizes Cancer in Child's Body

A new creative work is being discussed for its unique approach to visualizing cancer cells within a child's body, drawing comparisons to the film "Inside Out." It aims to offer insight into the experience of a child battling the disease.

Diverse Companies Report Latest Financial Results
BusinessReutersbloombergFT+8cnbcBusiness InsiderYahoohollywood-reporterchannel-news-asiaANSAseeking-alphapunch-ng3mo ago11 sources

Diverse Companies Report Latest Financial Results

Multiple companies have released their recent financial performance, detailing GAAP or Non-GAAP earnings per share and revenue figures. These reports indicate whether the companies met, beat, or missed analyst expectations for their latest reporting period.

Businessbloomberg6d ago

Ex-FTX, Alameda Executives Receive 5-Year Trading Bans

FTX co-founder Gary Wang and former Alameda Research CEO Caroline Ellison have been issued five-year trading bans by the US derivatives regulator as part of a settlement regarding their roles at the collapsed cryptocurrency exchange.

FTC Solar Reports Q2 Earnings
BusinessYahoo20d ago

FTC Solar Reports Q2 Earnings

FTC Solar provided highlights from its second-quarter earnings call, outlining its financial results and business updates for the quarter.

Mirae Asset Receives Approval for Korbit Acquisition
BusinessKorea Herald1mo ago

Mirae Asset Receives Approval for Korbit Acquisition

Mirae Asset Financial Group announced that its acquisition of local cryptocurrency exchange Korbit has received regulatory approval from South Korea's antitrust watchdog, clearing the way for the group to strengthen its digital asset capabilities.

Supreme Court Expands Presidential Power to Fire Agency Heads, Rules on Mail-in Ballots
WorldBBCbloombergNYT+82FTle-mondewapoThe GuardianNPRAl Jazeeradr-dkFox News+74 more1mo ago85 sources

Supreme Court Expands Presidential Power to Fire Agency Heads, Rules on Mail-in Ballots

The US Supreme Court has expanded the President's power to fire top officials across federal agencies, with the notable exception of the Federal Reserve, ruling in favor of Trump in an FTC case. Separately, the court upheld late mail-in ballots in Mississippi, a decision that drew criticism from former President Trump, who also lost an appeal regarding a sexual assault and defamation judgment.

CFTC launches investigation into Polymarket
PoliticsNYT2mo ago

CFTC launches investigation into Polymarket

The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has begun an investigation into Polymarket, a prediction market platform, marking a significant test for the powerful financial regulator.

Trump Announces US-Iran Peace Deal Signing Amid Disagreement on Timing
WorldbloombergNYTThe Guardian+49NPRAl JazeeraFox Newsyle-uutisetcnbchelsingin-sanomattagesschaufaz+41 more2mo ago52 sources

Trump Announces US-Iran Peace Deal Signing Amid Disagreement on Timing

Donald Trump announced that a peace deal between the US and Iran would be signed on Sunday, a claim met with disagreement from Iran regarding the timing. The impending agreement sparked strong reactions, including criticism from Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu who convened an emergency security council meeting.

SpaceX IPO Plans and Associated Risks
BusinessbloombergFTnzz+8cnbcdie-presseYahoohindustan-timesnaftemporikichannel-news-asiaseeking-alphaadvisor-perspectives2mo ago11 sources

SpaceX IPO Plans and Associated Risks

SpaceX is reportedly planning a record-setting initial public offering (IPO) at $135 per share, aiming for a $1.75 trillion valuation, with investors actively acquiring shares. Analysts are also highlighting key risks associated with the potential IPO.

Trump Consolidates Control Over Republican Party After Primary Victories
PoliticsAPBBCNYT+64wsjle-mondeThe GuardianNPRAl JazeeraCNNFox Newsyle-uutiset+56 more3mo ago67 sources

Trump Consolidates Control Over Republican Party After Primary Victories

Donald Trump has significantly strengthened his influence within the Republican Party, particularly after his endorsed candidates defeated critics in recent primary elections. This consolidation of power has been described as his endorsement machine steamrolling dissent.

SEC Delays Prediction Market ETFs Amid CFTC Support
TechnologyYahoo3mo ago

SEC Delays Prediction Market ETFs Amid CFTC Support

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has once again postponed its decision on prediction market exchange-traded funds (ETFs), even as the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) expresses support for the sector.

Businessseeking-alpha3mo ago

Solar Companies Project Q2 Revenue, Future Growth

Tigo Energy and FTC Solar have released their financial outlooks, with Tigo expecting $30M-$32M in Q2 2026 revenue and FTC Solar targeting $22M-$26M for the same period. Both companies also signaled significant growth expectations for 2026, including utility-scale expansion for Tigo.