$21M Crypto Stolen from Japanese Miner SBI Crypto

Japanese crypto mining firm SBI Crypto has suffered a major security breach with approximately $21 million in digital assets stolen from its addresses. Blockchain investigator ZachXBT revealed the funds were laundered through the controversial mixing service Tornado Cash, with indicators pointing to North Korean involvement, marking the latest in a series of devastating crypto thefts that have plagued the industry in early 2024.

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Pfizer Stock Surges 7% on Trump Pricing Deal, 33% Upside Seen

Pfizer shares surged nearly 7% in a single trading session, marking the pharmaceutical giant’s best performance in recent memory following a landmark pricing agreement with the Trump administration. Dubbed ‘TrumpRX,’ the deal has reignited Wall Street interest in the beaten-down stock, with analysts predicting up to 33% additional upside from current levels while maintaining an attractive 6.75% dividend yield that remains well-covered despite the recent rally.

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Trump Fires Fed’s Lisa Cook, Supreme Court Blocks Removal

In a dramatic confrontation over Federal Reserve independence, President Donald Trump fired Governor Lisa Cook on August 25th, claiming she lied on mortgage applications after she refused his demand to resign. Cook immediately filed suit arguing the removal violated Fed independence protections, leading to a Supreme Court intervention that has temporarily blocked Trump’s attempt to immediately oust her from the central bank’s board.

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Rate Cuts Boost Financial Sector: ETF Opportunities

The first interest rate cut of the year presents strategic opportunities for investors to reposition their portfolios. Historical patterns strongly favor the financial sector following such monetary policy shifts. Research from State Street Investment Management confirms this compelling investment thesis, suggesting that further rate reductions could amplify returns as investors position to capture future upside.

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Google Gemini AI: Smart Crypto Research Workflow Guide

Google’s Gemini AI is emerging as a powerful tool for cryptocurrency investors seeking to conduct thorough due diligence. The AI assistant can help organize research, compare tokenomics, and analyze competitive landscapes. However, users must understand it serves as a research tool rather than a financial prediction engine, with research quality depending entirely on the specificity and structure of user prompts.

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UAE Bans Crypto Mining on Farmland, Fines Violators

The Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA) has taken a firm stance against cryptocurrency mining on agricultural land, imposing substantial penalties including a 100,000 AED fine ($27,229) and service suspensions for violators. This regulatory action represents a significant move to protect farmland from non-agricultural activities that conflict with the UAE’s sustainability objectives and existing land use provisions, marking one of the first direct interventions against crypto mining operations in the region.

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