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Oracle's Stock Plunges 30% as $300 Billion OpenAI Bet Spooks Investors

Oracle's stock suffers a 30% quarterly plunge, its worst since 2001. Despite a $300B deal with OpenAI, concerns over debt and margin compression dominate investor sentiment.

Beyond Tariffs: How the World Can Crack America’s 'Digital Locks' in 2026
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Beyond Tariffs: How the World Can Crack America’s 'Digital Locks' in 2026

In 2026, countries may bypass traditional tariffs and instead repeal anti-circumvention laws to target US tech giants. This strategic move could directly impact Apple, Tesla, and the broader US economy.

Beijing Strikes Back: China Sanctions US Defense Giants Over Taiwan Arms Deals
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Beijing Strikes Back: China Sanctions US Defense Giants Over Taiwan Arms Deals

China imposes sanctions and asset freezes on US defense firms like Lockheed Martin over Taiwan arms sales, escalating geopolitical tensions and supply chain risks.

Uniswap's 'UNIfication' Proposal Passes with 125M Votes, Transforming UNI into Value Asset
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Uniswap's 'UNIfication' Proposal Passes with 125M Votes, Transforming UNI into Value Asset

Uniswap's 'UNIfication' proposal has passed with overwhelming support, introducing a fee burn mechanism. Analyze how $600M in annual fees will impact UNI's value.

Asia in 2025: A Year of Booms, Tensions, and Takaichi's Historic Rise
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Asia in 2025: A Year of Booms, Tensions, and Takaichi's Historic Rise

A review of Asia's top stories in 2025, based on Nikkei Asia's roundup. Explore the year's key political, economic, and social shifts, from Japan's first female PM to Southeast Asia's boom.

Trust Wallet Hack: $7 Million Drained via Chrome Extension; Binance Pledges Full Reimbursement
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Trust Wallet Hack: $7 Million Drained via Chrome Extension; Binance Pledges Full Reimbursement

Trust Wallet users lost approximately $7 million due to a hacked Chrome browser extension. Its parent company, Binance, has pledged to reimburse the losses and urges users to update immediately.

Samsung Hits All-Time High as ₩1.78T Foreign Inflow Pushes KOSPI Above 4,100
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Samsung Hits All-Time High as ₩1.78T Foreign Inflow Pushes KOSPI Above 4,100

South Korea's KOSPI closed at 4,129.68, up 0.51%, fueled by a ₩1.78 trillion net purchase from foreign investors. Samsung Electronics hit a new all-time high on GPU news, while the Korean won strengthened.

LG Energy Solution Scraps ₩3.9 Trillion ($2.8B) Battery Deal, Sparking EV Market Jitters
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LG Energy Solution Scraps ₩3.9 Trillion ($2.8B) Battery Deal, Sparking EV Market Jitters

LG Energy Solution has canceled a ₩3.9 trillion ($2.8B) battery component deal with Freudenberg. We analyze the market impact and whether this signals a slowdown in the EV sector.

South Korea's R&D Spending Hits Record $90 Billion, Crossing 5% of GDP in 2024
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South Korea's R&D Spending Hits Record $90 Billion, Crossing 5% of GDP in 2024

South Korea's R&D spending reached a record $90 billion in 2024, exceeding 5% of its GDP for the first time. The surge, led by the private sector, signals a major push for technological leadership.

Private Equity Set for 2026 Rebound as Lower Rates, Market Boom Reignite Deals
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Private Equity Set for 2026 Rebound as Lower Rates, Market Boom Reignite Deals

Private equity is poised for a strong rebound in 2026, fueled by lower interest rates and a global stock market boom. Experts predict a comeback for M&A deal activity.

Japan's Record ¥122T Budget Arrives as Egg Prices Hit All-Time High
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Japan's Record ¥122T Budget Arrives as Egg Prices Hit All-Time High

As of December 2025, Tokyo egg prices have hit a record high and PC price hikes are looming due to chip shortages. Meanwhile, the Japanese government has approved a record ¥122.3T budget, signaling growing inflation pressure.

South Korea's GRDP Surges 1.9% in Q3, Fueled by Chip and Auto Exports
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South Korea's GRDP Surges 1.9% in Q3, Fueled by Chip and Auto Exports

South Korea's Q3 2025 GRDP grew 1.9%, driven by strong semiconductor and auto exports. While the service sector recovered, construction slumped for the 6th straight quarter, revealing a K-shaped recovery.