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France is warning it may block cryptocurrency firms licensed in other EU countries from operating locally, citing concerns about gaps in enforcement under the new MiCA framework. The French financial watchdog argues that some firms are exploiting looser jurisdictions, and together with Italy and Austria, is calling for ESMA to oversee major crypto companies directly. The move could challenge the EU’s “passporting” mechanism and reshape the bloc’s crypto regulatory landscape.

Oppo Find X9 series will launch in October in China. Ahead of the launch, Oppo has revealed the chipset and AnTuTu score of the Find X9 Pro model. The Oppo Find X9 Pro has also turned up on the Geekbench website with the model number PJD110. Both models are expected to feature OLED displays made by Tianma.

Amazon’s Great Indian Festival starts on September 23 in India, with Prime members getting 24-hour early access. The sale will feature major discounts, exchange deals, and special offers across categories. Shoppers using SBI debit and credit cards can get a 10 percent instant discount, along with extra benefits on EMI transactions. Additional savings can be availed through coupons and exchange offers, lowering the effective price further during the festival. Here we have a list of the best early deals on smart TVs from top brands.

Amazon’s Great Indian Festival Sale 2025 kicks off on September 23, promising major discounts across categories including smartphones, laptops, smart TVs, wearables, and speakers. Billed as the company’s biggest annual event in India, the sale will run for an indefinite period. Notably, deals on Amazon’s Echo devices are already live, giving buyers an early chance to grab smart home products.