AI Spending Spree Puts Tech Giants’ Credit Quality Under Scrutiny, Warns Moody’s
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AI Spending Spree Puts Tech Giants’ Credit Quality Under Scrutiny, Warns Moody’s

The relentless pursuit of artificial intelligence dominance is forcing major technology firms to undertake unprecedented levels of spending, potentially impacting their creditworthiness, according to a new analysis from Moody’s Ratings. Companies like Amazon, Meta, Alphabet, and Microsoft, often referred to as hyperscalers, are shifting from asset-light, software-focused business models to capital-intensive, hardware-heavy operations. This transition […]

Future of Finance Takes Center Stage at Disrupt 2026: AI, Stablecoins, and Global Payments Explored
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Future of Finance Takes Center Stage at Disrupt 2026: AI, Stablecoins, and Global Payments Explored

The landscape of money has dramatically transformed, extending far beyond traditional cash or bank accounts. At the upcoming Disrupt 2026 conference, a dedicated platform, the brand-new Smart Money Stage, will delve into this evolution, focusing on the critical intersection of fintech, payments, and artificial intelligence. Scheduled for October 13–15 at San Francisco’s Moscone Center, the […]

AI Lab Prentis Targets $1 Billion Valuation in Fresh Funding Round
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AI Lab Prentis Targets $1 Billion Valuation in Fresh Funding Round

Prentis, an artificial intelligence startup specializing in computer-use models, is currently in discussions to secure $100 million in funding at a valuation of $1 billion. Founded in April by serial entrepreneur Ritankar Das alongside industry veterans Reid Hoffman and Mark Pincus, the company aims to develop sophisticated AI agents capable of controlling computers to automate […]

Ethena Tests Key $0.085 Support Following $26.4 Million Wallet Transfer
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Ethena Tests Key $0.085 Support Following $26.4 Million Wallet Transfer

Ethena (ENA) is currently hovering near a critical technical support threshold of $0.085 following significant on-chain activity involving a $26.4 million transfer. On-chain monitoring reveals that a custody wallet associated with the project moved approximately 290 million ENA tokens to a personal address previously tied to exchange deposits on major trading platforms such as Binance […]

Class-Action Lawsuit Accuses BitMEX of Manipulating Liquidations to Seize Millions in Bitcoin
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Class-Action Lawsuit Accuses BitMEX of Manipulating Liquidations to Seize Millions in Bitcoin

Cryptocurrency derivatives exchange BitMEX is facing a major legal challenge following the filing of a class-action lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York. The lawsuit accuses the platform of deliberately orchestrating customer liquidations to seize traders’ Bitcoin collateral. Strikingly, the legal action was initiated on the very day BitMEX […]

Global Markets React as Diplomatic Hopes Ebb and Flow Amidst Geopolitical Tensions
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Global Markets React as Diplomatic Hopes Ebb and Flow Amidst Geopolitical Tensions

Global financial markets experienced a volatile trading session, with major indices showing mixed movements as investors grappled with shifting geopolitical landscapes and economic indicators. The Dow Jones Industrial Average saw a notable uptick, driven by optimism surrounding potential diplomatic breakthroughs, while oil prices experienced a significant retreat. This fluctuation underscores the market’s sensitivity to developments […]