Russia’s July oil and gas revenues could rise 60% year-on-year due to global price increases, despite sanctions aiming to limit its energy export earnings.
US military strikes on Iran enter tenth day, targeting missile sites and air defenses, escalating regional tensions with implications for global trade, fintech, and cybersecurity.
The US and Iran agree to halt attacks until June 30 ahead of talks on reopening the Strait of Hormuz, impacting energy markets and fintech sectors.
US air strikes targeted Iranian military sites following drone attacks on commercial tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, raising concerns over cybersecurity and digital trade risks.
US airstrikes on Iranian military sites followed Iran's drone attack on a commercial vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating risks to maritime security and impacting global trade and fintech sectors.
Russia’s maritime oil exports hit a record high since early 2026 amid US sanctions easing for Iran, pressuring global prices and intensifying competition on markets like India.
US intelligence warns that Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu may try to disrupt the US-Iran deal, raising concerns about regional stability and potential impacts on fintech and digital economy sectors.
Trump cancels planned US strikes on Iran amid diplomatic progress, impacting energy flows, cybersecurity risks, and fintech markets in the Middle East.
US military launched defensive strikes on Iranian missile sites and mine-laying vessels amid a fragile ceasefire, raising implications for fintech, cybersecurity, and tech stocks.
Iran has submitted a 14-point peace plan to the US demanding sanctions relief and naval guarantees, with significant implications for fintech, digital payments, and regional stability.
US-Iran tensions cause Brent oil prices to surge over $119, impacting fintech, digital banking, and tech stocks through increased volatility and inflation risks.
The US has extended its waiver on sanctions for Russian oil shipments until May 16, raising concerns about sanction evasion and implications for fintech compliance and digital payments.