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CoinDeskbusiness4 hrs 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.
Japan Timesworld4 hrs ago
KDDI to Study AI Drone Use in Vietnam and Philippines
KDDI and its joint venture will assess artificial intelligence drones for disaster prevention and infrastructure inspection. The study will examine technical and regulatory conditions in the two countries.
South China Morning Postworld6 hrs 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.
Yonhapworld8 hrs ago
Naver Launches Npay Startup Platform to Link Investors with Ventures
Naver Corp. introduced Npay Startup on July 7 to connect brokerages and venture capital firms with local startups. The project was developed jointly with South Korean regulators and the Ministry of SMEs and Startups.
theconversation.comscience8 hrs ago
EU Regulator Approves Fibre Additive for Use in Foods
The European Food Safety Authority has approved inulin-propionate ester as safe to eat. The fibre could appear in breads, smoothies and cereals in the EU within a year.
Fortuneai9 hrs ago
Virtual Assets Regulator Says AI Adoption in Finance Depends on Regulatory Modernization
The chief executive of Dubai's Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority stated that financial oversight infrastructure will determine how quickly artificial intelligence transforms the sector. Jurisdictions maintaining paper-based systems risk being bypassed as tokenization expands in…
news.sky.compolitics9 hrs ago
Israel's Supreme Court Justices Criticize Government Over Broadcast Regulator Ruling
Sitting justices on July 7, 2026, publicly faulted the government for refusing to follow a court order on the broadcast regulator. All living former court presidents joined ex-defense officials in warning of a constitutional crisis.
The Sydney Morning Heraldbusiness21 hrs ago
Australian Regulator Cancels Capital Guard Financial License
ASIC cancelled the Australian Financial Services License held by Capital Guard after finding the firm used fake documents to obtain investor funds. The company had presented a Sydney Harbour address while its sole director lived in Melbourne.
Deadlinebusiness22 hrs ago
Sky to Acquire ITV for £1.6 Billion in Deal Expected to Close in 2028
Sky plans to buy ITV for £1.6 billion, creating the United Kingdom's largest commercial broadcaster. The companies expect regulatory review to last up to 18 months before the transaction can close.
forbes.comworld1 day ago
Citadel Securities Seeks to Join Rival Susquehanna’s Insider-Trading Lawsuit, Claims $28 Million Loss
Citadel Securities filed a motion to join a suit brought by rival Susquehanna over alleged options trading ahead of a Chinese regulatory action. The firm reported $28 million in losses from the scheme.
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forbes.combusiness1 day ago
EasyJet Backs £5.5 Billion Castlelake Takeover; Shares Reach Four-Year High
EasyJet agreed in principle on July 5 to a £6.90-per-share offer from Castlelake that values the airline at £5.5 billion. Shares closed at £6.14 on July 6 after rising 10 percent, still below the bid price amid regulatory concerns.
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livemint.comworld1 day ago
ITV Sells Broadcast Channels and ITVX to Sky for £1.6 Billion but Keeps Studios as Standalone Business
ITV agreed to sell its broadcast channels and ITVX streaming service to Sky for £1.6 billion. The deal, announced July 6, excludes ITV Studios and remains subject to regulatory approval.
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benzinga.combusiness1 day ago
Susquehanna Seeks Names of Traders Who Profited From June China Brokerage Crackdown
Susquehanna is pursuing legal action to identify individuals it alleges made at least $100 million trading on nonpublic information about a Chinese government crackdown on cross-border brokerages last month. The move targets alleged insider trading tied to the June regulatory act…
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nbcnews.compolitics1 day ago
Israeli Cabinet Votes to Disregard High Court Order on Broadcast Regulator
The cabinet unanimously decided not to recognize rulings from the Second Authority for Television and Radio. The move directly contravenes a prior court directive to keep the regulator operational after multiple resignations.
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cnbc.combusiness1 day agoUpdated
EasyJet agrees in principle to Castlelake takeover but deal still needs regulatory approval
EasyJet said it intends to accept a £5.5 billion offer from U.S. firm Castlelake that would take the airline private at £6.90 per share. The agreement follows multiple rejected bids and comes after two profit warnings this year.
news.sky.comworld2 days ago
Israeli Government Says It Will Ignore Supreme Court Order on Media Regulator
The government announced it will disregard a Supreme Court decision blocking new members of a media regulator from meeting. The court issued the order after hearing arguments that the appointments were political.
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cnbc.combusiness2 days ago
House Bill on Data Center Electricity Costs Moves Forward with Voluntary Measures
A bipartisan bill intended to address rising electricity prices from data centers advanced through a House subcommittee in mid-June. The legislation includes voluntary provisions for state utility regulators and measures to accelerate data center construction.
freepressjournal.inworld2 days ago
Israeli Government Says It Will Not Recognize Media Regulator Decisions
The government approved a proposal stating it will disregard rulings by the Second Authority Council if the body lacks the required legal quorum. The move follows appointments made under a communications reform measure.
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Fortuneai2 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.
nbcnews.compolitics3 days ago
President Issues Pardons for Emissions and Fraud Convictions
The president signed pardons for six people convicted of Clean Air Act violations and two additional individuals with prior fraud and unspecified convictions. The White House said the actions address regulatory enforcement and post-conviction conduct.
pcgamesn.compolitics3 days ago
President Trump Reported Roblox Stock Trades in 2025 Disclosures
President Donald Trump disclosed 12 purchases and eight sales of Roblox shares last year along with small gains. The filings coincide with lawsuits from seven states and other regulatory actions against the platform.
Yonhapworld3 days ago
South Korean ruling party expresses regret over U.S. House report on Coupang
The ruling party said a congressional report distorted government actions toward Coupang and other U.S. firms. Officials also urged the company to address its data breach rather than shift focus to regulators.
forbes.comworld3 days ago
ASIC Report Finds Gaps in Superannuation Platform Fee Caps and Advice Checks
Australia's financial regulator reviewed six large platform trustees holding $400 billion in retirement savings. The review identified shortfalls in fee caps, document sampling, and behavior monitoring. Commissioner Simone Constant discussed the findings in a public interview.
nbcnews.compolitics3 days ago
President Trump Signs Pardons Ending Emissions and Clean Air Prosecutions
President Trump is issuing pardons and clemency actions focused on emissions and clean air enforcement. The moves target Biden-era regulatory prosecutions and mark the start of a wider clemency effort.
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americanbanker.combusiness4 days ago
U.S. Antitrust Regulators Tell States to Watch Oil Markets for Price-Fixing
Justice Department and Federal Trade Commission officials said Friday they are watching oil markets for potential price-fixing or monopolization. They sent a letter to state attorneys general noting that volatility does not suspend antitrust or consumer protection laws.
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The Independentfinance4 days ago
German Firm Renk Agrees to Buy UK Naval Supplier David Brown Defence
Renk Group reached an agreement to acquire David Brown Defence from its parent company. The deal is expected to close in the final quarter of 2026 after regulatory approvals.
cnbc.combusiness4 days ago
Unitree Robotics Gets CSRC Approval for Shanghai IPO Targeting 42 Billion Yuan Valuation
The Hangzhou-based robotics firm cleared regulatory hurdles for a listing expected as soon as late July. It plans to raise 4.2 billion yuan through the sale of at least 40.4 million shares.
Rapplerworld4 days ago
Transportation agency partners with GCash to deliver fuel subsidy to public transport drivers
The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board has begun sending fuel assistance directly to verified drivers through their GCash accounts. The program removes the need for in-person collection and aims to speed delivery amid higher global fuel prices.
benzinga.combusiness4 days ago
Binance Withdraws MiCA License Application in Greece Days Before Deadline After Regulators Flag Compliance Issues
The exchange halted some services and new EU registrations after pulling its Greek application. Head of Europe Gillian Lynch defended compliance efforts and said the firm remains committed to the region.
The Hillpolitics4 days ago
EPA Issues Draft Guidance on PFAS in Sewage Sludge
The Environmental Protection Agency released a draft document this week that critiques a prior administration's risk assessment on PFAS in sewage sludge applied to farmland. The new guidance offers voluntary recommendations instead of regulatory restrictions.
conservativehome.compolitics4 days ago
Childcare provider loses funding after safety breaches at two centres
A family day care provider had its Commonwealth funding cancelled after regulators found serious safety breaches at two locations. The provider is appealing the decision, and its educators plan to re-register with other services.
dailywire.comworld5 days ago
Justice Department Probes $100 Million Options Trades Ahead of China Brokerage Crackdown
The Justice Department is examining Susquehanna allegations that unknown traders earned $100 million from options positions placed ahead of a Chinese regulatory crackdown on cross-border brokerages. The review relies on information from people familiar with the matter.
Semaforworld5 days ago
Gavi to Begin First Payouts from $1.2 Billion African Vaccine Program
The global vaccine alliance will disburse initial funds to an African manufacturer in the second half of 2026. The payments mark the shift from factory construction to securing buyers and regulatory approvals.
The Independentworld5 days ago
India Plans Mission to Recover Body Known as Green Boots from Everest
India announced plans last month to retrieve the remains of a climber who died on Mount Everest in 1996. The body, nicknamed Green Boots, lies on the mountain's north side in the death zone. Recovery operations face technical, logistical, and regulatory challenges.
world5 days ago
South Korean Financial Regulator Meets Crypto Exchange Heads, Urges Stronger Controls
Lee Chan-jin, governor of the Financial Supervisory Service, met with 15 virtual asset exchange operators on July 2. He called for improved internal controls, monitoring systems and IT infrastructure to address a market slump caused by recent accidents.
Yonhapworld5 days ago
Government to Review Drone Rules for Wildfire Response
Officials will examine changes to current drone regulations that limit the use of large unmanned aircraft in fighting wildfires. The review is one of three regulatory sandbox projects selected for the first half of the year.
technology6 days ago
South Korean regulators ordered U.S. retailer to recover laptop from Chinese river
A House Judiciary Committee report details how South Korean officials directed Coupang to retrieve a device from a Shanghai river after a data breach. The company faced multiple investigations and a $410 million fine.
theverge.compolitics6 days ago
EU Tech Regulator Signs U.S. Supply-Chain Pact While Advancing Sovereignty Plan
Roberto Viola, the European Commission’s chief tech regulator, signed the EU onto the Trump administration’s Pax Silica initiative during a visit to Washington last week. He also outlined a June 3 package aimed at expanding European capacity in semiconductors, cloud computing, an…
abcnews.go.comfinance6 days ago
Paramount Offers Remedies to EU Antitrust Regulators for Warner Bros Deal
Paramount has submitted proposed remedies to European Union antitrust regulators in an effort to obtain approval for its planned acquisition of Warner Bros. The proposals address competition concerns raised during the regulatory review.
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thenextweb.comworld6 days ago
South Korean regulator says Google abused position in Android app store
South Korea's trade watchdog stated that Google abused its position in the Android app store. The regulator said the company restricted competition through certain developer programs. No specific penalties have been announced.
theregister.combusiness6 days ago
UK Regulator Fast-Tracks Review of Nexfibre's Proposed Takeover of Netomnia Owner
The Competition and Markets Authority will accelerate its assessment of a potential Phase 2 investigation into the deal announced in February. Nexfibre, a joint venture of Liberty Global, Telefónica and InfraVia, seeks to combine its network with Netomnia.
abcnews.go.comworld6 days ago
Chubu Electric continued data misrepresentation on quake risk after regulator probe began
The company used an alternate calculation method that produced lower seismic estimates than those submitted to the Nuclear Regulation Authority. The practice continued after hearings opened in May 2025 and affected 69 of 225 data sets under review.
winnipegfreepress.compolitics6 days ago
Uganda opposition leader accuses government of abductions and media closures; regulator says it will investigate
Joel Ssenyonyi told newly elected MPs on 30 June 2026 that security agencies abducted suspects and held them without trial while media outlets faced arbitrary shutdowns. He cited the arrest of former minister Miria Matembe and the suspension of Nation Media Group stations as exam…
news.sky.comscience6 days ago
NHS Draft Guidance Recommends Annual Checks for Women with PMOS
Health regulator NICE issued draft guidance on 1 July 2026 advising annual NHS reviews for women diagnosed with polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome. The condition, renamed in May, affects an estimated three to four million women in the UK.
bloombergquint.combusiness6 days agoUpdated
Getty Images to End Shutterstock Merger After U.K. Regulator Requires Sale of Editorial Business
Getty Images plans to end its merger agreement with Shutterstock after July 6 following a U.K. regulator requirement that Shutterstock sell its editorial business. The company disclosed the move in a regulatory filing and said its board intends to redeem 10.5% senior secured note…
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Semaforbusiness6 days ago
Susquehanna Investment Group Sues 100 Defendants Over Alleged Insider Trades
The Pennsylvania-based firm seeks to recover more than $70 million after options trades placed before a Chinese regulatory crackdown on three Nasdaq-listed brokers. Semafor reported the suit names unnamed defendants who allegedly profited at least $100 million.
chicagoreader.compolitics6 days ago
Supreme Court Overrules 1935 Precedent on Presidential Removal of Agency Officials
The Supreme Court ruled that the president may remove members of the Federal Trade Commission and other regulatory commissions for any reason. The decision overturned a unanimous 1935 ruling that had protected commissioners from removal without cause.
news.sky.comfinance7 days ago
UK regulator examines app payment practices at two U.S. firms
Futures indexes opened modestly higher ahead of the trading session. Two technology companies moved on separate regulatory and earnings developments.
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ndtv.compolitics7 days ago
Trump Directs EPA to Clarify Emissions Repair Rules
A June 29 presidential memorandum instructs federal regulators to issue guidance within 30 days on what emissions-related repairs individuals may perform. The order targets Clean Air Act provisions that currently limit certain repairs.
news.sky.comfinance7 days ago
German Media Group Completes £575m Takeover of Telegraph
Axel Springer has finalized its purchase of Telegraph Media Group after receiving regulatory approvals in the UK, Ireland and Austria. The deal ends three years of ownership uncertainty that began with the Barclay family's loss of control in 2023.
crowdfundinsider.comfinance7 days ago
UK regulator completes crypto rules on capital, market abuse and stablecoins
The framework sets capital requirements, market abuse rules and stablecoin standards. Firms must obtain authorization by October 2027.
nypost.combusiness7 days ago
Australian regulator sues Amazon over Prime Video ad terms
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission filed suit against Amazon on Monday, alleging five contract terms allowed unilateral changes to Prime subscriptions. The action claims more than one million Australian customers signed agreements containing those terms before ads…
business7 days ago
Comcast to Spin Off NBCUniversal and Sky After Years of Stock Weakness
Comcast announced on June 29, 2026, that it will separate NBCUniversal and Sky into a new publicly traded media company. The spinoff process is expected to take about one year and requires regulatory and board approvals. Shares rose between 17% and 24% in pre-market trading.
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CoinDeskfinance8 days ago
White House to Meet Law Enforcement Groups on Crypto Clarity Act
The White House invited law enforcement organizations to a Monday meeting to address objections to illicit-finance provisions in the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act. The session targets section 604 of the bill, known as the Blockchain Regulatory Certainty Act.
business8 days ago
Comcast Plans to Split into Two Public Companies, Separating Broadband Services from NBCUniversal and Sky
Comcast announced Monday it will separate into two publicly traded companies through a tax-free spin-off of NBCUniversal and Sky. The Philadelphia-based parent will focus on broadband services while shareholders receive stakes in both resulting entities. The transaction is expect…
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Panel urges easing data center building rules for AI growth
A government regulatory reform panel called for changes to building standards that currently restrict lithium-ion battery installations in data centers. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said the government would advance regulatory updates suited to the AI era.
finance8 days ago
Nigeria Fuel Regulator Tells Sellers to Maintain Prices
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission said it found only marginal price cuts at pumps despite lower global crude prices. The commission stated it will investigate any evidence of anti-competitive conduct. Petrol import costs fell to N983.92 per litre while ma…
Forbestechnology8 days ago
Samsung Confirms Galaxy Z Fold 8 Series in Filings but Omits Privacy Screen Found on S26 Ultra
Samsung confirmed its Galaxy Z Fold 8 series through regulatory filings this week. A tipster reported that the models will omit the privacy display present on the Galaxy S26 Ultra. Samsung Unpacked is set for next month.
nationalobserver.comworld9 days ago
Nova Scotia Regulator Clears Bidders for First Offshore Wind Projects
The Canada-Nova Scotia Offshore Energy Regulator named five companies and two groups qualified to bid on seabed licences. A formal call for bids will be issued later this year.
thehindu.comworld9 days ago
Pakistan Media Regulator Suspends Geo News Channel for 15 Days
A Pakistani media regulator suspended the Geo News television channel for 15 days after determining that a religious broadcast contained offensive content. The decision follows a review of the program by the authority.