The New Banking Rules: How Fintechs Must Adapt to the Fair Access Era
The End of Debanking as We Know It For years, fintech companies operating in politically sensitive sectors—from cryptocurrency exchanges to…
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Blackstone Establishes New Division to Direct Retirement Funds into Private Markets
Leading asset manager Blackstone has created a new business unit focused on directing retirement savings into private market investments. The move comes after President Trump’s executive order made it easier for 401(k) plans to include alternative assets like private equity and real estate.
Blackstone Targets Retirement Savings Market
Global asset management firm Blackstone Inc. has reportedly launched a specialized unit to channel more retirement funds into private market investments, according to recent reports. The company indicated this represents a potentially multi-trillion-dollar opportunity in the United States alone, with Americans holding approximately $9.3 trillion in 401(k) plans as of June 30.
Global Markets Brace for Renewed Trade War Volatility as Economic Uncertainty Returns
After a period of relative calm, businesses are bracing for increased economic uncertainty and financial market volatility. The temporary lull in trade tensions appears to be ending as key deadlines approach and postponed economic data threatens to hit markets simultaneously.
End of the ‘Phoney Trade War’ Period
After months of relative calm during the Northern summer, businesses worldwide are reportedly preparing for increased economic uncertainty and financial market volatility as trade tensions reemerge. According to Reuters analysis, the recent period may have represented a “phoney trade war” similar to the eight-month period of minimal military activity after World War Two began in 1939.
Abu Dhabi’s MGX Emerges As Key Player In Trump-Era TikTok Deal And AI Investments
The Abu Dhabi-based technology fund MGX has reportedly become a significant player in major deals during the Trump administration, including the TikTok restructuring and artificial intelligence infrastructure projects. Sources indicate the investment firm’s involvement spans multiple high-profile transactions worth billions of dollars.
MGX’s Reported Role in TikTok Restructuring
According to reports, Abu Dhabi’s technology investment fund MGX has emerged as a key player in the restructuring of TikTok’s US operations following President Donald Trump’s executive order “Saving TikTok While Protecting National Security.” Sources familiar with the matter indicate the executive order paves the way for US investors to take majority control of TikTok, while Chinese parent company ByteDance’s stake would drop to less than 20%.
Trump Administration Targets Antifa as Domestic Terror Threat
The Trump administration has declared war on anti-fascist activists through a controversial national security memorandum that labels “antifa” as a…