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Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Asia Morning Briefing: Architect Bets Credit Will Outshine Crypto Equities as It Builds a Web3 Moody's
Good Morning, Asia. Here's what's making news in the markets: Welcome to Asia Morning Briefing, a daily summary of top stories during U.S. hours and an overview of market moves and analysis. For a detailed overview of U.S. markets, see CoinDesk's Crypto Daybook maturing digital assets market that has sophisticated market making, capital markets, and decentralized finance, is still lacking one key market infrastructure to compete with traditional finance: an institutional-grade credit agency. Architect aims to change this by launching crypto's first institutional-grade credit ratings service, similar to traditional finance's Moody's – because most TradFi ratings agencies just won't touch crypto. Sure, Moody's has dipped its toes into digital assets, but a full-blown credit agency that operates only in crypto is still missing. This is partly because crypto does not have a trusted intermediary to objectively assess creditworthiness, according to Ruben Amenyogbo, Architect's Managing Partner. The industry's anonymous actors, unconventional data, and opaque risk profiles make traditional underwriters nervous, leaving potential lenders reluctant to provide debt financing, Amenyogbo said. Then there is the ongoing surge of publicly traded companies, including miners and crypto treasury firms. They are all attempting to provide equity investors with exposure to crypto via stocks. But that market is now saturated and overvalued. 'Crypto equity is extremely overvalued. Way too much money has been raised chasing equity opportunities in crypto,' said Amenyogbo. This combination of a lack of credit agencies and an exhausted equity market creates the perfect storm for a new opportunity in Web3. 'There's a huge opportunity in credit, but no one's provided the missing market structure needed to assess risk properly," he said. This is where Architect comes in with plans to utilize its proprietary blockchain-based data to systematically evaluate credit risk and unlock new pools of institutional capital. Amenyogbo believes that the crypto market has now matured enough to support institutional-grade credit analysis. 'With equity, you look forward, you assess future growth,' Amenyogbo said. 'With credit, you must look backwards and ask, 'Have these people reliably performed?' Crypto was too young and unproven for that until recently, but now there's enough history for meaningful credit analysis.' So who benefits from such service? Bitcoin miners and Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks (DePIN) primarily, according to the Architect. In theory, with access to fiat credit, miners could reduce forced selling, allowing them to stake more assets, generate greater on-chain activity, and shift from reactive outflows to productive economic contribution, a 'double knock-on effect' that turns liquidity pressure into real value creation. "If I want to speculate on bitcoin, I would buy bitcoin. But as a credit lender, I can underwrite a bitcoin miner and make a bet on that mining operation and its cashflows outcompeting the market,' he said. Meanwhile, Architect sees Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks (DePIN) as a particularly attractive and underfunded niche for credit, with Amenyogbo explaining that DePIN provides real economic outputs rather than merely betting on digital asset price appreciation. In the end, Architect's ultimate ambition isn't just to lend, it's to rebuild crypto's capital stack from the ground up. By positioning itself as the first credible risk assessor for decentralized infrastructure and applying TradFi-grade underwriting standards, the firm hopes to unlock a new wave of institutional capital. 'Raising a $100 million fund is cool, but it's just a drop in the ocean,' Amenyogbo said. 'What we're really doing is laying the groundwork for crypto credit to scale the way traditional debt does, bundled, rated, insured, and syndicated into the largest pools of capital in the world.' Market Movers BTC: BTC is trading above $114K. "Until BTC and ETH reclaim strength with volume, the path of least resistance could remain sideways to down. Opportunistic traders may continue to find short-term setups in memecoins and alt-beta, but the broader picture hasn't flipped," market maker Enflux said in a note to CoinDesk. ETH: ETH is trading at $3500, down 2.8% as ETF outflows ramp up. Gold: Gold prices dipped during the U.S. trading day, as a stronger U.S. dollar and falling oil prices weighed on sentiment, while silver saw modest gains and mixed global economic signals, including robust Chinese services data and growing Fed rate cut odds, added complexity to market direction. Nikkei 225: Asia-Pacific markets traded mixed Tuesday after Wall Street losses, as investors digested weak U.S. economic data and new technology tariff remarks from President Trump, with Japan's Nikkei 225 slipping 0.12%. S&P 500: The S&P 500 fell 0.49% Tuesday as weak economic data and fresh Trump tariff remarks fueled concern, though analysts expect the bull market to continue despite near-term volatility. Elsewhere in Crypto SEC Says Liquid Staking Doesn't Run Afoul of Securities Laws (CoinDesk) Why Ethereum Retail Investors Remain 'Sidelined'—Even as Institutions Buy Billions (Decrypt) Solana Mobile begins shipping second-gen Seeker smartphones to customers in over 50 countries (The Block) Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Business Wire
30-07-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Architect Equity Closes Fund I at $285 Million
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Architect Equity Management, LLC ('Architect Equity' or 'Architect'), a Los Angeles-based private equity firm investing in the lower middle market, today announced the close of its institutional fund, Architect Equity Fund I LP and Architect Equity Fund I-A LP (collectively, the 'Fund' or 'Fund I'), at $285 million inclusive of the GP commitment, against its $200 million target. Architect acquires businesses across North America facing operational, financial, and/or situational challenges. The firm focuses on companies across a variety of industries within the diversified industrials, business services, and consumer staples sectors, typically with revenues between $50 million and $750 million. In January 2025, Architect completed the Fund's first platform acquisition in Gibbs Die Casting, a leading manufacturer of aluminum die-cast components primarily for the automotive industry. Connaught (U.S.) LLC acted as placement agent and Kirkland & Ellis LLP acted as legal advisor to Architect Equity for the Fund. About Architect Equity Architect Equity is a private equity firm focused on acquiring, managing, and improving businesses based in North America and operating in the lower middle market. The firm pursues companies that exhibit the opportunity for improvement and growth and can benefit from Architect's capital base, industry relationships, and operational resources. Architect Equity is comprised of a team of investors and operators that have successfully acquired and managed companies across a range of industries, geographies, and market cycles. To learn more about Architect Equity, please visit
Scotsman
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
WWE Monday Night Raw: UK start time and matches announced for July 7 2025
Your preview for WWE Monday Night Raw ahead of a very busy weekend for wrestling fans Sign up to our Arts and Culture newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Seth Rollins' new faction might have their work cut out on this evening's WWE Raw. The Architect is set to take on Penta, while his cronies Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed take on Sami Zayn and Jay Uso respectively. Here's everything that's been announced for WWE Monday Night Raw on July 7 2025, UK start time and a look ahead to this weekend's WWE Evolution PLE. To say it is a busy week for wrestling fans would be an understatement – as not one, not two, but three huge shows are scheduled to take place this weekend. All Elite Wrestling will be presenting their huge All In event on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas. The main event is set to see current AEW World Champion, Jon Moxley (the artist formerly known as Dean Ambrose), defend the belt against 'Hangman' Page in a Texas Death Match. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad But at the same time, the WWE is offering their latest NXT Premium Live Event – The Great American Bash – also on Saturday, July 12, from Atlanta, Georgia. Adding to that, the day after is the upcoming all-female WWE Evolution 2025 PLE, on Sunday, July 13, also from Atlanta. And let's not forget the prime-time special Saturday Night's Main Event XL airing on YouTube, also on Saturday, making Atlanta a true wrestling hub this weekend. With episodes of WWE Raw and WWE Smackdown happening this week (and AEW Dynamite, to keep things equitable), it's maybe not quite the buzz WrestleMania week has, but for casual wrestling fans, there is certainly plenty to choose from. But we're here to talk WWE, right? Here's your preview for tonight's episode of WWE Raw, the UK start time, and a look at the current card for the WWE's all-female Premium Live Event, WWE Evolution, taking place this weekend (July 13, 2025). Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad What matches and segments have been announced for WWE Raw on July 7 2025? Becky Lynch to appear before WWE Evolution 2025 Becky Lynch will be addressing her opponents and the WWE Universe this evening on Monday Night Raw - ahead of her title defence at WWE Evolution 2025. | Miller/Getty Images 'The Man' is back on Monday Night Raw ahead of her Triple Threat Match for the WWE Women's Intercontinental Championship at Evolution 2025. The 'Lass-kicker' is set to defend her title against both former champion Lyra Valkyria and one of the original Four Horsewomen, Bayley. With Valkyria showing signs of becoming more ruthless each week, could 'Big Time Becks' get a psychological advantage and drive a wedge between her opponents for some easy pickings this weekend? Penta v Seth Rollins An unexpected dream match comes to Raw as the enigmatic Penta takes on the visionary Seth "Freakin" Rollins! This is a first-time encounter that promises pure wrestling artistry and unpredictable action. Both men are known for their unique in-ring styles, explosive manoeuvres, and ability to steal the show. Will Penta's Lucha Libre intensity overcome Rollins' calculated chaos, or will The Architect construct another masterpiece victory? This is a must-see main event calibre bout! Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Sami Zayn v Bron Breakker The animosity between several members of WWE and Seth Rollins' new crew continues this week, with three matches involving the new group set to take place. Sami Zayn looks to take on Bron Breakker after weeks of interference from the upstart former footballer, but will Sami need to look over his shoulder should someone interfere – be it a member of Seth's entourage or a rather irate Karrion Kross? Bronson Reed v Jey Uso The heavy-hitting Bronson Reed collides with 'Main Event' Jey Uso in what's sure to be a chaotic battle! Reed's sheer power and overwhelming size present a monumental challenge for Jey's high-flying offence and fighting spirit. Will Jey's grit and agility allow him to overcome the monstrous Reed, or will Bronson flatten his opponent on the path of destruction? Prepare for an explosive confrontation! Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Roxanne Perez v Kairi Sane The WWE Women's Tag Team Champion and newest member of The Judgment Day, Roxanne Perez, takes on the cunning and dangerous Kairi Sane – the very person who took out Liv Morgan, leading to her absence on screen. This is a fascinating inter-brand showdown, pitting Perez's youthful exuberance and technical skill against Sane's hard-hitting strikes and aerial prowess. But will Big Mami Cool, Raquel Rodriguez, show a little unity with her new tag team partner and assist as only The Judgment Day do? Can Perez score a big win for Judgment Day, or will Kairi Sane prove to be too much for the champion? Tune in for this high-stakes women's division contest! What time is WWE Raw starting in the UK this evening? It's once again back to early mornings in the United Kingdom for those wanting to watch WWE Raw live on Netflix this evening. Or should that be, tomorrow morning - the latest episode is set to air from 1am BST on July 8 2025, with on-demand repeats available once the broadcast is completed. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad What matches have so far been announced for WWE Evolution 2025? It's going to be a busy weekend for wrestling fans - not just with regards to AEW's huge All In event taking place, but the WWE providing two PLE's - NXT's The Great American Bash and the all-female WWE Premium Live Event, WWE Evolution. The event is set to take place on July 13 2025 and will be screening live on Netflix (as of writing), with the current card looking as follows - but as always, the card is subject to change. WWE Evolution 2025 - current matches announced Women's World Championship : IYO SKY (c) v Rhea Ripley : IYO SKY (c) v Rhea Ripley WWE Women's Championship : Tiffany Stratton (c) v Trish Stratus : Tiffany Stratton (c) v Trish Stratus NXT Women's Championship : Jacy Jayne (c) v Jordynne Grace : Jacy Jayne (c) v Jordynne Grace No Holds Barred : Jade Cargill v Naomi : Jade Cargill v Naomi WWE Women's Intercontinental Championship : Becky Lynch v Bayley v Lyra Valkyria : Becky Lynch v Bayley v Lyra Valkyria WWE Women's Tag Team Championship : The Judgement Day (Raquel Rodriguez and Rozanne Perez) (c) v Alex Bliss and Charlotte Flair v TBA v TBA : The Judgement Day (Raquel Rodriguez and Rozanne Perez) (c) v Alex Bliss and Charlotte Flair v TBA v TBA Battle Royal for a women's world championship match at Clash in Paris
Fashion Value Chain
22-05-2025
- Business
- Fashion Value Chain
Breaking the Mold: How Tripat Girdhar is Innovating from the Inside Out
In the world of architecture and design, few names reflect the spirit of innovation quite like Tripat Girdhar, the founder and principal architect of Arete Design Studio. With over 15 years of experience and a bold, future-forward vision, Tripat has built more than just a design firm, he's created a movement. Established in 2009, Arete Design Studio was born out of a simple but radical belief: architecture should inspire, not imitate. Right from the outset, Tripat sought to break away from convention, embedding purpose, sustainability, and emotional intelligence into every project. His work, which spans six Indian states and reaches into Australia and New Zealand, is a testament to that philosophy. Tripat Girdhar, Founder at Arete Design Studio 'Good design is more than form and function-it's an emotion, a mindset, and a promise to build responsibly for the future,' says Tripat Girdhar, Founder at Arete Design Studio. 'At Arete, we don't just draw buildings-we shape experiences, solve problems, and imagine how people will feel, move, and live inside those spaces. Every line we sketch is a step toward smarter cities, greener communities, and more meaningful interactions between people and their environments. Design should respond to the needs of tomorrow without losing the soul of today.' But Tripat's journey wasn't shaped by ease or entitlement. Coming from humble beginnings, Tripat carved his path with nothing but determination and a clear vision. He earned his degree in architecture and immediately began applying a cross-disciplinary, research-driven approach that set him apart in an industry often stuck in repetition. His portfolio today includes over 70 completed projects, more than 300,000 sq. ft. under development, and celebrated landmarks like Marbella Grand, Escon Primera, Jubilee Vallum View, and the towering Fashion Tower, a 32-story architectural feat that has redefined Chandigarh's skyline. Under Tripat's leadership, Arete Design Studio has become synonymous with design that dares to lead, blending art, technology, and environmental responsibility in ways that resonate with both urban lifestyles and cultural context. His work has not gone unnoticed. In 2025, Arete was honored as the 'Leading & Futuristic Architecture & Design Firm of the Year' for North India, and Tripat himself received the 'Visionary & Innovative Architect & Designer of the Year' award-recognition of his role in reshaping the architectural narrative. Tripat's vision for Arete is as expansive as his designs, 'We're not here to follow trends. We're here to define the next era of living and working spaces,'adds Girdhar. 'Innovation is in our DNA-not just in what we build, but how we think. Our goal is to create spaces that are intelligent, sustainable, and deeply human. Whether we're designing a high-rise or a home, we always ask: Will this improve how people live Will this inspire pride and purpose That's the standard we hold ourselves to.' With innovation at its core and legacy on the horizon, Arete Design Studio continues to break the mold-not just in Chandigarh, but across continents.
Associated Press
15-04-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Ometria Announces New Relationship with Foot Locker to Drive Personalized Customer Experiences
LONDON, April 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ometria today announces that Foot Locker, Inc. (Foot Locker), a leading footwear and apparel retailer, has chosen Ometria as its new Customer Data Platform (CDP) to help accelerate its data-powered customer marketing and deepen relationships with customers as a key pillar of its Lace Up Plan. We believe this strategic decision will help enable Foot Locker to deliver personalized experiences across its key customer channels. With Ometria, Foot Locker will leverage a robust data foundation to enable true personalization at scale, helping to ensure that customer interactions are relevant and engaging across every channel. 'We are thrilled to work with Ometria as our Customer Data Platform to unify our customer data we're gathering through programs like our enhanced FLX Rewards loyalty program to unlock deeper, more meaningful connections with our customers,' said Stephanie Bleymaier, Vice President, Loyalty & CRM at Foot Locker. 'Ometria's advanced data capabilities, innovative vision, and ability to deliver real-time, actionable insights to our marketing team will empower us to drive more personalized experiences with our customers.' Ometria echoes this excitement. 'We're thrilled to support Foot Locker – a brand that truly understands the impact of data-driven personalization. At Ometria, our mission is to help retailers turn customer data into marketing experiences as personal and seamless as shopping in-store. We're proud to support Foot Locker's journey in leveraging our CDP to gain deeper customer insights and deliver meaningful, relevant experiences that drive engagement and long-term loyalty,' said Djalal Lougouev, President and Co-Founder of Ometria. This relationship reflects Ometria's commitment to empowering retail marketers with data-driven insights that create marketing experiences customers love. As more companies recognize the importance of providing actionable customer data to their business teams, Ometria is proud to support Foot Locker in achieving their goals. To learn how Ometria is helping businesses like Foot Locker, Inc., visit or contact [email protected]. About Ometria Ometria is the only Customer Data and Experience Platform (CDXP) built for commerce, combining an enterprise-grade CDP with cross-channel marketing execution. Its agentic AI, Architect AI™, continuously optimizes campaigns, explores data, and delivers predictive insights. Trusted by leading retailers like Foot Locker, Sephora, and Steve Madden, Ometria helps retailers create experiences their customers love. Media Contact: Adam Logan VP of Marketing Ometria [email protected] Logo - View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Ometria
