Trade

Crypto rankings almost always sort by price or market cap. This one looks at neither. It counts what each project actually put into production between 1 July and 29 September 2026, with a date and an official source for every milestone. The result: Stellar finishes first, Qubic and Chainlink follow, and two of the market's heavyweights, Ethereum and Bitcoin, do not even make the table.

Scheduled for September 24 in Washington, the Trump-Xi summit is set to address tariffs, artificial intelligence, and sensitive technologies. This meeting would extend the trade détente, however many Chinese commitments remain contested by the United States.

The greenback is increasingly losing ground within the BRICS alliance. Indeed, the use of local currencies in various commercial exchanges is now intensifying among the member states of the bloc. The reduction of their dependence on the dollar as well as the related costs of cross-border payments are the objectives thus set. This revolution then constitutes a new phase in the struggle for monetary sovereignty, while the US administration tries to safeguard the international power of its currency. The BRICS are gradually reshaping the global financial power relations, between dedollarization, sovereign digital currencies, and the American response.

Crypto aims to become a means of payment like any other. In the eurozone, it is still far from it. In a large survey conducted by the European Central Bank (ECB), it is noted that, even in the case of sector development followed by the entry into force of the MiCA regulation, crypto payments remain marginal at the merchant level. Consumers are still attached to traditional payment channels while businesses show reluctance to take the plunge. This gap persists between the ambitions of the crypto industry and actual usage. Will European regulation be enough to shift the lines?

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Bitget has launched TradFi 101, a long-term education program designed to help crypto users understand traditional finance. The initiative arrives as the exchange expands into stocks, commodities, ETFs, foreign exchange and tokenized assets. Its message is direct: access to more markets is not enough if traders do not understand how those markets work.

A currency does not become strong just because its price rises, or because its leaders say so. It also shows in the decisions made every day by companies engaged in global trade. This major change in the habits of international economic actors is precisely revealed by a new survey conducted by the Bank of China. The yuan, a currency of recognition, is establishing itself with a growing number of foreign companies. Published in a context of seeking alternatives to traditional financial circuits and Beijing's international ambitions, this study reveals increased confidence in the Chinese currency.

The confrontation between Amazon and Perplexity marks a turning point for AI-driven commerce. By obtaining the judicial blocking of Comet, the American giant is not only targeting an automated purchasing agent, but it is defending its control over access to its platform and its users' data. Behind this decision made in San Francisco, a broader question arises: how far can AI agents act on behalf of internet users without encroaching on the sovereignty of major platforms?

Trump acts tough with Europe, but financiers of the Old Continent are sharpening their response: a stock market exodus that could make him swallow his "America First."

The American economy beats forecasts, but Peter Schiff warns of a flaw that could cause everything to collapse. Details here!

While markets watch every macroeconomic signal to anticipate Fed movements, a major indicator just defied forecasts. The United States trade deficit fell by nearly 24% in one month. In a global context of high tension, between renegotiated tariff agreements and disrupted supply chains, this unexpected decline raises strategic issues. It could also influence capital flows, reshape economic balances, and strengthen interest in decentralized assets like bitcoin.

China: the economy slows and signals turn red. What impact on the crypto market if the world's second-largest economy falters?

Trump shakes hands with Xi, crypto traders hold their breath. Historic agreement, systematic mistrust: the tariff truce amuses the stock market, but Bitcoin still sulks.

A strategic turn is emerging between Washington and Beijing. On the eve of a summit between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping, the two powers announce a preliminary agreement to defuse a trade war with global repercussions. This unexpected but calculated signal of détente resonates even in financial markets and the crypto ecosystem, historically reactive to geopolitical tensions. In a context where tariffs and technological restrictions fueled uncertainty, this opening rekindles hope for a sustainable normalization of Sino-American trade.

China announces that it is giving up some of its privileges at the WTO. This move, described as "major" by the organization's director-general, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, reshuffles the cards of global trade. Made by Li Qiang himself, this decision marks a strategic shift for Beijing authorities, long accused of unfairly benefiting from multilateral rules.

While the West defends the supremacy of the dollar and the euro, Moscow and Beijing accelerate their divorce from these currencies. Vladimir Putin confirmed that Russo-Chinese trade is now conducted almost exclusively in rubles and yuan. This shift, supported by a spectacular rise in bilateral trade and a deliberate strategy, could mark a decisive step towards a multipolar financial order.

Ambani, once favored by Trump, ends up grilled by Russian oil. When the Indian economy irks Uncle Sam, it smells like hot oil and diplomatic frying.

The United States extends the 90-day tariff truce concluded with China. The American president signed, on August 11, a decree setting the new deadline to November 10. The existing surcharges are maintained. This measure avoids an automatic increase in customs duties and allows additional time to continue negotiations.

While the trade war intensifies, Beijing and Moscow show their determination. In July, their exchanges jumped to $19.14 billion, an annual record that contrasts with the gloom of the first half of the year. This rebound occurs as Donald Trump threatens China with new tariffs, after sanctioning India for its Russian oil purchases.

The already fragile balance of the global economy has just taken another hit. On August 1st, Donald Trump signed a decree imposing heavy tariffs on seventy countries, with enforcement scheduled for August 7th. This announcement immediately shook financial markets, amplifying tensions against a backdrop of global instability. Behind this trade offensive lies a clear protectionist strategy, with potentially massive consequences for international trade, diplomatic relations, and the economic trajectory in the coming months.

In response to the increase in customs duties decreed by Donald Trump, 30% on European imports starting August 1st, Brussels is deploying heavy artillery. The Commission has approved a counter-tariff attack of 93 billion euros, targeting strategic American sectors. An economic escalation is unfolding between two major blocs, against a backdrop of political tensions and fragile global trade.

Trump slams the door on the G7 and brings out his tariff weapons. Canada suffers, the economy wavers, and copper prices soar. What is the star chef of protectionism really cooking up?

France's economy recorded a trade deficit of 7.6 billion euros in May. A concerning trend for investors.

The economy is at risk of a commercial earthquake: the suspended tariffs could come into effect in August. The details here!

Can the dollar lose its global supremacy? What was once speculation is now taking a concrete diplomatic turn. As the BRICS summit approaches in Rio, major emerging economies are placing local currency transactions at the heart of their strategy. This shift occurs within a context of growing geopolitical tensions and demands from the Global South for a more balanced financial system. Behind this dynamic lies a possible redefinition of the rules of global trade.

As Washington and Beijing reopen a diplomatic channel in London, tensions over rare earths and semiconductors threaten the global balance. In the face of the Chinese delegation, Washington demonstrates its firmness. Donald Trump, true to his style, sets the tone: "China is not easy." Behind this statement lies a reality: neither side seems willing to yield on such strategic and explosive issues.

Trump keeps the suspense going, Brussels breathes, the stock market dances. But behind the curtain, the threats still loom. Who will emerge victorious from this customs waltz?

A phone call, a truce? Trump puts away the customs missiles. The European economy is breathing, but for how long? Ursula whispers, Donald retreats. Suspense is high until July.