Canada-U.S. trade deadline: Trump extends talks for 3 days

• A new U.S. aircraft carrier has arrived in the Middle East to relieve the USS Abraham Lincoln, which is returning home after an extended deployment that raised concerns regarding crew mental health. • Geopolitical analyst Jorge Leon notes that decades of sanctions have forced Iran to develop a "survival economy," making the nation more resilient to economic pressure.

• U.S. fact-checkers have launched a first-of-its-kind joint collaboration to debunk deceptive advertisements and disinformation ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. • The initiative will utilize a newsletter to highlight common findings and track emerging election-year information trends across the United States.

• US fact-checking organizations have launched a collaborative effort to combat deceptive advertisements and disinformation ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. • The partnership centers on a joint newsletter designed to analyze voting trends and debunk common false narratives across the United States.

• Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is implementing interventionist tactics in the bond market to lower interest rates. • The strategy mirrors an approach previously used by his predecessor, Janet L. Yellen, despite Bessent having criticized her for using these methods in 2024.

• The United Indian Nations of Oklahoma will host a quarterly meeting for Tribal leaders and partners on August 27 in Tulsa. • The agenda focuses on critical issues including federal Indian health policy, Tribal sovereignty, and Native voter engagement for the upcoming November election.

• The U.S. national debt has reached a record high of $40 trillion, driven by consistent government spending exceeding tax revenue. • Key contributors to this surge include rising defense costs, funding for social programs, and increasing interest payments on the existing deficit.

• Dogecoin (DOGE) experienced a 7.9% price surge, reaching $0.07579 amid a broader wave of bullish market sentiment. • The price jump follows a new regulatory proposal from the SEC, which has unexpectedly fueled positive momentum for cryptocurrencies.

• GSK stock is currently trading at GBX1,919, reflecting a slight daily increase of 0.18%. • Technical analysis indicates the stock is in a consolidation phase as it approaches a key resistance level of GBX1,944.

• Palantir shares are currently trading at $171.63, showing a slight 0.1% gain while remaining below key moving averages. • Technical analyst Anton Kharitonov of Traders Union identifies a strong resistance level at $175.41, noting that sellers currently maintain control of the price action.

• Robinhood has announced that "Trump Accounts" will prioritize the S&P 500 as the core investment option for users. • The initiative includes a $1,000 Treasury boost specifically for eligible children born between 2025 and 2028.

• U.S. spot bitcoin ETFs recorded their largest inflow in 3.5 months, totaling $517.19 million, driven by rebounding crypto prices and increased investor risk appetite. • Simultaneously, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) proposed a new rule establishing two tailored exemptions for specific crypto investment contracts.