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forbes.combusiness4 hrs ago
Delaware Proposes AIC Entity Form for AI-Managed Companies
Delaware plans to create a new legal structure called the artificial intelligence company that lets AI agents run day-to-day operations inside a regulatory sandbox. The framework is being developed through a public-private partnership led by Norm Ai. The program includes capitali…
americanbanker.compolitics5 hrs ago
U.S. Regulators Tell Banks to Review Lending to Immigrants Without Work Permits
Three federal agencies on Monday urged banks to review credit risks for mortgages, auto loans and credit cards issued to immigrants lacking U.S. work authorization. The move follows a May executive order from President Trump directing regulators to address such lending.
news18.comworld10 hrs ago
India Moves to Dismiss Adani Airport Nicotine Pouch Court Challenge
India's government filed papers seeking to end a legal challenge over nicotine pouch sales at an Adani-operated airport. Officials cited the product's alleged illegality and health risks in the filing.
globalnews.cafinance10 hrs ago
54 Firms Join UK Tokenization Taskforce for Live Use Cases
Fifty-four financial and technology firms have joined a UK government taskforce to develop live tokenization use cases, beginning with tokenized repurchase agreements. The group includes BlackRock, JPMorgan, Goldman Sachs, Coinbase, Ripple, and Circle.
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The Independentworld14 hrs ago
FCC Approves Test of One Sunlight-Reflecting Satellite
The U.S. Federal Communications Commission cleared Reflect Orbital to launch one satellite that will bounce sunlight toward Earth. The test will assess uses for solar power and area lighting while larger orbital plans advance.
Los Angeles Timesworld1 day ago
Regulators Seek $22 Million From PG&E Over Mosquito Fire Violations
California regulators proposed a $22 million settlement with PG&E after finding safety violations during their investigation of the 2022 Mosquito fire. The commission will vote on the proposal August 13.
cdc.govworld1 day ago
Aged Care Regulator Investigates Providers Over Additional Service Fees; Some Operators Adjust Practices
The Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission received 199 complaints about fees in the first half of 2026 and launched probes into several operators. One family secured nearly $37,000 in refunds after a dementia resident was charged for unused services.
New Scientistscience1 day ago
European Food Safety Authority approves inulin-propionate ester fibre additive after trials show mixed weight outcomes
The fibre, which boosts release of appetite-suppressing hormones, can be added to breads, smoothies and cereals. Products containing it could reach EU shelves within a year.
theconversation.comtechnology1 day ago
Fitness Influencers Found Selling Steroids and Peptides on Telegram
A Guardian investigation found fitness influencers using Telegram to sell anabolic steroids and unregulated experimental peptides. Experts warned of health risks and gaps in UK oversight. Officials said enforcement targets illegal sales under existing laws.
sbs.com.autechnology1 day ago
Senate inquiry to examine Telstra outage cause and industry oversight
A Senate inquiry will question Telstra executives about a network outage that disrupted Triple Zero calls. The inquiry will review whether outdated equipment contributed to the failure and whether additional regulation is needed.
abcnews.go.combusiness2 days ago
Senate Advances Negotiations on Clarity Act for Crypto Regulation
Senators are working to resolve disputes over the Clarity Act before the August recess. The bill would establish a regulatory framework for digital assets beyond stablecoins.
globalnews.cabusiness2 days ago
Atlantic Lottery Corporation Accepts $212,025 Penalty for Three Compliance Violations
The Moncton-based lottery operator settled three violations of federal anti-money laundering rules on May 29. It chose not to appeal the administrative penalty issued by Canada's financial intelligence agency.
South China Morning Postai2 days ago
China orders bloggers to stop posting amateur AI typhoon forecasts
State media cautioned that unofficial AI-generated typhoon predictions may violate China's Meteorology Law as Typhoon Bavi approaches eastern provinces. The centralised system restricts public weather alerts to official meteorological stations.
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order-order.comtechnology2 days ago
FCC fines eight companies $25,000 each over drone radio authorizations
The FCC is fining eight companies for failing to respond to inquiries about radio equipment linked to a banned foreign drone maker. The agency also plans to deauthorize one testing laboratory in China.
nypost.comfinance3 days ago
Wall Street Firms Restrict Employee Trading on Prediction Markets
Goldman Sachs has joined other financial firms in limiting how employees can use prediction market platforms. The restrictions address potential conflicts of interest and regulatory concerns.
focustaiwan.twpolitics3 days ago
AFL-CIO Sues Labor Department Over New Union Financial Disclosure Rule
The AFL-CIO filed suit against the U.S. Department of Labor last week challenging a new financial disclosure rule. The federation represents 65 unions and 15 million workers. The lawsuit claims the rule blindsided large unions with sweeping changes.
bleedingcool.combusiness3 days ago
Circle Receives OCC Approval for National Digital-Currency Trust Bank Charter
Circle has received approval to establish a national digital-currency trust bank. The charter supports its stablecoin business and adds institutional custody services under a single federal trust charter. It also places USDC infrastructure under direct federal oversight for the f…
Cnbctechnology3 days agoUpdated
European Commission Directs Meta to Change Facebook and Instagram Features
The regulator issued preliminary findings on July 10 requiring Meta to disable infinite scroll, autoplay, and other design elements by default. Meta faces fines of up to 6 percent of global annual revenue if the findings are confirmed.
order-order.comtechnology3 days ago
Ofcom Draft Rules Require Platforms to Curb Scam Ads, with Fines Possible
Ofcom released proposals requiring services such as YouTube, Instagram and TikTok to act against fraudulent advertisements. More than half of UK adults have encountered potentially fraudulent ads online. Non-compliant firms could face fines of £18 million or 10 percent of global…
news.sky.comworld3 days ago
UK Plans Plain Packaging and Display Rules for Vapes
The government opened a 12-week consultation on measures to limit colorful packaging, branding, and flavors that appeal to children. The proposals follow the Tobacco and Vapes Act and a ban on single-use vapes.
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cointelegraph.combusiness3 days ago
Polymarket Affiliate Seeks License for Margin Trading to U.S. Users
Polymarket's U.S. affiliate applied for a futures commission merchant license to enable margin trading. The move follows Kalshi's clearance in March and comes as prediction market volumes grow rapidly.
ww2.kqed.orgpolitics3 days ago
FCC Opens Review of School Internet Subsidy Program to Address Screen Time
The Federal Communications Commission began a comprehensive examination of the E-Rate program in late June 2026. The review seeks to limit children's screen time on subsidized networks while assessing the program's operations.
automotiveworld.comfinance3 days ago
EU crypto rules take effect as fewer than one in five firms secure licenses
New European Union crypto regulations began on 1 July. Fewer than one in five of the region's 1,200 registered crypto companies obtained required licenses. Officials said the rules aim to curb scams and protect investors.
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investopedia.comworld3 days ago
Alibaba and U.S. Payment Processor Failed for Eight Years to Block Dangerous Drug Sales
CBS News reported that a probe found Alibaba and its U.S. payment processor allowed sales of dangerous drugs, chemicals and pill presses to American buyers despite employee warnings. Public records show compliance failures persisted over eight years.
benzinga.comworld4 days ago
Online Sports Bettors Report Higher Rates of Missed Payments Than In-Person Bettors
A new Urban Institute report released July 9, 2026, found online sports bettors faced steeper financial difficulties than in-person bettors. The survey of more than 320 participants showed higher rates of missed payments and reduced savings among online gamblers.
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upi.compolitics4 days ago
EPA Proposes Easing Some Heavy-Duty Truck Emissions Rules While Increasing Projected Pollution
The Environmental Protection Agency seeks to weaken and delay two provisions on emissions technology warranties and useful life. Agency analysis projects higher nitrogen oxide output from trucks alongside per-engine savings for operators.
order-order.comtechnology4 days ago
Ofcom fines Fapello operator £630,000; site blocks UK visitors
The BBC reported that Ofcom imposed a £630,000 fine on the operator of pornography site Fapello for failing to implement age verification for UK users and for not responding to information requests. The site has since blocked UK visitors. The regulator opened its investigation in…
thewire.inai4 days ago
SpaceXAI Releases Grok 4.5 Model Triple Size of Predecessor
SpaceXAI released Grok 4.5 on Wednesday after completing a record IPO and $60 billion acquisition. Anthropic and OpenAI faced recent restrictions and delays on advanced models. U.S. and Chinese officials are weighing limits on cross-border access to top AI systems.
nypost.comtechnology4 days ago
Kalshi Blocks Most Campaign Staff Trades but One Staffer Completed a Bet on Their Race
Kalshi cross-references Federal Election Commission records to flag and block campaign staffers from trading on their own races. The company reported blocking dozens of attempts since May 2026. At least one operative listed in FEC data placed a trade despite the system.
Ars Technicatechnology5 days ago
Judge Approves $1.5 Million Settlement Between Musk Trust and SEC Over Twitter Disclosure
US District Judge Sparkle Sooknanan approved a settlement resolving claims that Elon Musk failed to disclose a 9 percent stake in Twitter within the required 10 days. The deal requires a trust in Musk's name to pay a civil penalty but imposes no admission of wrongdoing.
finance5 days ago
Polymarket Launches U.S. Marketing Campaign After Four-Year Ban
The prediction market platform has begun a social media and partnership campaign to rebuild its presence in the United States. The effort follows a four-year prohibition and a December launch of a CFTC-supervised mobile app.
csmonitor.comworld5 days ago
Namibia Expected to Exit EU High-Risk Money Laundering List by End of 2026
The European Union plans to remove Namibia from its list of high-risk jurisdictions for money laundering and terrorist financing. The step follows Namibia's completion of required reforms. Domestic vulnerabilities remain according to the country's Financial Intelligence Centre.
insurancejournal.combusiness5 days ago
Severn Trent Water Breached Wastewater Duties but Avoided Fine After £98m Investment
Ofwat found serious breaches of sewer management obligations yet accepted undertakings instead of a fine because the company had already begun fixes. The utility reported a 41 percent drop in storm overflow spills after spending shareholder funds on infrastructure upgrades.
forbes.combusiness5 days ago
Reserve Bank of India Maintains Call to Bar Banks From Crypto After Earlier Ban Was Overturned
The central bank maintains its stance favoring a ban on cryptocurrency holdings and trading by banks. Tax authorities highlight underreporting and tracking difficulties with offshore platforms. Policymakers cite risks of capital outflows amid India's energy import dependence.
Propublicapolitics5 days ago
Washington Medical Commission Sent No Press Releases on Doctor Allegations for Nine Months Despite Legal Requirement
A ProPublica and KUOW review found the Washington Medical Commission often waited months to issue required press releases about formal allegations against doctors, including cases involving sexual misconduct and patient exams.
Yonhapworld5 days ago
South Korea designates eight platforms under revised Network Act
The Korea Media Communications Commission named eight operators subject to new duties on false information. The list includes four domestic firms and four foreign services. The rules took effect the day before the designations.
americanbanker.comfinance6 days ago
Regulators charge North Carolina firm and founder with fraud
A federal agency filed fraud charges against Argent Capital Management and its founder. The complaint alleges the firm raised over $14 million from at least 60 investors through misleading reports and payments resembling a Ponzi scheme.
marketscreener.combusiness6 days ago
Banks explore acquiring network to bypass debit-card fee caps
Several large banks have held talks about purchasing a network owned by a fintech company. The move would allow them to avoid fee limits set by a 2010 law.
opindia.comfinance6 days ago
South Korea Starts Enforcing Law Allowing Damages for Court-Confirmed False Information
South Korea started enforcing a new law Tuesday that permits courts to award up to five times proven losses against news organizations and large social media channels for circulating false or manipulated information. The measure also allows fines up to 1 billion won and requires…
Deadlinebusiness6 days ago
ABC Defends The View Editorial Independence in FCC Filing
ABC filed a response in an FCC public comment proceeding arguing that an investigation into The View violates First Amendment protections. The network cited a 2002 ruling and claimed selective enforcement against television programs. Deadline reported the details of the filing.
winnipegfreepress.comfinance6 days agoUpdated
Utah Revokes License of Provo Canyon School Campus in Springville
The state revoked the operating license effective Monday and ordered all services to end by Aug. 6. Citations dating to 2025 cited staffing failures, unnecessary restraint, neglect and background-check delays.
espn.comworld6 days ago
UK Online Gamblers Face Financial Risk Checks Above £1,000 Daily Spend
The Gambling Commission will require assessments for high-spending online gamblers starting at elevated thresholds before lowering them. The measures draw on credit data to identify financial harm risks without affecting credit scores.
CoinDeskbusiness6 days ago
Coinbase Secures U.K. Approval to Offer Equities and Derivatives
Nasdaq-listed Coinbase received regulatory authorization to provide equities and derivatives trading to U.K. customers alongside its crypto services. The license expands access for institutional traders to perpetual futures and for retail users to equities.
forbes.comfinance6 days ago
Revolut to delist USDT for EEA users by August 31
Revolut announced it will remove USDT trading for users in the European Economic Area by August 31. The move follows similar actions by other platforms to meet MiCA requirements.
livemint.comworld6 days ago
Hong Kong to Raise RMB Lending Quota for Banks to 500 Billion Yuan From July 10
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority will expand its RMB Business Facility quota by 1.5 times and extend loan tenures starting Friday. Regulators also announced plans for a new electronic fixed income and currency trading platform.
Engadgettechnology6 days ago
Four States Seek Up to $1.4 Trillion from Meta in Social-Media Design Lawsuits
Four states seek penalties near Meta's market value in suits alleging misleading claims about Facebook and Instagram safety. Additional cases from 43 states target data practices and local laws.
coindesk.combusiness6 days ago
Nine UK Banks Agree to Ease Basic Account Access After FCA Review
Nine banks and building societies committed to offering basic accounts on the first attempt and simplifying access for customers without fixed addresses or standard identification. The changes follow a Financial Conduct Authority examination of 298 interactions that found 34 perc…
coindesk.combusiness7 days ago
UK Banks Pledge Fixes After FCA Finds One-Third of Basic Account Interactions Poor or Very Poor
The Financial Conduct Authority found around a third of basic bank account interactions rated poor or very poor in a 298-interaction mystery shopping exercise. Nine major banks and building societies have agreed to individual improvement plans and collective commitments to addres…
world7 days ago
Arson attacks target tobacco shops as syndicate demands payments
Firebombings have struck tobacco retailers across Melbourne and regional Victoria in the past two weeks. Police sources say the attacks are linked to demands for monthly cash payments from shop owners, including those selling only legal products.
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theverge.combusiness7 days ago
AT&T Wins FCC Approval to End Landline Obligations in California
The Federal Communications Commission approved AT&T's petition to relinquish carrier-of-last-resort status in California. The decision potentially allows the company to discontinue traditional landline service beginning June 2027. Rural representatives have warned of risks to eme…
business7 days ago
Sberbank Plans Crypto Wallet and Digital Depository by December 2026
Russia's largest bank will add cryptocurrency services to its Sberbank Online and SberInvestments platforms after new legislation takes effect in September. The move follows years of shifting Russian policy on digital assets.
theconversation.compolitics7 days ago
Report Details Over 500 Joint Ventures Between Private Equity and Nonprofit Healthcare Providers
A watchdog group documented more than 500 joint ventures between private equity firms and nonprofit healthcare providers. The report calls for increased government oversight of these arrangements.
cnet.compolitics7 days ago
FCC Requires Early License Renewal Review for ABC Stations After Conservative Petitions
The Guardian reported that several conservative organizations petitioned the FCC to deny renewal of ABC's eight local television station licenses. The filings cite alleged political bias, racial and gender discrimination, and other concerns. The FCC advanced the renewal timeline…
ai7 days ago
FTC Proposes Rules on AI Systems That Alter Outputs Away from User Goals
The Federal Trade Commission issued a policy proposal on July 1, 2026, requiring AI companies to disclose when generative systems prioritize objectives different from user expectations. The measure targets large language models under Section 5 of the FTC Act. Public feedback is o…
nypost.comfinance8 days ago
U.S.-Linked Wallets Led Polymarket Political Trading with $571 Million Despite IP Block
On-chain analysis shows U.S. wallets led all countries in volume on the offshore platform over the past year. Activity concentrated in geopolitics contracts that U.S. venues do not list.
theconversation.combusiness8 days ago
Queensland Reviews Mine Rehabilitation Rules After 12% Rise in Unrehabilitated Land
State officials announced a review of financial requirements for mine cleanup costs. Environmental advocates warned that weaker rules could shift expenses to taxpayers.
abcnews.go.compolitics8 days ago
U.S. Domestic Flights Held on Tarmac for Over Three Hours Rise in 2026
Federal data show 342 domestic flights were held on the tarmac for more than three hours in the first five months of 2026. At the current pace, the year could exceed the 700-plus extended delays recorded in 2025.
Fortuneai9 days ago
Australian Health Department Notes Both Oversight Gaps and Productivity Gains for AI Scribe Tools
The federal health department highlighted limited oversight and consent issues for AI scribes used by doctors. Usage of the tools nearly doubled in Australia between 2024 and 2025. A regulatory review by the Therapeutic Goods Administration is due in coming months.
ZeroHedgebusiness9 days ago
CFPB Orders 450 Remote Employees to Relocate to Washington Headquarters or Resign
Acting Director Russell Vought ordered approximately 450 remote workers to commit to moving to the agency's new headquarters by July 14. Those who agree must report on September 6. Employees who decline or do not respond will be separated from the bureau.
CoinDeskbusiness9 days ago
ESMA clarifies when prediction-market contracts fall under EU binary-options rules
The European Securities and Markets Authority said on July 4 that certain event contracts could breach the bloc's binary options prohibition when sold to retail clients as financial instruments. Firms must evaluate products by their features rather than labels.