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Tether eyes U.S. expansion with new stablecoin as CEO courts Washington crypto players
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Tether, the world’s largest stablecoin issuer, is preparing to launch a U.S.-based stablecoin as soon as this year, as its CEO ramps up his presence in Washington to shape crypto regulation. In an interview with CNBC this week, Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino revealed that the company is working on plans […]
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Dubai Airports CEO talks about prioritizing speed & tech upgrades
ShareShare Article via FacebookShare Article via TwitterShare Article via LinkedInShare Article via Email Dubai International’s DXB has cemented its place as the busiest airport in the world. CEO Paul Griffiths talks about managing that traffic, and his outlook on cargo & passenger volume in light of trade and recession concerns. Source
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New York is still the richest wealth hub. Here’s which cities are gaining ground
A version of this article first appeared in CNBC’s Inside Wealth newsletter with Robert Frank, a weekly guide to the high net worth investor and consumer. Sign up to receive future editions, straight to your inbox. Despite the recurring narrative of wealth flight, New York City is still the world’s richest city, and it’s gotten […]
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The oil-rich Gulf states are better-positioned to weather the tariff storm — but crashing crude prices could spell trouble
U.S. President Donald Trump with Mohammed bin Salman, crown prince of Saudi Arabia, at the start of the Group of 20 summit on 28 June 2019. Bernd von Jutrczenka | picture alliance | Getty Images DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — The wealthy Arab Gulf states are in a better position than many other regions of […]
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Family offices pause dealmaking in March on trade war fears
A version of this article first appeared in CNBC’s Inside Wealth newsletter with Robert Frank, a weekly guide to the high net worth investor and consumer. Sign up to receive future editions, straight to your inbox. Private investment firms of the ultra-rich dialed back their deal-making in March as President Donald Trump ‘s tariffs loomed […]
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These 10 Asian markets offer high returns on short-term rentals — half top $40,000 a year
Short-term rentals in Hakuba, Japan on average, bring in over $60,000 annually, according to new data by AirDNA. Oscar Wong | Moment | Getty Images Starting a short-term rental business can be very lucrative if done correctly. One of the biggest initial hurdles is picking the right market to purchase a property, which can play […]
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A bold plan for Dubai’s Al Maktoum International: Eight small airports within one
ShareShare Article via FacebookShare Article via TwitterShare Article via LinkedInShare Article via Email Dubai Airports CEO Paul Griffiths discusses how the emirate’s new airport will be built to cope with the huge growth in passengers without compromising on the customer experience. Source
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Elon Musk calls for the U.S. government to delete entire agencies: ‘Remove the roots of the weed’
Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk delivers remarks as he joins U.S. President Donald Trump during an executive order signing in the Oval Office at the White House on February 11, 2025 in Washington, DC. Andrew Harnik | Getty Images DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — The U.S. government needs to “delete entire agencies” in a […]
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Ray Dalio to the Trump administration: Cut debt now or face an ‘economic heart attack’
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Hedge fund titan Ray Dalio issued a fresh warning about the U.S. economy, warning of dire consequences if the Trump administration does not cut the country’s debt. “It’s like if I was a doctor and I was speaking with you about your condition, I would say to you, this is […]
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Why the gold boom is causing a surge in illegal mining
In challenging economic and geopolitical times, investors bet on gold for its ability to store value. Gold prices hit record highs last year, with some analysts forecasting the precious metal could reach $3,000 an ounce by the end of 2025. But the boom has also been linked to a surge in illegal gold mining. “What […]
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