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Rupee strengthens against US dollar amid Trump tariff tantrums

The rupee could be sold off as the day passes with dollar-buying sentiment continuing in the market, an analyst says.

Private Sector Remains Key Driver Of Nigeria’s Economy — Akume

LAGOS – The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, CON, has acknowledged the immense contributions of the private sector as a pivotal driver of Nigeria’s economic and...

Golden State Capital To Invest Rs 12,000 Crore In Uttar Pradesh

(MENAFN - AsiaNet News) Sumit Nanda, Chairman and Managing Director of Golden State Capital Pte. Ltd., has lauded the industrial turnaround of Uttar Pradesh, announcing a massive investment of Rs ...

Lebanon eyes sale of gold reserves to rescue banks and the economy - Financial Times

Lebanon eyes sale of gold reserves to rescue banks and the economy Financial TimesThe second-largest holder of gold reserves in the Middle East is considering selling gold to fill the gap left by a 'Ponzi scheme.' 富途牛牛Gold Analyst Sees Final Bank Run Phase Amid 2026 Price Volatility - News and Statistics IndexBoxCash-strapped Lebanon finds itself sitting on a gold mine, as precious metal prices surge Pittsburgh Post-GazetteLebanon Mulls Tapping $45B Central Bank Gold Reserve To Ease Economic Collapse i24NEWS

Microsoft stock braces for Xbox’s seismic shake-up | 2026-02-23 | Investing News - Stockhouse

Microsoft stock braces for Xbox’s seismic shake-up | 2026-02-23 | Investing News StockhouseAsha Sharma named EVP and CEO, Microsoft Gaming The Official Microsoft BlogPhil Spencer and Sarah Bond leaving Xbox GamesIndustry.bizNew Microsoft Gaming, Xbox CEO: Asha Sharma on Great Games, AI Use VarietyPhil Spencer Retiring, Sarah Bond Out, Matt Booty Promoted as Microsoft AI Exec Asha Sharma Named New Xbox Boss – EXCLUSIVE IGN

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2026 incentives: Easier ways to save energy and money

In 2026, Energy Trust of Oregon cash incentives continue to support industrial and agriculture businesses looking to lower energy costs. Expanded and new incentives help reduce upfront costs and improve payback for many common equipment upgrades. Equipment incentives available in 2026: Steam trapsEnergy Trust offers up to $550 per steam trap for industry and agriculture [...]

9 equity mutual funds deliver over 20% return on lumpsum investments in 1 year. Do you own any?

Nine equity mutual funds provided returns exceeding 20% on lumpsum investments over the past year. ICICI Prudential Midcap Fund led with a 25.70% return. Other top performers included HSBC Midcap Fund, Mirae Asset Midcap Fund, and Invesco India Midcap Fund. These funds turned Rs 1 lakh investments into over Rs 1.21 lakh.

Data center tax break created to boost economy, add jobs in Pa. could cost state billions in revenue

Opponents argue the tax break is a costly giveaway to an industry dominated by some of the country’s largest and most profitable corporations.

Identity verification systems are struggling with synthetic fraud

Fake and expired IDs keep showing up in routine customer transactions, from alcohol purchases to credit card applications. The problem shows up most often in industries that depend on fast onboarding and remote transactions, where identity checks rely heavily on scanned documents and automated workflows. Intellicheck analyzed nearly 100 million identity verification transactions collected through its cloud-based verification service during 2025. The company said the dataset covers about half of the adult population in the ... More →The post Identity verification systems are struggling with synthetic fraud appeared first on Help Net Security.

POINT: Trump is making America boom again

One year ago, Donald Trump returned to office with four clear priorities: secure the border, lower costs for working-class Americans, restore economic growth and put good-paying American jobs first.

2026 Hyundai Elexio: New base model priced for Australia

Hyundai's new China-sourced Model Y-fighter will add a cheaper entry grade within a couple of months, dropping the entry price by $3000.