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Game Console Market Hits 30-Year Low as Xbox Sales Plummet 70%
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Game Console Market Hits 30-Year Low as Xbox Sales Plummet 70%

The game console market has crashed to its lowest point since 1995. A new report shows Microsoft's Xbox sales are down 70% and Sony's PlayStation 5 is down 40%, signaling a major industry crisis.

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.

Gallup Korea Unveils 2025's Most-Loved Artists, Revealing a Nation's Divided Playlist
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Gallup Korea Unveils 2025's Most-Loved Artists, Revealing a Nation's Divided Playlist

Gallup Korea has announced its 2025 survey results for the most beloved singers and songs. Discover what the data, split between two key age groups, reveals about K-pop and music trends in Korea.

KBO Champions LG Twins Sign Veteran Duo for 2026 Title Defense
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KBO Champions LG Twins Sign Veteran Duo for 2026 Title Defense

The reigning KBO champion LG Twins have signed 38-year-old reliever Jang Si-hwan and 34-year-old catcher Kim Min-su to add veteran depth for their 2026 title defense.

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.

South Korea Breaks Stalemate on $5 Billion Destroyer Project with New Bidding Rules
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South Korea Breaks Stalemate on $5 Billion Destroyer Project with New Bidding Rules

South Korea's DAPA has decided on a selective bidding process for its ₩7 trillion ($5B) next-gen destroyer project, aiming to end a stalemate caused by a legal feud between Hanwha Ocean and HD Hyundai.

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.

In Rare Accord, China Highlights Drug Bust Following U.S. Tip-Off
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In Rare Accord, China Highlights Drug Bust Following U.S. Tip-Off

China's state media is highlighting the sentencing of two men for drug-related money laundering, a case that originated from a U.S. intelligence tip-off, signaling rare cooperation amid broader tensions.

Japan's H3 Rocket Fails to Orbit Key Navigation Satellite, Jeopardizing 'Japanese GPS' Plan
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Japan's H3 Rocket Fails to Orbit Key Navigation Satellite, Jeopardizing 'Japanese GPS' Plan

Japan's H3 rocket failed to deliver the Michibiki No. 5 geolocation satellite into orbit on Monday after a second-stage engine failure. The setback deals a blow to JAXA's plan for a sovereign navigation system to enhance GPS.

Coupang's Daily Users Drop to 14M Range in Aftermath of Massive Data Breach
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Coupang's Daily Users Drop to 14M Range in Aftermath of Massive Data Breach

Following a data breach affecting 33.7 million accounts, e-commerce giant Coupang's daily active users have fallen to the 14 million range, signaling a significant erosion of consumer trust.

South Korea Greenlights $1.6B Project for Reusable Methane Rocket, Targeting 2034 Completion
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South Korea Greenlights $1.6B Project for Reusable Methane Rocket, Targeting 2034 Completion

South Korea has approved a $1.6 billion project to build a reusable methane-powered rocket by 2034. The initiative, led by KASA, aims to support a 2032 lunar mission and establish the nation's competitive edge in the space industry.