US Vice President JD Vance and several Republican senators voiced skepticism about a newly reached agreement with Iran, citing a lack of specifics and demanding more information before it is finalized. The deal reportedly involves reopening the Strait of Hormuz and financial incentives for Iran.
South Korea's M2 money supply increased by 0.6% in April to an average of 4,153.9 trillion won, driven by rising short-term deposits and funds awaiting investment amid a stock market rally, according to the Bank of Korea.
As the NEET-UG 2026 re-exam approaches, candidates report admit card download issues, refund confusion, and technical glitches on the NTA portal. Meanwhile, Ahmedabad police arrested two individuals for allegedly running a fraud network targeting NEET candidates.
Strategy increased its USD Reserve to $1.1 billion and total Bitcoin holdings to 846,842 BTC. Executive Chairman Michael Saylor introduced a new risk metric, CEPE BPS. Despite Bitcoin's rise, the firm's overall stockpile remains underwater.
Ron Baron, fundador da Baron Capital, comprou US$ 1 bilhão em ações da SpaceX durante seu IPO na sexta-feira (12). Ele elevou sua participação total na empresa para US$ 25 bilhões e acredita que o investimento renderá centenas de bilhões de dólares.
Ahmedabad Cyber Crime Police arrested a 19-year-old student from Bihar for attempting to divert NEET-UG 2026 fee refunds to his accounts. The accused targeted 350 accounts, exploiting weak passwords in 150, but NTA's security systems helped foil the large-scale fraud.
Hong Kong's Consumer Council received 3,346 lodging complaints since 2023, with 58% involving contract changes/refunds. The watchdog urges hotels and booking platforms to clarify responsibilities amid rising complaints.
Hong Kong's Consumer Council reported 1,050 annual complaints about hotels over the last three years, urging clear policies on booking changes and refunds. Since 2023, 3,346 complaints were received, mostly from non-local travelers, citing contract terminations, service quality, and pricing disputes.
Crypto exchange Bybit is expanding into real-world assets by offering tokenized bond funds from PIMCO and China Merchants Bank International. The new RWA Earn platform will feature funds tokenized by DigiFT, using Plume's onchain infrastructure, allowing users to subscribe with USDC.
Passive funds in India have surged from 6% to 25% of the mutual fund industry in a decade, driven by maturing markets, investor scrutiny of active fees, and a majority of large-cap funds underperforming benchmarks. This rapid shift is occurring faster than in mature markets, fueled by a booming digital ecosystem and diverse investor segments.
Passive funds in India have surged from 6% to 25% of the mutual fund industry in a decade, a rapid shift attributed to maturing markets, investor scrutiny of active management fees, and the underperformance of large-cap funds against benchmarks. Sid Swaminathan of JioBlackRock highlights this as a unique inflection point driven by a booming digital ecosystem and evolving investor behavior.
A senior US official has denied Iranian media claims that Washington will release $12 billion of Iran's frozen assets. The official stated that any release of funds is contingent on Iran fulfilling its commitments and is not unconditional.
Portfolio Management Services (PMS) offer structural advantages over mutual funds, including concentrated portfolios, significant cash holdings, and investments in illiquid micro-cap companies. While mutual funds have evolved, PMS can provide unique access to niche themes and customized strategies, but investors must be aware of capacity limits and exclusivity traps.
A secret Deloitte report commissioned by RSL NSW has revealed allegations of fraud and mismanagement of funds in 18 sub-branches across New South Wales. Concerns include improper spending on foreign veterans, suspicious invoices, and attempts to use charitable money for a sculpture and member benefits.
A secret Deloitte report commissioned by RSL NSW has revealed allegations of fraud and mismanagement of charitable funds at 18 sub-branches across New South Wales. Concerns include misuse of funds for foreign veterans, unauthorized expenses, and conflicts of interest in property dealings.
While Bitcoin ETFs attract attention, dozens of obscure institutional products are emerging, allowing Bitcoin to be used like Treasuries and gold: pledged for loans, posted as margin, held as insurance reserves, and built into corporate balance sheets, indicating a shift beyond speculation into core financial machinery.
Bengaluru police registered a criminal case against US-based The Timothy Initiative and six individuals for allegedly funding over Rs 95 crore towards Naxalism and conversions, bypassing Indian financial regulations using foreign debit cards.
UK cabinet ministers are searching for additional funds to increase defence spending following the resignation of former defence secretary John Healey. Culture secretary Lisa Nandy confirmed departments are in talks with the Treasury to find more money for defence, as the new defence secretary, Dan Jarvis, works on an alternative plan before the Nato summit.
The UK government is investing £132.5m in after-school clubs to offer alternatives to social media for under-16s, as new restrictions on platform use are anticipated. The funding aims to boost mental health and reduce loneliness among young people.
Ukrainian MP Oleksandr Dubinsky, currently in pre-trial detention on treason charges, alleges that Ukrainian authorities are profiting by purchasing shells with EU funds at 12 times the real cost. He claims a 152mm shell costs Ukraine €6,000, while its actual value is significantly lower, allowing a "war party" to profit.
Hungary's anti-corruption watchdog, the HIA, has called for an investigation into senior officials in Viktor Orban's inner circle over allegations of missing EU funds totaling €3.5 billion. The HIA believes that inflated pricing on government contracts awarded to communications companies may be the source of the missing money, potentially damaging Orban's legacy.
DAZN has apologized for misleading pricing displays on its "DAZN SOCCER" plan, which led users to believe it was a monthly subscription at 980 yen. The plan was actually an annual commitment costing at least 26,340 yen. The company is now offering refunds and plan changes to affected users.
Hungary's anti-corruption watchdog, the HIA, has called for an investigation into senior officials in Viktor Orban's inner circle over potentially inflated government contracts totaling €3.5 billion in missing EU funds. The allegations center on communications companies awarded €10 billion in contracts over four years, with the HIA suspecting a third of that amount may be due to overpricing and a risk of corruption. The watchdog is particularly interested in the Lounge group tied to Gyula Balasy, whose companies saw a dramatic rise in state contracts during Orban's tenure. The new prime minister, Peter Magyar, has pledged to tackle corruption and reacquire stolen state assets.
The Madhya Pradesh government offers a housing assistance scheme for Scheduled Caste (SC) students pursuing higher education away from home. Eligible SC students in rented accommodation can receive monthly stipends of up to Rs. 2,000, with amounts varying by location. Applications are submitted online via the MPTAAS portal.
