Sanctions China Prepares

U.K. Competition Watchdog Prepares to Investigate Tech Giants Under New Rulebook

The regulator said it would open investigations into at least three types of tech platforms at the start of this year to work out which tech giants need to obey a new law governing the digital ...

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 7

Jalen Hurts remains in concussion protocol as Eagles prepare to face Packers in playoffs

There's no news on Jalen Hurts.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 6

China rips US over sanctions in hacking incidents targeting infrastructure

China slammed the U.S. on Monday for sanctioning a Beijing-based cybersecurity firm allegedly behind a botnet targeting American infrastructure, accusing Washington of “using the issue of ...

The Hill - Jan. 6

Iran doubles military drills as it prepares for Trump

Islamic republic seeks to project strength in winter exercises following repeated strategic blows in Middle East

Financial Times - Jan. 6

Investment banks prepare for crunch year in 2025

Boutiques counting on M&A rebound to support elevated valuations and star hires

Financial Times - Jan. 6

China fires shot across Trump's bow with defense sanctions

China’s decision this week to slap several major U.S. defense firms with penalizing trade measures is being viewed as a “shot across the bow” ahead of President-elect Trump’s inauguration. The move ...

The Hill - Jan. 5

Joe Biden prepares to bow out

Plus, UK retail earnings, South Korea’s Yoon summoned to parliamentary hearing and Venezuela’s Maduro sworn in

Financial Times - Jan. 5

How both sides of sides are preparing as Trump set to take office

With President-elect Donald Trump vowing to close the U.S.-Mexico border, Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports from both sides of the border.

CBS News - Jan. 5

How both sides of the border are preparing as Trump set to take office

With President-elect Donald Trump vowing to close the U.S.-Mexico border, Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports from both sides of the border.

CBS News - Jan. 5

Race to replace Justin Welby to begin as archbishop prepares to step down

Appointing new archbishop of Canterbury likely to take months after Welby’s resignation over abuse scandal. Justin Welby will relinquish his role as archbishop of Canterbury at midnight on Monday, ...

The Guardian - Jan. 5

A Weakened Iran Prepares to Face Trump 2.0

Tehran is bracing for a tough confrontation with the incoming Trump administration while holding a weak hand after setbacks in 2024.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 5

Pope says bullying at school prepares students for war, not peace

"Imagining peace" lays foundation for "more just and fraternal world," he says.

ABC News - Jan. 4

U.S. Hits Chinese Cybersecurity Company With Sanctions After Breach

The agency imposed penalties on a company it blamed for supporting the Chinese hacking group Flax Typhoon in a 2022-23 infiltration.

The New York Times - Jan. 3

Chinese cyber firm linked to botnet attack sanctioned in US

The federal government hit Chinese cyber group Integrity Technology Group with new sanctions on Friday, citing alleged computer intrusion incidents against those in the U.S. At the direction of the ...

The Hill - Jan. 3

FirstFT: China’s central bank prepares for historic monetary policy shift

Also in today’s newsletter, cold winter snap stokes US heating prices and a shake-up at the top of Meta

Financial Times - Jan. 3

Transfer rumors, news: Real Madrid prepare move for Huijsen

Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.

ESPN - Jan. 3

China Adds to Sanctions of U.S. Defense Contractors Over Taiwan Arms Sales

Beijing sent a fresh warning to President-elect Donald Trump of the tools it can use to protect national interests.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 3

Biden Officials Prepare for Potential Bird Flu Outbreak With Added Money

The administration is committing an additional $306 million toward battling the virus, and will distribute the money before President-elect Donald J. Trump takes office.

The New York Times - Jan. 3

Debate Over U.S. Sanctions on Russia For Ukraine War Intensifies

The president-elect has said he will use sanctions sparingly while vowing to end the war in Ukraine, renewing questions over their efficacy.

The New York Times - Jan. 2

China’s Hack of U.S. Treasury Breached Sanctions Office

The cyberattack reported earlier this week reached into the Office of Foreign Assets Control and the Office of Financial Research, sections of the agency that oversee economic penalties against ...

Inc. - Jan. 2

Irish mourn attack while preparing to face UGA

Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman said his team is processing the attack that killed 15 people while still preparing to win a critical game.

ESPN - Jan. 2

Helsinki arena to reopen in spring after being left in limbo by Russian sanctions

Finnish real estate company says deal for sports and entertainment venue will restore it to its former glory. Helsinki’s main sports and entertainment arena is expected to reopen in the spring ...

The Guardian - Jan. 2

How to invest in a much-changed China

While Trump threatens punitive tariffs, investors need to understand how much the country has altered in recent years

Financial Times - Jan. 2

Chinese government hackers targeted US Treasury office that administers sanctions – report

Treasury disclosed hack earlier this week, with Washington Post reporting targets were Office of Foreign Assets Control and Office of Financial Research. Chinese government hackers breached the US ...