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Oliver Chu, a three-year-old from California, is the first person worldwide to undergo a pioneering gene therapy for Hunter syndrome—a rare inherited condition. His promising progress is offering new hope after historical setbacks in treating this devastating illness.

Business leaders are on edge as the chancellor's Budget announcement approaches, following last year's significant tax increases. There's widespread uncertainty and apprehension in the corporate world, with potential changes to business rates, energy costs, and sector-specific taxes under discussion. The Budget is expected to impact the economy, though with efforts to balance tax hikes with incentives for growth.

David Cameron, former Prime Minister of the UK, has publicly shared his recent treatment for prostate cancer. Encouraged by his wife to get tested, Cameron underwent a series of medical procedures after a high PSA test result, ultimately leading to focal therapy treatment. He aims to advocate for improved cancer screening for high-risk groups.

Kawaiicon, New Zealand’s premier hacker conference, has introduced a real-time, room-by-room carbon dioxide monitoring system to prevent post-convention illnesses commonly known as 'con crud.'

The International Association of Cryptologic Research (IACR) voided its annual leadership election after a key part of the decryption process was lost, highlighting vulnerabilities even in advanced cryptographic systems.

A 57-year-old Irish man developed a rare infection on his penis, potentially linked to his work with dead animals. Despite initial treatment for a bacterial skin infection, his symptoms worsened, leading to a diagnosis of miliary tuberculosis, likely caused by extensive exposure to dead animals.

John Williams, the president of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, delivered a significant speech suggesting a potential interest rate cut, sparking optimism in the financial markets. His remarks imply that the Fed leadership may favor a rate adjustment soon, likely in December. This development comes amid divisions within the Federal Open Market Committee and market concerns over an AI bubble and monetary policy.

Bitcoin's value dropped significantly, influenced by the sell-off of major U.S. stock indices and its correlation with the Nasdaq index. The cryptocurrency's value fell to its lowest level since April, affected by large-scale liquidations and diminishing ETF inflows.

Robinhood's stock plummeted 12.4% this week as the market downturn in cryptocurrency and AI sectors affected its growth, reflecting a shift away from risk-heavy investments.