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US stocks retreat on AI warnings as oil prices, bond yields rise
Wall Street stocks fell Monday on weakness in tech shares after leading artificial intelligence executives said advances should be slowed, as markets also contended with higher oil prices and Treasury bond yields.
US invites Venezuela to G20 energy summit
A Venezuelan delegation will participate in this week's G20 energy meetings in Texas, US officials said Monday, as the world grapples with soaring energy prices driven by the Middle East war.
New York seizes 12 celeb deep-fake porn sites
Authorities in New York announced Monday the seizure of a dozen prominent websites hosting pornographic celebrity deep-fakes that featured politicians and actors.
Russian attacks on Ukraine railways escalating every week: rail CEO to AFP
Russian strikes on Ukraine's rail network are worsening every week, the CEO of the state operator told AFP on Monday, after one attack hit a train used by diplomats near the Polish border.
France, Iraq deepen energy, defence ties during Zaidi visit
France and Iraq on Monday called for a "diversification of export routes" for oil and gas in the Middle East in response to the instability generated by the conflict between the United States and Iran, following talks in Paris.
Alarm over AI grows as divided US Congress struggles to act
The US Congress returned from recess Monday facing urgent warnings that artificial intelligence could spin dangerously out of control -- and little agreement over whether, or how, Washington should intervene.
PopDEX Surpasses $61M TVL and $2B Trading Volume in Closed Beta
PopDEX a trader-first perpetual decentralized exchange, has surpassed $61 million in total value locked (TVL) and $2 billion in cumulative trading volume during its Closed Beta, as the perpetual decentralized exchange builds early traction ahead of broader market expansion. The platform now supports 66 trading pairs spanning major cryptocurrencies, RWA-related markets, and emerging assets.
Nigeria's Dangote refinery launches continent's biggest IPO
Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote on Monday launched what is slated to be Africa's biggest initial public offering (IPO), aiming to raise $1.6 billion to partly expand his mega oil refinery into the world's largest.
Trump blasts 'sick conspiracy' against AI as warnings mount
US President Donald Trump on Monday attacked what he called a "sick conspiracy" against artificial intelligence, dismissing calls for guardrails despite warnings that it threatens humankind.
Slow the AI race? Investors weigh the potential cost
Calls to rein in the development of ever more powerful AI models are fuelling fears over the massive capital outlays in the sector -- and the prospect that profits from the promised revolution might not be enough to cover them.
French defence group Thales calls on governments to regulate AI
The head of French defence and technology group Thales called on governments Monday to take responsibility for regulating artificial intelligence, as more tech leaders sound the alarm over the technology's rapid rise.
Germany seeks guarantees from Italy's UniCredit over Commerzbank takeover
Germany's finance minister was due on Monday to meet the UniCredit CEO to seek guarantees over the future of Commerzbank, as the Italian lender gears up to complete a takeover of its German rival.
Oil gains on Mideast supply fears, AI warnings rattle tech firms
Oil prices jumped on Monday as Saudi Arabia closed a key pipeline amid the Middle East war, fuelling worries about high inflation that is set to push the US Federal Reserve into hiking interest rates this week.
Ozempic-maker Novo Nordisk slims down to 'Novo'
Danish pharmaceuticals giant Novo Nordisk, maker of weight-loss drugs Ozempic and Wegovy, announced Monday a name change to just Novo, hoping it will be more "memorable and relevant" for clients.
STARCARES-Renovated Court In Thailand Grows Into a Shared Space for School and Community
STARCARES announced the completion of its sports court renovation project at Ban Nam Lat School in Sukhothai, Thailand, providing students and nearby residents with an improved, multi-use space for physical education, sports, and community activities. The renovated court now serves the school during weekdays and opens to local residents after hours and on weekends.
J-VISIONS Vol. 4 Now Online: Read English Articles on Japanese Corporate IR
J-VISiONS, a cross-media publication launched by Edit Inc. for investors and corporate management, features in its 2026 Autumn issue. Kaname Capital, a Japan equities-focused activist investor; and Seven Bank, Japan's first retailer-founded financial institution
Synapse Analytics Secures US$13m Led by Partech to Drive AI-Powered Decisioning for Financial Institutions
Synapse’s agentic decisioning platform empowers regulated financial institutions to take ownership of their credit and risk processes, enabling them to build, simulate, version and deploy risk policies The funding round was led by global investment platform Partech bringing the expertise, networks and scale-up support to accelerate Synapse Analytics’ development and global expansion
Tech firms hit by AI slowdown call with Fed expected to hike rates
Tech firms tumbled Monday after leaders of companies at the forefront of the AI boom backed calls for a slowdown in development in the sector amid warnings that it could pose a threat to humanity.
US hosts G20 'energy abundance' talks amid Iran war shock
The United States on Monday kicks off a set of G20 meetings touting "energy abundance," even as President Donald Trump's war against Iran continues to disrupt global fuel markets.
Migrant workers flock to Indian Kashmir despite militant threats
Every spring, mason Mohammad Ghulam Sarwar boards a train to Indian Kashmir, seeking higher wages despite the risk of being targeted by militants in the disputed Himalayan region.
Russia's Stalin-admiring provincial leader waging an ultra-conservative crusade
An ex-kickboxer preaching Orthodox traditions who has effectively banned abortion and declared war on alcohol: ultra-conservative governor Georgy Filimonov is the face of Vladimir Putin's rule in Russia's Vologda region.
Canada's Carney seeks closer Europe ties to counter hostile US
Prime Minister Mark Carney calls Canada "the most European of non-European countries," and while formal EU membership may be tricky, he is pursuing unprecedented closeness with the bloc to reduce dependence on a hostile United States.
Dozens arrested in major anti-LGBTQ raids in Turkey
Turkish police on Sunday swooped on gay bars and the homes of LGBTQ activists, arresting at least 60 people in raids authorities said were aimed at boosting traditional family values, officials and activists said.
Leftwing opposition seen leading Sweden election, far-right losing ground
Sweden's left-wing parties led in Sunday's general election, according to two exit polls published after voting ended, with the far-right seen losing ground.
Poland, Ukraine slam Russian strikes near border as 'escalation'
Poland and Ukraine on Sunday denounced Russian strikes close to the Polish border, including on a Warsaw-bound train and near a frontier checkpoint -- as an "escalation" in the war.
iPhone 18預購後出現可疑扣款 四間銀行調查未授權交易
iPhone 18 Pro系列開放預購後，多名網民表示未成功購機卻收到信用卡扣款通知。滙豐、恒生、渣打及中銀表示會調查受影響客戶的交易，並在適用情況下啟動退單程序。
اليورو يستقر في البنوك المصرية وأعلى سعر للبيع 59.85 جنيه
استقرت أسعار اليورو في البنوك المصرية في بداية تعاملات الأحد 13 سبتمبر 2026، وسجل مصرف أبوظبي الإسلامي أعلى سعر للبيع عند 59.85 جنيه، وسط ترقب قرار الفائدة الأميركي الأربعاء المقبل.
ستاندرد آند بورز تثبت تصنيف السعودية عند A+
أبقت الوكالة النظرة المستقبلية مستقرة، مستندة إلى مرونة الاقتصاد وقدرات تصدير الطاقة.
Lights out in Laos as electricity exports surge
Isolated, under-developed Laos brands itself the "Battery of Southeast Asia", powering its neighbours with dozens of hydroelectric plants, but frequent power outages leave its own people in the dark.
Venezuelans outside Caracas say capital not sharing blackout burden
Josner Herrera is sick and tired of dealing with daily power cuts, especially when her part of western Venezuela produces a fair bit of electricity.
BRICS nations urge 'maximum restraint' in Middle East war
Members of the 11-nation BRICS group including China, Russia, Iran and India called for calm in the Middle East at a summit in New Delhi on Saturday, overcoming earlier divisions to issue a joint statement.
Quebec Brokerage Qubit Insurance Announces New Data on Coverage Shortfalls as Rebuilding Costs Rise
Qubit Insurance, an independent, AMF-licensed brokerage serving clients across Quebec, has revealed that a significant portion of Quebec homeowners may be underinsured due to rising construction costs. In a recent review of 1,200 new client policies, the brokerage found that 38% were underinsured relative to current rebuilding costs by an average of 16%.