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China Targets ASEAN Trade with Digital Yuan, Pilots Cross-Border Payments with Singapore
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China Targets ASEAN Trade with Digital Yuan, Pilots Cross-Border Payments with Singapore

China's central bank is expanding the digital yuan's reach, launching a cross-border payment pilot with Singapore. The move aims to challenge the US dollar's dominance and internationalize the yuan.

Sling Money Secures UK FCA Approval as Solana-Based Stablecoin Payments Gain Traction
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Sling Money Secures UK FCA Approval as Solana-Based Stablecoin Payments Gain Traction

Stablecoin payments app Sling Money has received approval from the UK's Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). The move paves the way for wider adoption of Solana-based cross-border transfers.

Bitcoin Nears Breakout? $27 Billion Options Expiry Poised to Shatter $90,000 Stalemate
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Bitcoin Nears Breakout? $27 Billion Options Expiry Poised to Shatter $90,000 Stalemate

Bitcoin has been stuck in a tight $85k-$90k range for weeks. A massive $27 billion options expiry event on Dec. 26 could finally trigger a breakout, with key data points suggesting a move higher.

KOSPI Slips as Retail Investors Take Profits, Won Surges Most in 3 Years
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KOSPI Slips as Retail Investors Take Profits, Won Surges Most in 3 Years

South Korea's KOSPI index fell, snapping a 3-day winning streak, due to profit-taking by retail investors. In contrast, the Korean won surged by the most in 3 years after government intervention.

South Korea's $81 Billion Franchise Market Flashes Warning Signs with Slowest Growth Since Pandemic
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South Korea's $81 Billion Franchise Market Flashes Warning Signs with Slowest Growth Since Pandemic

South Korea's franchise sales hit $81 billion in 2024, but growth slowed to 6.8%, the lowest since the pandemic, signaling economic headwinds and sluggish job creation.

Sapporo to Sell Real Estate Arm for $2.6 Billion to KKR-Led Group
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Sapporo to Sell Real Estate Arm for $2.6 Billion to KKR-Led Group

Japanese brewer Sapporo Holdings is selling its real estate business, including the prime Ebisu Garden Place, to a KKR and PAG-led group for $2.6 billion to focus on its core alcohol business.

Chery Bets $800M on Vietnam with Largest ASEAN Factory, Challenging VinFast and Toyota
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Chery Bets $800M on Vietnam with Largest ASEAN Factory, Challenging VinFast and Toyota

Chinese automaker Chery is investing $800 million to build its largest ASEAN factory in Vietnam, set to open in 2026. With a 200,000-unit capacity, it aims to challenge VinFast and Toyota.

Bitcoin Slides Below $87K as Stocks Hit Record Highs, Defying Crypto Slump
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Bitcoin Slides Below $87K as Stocks Hit Record Highs, Defying Crypto Slump

Bitcoin has dropped below the $87,000 mark as the crypto market shows weakness, contrasting with global stock markets hitting all-time highs. Solana (SOL) and XRP recorded inflows, showing a mixed picture.

Gold Soars Over 70% While Bitcoin Sinks: Is the 'Digital Gold' Narrative Dead?
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Gold Soars Over 70% While Bitcoin Sinks: Is the 'Digital Gold' Narrative Dead?

In 2025, gold has surged over 70% to record highs while Bitcoin, the so-called 'digital gold,' has faltered. We analyze the reasons for this divergence and what it means for investors.

Korea Zinc Wins Court Battle, Clearing Path for $7.55B Tennessee Refinery
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Korea Zinc Wins Court Battle, Clearing Path for $7.55B Tennessee Refinery

A Seoul court dismissed an injunction against Korea Zinc's capital increase, paving the way for its $7.55B Tennessee refinery. The win for Chairman Choi comes amid an intensifying management control dispute.

US Business Spending Surged in October, Challenging Recession Fears
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US Business Spending Surged in October, Challenging Recession Fears

A surprising increase in US core capital goods orders and shipments for October 2025 signals robust business investment, potentially influencing the Federal Reserve's upcoming interest rate decisions.

Dogecoin Loses $0.13 Floor as 53,000% Futures Spike Signals Major Volatility
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Dogecoin Loses $0.13 Floor as 53,000% Futures Spike Signals Major Volatility

Dogecoin (DOGE) has fallen below the key $0.13 support level. A massive 53,000% surge in futures volume on BitMEX signals traders are bracing for bigger price swings ahead.