Concerns over insider trading on prediction markets have intensified after a series of high-profile bets on geopolitical events, prompting fresh questions over whether it’s even feasible to curb such practices in the growing industry sector. Preventing insider trading is realistically possible only on prediction markets applying Know Your Customer (KYC) measures, according to Austin Weiler, … Read more
Unlock the Editor’s Digest for free Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. The UK has approved China’s application to build a “mega” embassy in London despite fierce opposition and concerns over espionage, after security officials said they had devised a range of protective measures. The decision, announced … Read more
The first item I ever bought from Zara Home was locally sourced from a glamorous outpost—Fiumicino airport. It was a dusty mauve vase, squat and spherical, with a rough exterior mimicking the look of the antique, too-expensive vessels I’d left behind at the Ponte Milvio market days before. It sat on my lap for my … Read more
Bitcoin (BTC) leading indicators flashed buy signals as bulls fought to keep BTC price above $90,000. Key takeaways: Bitcoin Hash Ribbons flashed a “buy” signal amid miner capitulation recovery, an occurrence that has historically preceded strong rallies. The Fear and Greed Index’s “golden cross” signals improving market sentiment and a potential BTC rally ahead. Bitcoin … Read more
Microsoft has been testing its ad-supported Xbox Cloud Gaming service over the past few months, as I exclusively revealed in October. Now, the software giant is getting close to testing the free streaming option with Xbox Insiders. Over the weekend Microsoft updated its Xbox app with loading screens for Xbox Cloud Gaming that mention “1 … Read more
In the months that followed the Spring/Summer 2026 season, we have seen a series of new hires in the communications, marketing and design departments of all major houses. Our new series ‘Fashion’s Real Reset Starts Now’ looks at all these changes and how they will redefine the fashion industry in the years to come. Late … Read more
Stay informed with free updates Simply sign up to the Airlines myFT Digest — delivered directly to your inbox. Elon Musk has asked his followers on social media site X whether he should buy Ryanair, in the escalation of a dispute that began when Michael O’Leary ruled out adding Starlink internet to the airline’s planes. … Read more
Sony has announced plans to spin off its TV hardware business, shifting it to a new joint venture with TCL. The two companies have signed a non-binding agreement for Sony’s home entertainment business, with TCL set to hold a 51 percent stake in the new venture, and Sony holding 49 percent. The new company is … Read more
The Hong Kong Securities & Futures Professionals Association (HKSFPA) warned that the city’s proposed rollout of new crypto licensing regimes may unintentionally force compliant crypto managers to cease activities if regulators proceed without transitional arrangements. The warning centers on what the group described as a potential “hard start,” under which existing firms would be required … Read more
Clare Binns, creative director of Cineworld-owned boutique theater chain Picturehouse Cinemas, has claimed that film runtimes are proving to be a problem for audiences and cinemas. Speaking after BAFTA announced that she would receive an Outstanding British Contribution To Cinema award, Binns used the platform to appeal to directors to make shorter movies. The Picturehouse … Read more