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May arabica coffee (KCK25 ) Thursday closed down -0.55 (-0.15%), and May ICE robusta coffee (RMK25 ) closed down -135 (-2.51%). Coffee prices on Thursday settled lower and came under pressure from a stronger dollar (DXY00 ). An increase in current coffee supplies also weighed on prices after ICE-monitored arabica...

May NY world sugar #11 (SBK25 ) on Thursday closed up +0.07 (+0.39%), and August London ICE white sugar #5 (SWQ25 ) closed up +1.60 (+0.32%). On Thursday's news of reduced sugar output in India, sugar prices posted moderate gains. The Indian Sugar and Bio-Energy Manufacturers Association (ISMA) reported today...

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May arabica coffee (KCK25 ) Thursday closed down -0.55 (-0.15%), and May ICE robusta coffee (RMK25 ) closed down -135 (-2.51%). Coffee prices on Thursday settled lower and came under pressure from a stronger dollar (DXY00 ). An increase in current coffee supplies also weighed on prices after ICE-monitored arabica...

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On April 17 (Thursday), Judge Leonie Brinkema of the US District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia ruled against Google (NASDAQ:GOOGL) in the antitrust case concerning its advertising technology business, casting a shroud of uncertainty over the future of the tech giant’s online advertising business. Brinkema will now need to determine what remedies to impose on Google to restore fair market competition. The plaintiffs sought to force Google to divest its Ad Manager, which includes the company's publisher ad server and its ad exchange, to restore competition in the market. This outcome is far more likely following Judge Brinkema’s ruling.This is a developing story happening alongside a similar case against Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META), which is being sued by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) for allegedly monopolizing social media through its acquisition of Instagram in 2012 and WhatsApp in 2014.This trial against Google began in September 2024, and the plaintiffs in the lawsuit comprise the Department of Justice (DOJ) and attorneys general from eight states.The plaintiffs argued that Google’s dominance in ad tech allowed it to charge higher prices and take a larger share of ad sales. They accused Google of stifling competition by controlling the technology used to place ads on websites across the internet. The ruling against Google marks a significant step in one of numerous anti-competitive cases brought against Google in the past few years, both in the US and internationally.It follows an earlier ruling in August 2024 in which Google was found to have an illegal monopoly in the online search market in the US. That case will move into the remedies phase next week, with a court date of April 21, 2025. “This is a game-changer,” wrote Connecticut Attorney General William Tong, one of the plaintiffs in both cases. “As Judge Brinkema writes in her decision, Google was in direct violation of the Sherman Act by dictating how digital ads are sold and the terms under which its rivals can compete. "With this victory in hand, we can hopefully work now towards restoring a fair, free, and competitive digital advertising marketplace. This decision is the first step in opening up competition so that Connecticut businesses and consumers will pay less for advertising – and therefore less for goods and services. We will no longer be under the thumb of a gigantic multinational conglomerate.”US District Judge Amit Mehta, who ruled against Google in the August 2024 case, has considered imposing structural remedies that could involve forcing Google to divest its Chrome business, although Google has argued divestiture would hurt consumers. Instead, the company has suggested allowing browser companies to have multiple default agreements with various search engines. Regulators have been digging into various aspects of Google's business, including its advertising technology, search practices and mobile operating system. In addition to the current case, Google is also facing scrutiny from antitrust regulators in Europe, the UK and other jurisdictions. The outcomes of these cases could have far-reaching implications for Google's business model and the tech industry as a whole.Today’s ruling signifies a major development in the ongoing scrutiny of Big Tech's market dominance, which echoes efforts to dismantle AT&T’s (NYSE:T) phone monopoly in the 1980s. The eventual outcome of that case led to AT&T’s breakup into seven independent enterprises, which laid the groundwork for some of today’s major telecommunications and internet services providers, including Verizon (NYSE:VZ) and Lumen Technologies (NYSE:LUMN). It also gave cable companies like Comcast room to expand into internet services. Whatever outcome Judge Brinkema decides, the ruling could reshape the online advertising landscape and have far-reaching implications for both the company and the broader tech industry.Don’t forget to follow us @INN_Technology for real-time news updates!Securities Disclosure: I, Meagen Seatter, hold no direct investment interest in any company mentioned in this article.

Here's a quick recap of the crypto landscape for Wednesday (April 16) as of 9:00 p.m. UTC.Get the latest insights on Bitcoin, Ethereum and altcoin performance along with a round-up of key cryptocurrency market news. ​Bitcoin and Ethereum price update At the time of this writing, Bitcoin (BTC) was priced at US$84,336.30 and is up 0.4 percent in 24 hours. The day's range has seen a low of US$83,592.79 and a high of US$85,311.80.23. Chart via TradingView.Bitcoin's price movements on April 16.Trade tension escalation between China and the US continues to drag on the crypto market. Ethereum (ETH) is priced at US$1,588.68, a 1.1 percent decrease over the past 24 hours. The cryptocurrency reached an intraday low of US$1,551.41 and a high of US$1,605.30. Altcoin price update Solana (SOL) is currently valued at US$132.69, up 3.7 percent over the past 24 hours. SOL experienced a low of US$124.95 and peaked as the stock markets closed on Wednesday.XRP is trading at US$2.11, reflecting a 0.6 percent decrease over the past 24 hours. The cryptocurrency recorded an intraday low of US$2.07 and reached its highest point as markets closed for the day.Sui (SUI) is priced at US$2.11, showing a decrease of 0.7 percent over the past 24 hours. It achieved a daily low of US$2.04 and a high of US$2.13Cardano (ADA) is trading at US$0.6130, down 0.9 percent over the past 24 hours. Its lowest price on Wednesday was US$0.6007, with a high of US$0.6152. Today's crypto news to know Analysts confirm crypto bear market Recent market analysis suggests the cryptocurrency market has been experiencing a bear market cycle. Bitcoin's price has been below its 200-day simple moving average (SMA) since March. The 200-day SMA is a key metric used to identify trends in Bitcoin’s price movements and potential market cycles. “The 200DMA model on bitcoin does suggest that the token’s recent steep decline qualifies this as a bear market cycle starting in late March. But the same exercise performed on the COIN50 index (which includes the top 50 tokens by market capitalization) shows the asset class as a whole has been unequivocally trading in bear market territory since the end of February,” David Duong, global head of research at Coinbase Institutional, said in a note published Monday. “All of these structural pressures stem from the uncertainty of the broader macro environment, where traditional risk assets have faced sustained headwinds from fiscal tightening and tariff policies, contributing to the paralysis in investment decision making."The authors of the report urge cautious trading for the next month or so, after which the sentiment could change “rather quickly.” Duong said the market could rebound in the second half of 2025. A market analysis by Bitcoin researcher Axel Adler Jr also points to potential for price recovery later in the year, noting the increasing dominance of US-regulated exchanges and a recurring bullish technical signal. Reduced supply, noted by analyst Borin Vest, could also contribute to upward price movement.Janover increases Solana holdings According to an April 15 announcement from real estate-focused financial technology firm Janover (NASDAQ:JNVR), the company’s Solana holdings have doubled to 163,651.7 after its latest purchase of 80,567 tokens for roughly US$10.5 million.Janover’s total Solana holdings are now worth about US$21.2 million, including staking rewards.Janover recently raised approximately US$42 million in a convertible note and warrants sale to bolster its digital asset treasury strategy. This funding round saw participation from investors including Pantera Capital, Kraken, Arrington Capital, Protagonist, The Norstar Group, Third Party Ventures, Trammell Venture Partners and 11 angel investors.The company intends to utilize the newly acquired capital to enhance its digital asset treasury strategy, including immediate staking of recently purchased SOL to generate additional revenue.Ripple Labs and SEC appeal paused amid settlement talksIn the ongoing legal dispute between Ripple Labs and the SEC, an appeals court has approved a request to halt proceedings while settlement discussions take place, raising speculation about a potential imminent resolution. The SEC is required to provide an update on the situation by June 15.China faces a regulatory dilemma over seized crypto assetsChina’s growing trove of seized cryptocurrencies — confiscated from fraud, money laundering and gambling cases — has become a legal and political hot potato as local governments debate how to convert illicit digital wealth into usable state revenue, Reuters reported.With crypto trading banned and virtual assets not recognized as legal tender, authorities currently rely on loosely regulated private firms to offload seized tokens on offshore exchanges, raising concerns over transparency, corruption and inconsistent enforcement. Legal experts, judges and financial authorities are now calling for new national guidelines, including proposals to centralize asset management, establish crypto disposal agencies or even hold confiscated Bitcoin as sovereign reserves — a potential pivot that could reshape China's crypto stance amid broader geopolitical and economic shifts.OKX ramps up US presence with exchange launch, wallet rolloutOKX, one of the world’s top cryptocurrency exchanges, is making a calculated leap into the US market with a phased rollout of its centralized trading platform and a powerful self-custody Web3 wallet for retail and institutional users. Spearheading this expansion is newly appointed US CEO Roshan Robert and a fresh San Jose headquarters, signaling the company’s strategic commitment to regulatory compliance and American market penetration. The exchange offers deep liquidity, low fees and fast execution, while the new wallet — compatible with over 130 blockchains — lets users manage NFTs, tokens and dApps across multiple ecosystems. OKX is also prioritizing transparency, publishing monthly proof-of-reserves reports verified by third-party auditors to reinforce user trust in its custodial holdings.Semler Scientific doubles down on Bitcoin despite substantial unrealized lossHealthcare technology firm Semler Scientific (NASDAQ:SMLR) revealed a US$41.8 million paper loss on its Bitcoin investment as of Q1 2025 following a sharp decline in Bitcoin’s price — from US$93,500 in January to US$82,350 in March — but has nonetheless pledged to press forward with its crypto acquisition strategy. As of March 31, the company held 3,182 Bitcoin valued at over US$263 million. It remains undeterred, announcing plans to issue up to US$500 million in securities to support further purchases and shore up operating capital. Semler also disclosed a tentative US$30 million settlement with the Department of Justice related to a civil probe, signaling ongoing legal pressures even as it pushes into risky, non-core asset classes. The firm's stock is down 36 percent this year, remaining a polarizing example of Bitcoin's expanding foothold in non-crypto industries.Oklahoma pulls out of Bitcoin reserve race after narrow senate voteOklahoma’s ambitious plan to become a state-level crypto pioneer came to an abrupt halt after its Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Act (HB1203) failed to pass the Senate Revenue and Taxation Committee by a razor-thin 6–5 vote. The proposed legislation would have allowed the State Treasurer to allocate up to 10 percent of public fund assets into Bitcoin and other large-cap digital assets, while also exploring staking mechanisms and crypto integration into retirement accounts. Supporters argued the bill could hedge against inflation and government overreach, but critics raised concerns about volatility, fiduciary responsibility and the need for deeper regulatory safeguards. With the bill's collapse, Oklahoma joins a growing list of states backing away from crypto investment, leaving Arizona, Texas and New Hampshire as the frontrunners in the race to make Bitcoin a strategic public asset. Don't forget to follow us @INN_Technology for real-time news updates!Securities Disclosure: I, Giann Liguid, hold no direct investment interest in any company mentioned in this article.Securities Disclosure: I, Meagen Seatter, hold no direct investment interest in any company mentioned in this article.

Among the companies whose shares are expected to see active trade in Friday’s session are DuPont, Nike, and KB Home.