Circle has launched Arc, a Layer-1 blockchain designed to support real-time, programmable transactions for AI agents, aiming to power an autonomous 'agentic economy.' The platform offers sub-second transaction finality and ultra-low fees denominated in USDC stablecoin, making machine-to-machine payments viable. Arc's public testnet launched in October 2025, and its native ARC token raised $222 million in presale funding from major investors including BlackRock and a16z. This move expands Circle's business beyond stablecoin issuance to building foundational infrastructure for AI-driven financial interactions.
Ethereum futures long positions among top traders increased by over 3 percentage points across both USDT- and coin-margined markets, indicating a broad-based shift in short-term sentiment. This rise suggests heightened attention on ETH compared to ot...
NVIDIA announced that leading Japanese companies in robotics and manufacturing are adopting its Cosmos, Isaac, Metropolis, and Jetson platforms to accelerate AI-powered intelligent machines across industries. The new Cosmos 3 Edge model enables real-...
Oil prices are rising sharply due to renewed US naval blockades on Iranian shipping and increased tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical oil transit route. Brent crude is holding above $85 and WTI above $80, with forecasts suggesting WTI could ...
The US government announced it will impose a new 25% tariff on Brazilian ethanol starting next Wednesday, accusing Brazil of unfair trade practices. This tariff excludes major Brazilian exports like oil, beef, coffee, and aircraft parts. The move fol...
Alibaba and Baidu shares rose after Apple received approval from China's Cyberspace Administration to include Apple Intelligence, integrating Alibaba's Qwen AI model and Baidu's AI features into Apple devices in China. This partnership allows users t...
