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SoftBank Explores $100 Billion 'Izanagi' AI Chip Venture to Challenge Nvidia
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SoftBank Explores $100 Billion 'Izanagi' AI Chip Venture to Challenge Nvidia

SoftBank Group is reportedly planning a $100 billion AI chip venture, codenamed Izanagi, to compete with Nvidia. The project aims to build a new semiconductor giant, leveraging Arm.

Nasdaq Moves to Tighten SPAC Rules, Citing Investor Losses and Market Volatility
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Nasdaq Moves to Tighten SPAC Rules, Citing Investor Losses and Market Volatility

Nasdaq has proposed stricter listing rules for SPACs to the SEC, aiming to protect investors by increasing minimum capital requirements and limiting dilution. Analyze the impact on the blank-check market.

Vanke Dodges Default With 30-Day Reprieve, But Long-Term Debt Fears Mount
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Vanke Dodges Default With 30-Day Reprieve, But Long-Term Debt Fears Mount

China Vanke avoids an immediate bond default after creditors approve a 30-trading-day grace period. The short-term fix provides breathing room but fails to secure a long-term solution, keeping investor fears over China's property sector on high alert.

TEPCO to Build Data Centers at World's Largest Nuclear Plant to Fund Fukushima Cleanup
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TEPCO to Build Data Centers at World's Largest Nuclear Plant to Fund Fukushima Cleanup

Japan's TEPCO plans to build AI data centers at the world's largest nuclear plant, Kashiwazaki-Kariwa, to fund its Fukushima liabilities. An analysis of the strategy, risks, and implications for the global AI infrastructure race.

Bitcoin Bulls on Bitfinex Pile On Leverage, Flashing a Classic Bear Signal
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Bitcoin Bulls on Bitfinex Pile On Leverage, Flashing a Classic Bear Signal

Bitfinex margin longs have surged to a yearly high of 72,700 BTC despite a falling market. This analysis explores why this historical contrarian indicator could be signaling more downside for Bitcoin before a true bottom is found.

Aave Token Tumbles 11% as Governance Feud Over Brand Control Erupts
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Aave Token Tumbles 11% as Governance Feud Over Brand Control Erupts

The AAVE token dropped 11% following a public dispute between its founder and developers over who should control the protocol's brand assets. The vote tests a core tension in DeFi governance.

Bitcoin Nears $90K, But 'Smart Money' Bets on Gold Tokens Amid Institutional Retreat
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Bitcoin Nears $90K, But 'Smart Money' Bets on Gold Tokens Amid Institutional Retreat

Bitcoin (BTC) price nears $90,000, but institutional outflows of $952 million and a record rally in gold-backed tokens like XAUT suggest investors are hedging risk.

Bitcoin, Ether Face $27 Billion 'Boxing Day' Options Expiry With Bullish Tilt
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Bitcoin, Ether Face $27 Billion 'Boxing Day' Options Expiry With Bullish Tilt

A massive $27 billion in Bitcoin and Ether options are set to expire on Deribit this Friday. With a bullish put-call ratio of 0.38 and a max pain price at $96,000, the market is bracing for a potential volatility event.

Hong Kong Police Arrest Suspect in $6.7M Daylight Cash Heist
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Hong Kong Police Arrest Suspect in $6.7M Daylight Cash Heist

A suspect has been arrested after a suitcase with 1 billion JPY ($6.7M) was stolen in a daylight robbery in Hong Kong. The incident sparks concerns over the city's safety and large-scale cash transactions.

Tokyo Condo Prices Soar Past ¥100 Million, Sparking BOJ Rate Hike and Policy Scramble
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Tokyo Condo Prices Soar Past ¥100 Million, Sparking BOJ Rate Hike and Policy Scramble

With average condo prices in Tokyo's 23 wards exceeding ¥100 million, the Bank of Japan has raised interest rates. We analyze the impact of foreign buyers, a weak yen, and conflicting government policies.

Japan Warns of 'Appropriate Steps' as Yen Tumbles Despite Rate Hike
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Japan Warns of 'Appropriate Steps' as Yen Tumbles Despite Rate Hike

Top Japanese officials have issued strong warnings after the yen fell to a one-month low of 157.78, signaling potential intervention despite a recent BOJ rate hike.

Japan Has a $7 Trillion Problem: Who Will Buy Its Debt After the BOJ?
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Japan Has a $7 Trillion Problem: Who Will Buy Its Debt After the BOJ?

As the Bank of Japan steps back, the Japanese government is targeting the nation's $7 trillion in household savings to fund its debt. We analyze the strategy, challenges, and what it means for JGB yields, the yen, and global investors.