Power & Capital
Where state power meets the boardroom. Power & Capital is TIPP Insights' daily geoeconomic brief. We decode tariffs, sanctions, supply chains, energy, and global risk for the people who run companies. Five sharp stories every weekday, anchored by the monthly TIPP Geoeconomic Risk Index. Read it for what the headlines actually cost the bottom line.
Trump Announces Hormuz Blockade, New Cargo Charge
According to the report, the proposed blockade would apply to vessels entering or leaving Iranian ports, while commercial traffic from other nations would continue to have access to the strategic waterway.
Judge Rebukes Trump Over $10 Billion IRS Lawsuit
Trump's legal team rejected the judge's findings
States Launch Antitrust Challenge Against Paramount Deal
According to the lawsuit, the deal would weaken competition in blockbuster film distribution, theatrical releases and cable channel licensing.
Why Is The UK's Switzerland Trade Deal Significant
The agreement is projected to generate an additional £5.2 billion ($6.96 billion) in annual U.K. exports over time
Stablecoin Issuer Circle Cleared To Operate Trust Bank
The approval allows Circle National Trust to directly manage the reserves backing its USDC stablecoin, which has more than $73 billion in circulation.
Why Is Trump Refusing To Sign The Housing Bill
Despite Trump's refusal to sign the bill, it is expected to become law automatically on Saturday unless he formally vetoes it.
EU Says Meta Broke Digital Rules Over Instagram Design
The Commission said the design elements could negatively affect the physical well-being of users, particularly minors and other vulnerable groups
What Could China's Nvidia H200 Decision Mean For AI Companies
Potential buyers include Alibaba Group, ByteDance, and DeepSeek, although any approvals would be subject to strict government oversight.
New York Sues 3M, DuPont Over PFAS 'Forever Chemicals'
According to the report, the companies had not responded publicly to the lawsuit at the time of filing.
Judge Approves SEC Settlement With Elon Musk Despite Concerns
According to the report, U.S. District Judge Sparkle Sooknanan allowed the settlement to proceed, shifting a $1.5 million civil penalty to the Elon Musk Revocable Trust instead of imposing a personal judgment against Musk.
News Publishers Seek Sanctions Against OpenAI In Copyright Case
According to the report, the publishers allege the companies engaged in discovery misconduct and failed to preserve evidence relevant to the case.
Which Supreme Court Rulings Does Trump Want Reversed
Trump's legal team has already asked the court to reconsider its refusal to hear his appeal in the $5 million E. Jean Carroll sexual abuse and defamation case
US Federal Judge Presses Indian Billionaire Adani On Dismissed Bribery Charges
Judge Nicholas Garaufis directed Adani to disclose whether he knows of any promises, agreements or benefits exchanged in connection with the dismissal of the indictment.
What Makes SK Hynix A $1 Trillion Chipmaker
The company, valued at about $1 trillion after a sharp rise in its share price, plans to raise roughly $29 billion through American depositary receipts to fund factories and equipment
Russia's Diesel Export Ban Raises Global Supply Concerns
Export ban comes as global energy markets remain under pressure from renewed U.S.-Iran tensions and concerns over shipping through the Strait of Hormuz