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XRP Surges Past Bitcoin and Ethereum on South Korea’s Upbit Exchange Amid Strong Local Demand
Crypto & Fintech

XRP Surges Past Bitcoin and Ethereum on South Korea’s Upbit Exchange Amid Strong Local Demand

XRP recently outpaced Bitcoin and Ethereum on South Korea’s largest crypto exchange, driven by sustained local retail interest and significant coin accumulation by large investors.

China mandates physical buttons for key car functions, reversing touchscreen trend
AI & Tech Regulation

China mandates physical buttons for key car functions, reversing touchscreen trend

China has introduced new regulations requiring automakers to install physical controls for essential safety functions, challenging the touchscreen dominance led by Tesla and some EV makers.

Fed Minutes Highlight AI-Driven Inflation Risks While Rate Hike Remains Possible
Markets & Macro

Fed Minutes Highlight AI-Driven Inflation Risks While Rate Hike Remains Possible

Federal Reserve minutes reveal inflation pressures from AI demand and geopolitical tensions, keeping the door open for interest rate hikes despite a recent pause.

Fiat Introduces $13,995 Topolino EV to U.S. Market as Ultra-Compact Neighborhood Vehicle
Energy & Climate

Fiat Introduces $13,995 Topolino EV to U.S. Market as Ultra-Compact Neighborhood Vehicle

Fiat launches the 2026 Topolino EV in the U.S. priced at $13,995, designed as a low-speed, short-range electric vehicle for city and community use.

IMF Cuts 2026 Global Growth Outlook to 3% Amid Rising Oil Prices and Geopolitical Risks
Markets & Macro

IMF Cuts 2026 Global Growth Outlook to 3% Amid Rising Oil Prices and Geopolitical Risks

The IMF lowered its global economic growth forecast to 3% for 2026, citing the Iran conflict and surging oil prices despite productivity gains from AI investments.

China Considers Allowing Limited NVIDIA H200 Chip Sales to Domestic Tech Giants
Trade & Tariffs

China Considers Allowing Limited NVIDIA H200 Chip Sales to Domestic Tech Giants

China may lift its ban on NVIDIA’s H200 AI chips, permitting companies like Alibaba and ByteDance to acquire restricted quantities amid ongoing US export controls.

Federal Reserve Officials Disagree on Inflation Outlook and Policy Direction
Markets & Macro

Federal Reserve Officials Disagree on Inflation Outlook and Policy Direction

Recent Federal Reserve minutes reveal sharp divisions among policymakers regarding the future of U.S. inflation and the appropriate course for monetary policy.

EU Proposes More Gradual CO2 Cuts and Increased Free Permits in Carbon Market Reform
Energy & Climate

EU Proposes More Gradual CO2 Cuts and Increased Free Permits in Carbon Market Reform

The European Commission plans to slow CO2 reduction targets and expand free emissions permits for industry in an upcoming overhaul of the EU’s carbon trading system.

Rising Overseas Demand Pushes U.S. Fuel Reserves to Seasonal Lows Amid Global Tensions
Energy & Climate

Rising Overseas Demand Pushes U.S. Fuel Reserves to Seasonal Lows Amid Global Tensions

Record U.S. fuel exports driven by propane and diesel shipments strain reserves as conflict with Iran escalates and Russia halts diesel exports.

Adam Back’s Bitcoin Treasury Firm Seeks Revised Terms for SPAC Merger with Cantor
Crypto & Fintech

Adam Back’s Bitcoin Treasury Firm Seeks Revised Terms for SPAC Merger with Cantor

Bitcoin Standard Treasury Company has scrapped its original SPAC merger deal with Cantor Equity Partners, opting to negotiate terms that better align with current market conditions.