The US Treasury has imposed sanctions on Iranian cryptocurrency exchanges involved in a financing scheme for the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). This action underscores the increasing use of cryptocurrencies in geopolitical conflicts and highlights the need for stronger global regulatory frameworks. Source: Crypto Briefing

An investigation reveals that a Facebook group called 'East Midlands Hare Coursing' hosted illegal hare coursing activities for more than a decade. Criminals used the platform to sell dogs, organize hunts that rip animals to shreds, and coordinate gang invasions of farms where they intimidate owners into allowing these illegal gatherings. Source: Dailymail.com

The U.S. dollar declined by 0.08% following a dovish U.S. CPI report, which reduced expectations for a Federal Reserve rate hike. The currency was also pressured by a drop in the 10-year Treasury note yield, impacting interest rate differentials. Source: Biztoc.com

Astronomers may finally have a clue about the mysterious “little red dots” that populated the early universe. By studying a spiral galaxy nicknamed the “Saguaro,” researchers found a compact, bright red center that closely resembles these distant objects. This discovery could reveal what happens to those enigmatic red dots. Source: Science Daily

In Tuesday's Democratic primary elections in Wisconsin and Minnesota, progressives and moderates face off again as the party decides its future direction after significant losses to Republicans in 2024. The primaries will help shape the big midterm races ahead. Source: Biztoc.com

Marqeta’s second-quarter earnings call on Tuesday, Aug. 4, highlighted embedded finance, multinational issuing, stablecoins, and commercial payments as primary strategic growth initiatives. The company also saw a 90% increase in deal size, reflecting its enterprise push, while overall growth is expected to moderate in the coming period. Source: pymnts.com

An investigation reveals that a Facebook group called 'East Midlands Hare Coursing' hosted illegal hare coursing activities for more than a decade. Criminals used the platform to sell dogs, organize hunts that rip animals to shreds, and coordinate gang invasions of farms where they intimidate owners into allowing these illegal gatherings. Source: Dailymail.com

Christopher Imumolen, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Accord, has declared support for the APC governorship candidate in Osun State, Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji, ahead of Saturday's governorship election. Source: Vanguard