Senegal's parliament approved a constitutional reform expanding lawmakers' powers and limiting the president's, leading to protests. The changes, proposed by Speaker Ousmane Sonko's party, aim to strengthen parliamentary oversight but are viewed by the opposition as political revenge.
US regulators, including FinCEN and the Federal Reserve, proposed a Customer Identification Program (CIP) rule for stablecoin issuers, requiring bank-like onboarding for direct minting and redemption. The rule initiates a debate on identity checks for the vast secondary market, where most stablecoin activity occurs.
Le Premier ministre et les écologistes se sont violemment opposés à l'Assemblée nationale concernant la gestion de la canicule et le changement climatique. Les écologistes ont annoncé le dépôt d'une motion de censure.
Le groupe Ecologiste et social à l'Assemblée nationale prévoit de déposer une motion de censure contre le gouvernement de Sébastien Lecornu, dénonçant son impréparation face aux canicules. Un vif échange a eu lieu entre Cyrielle Chatelain et le Premier ministre, qui a qualifié de "scandaleux" le bilan de 10 000 morts avancé par les Ecologistes.
Les députés écologistes, menés par Cyrielle Chatelain, annoncent le dépôt d'une motion de censure contre le gouvernement français. Ils dénoncent son "impréparation" et son "inaction" face aux canicules et au changement climatique, suite à un vif échange à l'Assemblée nationale.
JPMorgan cautions that rapid US crypto regulation might create oversight gaps, particularly in stablecoin incentives and anti-money laundering tools, as the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act nears a Senate vote.
The AI industry is undergoing a financial stress test as global markets slump, with major tech stocks like Alphabet, Samsung, and SK Hynix experiencing significant drops. Concurrently, California's proposed billionaire tax is influencing political discourse, prompting Governor Gavin Newsom to propose a nationwide minimum tax on the super-wealthy.
L'OCDE a publié un rapport de 160 pages sur la France, alertant sur l'aggravation de sa dette publique, qui pourrait atteindre 121-125% du PIB en 2029, contre 118% prévu par le gouvernement. Le rapport propose un mélange de hausses d'impôts et de coupes budgétaires.
New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani stated he does not want the US Constitution changed to allow him to run for president, despite his recent political success and upcoming age eligibility. Born in Uganda, he is not a natural-born citizen, a constitutional requirement. He emphasized focusing on NYC and fighting for working people.
Ripple proposes a lending upgrade (XLS-65/XLS-66) for the XRP Ledger to attract institutional credit, allowing borrowing against on-chain assets without the blockchain making credit decisions. This aims to expand XRPL's role beyond payments into broader institutional finance.
China's Ministry of Commerce issued a preliminary anti-dumping verdict against Canadian pea-starch, imposing 73.5% cash deposits. This follows Ottawa's investigation into Chinese steel racks, signaling escalating trade tensions between the two nations.
Labor's proposed gambling advertising reforms have faced strong criticism from the Coalition and Greens, who deem them too weak and a "capitulation" to the gambling lobby. Critics argue the changes, set to take effect in 2027, do not go far enough in protecting vulnerable individuals, particularly children and young people, and are calling for a more comprehensive Senate inquiry.
Ionic Digital, a Bitcoin miner turned AI infrastructure company, has filed for a Nasdaq direct listing. This move could provide a public market for shares received by former Celsius creditors through the bankrupt lender's restructuring. The company is repurposing its Texas mining site for AI and high-performance computing workloads.
The University of Wollongong's chancellor, Michael Still, allegedly opposed a competitive recruitment process for a proposed executive role worth over $388,000, earmarked for a woman at the center of biased recruiting allegations. ICAC heard evidence of concerns raised by HR executives regarding transparency and potential conflicts of interest.
Ireland, set to assume the EU presidency on July 1st, faces intense scrutiny over its alleged capture by big tech, with critics urging its recusal from digital sovereignty negotiations due to a history of lax data regulation enforcement and economic dependency on tech giants.
La plateforme d'échanges de cryptomonnaies Binance doit cesser ses activités en Europe à partir du 1er juillet, n'ayant pas obtenu l'agrément nécessaire en Grèce pour se conformer à la réglementation MiCA de l'UE.
The Dallas Cowboys are identified as a potential trade destination for Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor, with CBS Sports suggesting a third-round pick could facilitate a deal if the Colts underperform. This speculation arises despite Dallas's recent signing of Javonte Williams.
Lady Amos' review finds England's maternity and neonatal services unfit for purpose, citing systemic failures and a "cover-up culture." Recommendations include automatic rights to independent investigations for dissatisfied families and binding national standards for maternity triage.
Alleged sexual and physical assaults in French schools, exemplified by a mother's report in Colombes, reveal systemic flaws in hiring and oversight of teaching assistants. Authorities are criticized for slow reactions, while experts and victims advocate for more comprehensive reforms beyond current government plans.
South Korea recorded its worst-ever World Cup performance, finishing 34th, despite high expectations and a strong squad. This failure has exposed significant leadership and administrative flaws within the Korea Football Association (KFA), including controversial appointments and alleged cartel behavior, prompting public disappointment and a government audit.
Lobbying efforts are intensifying against a proposed ban on defense contractors buying back their own stock, an amendment to the annual National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The House Rules Committee is considering the measure, which industry groups argue restricts corporate governance and capital allocation.
Meta contractors, managed by Covalen, posed as minors online to test competitor chatbots (ChatGPT, Gemini, Character.AI) with high-risk prompts involving suicide, sex, and eating disorders, raising ethical and legal concerns.
A new minimum 25-year sentence for domestic murders in England and Wales is proposed, increasing from 15 years, in response to a seven-year campaign by victims' mothers, aiming to address the disparity in sentencing when weapons are already present at the scene.
Bitcoin’s drop below $60,000 reveals a fragile market setup, with large BTC transfers to exchanges, rising open interest, and institutional traders building defensive positions, indicating potential for amplified volatility.
