Bitcoin miner PowerCompute's US Digital subsidiary borrowed $18.07M from Arch Lending to repay Galaxy Digital and Liebel debt. The bridge notes matured July 31, but the anticipated Bitcoin-secured term facility is still being finalized, leaving its financial status and Bitcoin collateral unresolved.
Quatre femmes accusant Mohamed Al-Fayed de violences sexuelles ont été reconnues victimes de traite d'êtres humains par le ministère de l'Intérieur britannique. Ces ex-employées de Harrods ou de ses propriétés dénoncent des faits survenus entre les années 1990 et 2010, alors que 157 victimes se sont manifestées.
Une enquête annuelle révèle que près d'un tiers des Français n'utilisent pas de crème solaire quand ils sont très exposés, malgré le risque de cancer de la peau. L'article clarifie que la crème n'empêche pas de bronzer et confirme sa pollution marine, affectant tortues et coraux, tout en conseillant des protections alternatives.
Bitcoin dropped below $63,000 as the Coinbase Premium Index recorded its longest negative streak in history at 77 days, indicating persistent selling pressure from US institutional investors despite recent Bitcoin ETF inflows.
Three fast-moving wildfires in eastern Washington, including the Autumn Lane Fire, have destroyed hundreds of structures and forced 60,000 evacuations in Spokane County. While no deaths are reported, over 10,000 residents remain without power as emergency crews battle blazes across the state amid severe fire season conditions.
Ireland is reassessing its defence posture after Russian ship activity in nearby waters exposed risks to undersea cables, pipelines and other critical infrastructure. The government says security is now a greater priority, but spending and naval capacity remain limited.
After securing her third consecutive Commonwealth Games gold, India's most successful weightlifter, Mirabai Chanu, immediately shifted focus to the Asian Games. She aims to win her first Asiad medal, training in India under coach Vijay Sharma, acknowledging tougher competition and her body's limits.
Hong Kong experienced its second consecutive amber rainstorm warning on Monday morning, with heavy rainfall across the city. The Hong Kong Observatory forecasts sunnier but very hot weather later this week, following persistent showers and thunderstorms.
Thalapathy Vijay's action drama 'Jana Nayagan' saw a significant jump in box office collections on its second Sunday, earning ₹10.70 crore India net on Day 11. This strong performance, including ₹3 crore from overseas, pushed its worldwide gross to ₹295.92 crore, nearing the ₹300 crore mark.
XRP funds led altcoin inflows for the fourth consecutive month in July, attracting $27.29 million, followed by Solana and Hyperliquid. This trend highlights a growing concentration of investor demand in a few top altcoins, while most other altcoin products struggle to attract sustained capital.
Wildfires near Spokane, eastern Washington, have destroyed approximately 600 homes and forced 5,000 evacuations. Burning over 8.2 square miles, the uncontained fires are exacerbated by strong winds and challenging terrain, prompting a state of emergency.
Smaller Bitcoin transfers reached levels not seen since FTX collapse, with 39,600 BTC moved on Friday, amid an ongoing suspected Coldcard hack. The incident, which has drained 1,367 BTC ($88.6M) from 4,585 addresses, reignites debate over Bitcoin self-custody vs. third-party platforms.
Le Premier ministre hongrois Péter Magyar a annoncé l'arrêt de l'unique centrale nucléaire de Paks, fournissant 40% de l'électricité du pays, en raison de la baisse du niveau du Danube. L'une des deux dernières unités a été arrêtée dimanche, et la centrale sera complètement arrêtée pour la première fois en 44 ans.
The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) plans to construct a new medical building and its 10th college in Pak Shek Kok to enhance research capabilities. CUHK President Dennis Lo Yuk-ming stated the university will also provide more talent accommodation to counter high housing costs, aligning with government plans for improved transport connectivity in the area.
India achieved its most successful day at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, securing 16 medals, including a record 10 in boxing (7 gold, 3 silver), and additional podium finishes in para athletics, athletics, and judo. This brought their total to 39 medals, placing them fourth overall.
Le dialogue politique en présentiel entre le pouvoir et l'opposition au Venezuela débutera la semaine prochaine à Caracas, après un report. Encouragé par le président Trump, ce processus vise une transition politique et un calendrier électoral, bien que Maria Corina Machado n'y participe pas.
Stablecoin Development Corporation (SDEV) reported $2.2 million in Q2 staking revenue, matching its cash operating expenses. However, the company recorded a $50.6 million unrealized loss on digital assets, leading to a significant net loss, with its balance sheet dominated by Sky Protocol's SKY tokens.
Des centaines de pompiers grecs luttent contre un violent incendie attisé par des vents forts près de Porto Germeno, une station balnéaire du golfe de Corinthe. Le feu a atteint la mer, endommageant des habitations et forçant l'évacuation de 300 personnes par la mer.
Plus de 60 000 migrants sont arrivés à Ceuta, enclave espagnole, après des rumeurs d'ouverture de frontière. Les centres d'accueil sont saturés et la classe politique européenne exprime son inquiétude et sa colère face à cette situation, qualifiée d'«invasion» par certains.
US-listed spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded $172.4 million in net inflows in July, reversing two months of outflows, despite late-month selling. However, they remain negative year-to-date with $5.3 billion in outflows. Ether and XRP ETFs also saw positive inflows in July.
Les fouilles à Angeac-Charente, en Charente, pourraient avoir mis au jour le crâne d'un Camarasaure, un dinosaure herbivore de 20 tonnes et 20 mètres de long, vécu il y a 140 millions d'années. Cette découverte, si elle est confirmée, enrichirait considérablement les connaissances sur cette période du crétacé.
Le château de Miraval, ancienne propriété de Brad Pitt et Angelina Jolie dans le Var, est menacé par de violents incendies. George et Amal Clooney ont évacué leur propriété voisine à Brignoles, tandis que le domaine de Miraval est également au centre d'un contentieux judiciaire entre les ex-époux.
Five wildfires persist across Turkey's western and southern coasts, with the agriculture ministry warning of continued high risk next week. While 202 of 206 recent fires are controlled, residents in affected areas describe devastating losses of homes and livelihoods.
The US economy grew by 1.5% in Q2 2026, a slowdown from Q1, as rising imports offset consumer spending. Inflation, measured by the PCE price index, eased slightly to 3.7% but remains above the Fed's 2% target. The Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged, though some officials dissented, citing persistent high inflation exacerbated by the Middle East war.
