News•Feb 25, 2026
Submission of Rule Filing SR-FICC-2026-004 – Amend the Clearing Agency Stress Testing Framework
On February 25, 2026, Fixed Income Clearing Corporation (FICC) filed rule filing SR‑FICC‑2026‑004 with the SEC to amend the Clearing Agency Stress Testing Framework governing DTCC’s DTC, FICC, and NSCC. The proposed changes aim to modernize stress‑testing methodologies, improve risk sensitivity, and strengthen systemic resilience. The filing is open for public comment via the SEC’s online portal or email, and FICC requests copies of comments from its Government Securities Division members. Stakeholders should reference File No. SR‑FICC‑2026‑004 in all submissions.
By DTCC – All Important Notices
News•Feb 25, 2026
Pepper Grinder Sails Onto Mobile with Vibrant Drilling Action-Adventure, Arriving Soon via Crunchyroll Games
Pepper Grinder, the Devolver Digital‑published 2D pirate adventure, is slated for mobile launch on Android and iOS on February 26, 2026 via Crunchyroll Games. The title blends classic platforming with a distinctive drilling mechanic, letting players collect jewels, stickers and upgrade gear...
By GamingonPhone
News•Feb 25, 2026
Large-Scale 3D Metrology Enables Reconstruction of Critical Agitation Component
Buffalo Metrology was hired to reverse‑engineer an 8‑foot clarifier cover used in wastewater treatment after a fracture damaged the component. Using the Shining 3D FreeScan Trak Nova, the team captured the entire geometry in a single day and processed the data...
By Metrology News
News•Feb 25, 2026
Tenants Using Bank Fraud Reports to Challenge Rent and Deposit Payments – Claim
Tenants are increasingly filing Authorised Push Payment (APP) fraud reports to contest rent and holding‑deposit payments, treating the banking route as a quicker, less adversarial alternative to traditional tenancy dispute mechanisms. Letting agents are left to defend these claims through...
By The Negotiator – Technology (UK)
Blog•Feb 25, 2026
President Mnangagwa Signals End of Raw Mineral Exports
President Emmerson Mnangagwa told Zimbabwean exporters that raw mineral shipments are effectively ending, insisting that value‑addition must occur domestically. The Finance Act now imposes a 10% export tax on unbeneficiated lithium and chrome, with chrome also subject to a 5%...
By Mining Zimbabwe – Analysis & Features
News•Feb 25, 2026
Crown and Magistrate Courts Digitisation Funding Boost
The UK government will fund every Crown court in England and Wales to operate at maximum capacity in 2026/27, with an extra £287 million for digital upgrades and infrastructure. Total court and tribunal funding rises to £2.785 billion, up from £2.538 billion. No...
By UKAuthority (UK)
News•Feb 25, 2026
AMC Still Open to Wide Range of Options for New Tanker, Including Family of Systems
Lt. Gen. Rebecca J. Sonkiss said the Air Force’s Next‑Generation Air Refueling System (NGAS) could evolve into a family of systems with varied capabilities. The Air Mobility Command is keeping all options open, from stealth airframes to blended‑wing bodies and...
By Air & Space Forces Magazine
Social•Feb 25, 2026
Yuan Deposits Rise, Household Growth Slows, Non‑bank Surge Persists
Yicai: "Chinese yuan deposits saw strong year-on-year growth in January, but the pattern of slower household deposit growth alongside faster non-bank deposit growth persisted. Industry insiders said this does not mean that money is leaving the banking system, nor does...
By Michael Pettis
Blog•Feb 25, 2026
Bettman Seeks Better Timeslot for Next Olympic Hockey Final
NHL commissioner Gary Bettman urged a later start time for the next Olympic men’s hockey final after the 2026 gold‑medal game aired at 8 AM ET, the earliest since Sochi 2014. The match drew 18.6 million viewers, far below the 28 million who...
By Sports Media Watch
News•Feb 25, 2026
No Traffic, No Moat: How AI Breaks The Economics Of Destination Publishing
Google’s AI Overviews launched in May 2024 sharply cut referral traffic to publisher‑owned sites, exposing the fragility of the destination‑publishing model. Fixed costs—CMS, ad tech, analytics, compliance—remain while traffic‑dependent ad and subscription revenues collapse. Only publishers with strong brands, durable subscriptions,...
By AdExchanger
Blog•Feb 25, 2026
MWC 2026 | Ericsson to Showcase 6G Capabilities with Apple, MediaTek
Ericsson announced at MWC 2026 that it will showcase live 6G demonstrations in partnership with Apple and MediaTek. The Apple demo will feature Multi‑RAT Spectrum Sharing (MRSS) to illustrate seamless 5G‑to‑6G coexistence, while MediaTek will present a 6G centimeter‑wave data‑call prototype...
By TelecomDrive
News•Feb 25, 2026
Several Trends Are Shifting Defense Tech Toward Europe
U.S. defense and tech giants are confronting a shifting landscape as Europe pursues digital sovereignty, strategic autonomy, and faster defense innovation spurred by the Ukraine war. New EU rules like the Digital Networks Act and Data Act compel American cloud...
By Defense One
News•Feb 25, 2026
In Brief SOTU Remarks, Trump Asks Congress to "Codify" MFN
President Donald Trump used a brief four‑minute segment of his State of the Union address to push Congress to codify his Most‑Favoured Nations (MFN) drug‑pricing program. He claimed the voluntary agreements would give Americans the lowest prescription prices worldwide, though...
By pharmaphorum
Blog•Feb 25, 2026
HSBC Earnings Out, Upper End of Estimates. Also HK Budget Out
HSBC reported a 7.4% year‑on‑year drop in 2025 profit before tax to US$29.907 billion, landing near the top of its forecast range. Basic earnings per share were US$1.21 and the bank declared a fourth interim dividend of US$0.45, bringing the total...
By Asian Market Sense
Social•Feb 25, 2026
Simple Setup, Sounds, Formats Drive Sync Placements
All of these sync placements were created using ↴ → Simple setup → Simple sounds → Simple format(s) I'll walk you through the process
By Graham Cochrane (DIY Music Biz)
News•Feb 25, 2026
Trump Repeats Claims to Have ‘Obliterated’ Iran’s Nuke Program, Ended ‘8 Wars’
President Donald Trump used his State of the Union address to repeat unverified claims that a June 2025 strike "obliterated" Iran’s nuclear program and that his interventions ended eight wars, including a cease‑fire between Thailand and Cambodia. He also asserted...
By Defense One
Blog•Feb 25, 2026
Starving the Watchdog
Congress has stripped more than $40 billion of IRS funding authorized by the Inflation Reduction Act, threatening the agency’s capacity to combat cross‑border financial crime. IRS Criminal Investigation referrals fell to a 40‑year low in FY2024, and its special‑agent force has...
By The Regulatory Review (Penn)
News•Feb 25, 2026
How LB Rode the Brutal Capital Markets to One of 2025’s Most Successful IPOs
LB Pharma went public in September 2024, pricing its shares at $15 and raising $285 million despite a severely constrained capital market. The IPO followed a Phase 2 trial that showed LB‑102 markedly reduced schizophrenia symptoms, sparking investor demand even as venture...
By BioSpace
News•Feb 25, 2026
Opinion: Balancing Safety Access in Rare Disease—Lessons From Sarepta
In July 2025 the FDA ordered a complete halt of Sarepta’s gene‑therapy Elevidys after two non‑ambulatory Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) patients died, sparking a market plunge and patient access concerns. Sarepta argues that ambulatory patients, who had been receiving Elevidys...
By BioSpace
News•Feb 25, 2026
Cashing In on ‘Creative Fundamentals’ To Fund Rare Disease R&D
The FDA reauthorized its rare pediatric disease priority review voucher program, bolstering a wave of regulatory incentives that include new guidance on plausible mechanisms and a Rare Disease Evidence Principles framework. Yet ultra‑rare indications still struggle to attract traditional venture...
By BioSpace
News•Feb 25, 2026
Can Solid Perfume Be the Next Body Mist?
Solid perfume is emerging as a fast‑growing fragrance format, with Sol de Janeiro’s new Jelly Perfume balms leading the latest wave. The alcohol‑free sticks prioritize a skin‑felt, intimate scent rather than room‑filling projection, echoing a broader consumer desire for subtlety...
By Glossy
Blog•Feb 25, 2026
Kansas City Is Again Expanding Its Once-Mocked Streetcar
Kansas City’s Streetcar Authority announced an east‑west free‑fare line that will join the existing north‑south Main Street route, extending service to the historic 18th & Vine jazz district and crossing the segregating Troost Avenue. The plan follows a 1.2‑mile Riverfront...
By Streetsblog USA
Blog•Feb 25, 2026
Gibson Dunn Discusses CFIUS’ Known Investor Program
On February 6, 2026, CFIUS issued a request for information (RFI) to refine its Known Investor Program (KIP), a fast‑track review mechanism for repeat foreign investors in U.S. advanced‑technology sectors. The RFI outlines eligibility thresholds—at least three covered filings in...
By CLS Blue Sky Blog (Columbia Law School)
Blog•Feb 25, 2026
Korean Brands Are Moving Into a Mall Near You
Korean brands are rapidly entering Western retail spaces, with beauty giants like Laneige, COSRX and Amorepacific securing shelf space in Sephora, Boots and Douglas across Europe, while fashion labels such as Ader Error and Gentle Monster open flagship stores in...
By The Robin Report
Blog•Feb 25, 2026
Explainer: How Supreme Court Ruling Upends Regional Shipping Order
Panama’s Supreme Court has terminated the nearly 30‑year concession that gave Hong Kong‑based CK Hutchison control of two strategic ports on the Panama Canal. The decision clears the way for Danish carrier A.P. Møller‑Maersk to take over operations at the terminals,...
By Container News
Blog•Feb 25, 2026
OptiScaler Activates FSR 4 Under Vulkan Before AMD Itself Delivers
OptiScaler’s test build 0.9.0‑pre10 adds FSR 4 support to Vulkan games by routing the upscaler through a DirectX 12 bridge, effectively bypassing AMD’s official limitation to RDNA 4 GPUs and DX12 titles. The community‑driven implementation works in titles such as Doom: The Dark...
By Igor’sLAB
News•Feb 25, 2026
‘Strong Rebound’ for UK Housing Market with 6% More Homes for Sale than a Year Ago
Zoopla reports a strong rebound in the UK housing market, with February listings on track for the highest level in a decade and 6% more homes for sale than a year ago. The surge is driven by the lowest mortgage...
By The Guardian – Property
News•Feb 25, 2026
Scotland’s New Emissions Strategy ‘Too Reliant on Science Fiction’, Critics Say
Scotland has reduced emissions by 51.3% since 1990, but the UK Climate Change Committee says its new medium‑term emissions strategy relies heavily on unproven technologies. While the CCC praises the shift to five‑year carbon budgets and rates 91% of 2030...
By The Guardian – Environment
News•Feb 25, 2026
Software Defined Satellites Market Analysis 2026
Software‑defined satellites offer on‑orbit reconfigurability but cost roughly 30% more to build than fixed‑function platforms. Analysts project the market could exceed $10 billion by 2030, yet technical limits, launch‑vehicle economics, and lengthy regulatory approvals curb realistic growth. Real‑world deployments by Intelsat,...
By New Space Economy
News•Feb 25, 2026
How IKEA Got Closer to Its Shoppers with New Small-Format Stores, Best Buy Partnership
IKEA U.S. announced four new stores in Chicago, Tulsa, Fort Collins and Los Angeles, bringing its 2026 rollout to ten locations, including its first city‑center store in LA and first Oklahoma outlet. The retailer posted $5.3 billion in total sales for fiscal 2025, with...
By Modern Retail
News•Feb 25, 2026
Make Every Location Your Best Location: Drive More Revenue From Your Underperforming Stores
Fast Casual’s new white paper, sponsored by Momos Guest AI, reveals that multi‑location restaurant and retail brands can reclaim up to $28 million annually by revitalizing their lowest‑performing stores. The report highlights that 96 % of unhappy guests never complain, and that...
By Fast Casual
News•Feb 25, 2026
High Throughput Satellites Market Analysis 2026
The high‑throughput satellite (HTS) market is confronting a structural oversupply, with capacity expanding far faster than revenue‑generating demand. While analysts forecast 15‑20% CAGR through 2030, actual utilization sits between 20% and 50%, compressing pricing and squeezing margins. Maritime and aviation...
By New Space Economy
News•Feb 25, 2026
Ground Segment Market Analysis 2026
The global ground‑segment market is projected to reach $27‑$32 b by 2030, growing at a 6‑8% CAGR from $18‑$21 b in 2024. Revenue trails satellite hardware by roughly 60%, but the sector remains essential for operational continuity across defense, civil, and commercial...
By New Space Economy
Podcast•Feb 25, 2026•3 min
Korea Commodities Market Highlights Episode 4
The episode reviews South Korea's energy commodities market, noting a modest dip in thermal coal prices and major tenders favoring Indonesian, Australian, and Canadian supplies while limiting Russian and Chinese coal. It highlights the government's push to cap Russian coal...
By Metals Movers (Argus series within Argus Media feed)
Blog•Feb 25, 2026
HekaBio and Alpha Tau Medical Obtain Approval in Japan for Solid Tumor Treatment Alpha DaRT
HekaBio K.K. and Alpha Tau Medical have secured Japanese regulatory approval for Alpha DaRT, a diffusing alpha‑radiation therapy for unresectable locally advanced or recurrent head‑and‑neck cancer. The approval makes Japan the first country outside Israel to clear the device, positioning HekaBio...
By HealthTech HotSpot
Social•Feb 25, 2026
US Rolls Out Pax Silica to Safeguard AI Silicon Supply
US launches Pax Silica to secure polysilicon inputs and expand allied semiconductor partnerships for AI growth. https://www.metalnomist.com/2026/02/pax-silica-silicon-supply-chain.html
By The Metalnomist
Social•Feb 25, 2026
Trump Mentions Rockets, Omits Artemis in SOTU
No Mention of Artemis in SOTU, But Trump Briefly References Rockets to the Stars https://t.co/XF6QIU0DyH
By Marcia Smith
News•Feb 25, 2026
Genshin Impact Tier List
An updated Genshin Impact tier list released on February 24, 2026 ranks 4‑star and 5‑star characters by performance in the Spiral Abyss, Imaginarium Theater, and Stygian Onslaught. The list highlights Mavuika, Zibai, and a suite of Lunar‑reaction enablers such as Columbina and...
By Game Rant
Social•Feb 25, 2026
Spring Festival 2026 Consumer Sales Jump 13.7% YoY
1/3 Xinhua: "According to China's value-added tax invoice data, the 2026 Spring Festival holiday saw the average daily sales revenues of consumer-related industries increase by 13.7 percent from last year's Spring Festival holiday." https://t.co/kWT8ZTr29T
By Michael Pettis
Social•Feb 25, 2026
Modi's Israel Visit Deepens Strategic Defence and Tech Ties
So great to see @PMOIndia visiting Israel, a vital strategic partnership that keeps growing stronger with deepening cooperation across defence, technology, trade, innovation, and other key areas. More major agreements and frameworks expected to expand collaboration in military and emerging...
By John Spencer
News•Feb 25, 2026
Trump Presents Medal of Honor to 100-Year-Old Korean War Veteran During State of the Union
President Donald Trump used his State of the Union address to honor retired Navy Captain Royce Williams, a 100‑year‑old Korean War ace, by presenting him with the Medal of Honor. Williams survived a 35‑minute dogfight in 1952, downing four Soviet...
By Military Times
News•Feb 25, 2026
Legend of Australian Renewables John Grimes to Resign as SEC CEO, Take on Regional Role
John Grimes, who has led the Smart Energy Council (SEC) for nearly two decades, announced his retirement effective May 15. He will transition to become chief executive of the newly formed Renewable Energy Council Asia Pacific (RECAP), a regional partner...
By RenewEconomy
News•Feb 25, 2026
IHG Targets Upscale Conversions with Noted Collection Brand
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has unveiled Noted Collection, its 21st brand aimed at converting upscale and upper‑upscale independent hotels into the IHG portfolio. The new premium brand offers access to IHG’s global distribution network, revenue‑management tools, and the One Rewards...
By TTG Asia
News•Feb 25, 2026
Undertale Piano Arrangement Album - Echoes Beneath Produced by Yoko Shimomura Is Now Available Digitally
Square Enix has launched the Undertale piano‑arrangement album *Echoes Beneath*, produced by veteran composer Yoko Shimomura, to mark the game’s 10th anniversary. The collection features 15 piano‑only tracks performed by Yui Morishita, Yuki Kishida and Ryota Kikuchi, and is available...
By RPG Site
News•Feb 25, 2026
The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin Gets an Animation Trailer Ahead of March Launch
Netmarble unveiled an official animation trailer for its upcoming free‑to‑play action RPG *The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin*. The game, based on the globally‑sold manga, will launch on PlayStation 5 and Steam on March 16, with a mobile rollout a week later on...
By RPG Site
News•Feb 25, 2026
Beyond Green Joins Travalyst Coalition as Accommodation Partner
Beyond Green has become the latest accommodation partner of the Travalyst Coalition, a not‑for‑profit group dedicated to standardising sustainability data in travel. The partnership gives Beyond Green’s global portfolio of independent hotels a voice in shaping emerging data models, metrics...
By TTG Asia
News•Feb 25, 2026
Chronicled Wish Banner Guide In Genshin Impact
HoYoverse introduced the Chronicled Wish banner in Genshin Impact version 6.4, running from February 25 to March 17, 2026. The new system combines character‑limited and weapon banners, letting players select either a 5‑star character or weapon before pulling. A 50% match chance...
By Game Rant
News•Feb 25, 2026
K11 Musea Posts Record Golden Week Traffic, Luxury Sales Jump
HK's K11 Musea posted its strongest Golden Week results since opening, with foot traffic up 10% year‑on‑year. Tourist spending surged 60%, highlighted by a single HK$2 million transaction, while luxury sales rose 40% and watches‑jewellery jumped 140%. The mall’s festive programming...
By Inside Retail Asia
News•Feb 25, 2026
VCs Hit Jackpot as FMCG Giants Go on D2C Acquisition Spree
Venture capital firms such as Fireside Ventures, Eight Roads Ventures and Peak XV have secured multi‑bagger exits by selling stakes in Indian D2C brands to FMCG conglomerates. USV Pharma’s Rs 1,583 crore purchase of Wellbeing Nutrition, Hindustan Unilever’s Rs 824 crore acquisition of Oziva and its...
By ETRetail (India)
News•Feb 25, 2026
China Airlines, Agoda Launch StayMiles Hotel Platform
Agoda’s Rocket Travel division has partnered with China Airlines to launch StayMiles, a white‑label hotel booking platform for the carrier’s loyalty members. The service gives members access to over 600,000 properties worldwide and lets them earn up to 10,000 miles...
By TTG Asia