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South Korea eliminates Motif Technologies from sovereign AI competition, narrowing field to three
Analysis Aug 18, 2026
South Korea eliminates Motif Technologies from sovereign AI competiti…

South Korea's AI competition highlights the strategic importance of AI in national policy, emphasizing industrial appli…

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Iran isn’t speaking to Trump directly, and Russia and China have made sure it doesn’t have to
Analysis Aug 18, 2026
Iran isn’t speaking to Trump directly, and Russia and China have made…

Iran's reliance on Russia and China for diplomatic strategies may prolong indirect negotiations, affecting US-Iran dipl…

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Anthropic nears $6B deal for Israeli AI startup Decart, creating new billionaires
Analysis Aug 18, 2026
Anthropic nears $6B deal for Israeli AI startup Decart, creating new …

Anthropic's acquisition of Decart could significantly boost its AI capabilities, potentially reshaping market dynamics …

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Dollar weakens as Fed rate hike bets dwindle, Iran tensions rise
Analysis Aug 18, 2026
Dollar weakens as Fed rate hike bets dwindle, Iran tensions rise

The weakening dollar amid reduced Fed rate hike expectations and Iran tensions suggests increased market volatility and…

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‘Fabricated rumors’ about BitMart founder, Binance bStocks dominate: Asia Express
News Article Aug 18, 2026
‘Fabricated rumors’ about BitMart founder, Binance bStocks dominate: …

Binance’s bStocks are the second la

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Oil prices climb, bond yields rise as US-Iran ceasefire ends
Analysis Aug 18, 2026
Oil prices climb, bond yields rise as US-Iran ceasefire ends

Geopolitical tensions may drive inflation and borrowing costs higher, impacting global markets and economic stability a…

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Oman-Iran talks progress on Strait of Hormuz shipping corridor: WSJ
Analysis Aug 18, 2026
Oman-Iran talks progress on Strait of Hormuz shipping corridor: WSJ

The progress in Oman-Iran talks could stabilize global oil trade, easing geopolitical tensions and enhancing economic s…

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China’s premier calls for stabilizing external demand as growth sputters to three-year low
Analysis Aug 18, 2026
China’s premier calls for stabilizing external demand as growth sputt…

China's focus on stabilizing external demand highlights global economic interdependence and potential shifts in trade d…

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US oil reserves fall to lowest level in over 40 years
Analysis Aug 18, 2026
US oil reserves fall to lowest level in over 40 years

The decline in U.S. oil reserves may drive up oil prices, heightening market uncertainty amid global supply concerns an…

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Wall Street indexes fall as oil prices rise amid US-Iran tensions
Analysis Aug 18, 2026
Wall Street indexes fall as oil prices rise amid US-Iran tensions

Investor caution amid geopolitical tensions and rising oil prices may signal broader economic volatility and supply cha…

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Trump warns Iran, Oman amid Strait of Hormuz tensions
Analysis Aug 18, 2026
Trump warns Iran, Oman amid Strait of Hormuz tensions

Rising tensions in the Strait of Hormuz could destabilize global oil markets and further strain US-Iran diplomatic rela…

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Russia threatens UK over alleged use of British drones in Ukraine strikes
Analysis Aug 18, 2026
Russia threatens UK over alleged use of British drones in Ukraine str…

Heightened UK-Russia tensions may escalate the conflict, impacting Ukraine's strategic goals and altering geopolitical …

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