Backpack Expands Tokenized Equities with 24/7 Trading

Crypto exchange Backpack has launched 24/7 trading for select tokenized US equities, allowing international investors to trade stocks including SpaceX, Micron and SanDisk around the clock. Under the initial offering, Backpack said that investors would receive direct ownership of the underlying securities rather than synthetic exposure, with trades settling instantly and funded in fiat currency … Read more

Diamondbacks Draft Intriguing Lefty Flamethrower

The Arizona Diamondbacks, with their sixth-round pick, have selected yet another college player in the 2026 MLB Draft. Arizona takes left-handed pitcher Micah Worley, a starting pitcher from Stony Brook University in New York with an imposing frame and a big fastball. Follow along live with Arizona Diamondbacks On SI’s 2026 Draft tracker, updated with … Read more

Pakistan Crypto Regulator Seeks Dialogue Over Islamic Ruling

Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (PVARA) chairman Bilal bin Saqib has called for continued dialogue on the treatment of digital assets under Islamic law after meeting prominent scholar Mufti Taqi Usmani, who backed a ruling against purchases made with crypto. In a Saturday post, Saqib said the discussion covered blockchain technology, digital assets, stablecoins and … Read more

Larry Birkhead Speaks Out Against Anna Nicole Smith’s Doctor Biopic, Says Film Causes ‘Harm’ To Their Daughter Dannielynn!

Larry Birkhead is not happy about the upcoming biopic about his ex Anna Nicole Smith! Nearly 20 years after the model passed away, a film is coming out called Trust Me, I’m a Doctor, which tells the story of Dr. Sandeep Kapoor. You may recall that the physician was charged with illegally funneling excessive prescription … Read more