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CFTC sues 3 states in bid to redefine crypto prediction markets as federal products
Washington has escalated its fight with states over prediction markets, launching lawsuits that could decide whether these platforms operate as national financial products or state-regulated gambling. The outcome will determine if sports contracts can scale or get forced back into local licensing regimes. On Apr. 2, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) sued Arizona, Connecticut
How states are testing ICE resistance strategies
While Congress is at a virtual stand-still on ICE reforms, state governments are working to put guardrails on federal immigration enforcement.Why it matters: State lawmakers across the country are testing the extent to which they can counter President Trump's immigration blitz. It's already leading to legal fights.Driving the news: During this year's legislative sessions in
States sue HHS over youth gender-affirming care declaration
Nineteen states and the District of Columbia have sued the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, its Secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and its inspector general over a declaration that could complicate access to gender-affirming care for young people.…
States Are Reporting Record-High Flu Infections; Here’s What You Need To Know
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Poor states hosting refugees could start shutting borders, warns NGO
GENEVA, Dec 2 - Developing countries which host most of the world's refugees could close their borders if Western states persist with aid cuts, the head of the Danish Refugee Council warned on Tuesday...
United States 0-2 South Korea: Son haunts former boss Pochettino
Son Heung-min scored and assisted as South Korea earned a 2-0 friendly victory over the United States at Sports Illustrated Stadium. Playing in their first match since their Concacaf Gold Cup final defeat to Mexico, the USA struggled to match their opponents. Sebastian Berhalter and Lee Dong-Gyeong both saw an early chance apiece saved, before
States are rolling out red carpets for data centers. But some lawmakers are pushing back
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — The explosive growth of the data centers needed to power America’s fast-rising demand for artificial intelligence and cloud computing platforms has spurred states to dangle incentives in hopes of landing an economic bonanza, but it’s also eliciting pushback from lawmakers and communities...
Dozens of states sue to block the sale of 23andMe personal genetic data
A 23andMe saliva collection kit is shown on March 25, 2025, in Oakland, Calif. Barbara Ortutay/AP hide caption toggle caption Barbara Ortutay/AP PORTLAND, Ore. — Twenty-seven states and the District of Columbia on Monday filed a lawsuit in bankruptcy court seeking to block the sale of personal genetic data by 23andMe without customer consent. The
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Madison Square Garden Sues Wired for Defamation Over Coverage of Leaked Celebrity Database
Photo Credit: Andrew Nyr / CC by 4.0 Madison Square Garden is filing a defamation suit against Wired for alleged defamation over the outlet’s coverage of the leaked MSG celebrity database. Madison Square Garden Entertainment is suing Advance Magazine Publishers, the publisher of Wired, over the outlet’s coverage of a leaked MSG database containing the
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RugOne Xlink 7 review: A sophisticated rugged 4G walkie-talkie for populated wilderness, but not truly remote regions
TechRadar Verdict I can’t fault the execution of the RugOne Xlink 7, because the device ticks all the boxes for toughness and reliable communications. My issue is with 4G comms, which, by definition, make this device unsuitable for remote locations. Pros + Rugged and compact + Global 4G group calling + Impressive accessory bundle +
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Interview: Dan Cherowbrier, CTO, Formula E
Lots of digital leaders must keep multiple plates spinning. After all, being a successful technology chief in the modern era means ensuring nothing falls crashing to the floor. Yet for Dan Cherowbrier, chief technology officer (CTO) at Formula E, the number of plates is bewildering. “It’s the most unique job you could ever imagine, because
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NatWest signs up to quantum trial for fraud detection
The retail bank is one of 11 organisations testing quantum technologies as part of Digital Catapult’s quantum technology access programme By Cliff Saran, Managing Editor Published: 17 Jul 2026 12:05 Eleven organisations, including NatWest, have joined Digital Catapult’s Quantum Technology Access Programme (QTAP), delivered in collaboration with the National Quantum Computing Centre’s (NQCC) SparQ programme.
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Bitcoin reclaiming its $69,000 holder cost basis could open XRP’s path to $1.26
Bitcoin’s move toward $69,000 would put XRP near $1.20, with renewed strength against BTC opening a path toward $1.26. Jul. 17, 2026 at 11:35 am GMT 3 min read Glassnode says Bitcoin’s $69,000 short-term holder cost basis is the next recovery test for the market and XRP. If Bitcoin reclaims it, XRP could hold near