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US stocks extended losses with the Nasdaq falling over 1%. Both the S&P 500 and Dow Jones declined amid ongoing market volatility, reflecting investor caution toward economic indicators and policy developments.
Read MoreThe U.S. Department of Defense reports the financial cost of military operations against Iran has risen to approximately $29 billion, a $4 billion increase. The Pentagon attributes this to equipment replacement and operational expenses. However, independent analyses suggest the true long-term economic impact, including energy market disruptions and macroeconomic effects, could approach $200 billion.
Read MoreBitcoin held firm above $80,000 despite a hotter-than-expected CPI report, signaling market resilience. Analysts suggest this digestion of macro headwinds paves the way for a potential push toward $82,000 and higher, with upcoming legislation possibly acting as a catalyst.
Read MoreThe Kremlin's press secretary stated that Russia's military operation in Ukraine could end at any time, but the decision rests with Kyiv. Moscow's conditions must be met first, putting the onus on Ukraine and its allies to decide the next steps.
Read MoreNvidia's stock price hit a new all-time high, rising 1.65% to close above $223, boosting its market capitalization to a staggering $5.42 trillion. This achievement underscores its dominant position in the AI-driven semiconductor industry.
Read MoreA regulated securities tokenization platform has integrated with a high-performance blockchain, enabling direct issuance of Real World Asset (RWA) tokens. This expands institutional on-ramps and strengthens the blockchain's role as core infrastructure for compliant asset digitization.
Read MoreThe White House has revealed the 16 US business leaders accompanying Trump's visit to China. Tech giants are led by Tesla's Musk and Apple's Cook, alongside semiconductor executives. Financial heavyweights include Citigroup and Goldman Sachs, with Boeing and Cargill representing aviation and agriculture, highlighting the vast scope of bilateral economic ties.
Read MoreOn-chain analysis reveals WLFI team transferred 833 million tokens worth $55.57 million to an unlock contract within 24 hours. Funds originated from multi-signature and strategic reserve addresses, with the contract now holding $1.19 billion in tokens.
Read MoreThe U.S. Department of Defense has disclosed that military operations related to Iran have cost approximately $29 billion to date. This substantial expenditure covers deployments, missions, and equipment over recent years, prompting scrutiny of long-term strategic costs.
Read MoreMay 12th saw markets digest US CPI data exceeding forecasts, pushing Treasury yields higher. Regulatory warnings from Anthropic, ongoing Bitcoin divestment by Bhutan, and new insider trading provisions in the CLARITY bill draft captured significant industry attention.
Read MoreFollowing the latest US CPI data release, the benchmark 10-year Treasury yield extended its earlier gains, rising 3.5 basis points to 4.447%. This move underscores persistent inflation concerns and bolsters market expectations that the Federal Reserve may delay interest rate cuts, impacting global financial markets.
Read MoreUS Defense Secretary Hagerseith stated that the military has prepared contingency plans for potential escalation with Iran, signaling readiness amid rising Middle East tensions.
Read MoreThe U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 3.8% year-over-year in April, exceeding the forecast of 3.7%. This indicates persistent inflationary pressures, which could influence the Federal Reserve's future policy decisions and has captured significant market attention.
Read MoreTON Strategy Fund, a Nasdaq-listed entity, disclosed in its Q1 2026 report holdings of over 221 million TON tokens, representing 4.29% of total supply. A dominant portion is staked, accounting for 26.18% of the network's total staked value. The fund reported significant unrealized losses due to market volatility.
Read MoreJapanese telecom leader KDDI has invested approximately $65 million in Coincheck Group through a strategic share purchase. The partnership aims to jointly develop the digital asset market, exploring revenue-sharing models and other collaborative opportunities.
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