Press Release · Oct 6, 2026
Amsterdam, Tuesday 6 October 2026 – Stablecoins move value globally, but institutions still lack a consistent way to connect what is happening onchain with the economies and regulatory regimes behind that activity. Operators and policy teams still lack a shared, country-level picture of where privately issued stablecoins function as money: which economies show the usage, which international routes carry the value, and which jurisdictions have a live, stablecoin-specific rulebook.
World News · Oct 5, 2026
Swiss President Guy Parmelin arrived in New Delhi on October 5 for a three day state visit focused on deepening economic ties, pushing an investment protection agreement and exploring cooperation on critical technologies amid growing engagement between Switzerland and India.
Business & Economy · Oct 2, 2026
Gross Goods and Services Tax collections rose to Rs 2,03,521 crore in September 2026, up 14.7 percent year on year, as import-linked levies surged nearly 26 percent while domestic GST growth remained in the low double digits.
World Politics News · Oct 2, 2026
A multi sector strike called by a small autonomous union is under way across Italy on October 2, 2026, with rail services limited to a three hour stoppage and schools and many non emergency health services at risk. The action spotlights mounting public anger over the cost of living and puts fresh pressure on the government.
Social Media News · Oct 1, 2026
From October 1, 2026 Meta is charging Indian businesses for many WhatsApp Business Platform messages that were previously free inside the 24 hour service window, introducing a 1,000 free monthly allowance per business number and new per message rates for utility, authentication and marketing messages.
World Scam · Oct 1, 2026
The Guardia Civil and Spain’s Tax Agency arrested six people and placed eight under investigation in an operation that authorities say evaded more than 2 million euros in taxes through undeclared fuel sales across Murcia, Alicante and other provinces.
World Scam · Oct 1, 2026
The Seoul Eastern District joint investigation team that led a four-year crackdown on voice phishing and other non-face-to-face fraud is scheduled to disband on October 2, 2026. Authorities say the team’s casework and intelligence ties will be preserved under the new prosecutorial structure, while experts warn the transition could create gaps in cross-agency coordination.
Press Release · Sep 30, 2026
Caterpillar said on September 30, 2026 that it intends to invest roughly $1 billion in North Carolina to expand manufacturing capacity for its Cat Compact business, including a new facility in Sanford and upgraded production systems aimed at automation and workforce development.
Business & Economy · Sep 30, 2026
The Office for National Statistics revised second quarter GDP up to 0.5 percent on September 30, 2026, citing stronger business investment and rising real household disposable income. The upgrade narrows the current account deficit and positions the UK as the fastest growing G7 economy in the first half of 2026.
World Scam · Sep 30, 2026
Investigators say a transnational criminal network channelled more than one million used phones through the Netherlands, repackaging them as new and abusing the EU margin VAT scheme, in an operation that has prompted raids and arrests across 19 countries.
Business & Economy · Sep 30, 2026
A visiting IMF team has begun formal review talks in Islamabad. Pakistan says it expects roughly $1.2 billion under two IMF facilities if the review concludes successfully, while the Fund is pressing for progress on sovereign wealth fund governance and procurement reforms.
World Scam · Sep 29, 2026
Turkish authorities say they have expanded a months long probe into an international investment fraud ring allegedly connected to Israeli nationals, detaining scores of suspects and seizing assets as investigators seek to map the network’s money flows and call center operations.
Hollywood · Sep 29, 2026
London has become a frenetic production hub this autumn, with Warner Bros and international studios staging large scale shoots across the capital. The surge in activity highlights Britain’s continued place at the centre of global blockbuster and prestige television production.
Hollywood · Sep 29, 2026
London’s BFI Southbank hosts Screen Summit 2026 today, gathering studio chiefs, distributors, streamers and independent producers to tackle financing gaps, inward investment and new commercial models for British film.
World Scam · Sep 29, 2026
Federal agencies and major financial firms are sounding the alarm about a surge in AI enabled scams that impersonate government departments and trusted institutions. Officials urge Canadians to verify communications and to report incidents to the Canadian Anti Fraud Centre immediately.
