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UK Political Crisis Deepens as Labour MPs Demand Starmer's Resignation
UK PM Starmer faces mounting pressure as Labour MPs and ministers call for his resignation, threatening market stability and economic policy.
Gilt Yields Surge: 10-Year Hits 5.10% Amid Global Bond Sell-Off
UK 10-year gilt yield jumps 10 bps to 5.10% as global bond markets rout. Analysis of causes, implications for BOE policy, and investor outlook.
Bhutan's Bitcoin Sell-Off Accelerates: Reserves Down 70%
Bhutan's sovereign bitcoin holdings have plummeted 70% from their peak as the kingdom accelerates sales, raising questions about its crypto strategy.
Dollar Gains on Yen as Sterling Holds Firm Amid UK Political Turmoil
The dollar rose to 157.11 yen as UK political crisis deepens, with Labour lawmakers calling for Starmer's resignation. Analysis of market implications.
Putin's Peace Hint Sinks Defense Stocks, Reshapes Markets
Putin signals Ukraine war resolution may be near, causing defense stocks to slide and reshaping market dynamics amid geopolitical shifts.
Putin's War-End Hint Shakes Defense Stocks
Putin signals possible end to Ukraine war, sending defense shares lower and sparking market reassessment of geopolitical risk.
UK Bitcoin Firm Sees Institutional Boost from Strategy's BTC Buy
Smarter Web Company CEO Andrew Webley comments on Strategy's recent Bitcoin purchase, highlighting potential for institutional confidence in treasury structures.
Hantavirus Outbreak on Cruise Ship Sparks Global Health Response
A suspected hantavirus case on Tristan da Cunha prompts UK military medical team deployment as cruise ship arrives in Tenerife.
UK Election, South Korea Crypto Law: Global Markets Update
UK election impact on markets and South Korea's new crypto registration law.
Oil Prices Fuel UK Inflation; Peace Hopes Lift Gold
UK inflation hits 3.3% as oil prices soar; Iran peace deal prospects ease inflation fears, boosting gold.
21Shares Lists Strategy Bitcoin ETN on London Stock Exchange
21Shares launched the Strategy Yield ETN on the LSE, offering UK investors access to Strategy Inc.'s preferred stock linked to Bitcoin.
21Shares Lists Bitcoin ETN on LSE, Shifts from MSTR
21Shares launches a Bitcoin ETN on the London Stock Exchange, offering UK investors income-generating crypto exposure without relying on MicroStrategy shares.
UK Crypto News: AI Agent Launches Company, Capital B Backs Bitcoin
An AI agent launches its own company in the UK and LATAM, while Capital B's Adam backs Bitcoin funding for UK-listed firm.
FTSE 100 Closed for UK Bank Holiday
The FTSE 100 was closed on May 4, 2026, due to a UK public holiday, while European markets traded mixed amid geopolitical tensions.
Oil Tensions Rise: Cuba Incident & Hungary-Ukraine Pipeline Dispute
Global oil tensions escalate as Cuba reports an attack on its coast amid US sanctions, while Hungary accuses Ukraine of an oil blockade over pipeline delays.