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Air defense systems in parts of Tehran were reported to be engaging "hostile targets," signaling a sharp escalation in tensions. Walter Bloomberg reported on April 23 that air defenses in some areas of the Iranian capital were broadcasting a message

Air defense systems were activated in parts of Tehran, Iran’s capital, according to reports. The reason was not immediately clear. Walter Bloomberg reported on April 23 that air defenses appeared to have been activated in some areas of Tehran. Author

The US has alleged that China sought to steal artificial intelligence technology, thrusting US-China tech tensions back into focus. Walter Bloomberg reported on April 23 that US officials accused China of trying to improperly obtain core AI-related t

The Bank for International Settlements warned of structural risks in DeFi and cryptocurrency yield products, saying they lack the safeguards available in traditional finance. CoinDesk reported on April 23 that the BIS said in a report that crypto exc

Pakistan said the US and Iran will both need to make concessions if their talks are to continue, as negotiations remain deadlocked. Walter Bloomberg reported on April 23 that a Pakistani diplomatic source said Washington and Tehran must each give gro

The three major U.S. stock indexes closed higher on April 23. The Nasdaq Composite rose 1.64% from the previous session to 24,657.57. The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 0.69% to 49,490.77, while the S&P 500 advanced 1.03% to 7,137.57.

The White House has again demanded that Iran transfer its enriched uranium as a core condition of nuclear negotiations. It also said an extension of the ceasefire had created more room for talks. Walter Bloomberg reported on April 22 that the White H

The three major U.S. stock indexes were trading higher. The Nasdaq Composite was up 1.30% from the previous session at 24,575.71 as of 4:21 a.m. on April 23. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.42% to 49,355.37, while the S&P 500 gained 0.80% to

Iran reiterated its willingness to engage in talks while sharply criticizing US actions, signaling that the negotiating impasse remains in place. Walter Bloomberg reported on April 22 that Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Iran supports dialog

The Israeli military said it struck a vehicle in southern Lebanon after detecting a Hezbollah-related threat, underscoring continued tensions despite a ceasefire. In a statement on April 22, the Israel Defense Forces said it had identified a Hezbolla

Thailand’s regulators are considering rule changes to expand the cryptocurrency derivatives market by lowering barriers to entry. Cointelegraph reported on April 22 that Thailand’s Securities and Exchange Commission is reviewing amendments that would

U.S. banking groups have asked the Treasury Department to extend the comment period for stablecoin regulation, arguing that a cautious approach is needed amid regulatory uncertainty. CoinDesk reported on April 22 that the American Bankers Association

President Donald Trump said Iran had dropped plans to execute women protesters, thrusting human-rights issues back into focus as a diplomatic factor. On April 22, Trump wrote on social media that eight women protesters who had been due to be executed

Iran said it has raised its military readiness to the highest level, underscoring its willingness to retaliate forcefully. Tensions remain elevated as discussions continue over extending a ceasefire. Iranian state television reported on April 22 that

The US hasn’t yet sold Nvidia Corp.’s latest H200 AI chips to China, a sign Washington is maintaining its semiconductor export controls. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said on April 22, citing Walter Bloomberg, that the US has not yet sold Nvidia’

President Donald Trump extended the ceasefire with Iran without setting a specific deadline, leaving uncertainty over the negotiating timetable. Walter Bloomberg reported on April 22 that Trump did not specify an end date for the ceasefire extension.

President Donald Trump said he is extending the ceasefire with Iran while keeping a naval blockade in place to maintain pressure in negotiations. On April 21, Trump wrote on Truth Social that he had accepted a request from the Pakistani government to

Coinbase Global Inc. and Robinhood Markets Inc. are drawing attention for prediction markets and broader product expansion as potential next growth drivers, even as near-term earnings momentum softens. CoinDesk reported on April 21 that Cantor Fitzge

The three major U.S. stock indexes closed lower on April 22. The Nasdaq Composite fell 0.59% from the previous session to 24,259.96. The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 0.59% to 49,149.60, while the S&P 500 declined 0.63% to 7,064.05 at the clos

Iran has told the US through Pakistan that it will not attend talks scheduled for Wednesday, according to a report, adding to uncertainty over the negotiations. Walter Bloomberg reported on April 21 that Iran had informed the US, via Pakistan, that i

US Vice President JD Vance has canceled a planned trip to Pakistan, a development that could affect the timing of talks between Washington and Tehran. The Associated Press reported on April 21 that Vance had called off the visit. The trip had been li

U.S. lawmakers have introduced a bill that would allow fintech and cryptocurrency companies to access the Federal Reserve’s payment system directly, opening a new front in the debate over broader access to financial infrastructure. Eleanor Terrett, h

Vice President JD Vance’s planned visit to Islamabad has been put on hold, the New York Times reported, clouding the schedule for US-Iran negotiations. The newspaper said on April 21 that plans for Vance’s trip to Pakistan are currently suspended. Th

Iran’s judiciary has officially denied President Donald Trump’s claim that eight women he mentioned are at risk of execution, highlighting conflicting accounts from the two sides. Walter Bloomberg reported on April 21 that the judiciary said Trump’s