Bitcoin soared to a new all-time high, briefly testing $110,000, driven by softer U.S. inflation data and optimism over pending cryptocurrency regulations. Increased inflows into spot ETFs and BlackRock’s significant Ethereum purchases further buoyed sentiment. Market participants are closely watching the U.S. Senate’s progress on a comprehensive crypto bill.

Indian travelers are rapidly canceling trips to Turkey and Azerbaijan following Operation Sindoor, with online travel agencies reporting a 60% drop in bookings and a 250% surge in cancellations over the past week. The fallout highlights how geopolitical events can swiftly impact regional tourism and related businesses.

The ARK Innovation ETF is facing scrutiny from investors concerned about its limited gains, with recent discussions questioning whether it can deliver more than marginal returns. This comes amid a broader market rally, prompting some to reassess the fund’s growth prospects relative to major indices and peers.