Trump Calls on NATO to Impose 100% Tariffs on China to End Russo‑Ukrainian War

President Trump proposed using tariffs as economic weapons to stop the Ukrainian conflict, urging NATO countries to impose levies on China to halt its support for Russian actions. He also said he was ready to enact “major” sanctions on Russia. Trump Reveals His Hand: NATO Tariffs on China and Escalation of Sanctions Against Russia The … Read more

British Trade Groups Urge Inclusion of Blockchain and Digital Assets in UK–US Tech Bridge Deal

UK trade and industry groups have urged the government to make blockchain and digital assets a core strand of the planned UK–US “Tech Bridge” ahead of President Trump’s state visit. In a letter signed by organizations including the UK Cryptoasset Business Council, UK Finance and ThecityUK, they warned that excluding blockchain could leave the UK … Read more

From USDT to USAT: Tether Maps a Stateside Playbook

Tether plans a new chapter in dollar-linked tokens, unveiling USAT—a planned U.S.-regulated, dollar-backed stablecoin—and naming Bo Hines as CEO-designate of Tether USAT. Tether’s Next Act: A U.S.-Regulated Dollar Token Called USAT Framed as a U.S. product from day one, USAT will target businesses and institutions that want a digital cash alternative governed by strict standards … Read more

FDIC Outlines Pro-Crypto Reforms With Clearer Rules and Fair Banking Policies

The FDIC spotlighted a forward-looking crypto agenda and fair access reforms, signaling a major pivot toward transparency, institutional clarity, and broader participation in digital finance. US Banking Regulator Drives Forward-Looking Crypto Agenda and Equal Access Initiatives The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), the agency responsible for safeguarding depositors and maintaining stability in the U.S. banking … Read more

SEC Chair Declares ‘Crypto’s Time Has Come’—Champions ‘Super-App’ Trading Innovation

The SEC is clearing the runway for crypto’s explosive rise, unveiling a bold vision for super-app platforms as its chair declares the industry’s time has come. SEC Unveils Vision for Super-App Crypto Platforms Amid Regulatory Shift U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Paul S. Atkins delivered a strong message on digital assets at the … Read more

Economist Says US–China Trade Deficit Reflects Weak Competitiveness, not BRICS Tactics

Soaring tensions over the U.S.–China trade deficit are colliding with BRICS challenges and supply chain risks, spotlighting deep economic vulnerabilities and fueling urgent debate on America’s global competitiveness. US–China Trade Deficit Draws Focus to BRICS Relations and Supply Chain Risks Mounting concerns over the U.S. trade deficit with China have reignited debate over whether the … Read more

12 US Senators Unveil Framework to Reshape Digital Asset Regulation

Twelve Democratic senators unveiled a bold framework to regulate the $4 trillion digital asset market, aiming to protect investors, block abuse, and cement U.S. leadership in crypto. Senators Push for Stronger Crypto Oversight to Safeguard $4 Trillion Market U.S. lawmakers have intensified their focus on the regulation of digital assets as a group of 12 … Read more

SEC Discusses Regulation of Crypto-AI Convergence With Tech Firms

SEC Crypto Task Force dives into crypto-AI convergence as innovators demand urgent clarity on outdated rules stalling U.S. dominance in decentralized finance and intelligent systems. SEC Crypto Task Force Examines Crypto-AI Integration in Financial Regulation The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) published a memorandum detailing that on Sept. 8, 2025, its Crypto Task Force … Read more

Two Million Jobs, Poof: Biden’s Bidenomics ‘Boom’ Meets Reality

The Biden administration’s vaunted jobs boom just met the revision reaper: the Bureau of Labor Statistics has now erased roughly 2 million jobs from the last three years and subtracted another 911,000 for the 12 months through March 2025. What Biden Recovery? BLS Revisions Torch Biden’s Job Claims Zerohedge, which has long heckled the sausage-making … Read more