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Crypto
Russia crypto bill sets investment caps and cross-border transaction rules
Russia\'s State Duma plans to take up a bill regulating the cryptocurrency market for second and third readings on July 22. If passed, the bill would establish a legal framework for crypto activity, including investor rules and standards for cross-border transactions. It sets annual purchase and overseas transfer limits by investor type, and would create legal conditions for Russian companies to use crypto in foreign trade. Key provisions are expected to take effect on Sept. 1.
Crypto
Bitcoin keeps $67,000 target; five variables to watch this week
Bitcoin is holding a key support zone in the $63,000 range, keeping hopes alive for a short-term rebound. Traders are watching whether it can push into the $65,000 to $67,000 area and reclaim resistance around $68,500. Some analysts caution that a broader bearish phase may be under way. Rising U.S.-Iran war tensions, a jump in oil prices and rate concerns add pressure, while weak spot demand remains a key constraint despite some ETF inflows.
Industry
NATO, UK and Germany ramp up investment in drones and autonomous systems
Europe is rapidly shifting its security investment toward drones and autonomous systems. In recent weeks, NATO set out plans to strengthen counter-drone capabilities, while the UK earmarked billions of pounds for a drone programme and Germany moved to expand drone procurement for Ukraine. Companies tied to drone software and battlefield networks are also drawing attention. Funding has followed the trend, including a new valuation for defence technology startup Helsing.
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Industry
Russia stages \'humanoid robot wedding\' with AI vows and bracelet exchange
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Mobility
IEA criticises EU for slow electrification and continued fossil fuel reliance
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Crypto
Russia revises crypto regulation bill to cut reporting items, set buying cap
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Crypto
Russia central bank governor says digital ruble to be unveiled Sept 1
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AI & Enterprise
Microsoft expands GPT model supply to Chinese big tech, OpenAI workaround supply chain emerges
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Industry
Chinese arms-linked firm, Qatar royal money secretly bought SpaceX stake
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AI & Enterprise
JPMorgan blocks Hong Kong staff from using Anthropic AI models
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AI & Enterprise
Anthropic model access block gives impetus to sovereign AI debate
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Industry
Cheap drones down ultra-expensive fighter jets as rules of modern warfare change
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Industry
Trump says no alternative to coal as White House plans $700 million to revive industry
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Crypto
Gold share in central bank reserves overtakes U.S. Treasuries for first time
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Industry
Semiconductors, defense, shipbuilding and power equipment to drive South Korean exports in second half
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Crypto
Polymarket weighs mandatory identity checks instead of anonymous trading
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Industry
U.S. uncrewed surface vessel completes first autonomous crossing of Taiwan Strait, tracks Chinese warships
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Telecommunications & Media
SpaceX revenue mostly from Starlink, rockets and AI in the red