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Crypto exchanges are seeking to quickly shore up their defenses following the record $6.3bn hack of Binance, the world's largest player in the sector. Observers say the industry will need to address security issues with urgency as President Donald Trump's regulators move to make digital assets more embedded in mainstream finance. Binance's rivals, including Kraken and Coinbase, say they are bolstering their own systems in a bid to reassure customers that their tokens are safe. "For crypto to reach its full potential, the security situation must be addressed immediately," said Chris Perkins, Franklin Templeton's head of crypto. Some in the industry are urging the development of a coordinated hack detection system. "We need a real-time alert system that allows participants to share information immediately when a hack occurs, coordinate a rapid response, and temporarily freeze suspected stolen funds," Star Xu, CEO of crypto exchange OKX, wrote in a post on X.
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France's retailers are facing significant disruption ahead of the crucial Christmas trading period as nationwide protests over rising living costs and fuel prices have damaged approximately 2,400 stores and forced widespread closures. The French Chamber of Commerce estimates retail losses have exceeded €1bn, while Morningstar DBRS warns total losses could approach $2bn, including uninsured damage and lost revenue. Consumer confidence has fallen to a 13-year low, raising concerns ahead of November and December, which typically account for 40% of annual retail turnover. More than a quarter of damaged stores remain closed, with further demonstrations threatening additional disruption. Retailers have warned that prolonged unrest could significantly weaken festive sales and tourism, placing further pressure on France's already fragile consumer spending environment.
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