(opens original source in a new tab)CoinDeskBank of Italy research suggests stablecoins aren't necessarily cheaper for remittancesA mystery-shopping experiment found that exchange fees, foreign exchange spreads and banking rails mean stablecoin remittances are often no cheaper than traditional transfer means. (opens original source in a new tab)Jamie Crawley·1 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)CoinDeskBitcoin mining difficulty shrinks 14% from this year's high as plunging revenues force operators to pivotDifficulty falls as weak mining economics reduce capacity, while forward markets signal little relief through year-end. (opens original source in a new tab)Francisco Rodrigues·1 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)CoinDeskSEC to review Nasdaq bitcoin options approval after CME challengeCME argues that because bitcoin is a commodity, options tied to its value fall under CFTC jurisdiction, not the SEC's authority. (opens original source in a new tab)Francisco Rodrigues·1 August 2026
Startups (opens original source in a new tab)TechCrunchUber is building an autonomous vehicle empire, and here’s every company it’s using to do itUber has partnered with — and in some cases made direct investments in — about 30 autonomous vehicle companies over the past two years. Here's the list and the latest on the partnerships. (opens original source in a new tab)Kirsten Korosec·1 August 2026
Clean Energy (opens original source in a new tab)CleanTechnicaPure Electric Vehicle Brands Take Center Stage at Indonesia Auto ShowJAKARTA, Indonesia — The 33rd GAIKINDO Indonesia International Auto Show opened at the Indonesia Convention Exhibition in BSD City with a clear signal that Southeast Asia is rapidly accelerating its transition toward zero-emission transportation. CleanTechnica arrived after the media day and rushed through filing these stories. Running through Aug. 9, ... [continued] The post Pure Electric Vehicle Brands Take Center Stage at Indonesia Auto Show appeared first on CleanTechnica. (opens original source in a new tab)Raymond Tribdino·1 August 2026
Startups (opens original source in a new tab)TechCrunchApps that help you break free from doomscrolling and get activeIf you’re looking to cut back on screen time and get a little more active, here’s a roundup of the apps that might help. (opens original source in a new tab)Lauren Forristal·1 August 2026
Clean Energy (opens original source in a new tab)CleanTechnicaHyundai Shows Neira Electric MPV Prototype in Indonesia Motor ShowJAKARTA, Indonesia — Hyundai Motor Co. unveiled its Neira prototype at the 2026 Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show in Tangerang, signaling a major expansion of its electric vehicle strategy in Southeast Asia. Officially described by the South Korean automaker as a three-row family vehicle, the Neira is tailored specifically to ... [continued] The post Hyundai Shows Neira Electric MPV Prototype in Indonesia Motor Show appeared first on CleanTechnica. (opens original source in a new tab)Raymond Tribdino·1 August 2026
Startups (opens original source in a new tab)TechCrunchWhat’s the best handheld mini fan?From premium Shark and Dyson offerings to random Amazon devices, these mini fans will make your sweaty summer a little more managable. (opens original source in a new tab)Amanda Silberling·1 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)FreightWaves$20M in cocaine found beneath floorboards of commercial truck trailer at California borderCustoms and Border Protection officers found 366 cocaine packages after an X-ray scan showed trailer-floor anomalies and a drug dog alerted investigators. The driver faces a federal importation charge carrying a possible life sentence. The post $20M in cocaine found beneath floorboards of commercial truck trailer at California border appeared first on FreightWaves. (opens original source in a new tab)Phil Brink·1 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)South China Morning PostGrape expectations: California winemakers optimistic for China export resurgenceIt’s a midsummer day and the sun is high in the sky, but the cavernous bar on the green, hilly 68-acre Rios-Lovell Winery & Event Venue stands empty. Although Rios-Lovell and around 50 neighbouring wineries in the San Francisco suburb of Livermore typically do not expect many clients on weekdays, they also know that Generation Z and Millennials are not drinking as much as their elders. However, the 35-year-old Rios-Lovell winery ships a couple of containers per year to China, said event manager. (opens original source in a new tab)Ralph Jennings·1 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)CoinDeskEveryone has the perps convergence backwardsCrypto is said to be growing up to look like Wall Street. The evidence in its biggest market points the other way, argues Bitget CEO Gracy Chen. (opens original source in a new tab)Gracy Chen·1 August 2026
