Jane Street Co-Founder Says Activist Deceived Him Into Funding Arms Plot
A co-founder of the prominent Wall Street trading firm Jane Street says he was deceived into funding an alleged conspiracy to illegally export military weapons to topple South Sudan’s government, according to federal court documents. Robert Granieri, who helped build Jane Street into a major market-making firm, allegedly provided funding for what prosecutors say was […]
Poilievre Slams Liberals Over CIB’s $1B China Ferry Deal
Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre has blasted the Liberal government for handing “$1 billion of your tax dollars to a Chinese state-owned company.” His outrage refers to a Canada Infrastructure Bank agreement that will finance four BC Ferries vessels to be built in China at a subsidized rate. The loan, at nearly half commercial rates, will […]
You Might Be Inadvertently Broadcasting Personal Information on the Meta AI App
Users of Meta‘s (Nasdaq: META) standalone artificial intelligence app are inadvertently broadcasting personal conversations with the chatbot to the public, exposing sensitive information ranging from medical concerns to potential legal troubles. The Meta AI app, launched April 29, includes a sharing feature that allows users to post their AI conversations publicly. However, many users appear […]
Teck Resources Seeks Government Support for Germanium Production Expansion
Canadian mining giant Teck Resources Ltd. (NYSE: TECK) is actively seeking financial support from both Canadian and US governments to expand production of germanium, a critical mineral essential for semiconductor manufacturing and defense applications. The Vancouver-based company is in ongoing discussions with government officials about funding opportunities to boost germanium production capacity, according to Doug […]
US Steel Charter Gives Trump Personal Veto Power, Not Government ‘Golden Share’
The revised corporate charter governing Nippon Steel‘s acquisition of US Steel (NYSE: X) grants personal veto power to President Donald Trump rather than creating a traditional government “golden share,” according to the company’s Fifth Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation filed with securities regulators. The revised charter requires Trump’s personal written consent — or that […]
Why This “Unknown Metal” Is Suddenly Essential For Defense & Tech | Antimony Resources
In this interview, James Atkinson, CEO of Antimony Resources Corp. (TSXV: ATMY), discusses the current antimony market dynamics and supply chain challenges, including constraints from major producing regions like China and Russia. The conversation examines growing demand for antimony across defense, technology, and energy applications.
Trump Hails “Signed” China Trade Deal, Details Scarce
President Donald Trump’s declaration that “we just signed with China yesterday” has injected fresh uncertainty into the already fragile trade détente efforts. While Beijing’s Commerce Ministry on Friday outlined a framework—China will accelerate approvals for rare-earth exports and Washington will lift unspecified “restrictive measures” —no comprehensive text or joint communiqué has been released by either […]
House Approves Medical Cannabis Access for Veterans
House lawmakers Wednesday approved measures allowing Veterans Affairs doctors to recommend medical cannabis to former service members for the first time. The provisions, passed by voice vote, would stop the VA from enforcing current policies that prevent physicians from helping veterans access state marijuana programs. Representatives Brian Mast, R-Fla., and Dave Joyce, R-Ohio, sponsored the […]
NYMEX Lifts Platinum Margins 25% After Metal Hits 11-Year High
The CME Group’s clearing division has hiked performance bond requirements on NYMEX Platinum Futures by roughly 25%, according to an advisory circulated late Thursday. “The rates will be effective after the close of business on Friday, 27 June 2025,” the notice states, marking the second margin increase in just two weeks. Under the new schedule, […]
Smith: Pipeline Proposal Coming Within Weeks
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith expects pipeline companies to propose new oil routes to British Columbia’s coast within weeks, but Canada’s largest crude shipper demands major policy changes before considering such projects. Smith told Bloomberg on Tuesday that she has held active discussions with multiple energy firms about shipping Alberta crude to Pacific ports through a […]