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The U.S. dollar eased slightly on Friday but was on track to record a third week of gains following stronger-than-forecast economic reports that dampened expectations for imminent interest rate reductions by the Federal Reserve. Key data points, including a notable drop in jobless claims and steady retail sales, reinforced confidence in the stabili…
The U.S. dollar experienced a slight dip on Friday but was on track to post its third consecutive weekly gain, buoyed by stronger-than-anticipated economic data that diminished market expectations of imminent Federal Reserve interest rate reductions. Key metrics, particularly employment figures, signaled ongoing economic resilience, influencing cur…
South Korea's commitment to invest $350 billion into strategic U.S. sectors as part of a recent trade agreement is not expected to commence in the first half of 2026. Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol highlighted the initial phases of implementation will be limited, which may moderate short-term dollar outflows amid a weakening won. With the South Kor…
South Korea's commitment to invest $350 billion in key U.S. sectors, agreed under a recent trade deal, is expected to see little movement during the first half of 2026 due to procedural timelines and currency market conditions. The Finance Minister reassured that the won's depreciation would not lead to substantial capital outflows in the near term…
South Korea's extensive $350 billion investment initiative in strategic U.S. industries, agreed upon within a recent trade arrangement, is anticipated to commence after the first half of 2026. Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol highlighted process complexities and currency depreciation pressures as key factors delaying the rollout. The government aims …
South Korea's promised $350 billion investment in strategic U.S. industries, part of a bilateral trade agreement, is not expected to commence within the first half of 2026. Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol indicated slower initial outflows due to required procedural steps and expressed concerns over the weakening won's impact on currency stability. T…
South Korea’s commitment to invest $350 billion in strategic U.S. industries under a bilateral trade agreement is expected to begin later than the first half of 2026, according to Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol. Escalating depreciation pressures on the South Korean won and pending U.S. tariff rulings contribute to cautious outlooks for immediate ou…
Bitcoin retreated slightly in Asian trading after a brief surge to $96,000, following the postponement of key US legislative discussions intended to clarify digital asset regulation. The delay stemmed from opposition by Coinbase to the proposed bill’s stablecoin provisions, dampening enthusiasm despite this week’s overall gains driven by notable co…
Asian currencies showed limited movement on Friday as the U.S. dollar remained steady near a six-week high, bolstered by robust U.S. economic data that diminished expectations for imminent Federal Reserve rate reductions. The yen recovered modestly following government warnings against sharp depreciation, while other regional currencies exhibited m…
Asian currencies exhibited limited movement on Friday, with the US dollar maintaining strength close to a six-week high following robust US economic indicators. Data reflecting a strong labor market has encouraged markets to delay anticipation of Federal Reserve rate reductions. Meanwhile, the Japanese yen stabilized after policy makers issued warn…
Most Asian currencies remained range-bound Friday as the U.S. dollar sustained its position close to a six-week peak. Robust U.S. labor data diminished hopes for imminent Federal Reserve interest rate reductions. The Japanese yen rebounded modestly following government warnings against rapid depreciation, while other Asian currencies showed margina…
Asian currencies mostly traded within narrow bands as strong U.S. labor market data strengthen expectations that the Federal Reserve will maintain current interest rates for the near term. The U.S. dollar remains close to a six-week high, while the Japanese yen steadies slightly after government intervention to prevent further decline. Other major …
Asian currencies mostly traded within limited ranges, supported by steady U.S. dollar levels as recent U.S. labor market data and Federal Reserve officials' comments suggest a pause in interest rate reductions. The Japanese yen marginally rebounded following government intervention, while other Asian currencies showed mixed but generally stable per…
A U.S. District Court in California dismissed a lawsuit from the Justice Department seeking comprehensive voter registration data, including sensitive personal details. The ruling emphasized privacy protections and the potential negative impact on voter participation, marking a setback for the Department's efforts to obtain such information amid on…
U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed support for the newly formed Palestinian Technocratic Government tasked with managing Gaza during a transitional period. This announcement coincides with the initiation of a second phase of a ceasefire that came into effect in October but remains unstable. The technocratic government, composed of 15 members…
Litecoin's value fell sharply by over 10% on Thursday, marking its biggest daily percentage decrease since November 2025. The decline trimmed Litecoin's market capitalization to $5.70 billion, representing a small fraction of the overall cryptocurrency market. This downturn follows an 8.21% drop over the past week, amidst moderate trading volumes. …
The dYdX Foundation published its 2025 annual report detailing robust recovery and growth in on-chain derivatives trading, expanded product offerings, and governance initiatives aimed at long-term sustainability of the ecosystem. Key milestones include a trading volume surpassing $1.55 trillion, a surge in quarterly volumes to $34.3 billion by Q4, …
Marking its first year since launch, USDT0, the unified liquidity network for Tether's stablecoin USDT, has moved over $63 billion in value, emerging as the fastest-growing cross-chain liquidity network. Supporting seamless movement across 18 major blockchains and processing more than $431 million in bridge volume daily, USDT0 is redefining stablec…
TenX Protocols Inc., a blockchain infrastructure firm, has acquired approximately 219.7 billion BONK tokens, solidifying a strategic partnership with BONK Contributors. This acquisition follows TenX's recent successful $29.9 million CAD financing round and its TSX Venture Exchange debut. The collaboration intends to enhance educational efforts and …
OpenServ has entered a foundational design partnership with Neol to enhance AI reasoning capabilities tailored for enterprise and public sector applications under real-world operational pressures. The initiative focuses on improving the accuracy, reliability, and development agility of AI systems in highly regulated and complex network settings. In…
Bitcoin has experienced a notable rebound after dipping below $90,000, climbing back above its 50-day moving average. Despite this improvement in short-term technical indicators, market analysis suggests the cryptocurrency remains vulnerable, with potential resistance near the 200-day moving average and signs of limited investor enthusiasm for risk…
A recent Reuters/Ipsos survey highlights a notable division within the Republican ranks regarding the federal immigration enforcement approach spearheaded by President Donald Trump. While Trump’s overall approval remains high among Republicans, opinions differ substantially on whether immigration agents should prioritize arrests even at the risk of…
Bank of America projects a rebound for the Korean won against the U.S. dollar by the end of 2026, with a forecasted rate of 1,395 USD/KRW, despite present depreciation pressures. The forecast underscores ongoing outflows driven by retail investors holding significant U.S. tech stocks, prompting Korean government interventions such as capital gains …
Bank of America anticipates a strengthening of the Korean won against the U.S. dollar by the end of 2026, projecting a USD/KRW rate of 1,395. Current depreciation pressures remain, fueled mainly by significant outflows from retail investors. The Korean government's recent capital gains tax reduction on foreign equities aims to alleviate these outfl…
Bank of America projects the Korean won will regain strength against the U.S. dollar by the end of 2026, anticipating a USD/KRW exchange rate of 1,395 despite ongoing depreciation pressures. The bank identifies retail investor outflows as the primary cause of weakness and highlights recent government tax reforms aimed at mitigating capital flight. …
