The Bank of Japan raised its benchmark interest rate to 1%, the highest since 1995. Despite previous hikes causing Bitcoin drawdowns, this decision saw Bitcoin dip briefly before recovering, due to the BOJ's packaging of the hike and a cooling of energy shock risks. However, future rate increases pose a significant risk to crypto markets.
BDI-Präsident Leibinger warnt vor einem AfD-Ministerpräsidenten als "fatal" für Deutschland. Er kritisiert den Anti-EU-Kurs und die Migrationspolitik der Partei. Umfragen sehen die AfD in Ostdeutschland stark. Experten wie Fuest und Hüther mahnen vor wirtschaftlichen Schäden durch AfD-Politik, ähnlich dem Brexit.
US President Donald Trump plans to visit China "at some point" this year, potentially meeting President Xi Jinping up to four times. Trump's visit to Shenzhen for a conference would mark him as the first sitting US president to visit the tech hub.
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has proposed changing its name to the Football Federation of Bharat (FFB). The proposal, accepted in a Special General Body Meeting, will now be sent to the Sports Ministry for final approval. The process also requires FIFA's consent.
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) announced the Indian Super League (ISL) will commence on September 4. A decision on the proposed club-led model for the ISL was deferred. The AIFF is also considering a name change to Football Federation of Bharat (FFB).
Lloyds Banking Group is hiring 300 tech experts for its AI development, focusing on agentic AI. This move precedes a new strategic plan from CEO Charlie Nunn and comes amid industry-wide AI adoption, with potential future job cuts despite current hiring.
The author reflects on her teenage viral video experience and contrasts it with later instances of intense online hate directed at young girls, highlighting the evolving and often damaging impact of the internet on adolescent self-expression and digital history.
China has developed and is testing the world's first intelligent squid fishing robot. The smart machine mimics human movements to attract deep-water squid and can adapt its behavior based on how the creatures bite. It is currently undergoing sea trials aboard the Song Hang research vessel in the northwestern Pacific Ocean.
Der 93-jährige österreichisch-kanadische Unternehmer Frank Stronach wurde in Kanada wegen unsittlicher Übergriffe und sexueller Nötigung schuldig gesprochen. Das Strafmaß wird im September verkündet.
The first phase of the Sever Bay port, a key component of Rosneft's Vostok Oil project, is slated for commissioning in September, according to Rosneft CEO Igor Sechin. Construction of the associated 790-km oil pipeline is also nearing completion.
Bitcoin (BTC) may reach a new "macro bottom" between $50,000 and $60,000 by September, according to trader Killa. This prediction is based on the potential for BTC to "front run" exchange order-book liquidity, similar to how it previously front-ran higher liquidity levels. Aggressive shorting on Binance also suggests a bearish short-term outlook.
The U.S. military struck a boat in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing three people, in its ongoing campaign against alleged drug traffickers. This incident brings the total killed in such strikes to at least 211 since September. Critics question the legality and effectiveness of these actions, especially concerning fentanyl trafficking.
The U.S. military struck a boat in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing three individuals accused of drug smuggling. This incident is part of a broader campaign by the Trump administration against alleged "narcoterrorists," bringing the total killed in such strikes to at least 211 since September. Critics question the legality and effectiveness of these actions, particularly as fentanyl is often trafficked overland.
The US military killed three people in a boat strike in the eastern Pacific Ocean on Thursday, part of an ongoing campaign against alleged drug traffickers. This brings the total killed to at least 211 since September. Critics question the legality and effectiveness of these strikes, especially as fentanyl is often trafficked over land.
Google is launching its developer verification system for Android apps on September 30, starting in Brazil, Indonesia, Singapore, and Thailand. The system aims to combat malware by verifying developer identities, impacting app sideloading and requiring participation from third-party app stores.
India's top table tennis player, Manika Batra, was excluded from the Asian Games squad due to selection criteria. Despite being World No. 51, just outside automatic qualification, her absence is controversial, with reserves named instead. The decision has sparked debate.
Crypto payments platform Pyra is shutting down, citing the Drift exploit. Users have until September 15, 2026, to withdraw assets or export private keys via a web portal. The platform will also facilitate future Drift recovery token distribution.
Hong Kong's Housing Authority will introduce two schemes in September to optimize subsidised housing use: allowing 10+ year owners to lease without premium and encouraging elderly owners to swap for smaller/remote flats.
Hong Kong's Housing Authority will introduce two schemes in September to boost the use of subsidised homes. One allows owners to lease properties without a premium after 10 years, while another encourages elderly owners to swap for smaller or remote flats, aiming to increase rental options and housing turnover.
Die Landtagswahl in Sachsen-Anhalt wird als "Schicksalswahl" bezeichnet, da erstmals eine vom Verfassungsschutz als rechtsextrem eingestufte Partei an der Regierungsbildung beteiligt sein könnte. Die CDU steht vor der Herausforderung, ihren Vorsprung zu halten, während SPD und Grüne um den Einzug in den Landtag kämpfen. Die AfD könnte eine absolute Mehrheit erreichen.
An inquest into the death of Stacey Warnecke, who died after a home "freebirth", has been delayed due to new evidence from a forensic analysis of her mobile phone. Warnecke, a 30-year-old nutritionist, died from a postpartum haemorrhage. The birthkeeper, Emily Lal, testified that her role was supportive, not clinical, and she was not responsible for calling an ambulance unless asked.
Europe's largest electronics and IT exhibition, IFA, will be held in Berlin from September 4-8. This year's IFA will focus on AI, robotics, and digital health, featuring a humanoid robot runway and special opening of the ICC Berlin.
British jockey Harry Bentley is undergoing rehabilitation after a severe fall at Sha Tin resulted in a fractured forearm, fractured shoulder blade, and five broken ribs. He aims to return to riding at the start of next season in September.
Prince George will join Eton College, a historic boarding school for boys aged 13-18, this September. The school, founded in 1440, has educated royals and prime ministers and costs approximately £63,000 annually. Its proximity to Windsor was a key factor in the family's decision.
