Sebi rejects Anil Ambani’s settlement request over Reliance Infrastructure

India’s market regulator has rejected Anil Ambani’s settlement bids concerning allegations of misusing nearly $700 million in company funds. The Securities and Exchange Board of India cited parallel investigations by other agencies, stating the transactions could be for personal enrichment. This marks the second settlement rejection for Ambani, with the group categorically denying the claims.

AI rout exposes Wall Street’s $270 billion speculation machine

A recent tech sell-off exposed how modern speculation amplifies both rallies and reversals. Retail investors’ enthusiasm for leveraged products tied to AI chips and SpaceX, alongside financial engineering in crypto, led to rapid gains and equally swift losses. These products, designed for faster, more concentrated bets, are increasingly shaping market dynamics, bringing a casino-like element…

European shares slip as tech selloff bites, Zalando slides

European markets retreated from record highs Friday, with tech stocks mirroring global weakness. Zalando shares plunged after a German probe into its accounts, impacting the retail sector. Investors grappled with AI’s uncertain impact on tech, while chipmakers saw declines. Despite the dip, the STOXX 600 managed modest weekly gains, buoyed by easing oil concerns and…