Loss-making Air India has announced it will discontinue routine laundry services for flight crew during international layovers starting July 1, 2026, as a cost-cutting measure. The decision has upset crew members, who question its impact on the airline's image and competitiveness.
Binance is suspending crypto services in several EU countries from next week after failing to secure regulatory authorization. The exchange withdrew its Greek license application and plans to reapply elsewhere, assuring users their funds remain safe.
Energy storage startup Base Power began selling its large home battery systems in Illinois, marking its entry into the PJM Interconnection grid. This expansion aims to address rising electricity demand, particularly from data centers, by creating a virtual power plant with residential batteries.
À Biarritz, les recherches d'un homme de 34 ans enseveli par l'effondrement d'une falaise ont été transférées aux services municipaux après l'échec des pompiers. Sa compagne de 33 ans est décédée. L'incident, survenu près du phare, a mobilisé des plongeurs et un drone, mais le corps de l'homme reste introuvable.
Binance suspendra ses services en France et dans l'Union européenne à partir du 1er juillet 2026, n'ayant pas obtenu l'agrément MiCA obligatoire. Les utilisateurs doivent migrer leurs fonds vers des plateformes alternatives agréées, bien que les retraits restent possibles. L'article présente des options comme OKX, Bybit, Finst, SwissBorg et Ledger.
À partir du 1er juillet 2026, Binance suspendra ses services en France et dans l'Union européenne faute d'agrément MiCA. Les fonds des utilisateurs resteront accessibles au retrait, mais les opérations de trading seront coupées. L'article présente des plateformes alternatives agréées MiCA et un guide de migration.
Le géant des cryptos Binance a annoncé qu'il ne recevrait pas l'agrément européen Mica d'ici le 30 juin 2026, l'empêchant d'accueillir de nouveaux clients en France et de proposer des services après le 1er juillet 2026 dans l'UE. Cette décision fait suite au retrait de sa demande en Grèce et à des enquêtes pour blanchiment.
China's men's table tennis team will compete in the Asian Games without key players Fan Zhendong and Liang Jingkun, the latter withdrawing from trials due to an old injury recurrence. World No. 10 Xiang Peng secured the final spot after a selection tournament.
Binance has restricted key services for European Union users, including halting new onboarding and limiting existing accounts, effective July 1. This follows the exchange's failure to secure Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) authorization from an EU member state before the deadline, prompting users to consider moving assets to self-custody or other licensed providers.
Canned cocktails have seen a massive boom in the UK, with sales tripling since 2020, driven by convenience, affordability, and an aspirational image. Once seen as uncouth, they are now a popular choice, particularly among middle-class women, despite public health concerns and past moral panics over similar drinks.
Inspectors found eight bodies in "advanced deterioration" at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust due to delayed transfer to a freezer. The trust also faces scrutiny over identification wristband checks and faces an ongoing inquiry into maternity services.
Consultants and specialist doctors in Northern Ireland have begun a 24-hour strike over pay, rejecting a 3.5% uplift. This marks the first time both groups have taken industrial action, causing service disruptions but maintaining emergency cover. Health Minister Mike Nesbitt expressed disappointment, citing budget constraints.
Polish-founded Kanga Exchange has obtained a Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) license in Latvia, enabling it to provide crypto custody, trading, and transfer services across the European Union. This approval comes as Poland faces a legislative deadlock on MiCA implementation, with a new proposal submitted after three presidential vetoes.
Vishal Sikka, former Infosys CEO, launches Hang Ten Systems, raising $32M seed funding for its AI-driven enterprise software services. The startup aims to automate IT tasks traditionally done by human services firms, with early customers including Siemens Gamesa and Fresenius.
Passkeys, considered the gold standard for account security, are not yet offered by a quarter of major apps and services, including Instagram, Netflix, and Spotify. A new website, whynopasskeys.com, created by security researcher Scott Helme, aims to pressure companies into adopting this more secure login method.
A landmark maternity review led by Donna Ockenden found over 500 mothers and babies suffered avoidable harm or died due to systemic failings at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust. Leaders knew of issues since 2010 but failed to act. The government is extending Martha's Rule and may compel staff to give evidence, with potential prison sentences for non-cooperation.
Stablecore, in collaboration with Circuit and Curql, launched an early-access program for US credit unions to evaluate stablecoins and other blockchain-based financial services. The initiative allows participants to test digital asset services before integration, building on Stablecore's efforts to bring these services to US financial institutions.
Binance ne pourra pas accueillir de nouveaux utilisateurs en France à partir du 1er juillet 2026 en raison de l'échéance MiCA. Les utilisateurs existants pourront toujours réduire leurs positions et retirer leurs actifs.
Waymo is testing self-driving cars in London, facing challenges but offering potential independence for people with disabilities. Concerns include surveillance, job losses for drivers, and safety, though data suggests AVs may be safer than human drivers. Regulation and disabled people's inclusion in the conversation are crucial.
India is launching its first Index of Services Production (ISP) on July 14, using 2024-25 as the base year. This monthly indicator will track the dominant services sector's growth with a 60-day lag, providing high-frequency insights.
Despite AI causing significant layoffs in finance, its overall integration rate in the sector is low. Companies are exploring AI to speed up customer service and financial information delivery within existing budgets.
Deutsche Bahn resumed train services after a nationwide tech outage, caused by a fault in the GSM-R communication system, halted all trains for over two hours on Tuesday night. Services are gradually restarting, but major delays are expected.
Meta's WhatsApp is launching a major financial services and AI initiative led by Kunal Shah, aiming to leverage AI agents and the Meta AI chatbot for growth, especially in India. Shah's appointment highlights India's strategic importance and could revive WhatsApp's fintech ambitions.
Deutsche Bahn suspended all train services across Germany Tuesday night due to a nationwide IT disruption affecting the digital railway radio network (GSM-R). Trains were halted for over two-and-a-half hours before services gradually resumed after IT experts resolved the malfunction.
