A serious security incident occurred at Seattle Center, a landmark venue in Seattle, Washington, leaving three dead and four injured, including a toddler. Details of the incident are still under investigation.
South Korea’s largest bank KB Kookmin Bank plans to launch a blockchain-based cross-border corporate payment service next month on JPMorgan’s Kinexys platform, signaling accelerating adoption of blockchain technology by traditional financial institutions.
Decentralized cloud storage company Storj filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on July 27, becoming the second crypto firm to collapse this week. The company says operations will continue and proposes an unusual arrangement where token holders receive equity in the restructured business.
Chinese memory chipmaker CXMT soared nearly 466 percent on its Shanghai STAR Market debut, vaulting to become China’s most valued chip company. The approximately $9.8 billion IPO reflects surging global demand for memory chips driven by the AI boom and marks a major milestone in China’s semiconductor self-sufficiency push.
Southern Europe’s wildfire crisis has intensified, with over 330,000 people evacuated across France and Spain. France’s Gironde region faces severe conditions with Bordeaux threatened. The EU has activated cross-border rescue mechanisms with multiple countries sending firefighting support.
Latest update on the Berlin Pride vehicle ramming incident: suspect Abdul Ballout was shot dead by police in western Berlin after rushing at officers with a knife. One person killed, 29 injured. Investigation reveals suspect had prior extremist organization ties and served less than two years in prison.
As MiCA implementation deepens and the UK finalizes its crypto framework, stringent regulation could spur mergers, acquisitions and closer ties with banks.
Crypto exchange BitMart announced its closure after nine years of operation. The BMX token plunged 58% on the news. Users have one month to close trades and six months to withdraw assets.
Today’s top 5 global stories: Europe wildfires force 300,000+ evacuations; DRC Ebola deaths surpass 1,300; vehicle strikes crowd at Berlin Pride parade; Houthis attack Saudi Arabia as US-Iran pause emerges; India student protests force education minister resignation.
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has deteriorated sharply, with deaths exceeding 1,300. The virus is spreading at an alarming rate, and the World Health Organization warns the epidemic is spreading like wildfire.