Author: Anthony M. Orbison

Banking giant DBS is set to launch crypto options and structured notes for institutional and accredited clients, becoming the first Asian bank to offer such products. Singapore-based DBS Bank announced plans to introduce over-the-counter cryptocurrency options trading and structured notes for eligible institutional investors and accredited wealth clients starting in Q4 2024. In a Sept. 17 press release, the bank said the move positions it as the first financial lender in Asia to offer financial products linked to the value of Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH). DBS group head of trading and structuring Jacky Tai says the move comes as…

Unlock the Editor’s Digest for freeRoula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter.Israeli forces wounded two UN soldiers on Friday, the second consecutive day that peacekeepers have been hit as Israel continues it offensive against Hizbollah in southern Lebanon. The strikes on the UN force deployed along Israel and Lebanon’s de facto border have drawn international condemnation, and come 10 days after Israeli forces invaded the south of the country and stepped up its military assault.US defence secretary Lloyd Austin urged Israel to ensure the safety of the UN peacekeepers in a call with…

During a hurricane or any period of uncertainty and danger, most people put aside their petty grievances and worry about the important things. They come together and show genuine concern for one another.In the cruise world, that means people stop worrying about whether someone in the main dining room is wearing the right outfit, and they legitimately pray that others make it through safely. That’s one of the small glimmers of light during an otherwise terrible situation.Related: Carnival Cruise Line enforces a little-known adult beverage ruleAs cruisers have spent the past few days worried about whether their homes emerged intact…

Blockchain security firm Scam Sniffer reported that a crypto whale’s address was drained of 15,079 fwDETH, worth approximately $36 million, in a phishing scam.Data from Arkham Intelligence suggest that the phished address might be linked to the venture firm Continue Capital. The firm has yet to comment on the incidentMeanwhile, Yu Xian, the founder of blockchain security firm SlowMist, linked the attack to the Angel Drainer phishing group, a known provider of “draining-as-a-service” (DAAS).Typically, wallet drainers supply scammers with phishing tools like fake social media accounts, websites, and others in return for a share of the stolen funds. In 2023,…

The America we aspire to is built on the principle that everyone has a voice in shaping the future of our nation. Voting is not only a civic duty but also the most direct way to shape the country’s future. Yet, in a system where the president is determined by the Electoral College, many feel the popular vote doesn’t matter. I’m here to tell you—it absolutely does. Having spent my career advising leaders in the private, public, and civil society sectors, I’ve witnessed how executives and officials who command the confidence of their stakeholders achieve remarkable results. As the saying…

(Reuters) – Mattel (NASDAQ:) is recalling all models of its Fisher-Price Snuga infant swings after five deaths were reported from suffocation hazards between 2012 and 2022, the U.S. consumer protection authority and the toymaker said on Thursday. The Snuga Swing, targeted at infants of up to nine months of age, has both front-to-back and side-to-side motions and comes in 21 different models. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) said the swing should never be used for sleep and bedding materials such as blankets should not be added to it as they could increase the risk of suffocation. “Consumers should immediately…

Este artículo también está disponible en español. Ethereum is at a pivotal moment after failing to break above the $2,500 mark on Monday. With the entire crypto market anticipating a potential rally, Ethereum investors carefully watch for any signs of strength within the network. However, growing concerns about a possible deeper correction loom over the market. Related Reading Key metrics from IntoTheBlock indicate that if Ethereum breaks below the $2,300 level, a significant sell-off could follow, increasing pressure on the price. This has created a tense atmosphere among traders and investors as they wait for a clear confirmation that Ethereum…

Tesla (TSLA) stock fell during morning trading on Friday, after its highly-anticipated robotaxi reveal failed to impress investors.The electric vehicle maker’s shares were down around 7.5% on Friday morning after being down about 6% during pre-market trading. Its shares closed down almost 1% Thursday before the event.Tesla chief executive Elon Musk unveiled the company’s Cybercab self-driving car prototype on Thursday night. The robotaxi is expected to be the EV maker’s first car that is capable of autonomous driving. While Tesla offers driving assistance software for self-driving, the vehicles still require a driver.Tesla expects the Cybercab to eventually be available for…

Royal Caribbean knows how to make people happy. It has mastered building the cruise ships people want that take them to destinations they’re happy to be in.And while the cruise line has said it plans to eventually build some smaller ships to replace its aging hardware in that area, that’s not the company’s core business. Royal Caribbean builds mega-ships where the ship is the destination. Related: Royal Caribbean makes a key onboard package bigger and betterNobody spends the money to board its newest ships Icon of the Seas and Utopia of the Seas because they stop in Nassau. They’re paying a…

Este artículo también está disponible en español. Crypto analyst Egrag has provided an historical analysis of the weekly XRP price chart, suggesting that the cryptocurrency is entering “uncharted territory.” Utilizing historical data and focusing on critical technical indicators. Egrag highlights significant shifts in XRP’s trading behavior, emphasizing the exhaustion felt by the XRP community during this prolonged cycle. “This cycle has been extremely exhausting and super manipulative, especially when it comes to XRP. But don’t lose hope!” he states. Why XRP Is In Uncharted Territory Central to Egrag’s analysis are two key indicators plotted on a weekly scale: the 21-week…