New Furniture Tariffs Announced by President Trump In a notable development on the global trade front, President Donald Trump has announced that the United States will be imposing new tariffs on furniture imports. The president made the announcement via his Truth Social platform, stating that furniture coming from other countries would be “tariffed at a…
A Decline in Presidential Approval U.S. President Donald Trump’s approval rating has fallen to the lowest level recorded during his second term in office, according to a recent Pew Research Center poll. The poll, which surveyed 3,554 U.S. adults in August 2025, found that Trump’s approval rating is now at 38%. This marks a nine…
Ripple’s $3 Million Bet on Doppler Ripple has made headlines once again by investing $3 million into Doppler Finance, a protocol built to unlock XRP Ledger’s untapped liquidity. The seed round, announced August 7, 2025, was led by Reforge VC with participation from DCG and Hashkey Capital. Ripple aims to mobilise the $200 billion in…
A 39% Tariff Slams the Swiss Watch Industry The U.S. government has officially implemented a significant 39% tariff on imports from Switzerland, a move that is set to send shockwaves through the global watch industry. This decision came into effect at midnight on Thursday in the U.S. after a diplomatic trip by Swiss officials to…
Tesla and Samsung Strike Major Semiconductor Deal Tesla has signed a $16.5 billion chip supply agreement with Samsung Electronics, a move that could revitalize Samsung’s foundry division while equipping Tesla’s future AI6 chips. Elon Musk confirmed the news on X, stating that Samsung’s Taylor, Texas chip fabrication plant will produce the chips, with Tesla assisting…
Trump and Starmer Hold Talks at Turnberry Amid Tight Security US President Donald Trump is hosting UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer in Scotland today for high-level talks at his Turnberry golf resort, with trade policy and international crises topping the agenda. The meeting comes just 24 hours after Trump unveiled a major tariff deal with…
Bitcoin’s Pullback Amidst Rising US Inflation Concerns The cryptocurrency market is once again reacting to macroeconomic shifts, as Bitcoin experienced a notable tumble following a report indicating a rise in US inflation. After soaring to a record high of $123,000 on Monday, Bitcoin fell below $117,000 on Tuesday, responding to the U.S. The Bureau of…
Bitcoin Price Update: Still Holding Above $117K Bitcoin is maintaining its position around $117,000, holding steady after its recent all-time high. Despite minor pullbacks, the price remains resilient, thanks to strong support levels and continued bullish sentiment. Analysts note that consolidation at these highs often precedes a potential breakout. The current trading environment shows fewer…
Trump’s 30% Tariffs on EU and Mexico Shock Investors President Donald Trump has reignited trade war fears by proposing a sweeping 30% tariff on imports from the European Union and Mexico, scheduled to take effect on August 1. The announcement came despite widespread investor optimism that Trump would walk back earlier threats. Instead, the president…
Trump Tariffs Send Ripples Through Bitcoin and Crypto Markets The cryptocurrency market, known for its inherent volatility, once again found itself navigating turbulent waters following a significant geopolitical announcement. President Donald Trump’s decision to impose new, substantial tariffs on imports from Mexico and the European Union sent ripples across global financial markets, with the digital…
