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MARKETS

Cryptocurrency Prices by Market Cap

• The global cryptocurrency market cap today is $3.32 Trillion, a 0.56% increase in the last 24 hours.

• The total crypto market volume over the last 24 hours is $86.31B, which makes a 32.93% increase.

• The total volume in Defi is currently $31.96B, 37.03% of the total crypto market 24-hours.

• The volume of all stablecoins is now $82.32B, which is 95.38% of the total market 24-hour volume.

• Bitcoin’s dominance is currently 64.60%, a decrease of 0.14% over the day.

Metaplanet Buys 1,005 Bitcoin, Plans More With $208M Bond Issue

Tokyo-listed Metaplanet has acquired 1,005 more bitcoin, bringing its total holdings to 13,350 BTC, making it the fifth-largest corporate bitcoin holder globally. The firm also announced a bold new step: issuing $208 million in 0% interest bonds to buy even more. This move follows last week's announcement that Metaplanet is raising $515 million through equity capital to double down on its bitcoin strategy.( Read Deeper )

BUSINESS & FINANCE

Warren Buffett Donates Record $6 Billion In Berkshire Shares

Warren Buffett has donated a record $6 billion in Berkshire Hathaway stock to the Gates Foundation and four family-run charities, marking his largest single-year donation since he began giving away his wealth in 2006. The 94-year-old investing legend gifted 12.36 million Class B shares, bringing his total lifetime donations to over $60 billion. Buffett still holds 13.8% of Berkshire stock, with a net worth exceeding $146 billion even after the donation.

Why It Matters: The $6B gift is a philanthropic milestone, the largest annual donation ever by Buffett. His estate plan cements a family-led giving legacy, with his children deciding how to distribute the posthumous billions. Buffett’s long-term commitment to "giving while living" — and doing so with strategic intent. (Read Deeper)

Nvidia Insiders Cash Out $1B In Stock As AI Frenzy Sends Shares Soaring

Nvidia insiders have sold over $1 billion in stock over the past year — with $500 million offloaded in June alone — as the AI boom catapulted the chipmaker to the world’s most valuable company. CEO Jensen Huang led the wave, selling shares for the first time since September under a pre-arranged trading plan. He could sell up to 6 million shares by year-end, potentially netting over $900 million, though he still holds most of his Nvidia stake. Board members and execs — including Mark Stevens, Jay Puri, Tench Coxe, and Brooke Seawell, have also moved to cash in, collectively selling hundreds of millions in shares.

Takeaways: Nvidia’s market cap has ballooned to $3.8 trillion, up 4x in recent years as global demand for AI chips explodes. But insider sales at this scale may raise fresh questions as the company faces geopolitical risks, export controls, and rising competition from China. (Read Deeper)

TECHNOLOGY & SCIENCE

Trump Says Wealthy Group Ready To Buy TikTok, Awaits China's Approval

In a Fox News interview, President Donald Trump said he’s secured a buyer for TikTok's U.S. operations—a “very wealthy” group he plans to name in the next two weeks. He added that the deal will likely require approval from Chinese President Xi Jinping, but he’s optimistic it’ll go through. The announcement comes as TikTok faces a Sept. 17 deadline for ByteDance to divest its U.S. assets or face a ban under a 2024 law. Trump has already extended the deadline three times, despite earlier threats to shut the app down.

Why It Matters: Trump is personally shaping TikTok’s future, potentially boosting appeal with young voters. China’s reaction will signal how much control it’s willing to cede over a global tech asset. A successful sale could reshape U.S.-China tech decoupling strategy. (Read Deeper)

Tesla Claims First-Ever Driverless Car Delivery, No Driver, No Remote Operator

Tesla says it completed its first fully autonomous vehicle delivery — sending a new Model Y from its Austin Gigafactory to a customer’s apartment without a driver or remote operator. Elon Musk shared a video of the delivery on X, calling it a historic milestone for Tesla’s self-driving ambitions. But critics point out Tesla hasn’t disclosed which version of its FSD tech was used or when this system might reach customers.

Why It Matters: Musk claims it’s the first highway delivery with no human involvement, but Waymo has done similar rides since 2024. The demo comes just days before Tesla is expected to report a 14% drop in Q2 deliveries. Tesla’s FSD system is still under NHTSA review for safety issues, and its robotaxi pilot still uses in-car safety monitors. (Read Deeper)

AROUND DE WORLD & POLITICS

Canada Walks Back Digital Services Tax After Trump Ends Trade Talks

Canada has officially rescinded its controversial digital services tax just hours before it was set to take effect, following a sharp escalation from U.S. President Donald Trump, who cut off all trade talks over the issue. The 3% tax, which would have applied retroactively to 2022 and hit tech giants like Amazon, Meta, and Google, sparked outrage in Washington. Trump’s weekend declaration to “terminate ALL discussions on Trade with Canada” triggered the reversal.

Why It Matters: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said the move was made “in anticipation” of resuming negotiations for a comprehensive economic and security agreement with the U.S. by the July 21, 2025 deadline set at the recent G7 summit. Finance Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne added that this decision will help “reinforce our work to create jobs and build prosperity for all Canadians. (Read Deeper)

Dalai Lama Set To Reveal Succession Framework As China Looms Over Decision

As he approaches his 90th birthday, the 14th Dalai Lama is expected to unveil a long-awaited succession framework during a three-day religious conference of Tibetan Buddhist leaders. With over 100 monks in attendance, and the Chinese government watching closely — his remarks could chart the future of Tibetan Buddhism and defy Beijing’s claims to control the reincarnation process. The spiritual leader has made it clear that Beijing will not choose his successor, hinting the next Dalai Lama may be born outside China, possibly in India, where he has lived in exile since 1959. (Read Deeper)

ENTERTAINMENT & SPORTS

Chelsea Agree £60M Deal For Brighton Star Joao Pedro

Chelsea have agreed a £60 million deal to sign Brighton forward Joao Pedro, continuing their aggressive summer transfer strategy. The 23-year-old Brazilian will sign a seven-year contract and could debut in the FIFA Club World Cup quarterfinal vs. Palmeiras on Friday. Joao Pedro joins after tallying 30 goals and 10 assists in 70 games for Brighton, following a then-record move from Watford. (Read Deeper)

LeBron James Extends Lakers Stay, Set For Record 23rd NBA Season

LeBron James, 40, is officially returning to the Los Angeles Lakers for a record 23rd NBA season, after activating his $53 million player option for the 2025–26 campaign. The four-time NBA champion and all-time leading scorer is now aiming for a fifth title, according to agent Rich Paul, who said James is committed to making the most of his remaining years, while balancing championship aspirations with the team’s long-term rebuild. (Read Deeper)

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