CFTC Chair Michael Selig defended the agency's approval of perpetual futures, citing the need for robust regulation of internationally developed products. He dismissed concerns about leverage and complexity, emphasizing proper disclosure and broker suitability assessments. Selig also denied political pressure influenced the decision, despite Donald Trump Jr.'s advisory role at Kalshi.
Kraken has launched perpetual futures trading for eligible US users through its acquisition, Bitnomial. The offering includes contracts for major cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ether, expanding Kraken's domestic derivatives market presence.
England coach Brendon McCullum is worried about captain Ben Stokes, who is under investigation for allegedly breaching team protocols during a night out. Stokes and Gus Atkinson were dropped from the squad for the second Test against New Zealand after an incident at a nightclub.
Stock futures surged Monday after a US-Iran deal to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. SpaceX shares rose post-IPO, while Fox Corp. announced plans to acquire Roku for $25 billion. American Express is buying TheFork, and analysts issued new ratings for Capital One, 3M, DuPont, Micron, Ferrari, and trucking stocks.
Indian students studying abroad show an 89% surge in interest in India-based jobs (2023-2024). This trend reflects reassessment of career growth, stability, and opportunities amid tightening global immigration and expanding Indian corporate landscape.
Futures prices for platinum, palladium, gold, and silver saw significant gains on the New York Mercantile Exchange (NYMEX) and Comex. Palladium futures were up 3.14%, platinum futures gained 3.43%, gold futures rose 2.31%, and silver futures increased by 3.39% as of 10:30 a.m. Moscow time.
Despite a new peace deal, the war on Iran and its ripple effects have normalized conflict, causing widespread hardship, economic upheaval, and collateral damage across the Middle East, with ongoing strikes and unresolved issues threatening lasting peace.
New research reveals a 40% surge in global attacks on education, with over 8,556 incidents and 10,600 students and staff harmed in 2024-2025. Attacks occurred in 83 countries, notably Colombia, DRC, Ethiopia, Haiti, Palestine, and Ukraine. Military occupation of schools doubled, and women/girls and students with disabilities were specifically targeted.
Oil prices dropped sharply Monday after President Trump declared the Iran deal complete and announced the immediate, toll-free reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, easing fears of energy supply disruptions. Brent crude fell to $83.75 and WTI to $80.87.
Former England spinner Graeme Swann discusses the speculation surrounding Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli's future in elite cricket, noting it's natural for successors to be sought as players age. He highlights 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as a special talent emerging in Indian cricket.
CME Group launched 24/7 Bitcoin futures and options trading on May 29, coinciding with a significant market downturn and a large wave of liquidations. The move aims to provide institutions with regulated hedging tools, but the first week's performance raised questions about whether it calmed or accelerated weekend crypto risk.
Le Figaro publie pour la cinquième année consécutive son classement des 72 maternités publiques et privées d'Île-de-France. Ce palmarès, basé sur des critères chiffrés tels que le personnel médical, le volume d'accouchements, les taux de césarienne et d'épisiotomie, ainsi que la satisfaction des patientes, vise à aider les futures mères à choisir leur établissement.
Ether (ETH) price is struggling to reclaim $1,700 due to bearish ETH futures trends and spot ETF outflows, signaling weak institutional appetite. However, strong demand for ETH staking and falling exchange deposits indicate holder confidence in its long-term value, preventing further price declines.
SpaceX's IPO has propelled its valuation past $2 trillion, making founder Elon Musk the world's first trillionaire. Musk stated the company's ambition is to make space travel accessible to everyone, enabling journeys to the Moon, Mars, and beyond.
China's Gaokao graduates face a mix of anxiety and uncertainty as the myth of higher education guaranteeing success crumbles. Many feel trapped between intense 'involution' and the unattainable 'lying flat' ideal, questioning societal pressures and seeking avenues for change.
Locksmithing and lead-lighting in Tasmania face recruitment challenges as traditional crafts struggle to attract new talent, while leather whip-making thrives. The Beacon Foundation highlights the need for transferable skills for Gen Z's non-linear career paths.
Americans express significant concern over AI's future impact, with 80% worried and over half expecting more harm than good. Despite skepticism, AI is increasingly integrated into investments and retirement plans, notably through upcoming IPOs from SpaceX, Anthropic, and OpenAI, potentially consolidating tech billionaires' control over financial futures.
Over $1 billion traded in SpaceX-linked perpetual futures in 3 days as investors front-run the highly anticipated IPO, despite warnings from market history on potential first-year losses and regulatory scrutiny over governance and valuation risks.
Market watchers eye Trump's strong words on Iran, SpaceX's IPO allocations, and Oracle's earnings. Chip stocks show strength, with Intel, Micron, and AMD seeing upgrades, while Super Micro Computer plans significant equity financing amid AI server demand.
As of 3:45 PM, individual stock futures, based on the top 100 market cap stocks, show mixed performance. Samsung Electronics futures closed at 298,000 KRW, down 7,000 KRW, with significant trading volume. SK Hynix futures also saw a decrease. Other notable movements include LG Energy Solution futures up by 2,500 KRW and Hyundai Heavy Industries futures up by 16,000 KRW.
KOSPI 200 futures saw mixed movements as of 3:45 PM, with the main index closing at 1231.54, up 4.42 points. Trading volume for KOSPI 200 F 202606 was 75,817 contracts.
ASX 200 futures indicate a 0.8% lower open at 8,601 points, following Wall Street's decline. President Trump issued a threat against Iran, while gold prices dropped 4.5%.
Crypto traders in SpaceX pre-IPO perpetual futures are anticipating a significant first day of trading, with contracts priced around $162, 20% above the IPO price. Despite strong investor demand, the market shows cautious optimism rather than euphoria.
Ether's futures market open interest has dropped significantly, with Gate.io seeing a 45% decrease. Simultaneously, nearly 480,000 ETH have left major exchanges, reducing available supply and shifting focus to the critical $1,500 support level.
