Russia challenges US dominance with new cryptocurrency exchanges

This shift toward embracing cryptocurrencies by major global players like Russia and China could signal a new era in the digital currency space. If more nations begin to accumulate bitcoin, the scarcity of this asset could drive its value higher, potentially reshaping the global financial landscape.

Poison pills will hurt Seven & i and Japan

An iconic company appears to be failing an acid test on Japan Inc reforms. Seven & i is seeking a higher level of government protection barely a week after the $38 billion company confirmed Canada's Alimentation Couche-Tard had made a preliminary takeover offer. ( read original story ...)