Bio
Saqib is COO and co-founder at A47 AI, where he runs operations and leads the prediction-markets initiative. He covers crypto, Web3, and the decentralization of the sport and entertainment economy.
Editorial Responsibility
As A47's prediction-markets and crypto editor, I am responsible for our coverage of these markets and Web3 — ensuring it is grounded in real product, data, and revenue rather than speculation.
Previous experience · 14+ years
- · WPP Media (GroupM PK, Wavemaker PH)
- · MYCO
- · ARY Digital Network
Education
MBA Marketing, SZABIST
Areas of expertise
Categories overseen
Stories from Saqib Pathan’s desk
8370 stories- Business· World
Lennar Corporation Reports Q3 2026 Earnings Miss and Lowers Full-Year Delivery Guidance
Lennar Corporation reported a significant earnings miss for Q3 2026, with net earnings of $284 million and a downward revision of its full-year home delivery guidance to 80,000–81,000 units. This shift is primarily driven by rising interest rates and affordability challenges impacting the U.S. housing market. The long-term implication suggests continued pressure on homebuilders and potential further adjustments in housing market strategies as economic conditions evolve.
3 sourcesSep 19Low
- Business· World
Holtec Nuclear Postpones U.S. IPO Due to Market Conditions
Holtec Nuclear Corp has postponed its planned initial public offering, originally set for September 17, 2026, due to adverse market conditions. The decision comes amid investor caution influenced by uncertainties in AI-driven data center demand and rising interest rates affecting the nuclear sector. This postponement may signal ongoing challenges for nuclear companies in securing investor confidence and could delay future IPOs in the industry.
3 sourcesSep 19Low
- Economy· World
Federal Reserve Increases Interest Rate by 0.25 Percentage Points to Combat Inflation
The Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate by 0.25 percentage points on September 16, 2026, marking the first increase since July 2023. This decision was driven by persistent inflation pressures, particularly from rising energy costs, and was made unanimously by the Federal Open Market Committee. The long-term implication suggests further rate hikes may be anticipated as the Fed aims to stabilize inflation ahead of the upcoming midterm elections.
6 sourcesSep 19Low
- Business· World
Continental Resources Signs Preliminary Oil Development Deal with Venezuela's PDVSA
On September 16, 2026, Continental Resources, led by Harold Hamm, secured a preliminary memorandum of understanding with Venezuela's PDVSA to develop the Ayacucho 2 oil block. This agreement is part of U.S. efforts to revitalize Venezuelan oil production following the capture of Nicolás Maduro earlier this year. The long-term implication is an increase in American investment in Venezuela's energy sector, potentially stabilizing global oil supply and prices.
4 sourcesSep 19Low
- Economy· World
U.S. Federal Reserve Raises Interest Rates for First Time in Three Years
The U.S. Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points on September 17, 2026, marking its first increase in three years. This decision was driven by solid economic growth and geopolitical uncertainties, particularly related to the Middle East conflict. The long-term implication may lead to increased pressure on the Bank of Canada to adjust its rates in response to the weakening Canadian dollar and rising inflation risks.
6 sourcesSep 19High
- Economy· World
Federal Reserve Increases Interest Rate by 25 Basis Points to Address Inflation
On September 16, 2026, the U.S. Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate by 0.25 percentage points to a target range of 3.75%-4.00%. This decision was triggered by persistent inflation pressures exacerbated by the ongoing Iran war's impact on energy prices. The long-term implication suggests that further rate hikes may be anticipated as the Fed aims to maintain price stability amid economic uncertainty.
3 sourcesSep 19Moderate
- Economy· UAE
Sheikh Hamdan Reviews Labor Market Development and Emiratisation Efforts in UAE
On September 19, 2026, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum convened a meeting to assess initiatives aimed at enhancing national talent competitiveness in the UAE labor market. This meeting is driven by the UAE's ongoing commitment to integrate advanced technologies and boost Emirati participation in the private sector. The long-term implication is a strengthened knowledge-based economy that relies on a skilled national workforce prepared for future challenges.
3 sourcesSep 19Low
- Economy· MENA
Oil Prices Remain Above $100 per Barrel Amid Middle East Geopolitical Tensions
Oil prices have sustained above $100 per barrel for the second consecutive week as of September 18, 2026. This surge is primarily driven by renewed Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia and the shutdown of Saudi Arabia's East-West pipeline, coinciding with Iranian threats regarding the Strait of Hormuz. Long-term implications suggest that without de-escalation, prices may remain elevated, impacting global energy markets and inflation rates.
3 sourcesSep 19Low
- Crypto· World
Zcash Price Surges Past $1,500 Following Governance Vote and Institutional Interest
Zcash (ZEC) price rallied to approximately $1,455 after reaching an intraday high of $1,535, marking a significant increase of over 190% since August. This surge was triggered by a community governance vote supporting Network Upgrade 7 proposals, which garnered near-unanimous backing. Analysts predict that if ZEC maintains momentum above $1,500, it could enter a price discovery phase with targets reaching $2,000 despite potential short-term corrections.
5 sourcesSep 19High
- Economy· World
Oil Futures Stabilize After Easing Supply Concerns in Middle East
Oil futures concluded the week nearly unchanged on September 18, 2026, with WTI at $100.30 per barrel and Brent at $103.87 per barrel. The immediate pullback followed reports of potential partial resumption of Saudi Arabia's East-West pipeline, alleviating fears from earlier disruptions. Long-term, the market will likely remain sensitive to ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, impacting future supply stability.
3 sourcesSep 19Low
- Economy· World
U.S. stock markets experience mixed performance following Federal Reserve's first rate hike since 2023
On September 18, 2026, U.S. equity markets closed with mixed results as investors reacted to the Federal Reserve's initial interest rate increase in three years. The immediate trigger for this volatility was the 25-basis-point rate hike announced earlier in the week, alongside easing oil prices and stabilizing Treasury yields. In the long term, analysts anticipate further rate hikes may be necessary as the Fed seeks to balance inflation control with economic growth.
3 sourcesSep 19Low
- Crypto· World
US Senate Rejects CLARITY Act, Halting Crypto Regulation Efforts
The US Senate voted 49-50 against advancing the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act, effectively killing the bipartisan initiative for federal regulatory clarity on digital assets. This rejection was triggered by partisan disputes over ethics provisions and concerns from the banking industry, compounded by the upcoming midterm elections. The long-term implication is a continued regulatory vacuum for the cryptocurrency market, leading to increased uncertainty and potential market volatility.
14 sourcesSep 19Low
- Economy· MENA
Saudi-Egypt Bilateral Trade Surpasses $82.2 Billion from 2021 to 2025
Cumulative bilateral trade between Saudi Arabia and Egypt has exceeded $82.2 billion during the 2021-2025 period, as reported on 15 September 2026. This growth is driven by a compound annual growth rate of 5.66 percent, with 2025 alone seeing an 11 percent increase in trade volume. The long-term implication suggests a strengthening of economic ties and potential for further regional collaboration as both nations pursue mutual development initiatives.
3 sourcesSep 18Low
- Economy· MENA
US Federal Reserve Resumes Rate Hikes Amid Inflation and Oil Price Surge
On September 16, 2026, the US Federal Reserve raised benchmark interest rates by 25 basis points, marking its first hike since 2023. This decision was triggered by unexpectedly high core inflation data and sustained oil prices exceeding $100 per barrel, reversing prior expectations for monetary easing. The long-term implication is a potential tightening of monetary policy across global markets, particularly affecting GCC central banks that synchronized their rate hikes to maintain currency stability.
4 sourcesSep 18Moderate
- Business· UAE
Etihad Rail and Dubai Metro to Integrate for Enhanced Inter-Emirate Travel by 2032
Etihad Rail and Dubai Metro have announced plans for integration that will facilitate seamless inter-emirate travel, with passenger services set to launch in September 2026. This initiative is driven by the UAE's ongoing efforts to reduce road congestion and enhance public transport options amid national transport master planning. Long-term, this integration is expected to significantly increase public transport usage and decrease reliance on private vehicles for cross-emirate commutes.
4 sourcesSep 18Low
- Crypto· World
Solana Mainnet Activates Transaction V1 Upgrade Increasing Capacity to 4,096 Bytes
Solana has activated its Transaction V1 upgrade on the mainnet, expanding the maximum transaction size from 1,232 bytes to 4,096 bytes. This upgrade, coordinated by the Solana Foundation and Anza, addresses previous limitations on transaction payloads and enables more complex operations. In the long term, this enhancement is expected to facilitate the growth of decentralized finance (DeFi) applications and improve user experience without requiring significant changes for existing users.
3 sourcesSep 18Low
- Crypto· World
BIS Study Reveals Significant Variability in Bitcoin On-Chain Transfer Estimates
The Bank for International Settlements published a working paper indicating that Bitcoin on-chain transfer value estimates can vary by up to sixfold based on methodological choices. This revelation comes as the cryptocurrency market increasingly relies on on-chain data for economic assessments, highlighting the need for methodological transparency. In the long term, this could lead to more rigorous standards and practices in the reporting of blockchain metrics across the industry.
3 sourcesSep 18Low
- Economy· World
European Central Bank Initiates Merchant Call for Digital Euro Pilot Program
The European Central Bank has launched a call for expressions of interest from e-commerce and mobile-commerce merchants to participate in a digital euro pilot set to begin in the second half of 2027. This initiative is triggered by ongoing efforts to enhance monetary sovereignty and reduce reliance on non-European payment providers, following the selection of 36 payment service providers earlier this year. The long-term implication is that the pilot will inform design decisions for a potential digital euro issuance, contingent on EU legislative approval by the end of 2026.
3 sourcesSep 18Low
- Crypto· World
Ethereum and Base End Joint Efforts on Account Abstraction Standard
Ethereum and Base have officially abandoned their attempts to create a unified account abstraction standard after extensive negotiations. The breakdown was triggered by fundamental differences in priorities, with Ethereum focusing on censorship resistance and security, while Base emphasized scalability and compliance. This split is likely to lead to increased fragmentation in wallet development, as developers will need to cater to separate transaction formats for each network.
3 sourcesSep 18Moderate
- Crypto· World
Two Robinhood Engineers Charged with Insider Trading in Cryptocurrency Markets
U.S. prosecutors have charged two former Robinhood engineers with commodities fraud and wire fraud for trading on confidential information regarding cryptocurrency listings. The charges come amid increasing regulatory scrutiny of cryptocurrency markets and highlight the enforcement of federal fraud statutes against insider trading. This case may lead to stricter regulations and oversight of trading practices in decentralized finance platforms.
5 sourcesSep 18Low