Asian and European shares opened mixed, with Japan's Nikkei surging and oil prices rising. Investors are balancing Fed rate hopes against Middle East risks and crucial US inflation data.
Bank of Japan flags upside price risks and possible faster rate hikes
Bank of Japan flags rising inflation risks, one board member suggests faster interest rate hikes. BOJ eyes September rate hike amid weak yen.
The Korean Crypto Laundering Method Behind $6.4 Billion, and Why Police Struggle to Stop It
South Korea's Hwanchigi laundering method is behind $6.4B in illegal crypto transfers, as cases surge 152-fold with just 18 arrests.
Australian Regulator Shuts Down Cryptolink’s 96 Crypto ATMs for AML Violations
AUSTRAC suspends Cryptolink for 3 months, shutting down 96 crypto ATMs across Australia over repeated AML reporting failures and compliance violations.
Why are crypto prices going up today?
The crypto market today reached $2.22 trillion after rising 0.60% during the past 24 hours. Strong Bitcoin performance and sustained ETF inflows supported ...
Japan’s Nikkei posts highest close in nearly four weeks on AI rally
TOKYO: Japan's Nikkei share average rose 2% on Monday to its highest close in nearly four weeks, led by AI and chip-linked stocks after Wall Street's rally on Friday, though worries over the Middle ...
Summary of opinions suggests Bank of Japan set for more tightening
The Bank of Japan’s summary of opinions of the July meeting noted that inflationary risks were mounting and that policy was still accommodative . One policymake ...
Global market | Bank of Japan signals vigilance on yen weakness, keeps door open for rate hikes
The Bank of Japan monitors yen weakness closely, with Governor Kazuo Ueda highlighting its impact on import costs and inflation. While short-term rates remain at 0.75%, currency movements increasingly ...
$96 Billion Japan Bond Losses Put America Debt and Bitcoin on Alert
Japan's $96B bond losses are raising concerns over US Treasuries, the yen carry trade, and Bitcoin as the BOJ faces a difficult rate path.
Japan’s Nikkei rises 2% on AI and semiconductor gains
Japan's Nikkei index climbed 2%, driven by gains in AI and semiconductor stocks, while Middle East uncertainties and cautious trading during Obon holidays limited further growth.
Nikkei, Kospi, Hang Seng to US stocks: Global equity heatmap you must know before opening bell of Indian stock market
Global markets today: US equities rallied sharply on Friday after an unexpected contraction in July employment prompted investors to sharply scale back expectations of a near-term Fed rate hike ...
Japan’s Nikkei rises 2% as AI stocks rally, Middle East worries cap gains
Japan’s Nikkei index recorded an upward trend thanks to strong performances in AI and semiconductor stocks. Companies like Advantest and Tokyo Electron saw notable increases, while Recruit Holdings ...
Nikkei rises 1.2%, led by electronics, metals stocks
Japanese stocks were higher in early trade after weak U.S. jobs data diminished prospects for the Fed’s potential rate increases.
Which Crypto Do AI Models Say to Buy Right Now: Bitcoin, Ethereum, or XRP?
We gave ChatGPT and Claude live data on Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP and asked them to rank all three based on which is best to buy now.
Trump Crypto Took $100 Million From a Businessman With Red Flags
The curious case of Guren “Bobby” Zhou shows the ease with which investors with shady backgrounds and unknown motivations can funnel money to the president.
US Senate advances landmark crypto bill before heading on August recess
WASHINGTON, Aug 8 (Reuters) - U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune moved on Saturday to advance a major bill that would create a regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies which, if passed, would ...