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China’s central bank approved Visa’s application to prepare a domestic bankcard clearing operation, a step toward entering the country’s payments market.

A ransomware gang says it stole MoneyGram data and threatens to publish it. MoneyGram has not confirmed an incident, and no samples were shared.

New York City’s subscription cancellation rule takes effect Oct. 1, 2026, requiring clear terms and a straightforward way to cancel in the sign-up method.

Investing.com ranked California first for AI-related investing activity, with Ohio and Colorado tied for second and New York at No. 13.

A Noahpinion essay argues that short-video feeds have displaced shared online culture, though its cultural claims are not a measured finding.

Typesafe AI says it raised $870 million in a Series A led by Andreessen Horowitz, valuing the company at $7.5 billion.

Ukraine’s state forestry supplier lists average firewood prices of UAH 1,000–1,400 per cubic meter. Availability, delivery and local prices vary.

Rock Tech Lithium puts the proposed Red Rock refinery at $596 million, down 54% from its earlier estimate; the company has not explained most of the reduction.

A San Diego pizzeria alleges Visa, Mastercard and five banks kept merchant card fees artificially high after an earlier settlement period ended.

Alex Brummer warns France’s budget and political problems could fuel a wider eurozone bond crisis; key figures and risks remain subject to uncertainty.