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SCANDIC COIN, a digital currency within a closed ecosystem
SCANDIC COIN, a digital currency within a closed ecosystem

SCANDIC COIN (SNC) is a newly launched international blockchain project operated by the Scandic Finance Group (SFG) as a brand ecosystem. The Hong Kong-based group has created a digital currency that connects real-world companies with over 30 years’ experience in finance, property, mobility, data and lifestyle. The official website describes SCANDIC COIN (https://www.SCANDIC COIN.dev) as the “transactional heart” of an ecosystem.

April 13, 2026

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'Beautiful' battle with Sinner extra motivation: Alcaraz
'Beautiful' battle with Sinner extra motivation: Alcaraz

Spanish tennis star Carlos Alcaraz said Monday his battle with new world number one Jannik Sinner was giving him extra inspiration ahead of the Barcelona Open.

April 13, 2026

Szoboszlai says sorry to Liverpool fans after Man City incident
Szoboszlai says sorry to Liverpool fans after Man City incident

Dominik Szoboszlai has apologised to Liverpool fans as the Reds midfielder claimed there was a "misunderstanding" over his body language after the recent FA Cup defeat at Manchester City.

April 13, 2026

Goldman Sachs eyes more corporate mergers despite war uncertainty
Goldman Sachs eyes more corporate mergers despite war uncertainty

Goldman Sachs reported strong first-quarter earnings on Monday, pointing to continued client interest in dealmaking that so far has not been derailed by the Middle East War.

April 13, 2026

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Liverpool need 'very special' night to stun PSG, says Slot
Liverpool need 'very special' night to stun PSG, says Slot

Arne Slot admits Liverpool will need a "very special" performance to overturn their 2-0 deficit against Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League quarter-final second leg on Tuesday.

April 13, 2026

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French court gives teacher suspended sentence over pupil's suicide
French court gives teacher suspended sentence over pupil's suicide

A French court Monday handed a suspended one-year jail sentence to a teacher for bullying an 11-year-old pupil who killed herself in 2019, in a rare such verdict in the country.

April 13, 2026