Bitcoin climbed 8.7% to $69,749 on Wednesday, marking its largest single-day gain since March. The rally, fueled by U.S. Treasury bond buyback plans and a short squeeze, liquidated over $1.1 billion in positions and shifted sentiment in prediction markets.
Prediction markets including Polymarket, Kalshi, and Myriad show a strong consensus of roughly 71% to 74% odds that the Federal Reserve will keep interest rates unchanged at its upcoming September meeting.
Myanmar's ex-junta chief Min Aung Hlaing arrived in Bangkok for his first visit to Thailand as civilian leader, aiming to restore diplomatic ties and push for re-entry into ASEAN amidst ongoing civil conflict.
Prediction markets doubt the longevity of the US-Iran ceasefire, with a Polymarket contract indicating 50-50 odds of a 14-day halt in US strikes, amid skepticism fueled by Trump's readiness for renewed action and Iran's denial of direct negotiations.
A Guardian photo editor shares their top 30 photographs from the recent World Cup, highlighting moments of skill, emotion, and news significance. The selection includes iconic players like Messi and Haaland, dramatic game incidents, and candid fan reactions, offering a unique visual retrospective of the tournament.
Katie Price's new four-part documentary series, 'Nothing to Hide,' offers a revealing look at her life, exploring her surgeries, personal struggles, and relentless pursuit of attention. Despite numerous tell-alls, the series delves deeper, presenting a fascinating yet exhausting portrait of the former glamour model.
Victoria's massive 'Big Build' infrastructure projects are reportedly rife with organised crime, intimidation, extortion, fraud, and bribery. The Victorian premier attributes cost escalations to inflation, not corruption, while critics demand a royal commission due to the limited powers of the state's anti-corruption body, Ibac, and the systemic nature of the alleged misconduct.
Prediction market platform Myriad has chosen Chainlink as its exclusive oracle infrastructure for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, automating market resolution and settlement for faster payouts and reduced disputes.
An investigation by Global Witness alleges that major brands like Amazon, Ericsson, and Sony may have unknowingly sourced coltan linked to the M23 militia, which controls mines in the DRC and is accused of widespread human rights abuses. The minerals are smuggled to Rwanda and then exported, with traceability systems reportedly failing to detect the conflict sourcing.
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani, an avid soccer fan, predicts Morocco will beat France in the World Cup final, despite long odds, blending heart and head in his bracket picks.
Bitcoin traders are increasingly bearish, with prediction markets favoring a drop to $55,000 over a rise to $84,000. This sentiment shift follows Strategy's BTC sale and an 11-day outflow streak from U.S. Bitcoin ETFs, totaling over $3.4 billion.
Conspiracy theories surrounding Hantavirus and Ebola outbreaks are amplified by social media and AI, echoing past outbreaks. Experts note these theories often target centers of power and reflect distrust in institutions, impacting public health responses.
North Korean state-affiliated hackers stole over $2 billion in cryptocurrency in 2025, a 51% increase from 2024, targeting Web3 projects and exchanges for anonymous fund transfer, according to CrowdStrike's 2026 report.
Myriad integrates Chainlink for real-time crypto prediction markets, enabling fast payouts and secure automation, with plans to expand to RWA markets.
Users of Myriad's prediction market believe it's likely Strategy will part ways with some of its Bitcoin holdings this year.
Soaring cost of building materials, lack of affordability and planning bottlenecks are some of the obstacles thwarting housing targetAt South and City College in Birmingham, dozens of young people clad in hi-vis vests and hard hats are building mini-walls and plastering half-formed rooms.Some weave in and out of stacks of bricks with wheelbarrows, while others use spirit levels to check the walls are straight and flat. In a few days time, these walls will be demolished and the plastering scraped away, for a new class to come in and try their hands. Continue reading...
