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SK Hynix is expanding its outsourcing of memory semiconductor packaging. After A-PROTECH, it has resumed cooperation with WINPAC after four years, outsourcing part of its DDR4/DDR5 DRAM packaging orders. WINPAC's production lines are now in mass production, with monthly capacity increased from 44 million to 50 million units for high-performance products.
Read MoreA new WIPO report finds AI is driving global R&D investment to record highs. Corporate spending reached $1.5 trillion in 2025, while emerging economies show sustained innovation growth. AI is reshaping both technological frontiers and investment strategies.
Read MoreOpenAI is investigating increased error rates reported by ChatGPT Pro and Plus subscribers. Users have experienced delayed responses, inaccuracies, and service interruptions recently. The technical team is working to identify the root cause and restore stable performance.
Read MoreHSBC has officially named its upcoming Hong Kong dollar stablecoin 'RedCoin', citing local consumer readiness from a survey. The initial rollout will focus on P2P and merchant payments, with plans to expand to corporate finance. The launch is expected in the second half of this year.
Read MoreMetaMask's founder confirmed the team is exploring pathways for a native token, but clarified there are no immediate plans for issuance. The project is currently evaluating various models, with no set timeline for a token generation event, leaving the crypto community speculating about the wallet's future ecosystem.
Read MoreThe Bank of Korea plans to resume physical gold purchases in December, buying 1 ton of domestically produced gold. This marks its first direct investment in physical gold since 2011, shifting from gold ETF holdings. With gold reserves ranking 39th globally, this move signals a strategic diversification of foreign exchange reserves.
Read MoreJapan's Nikkei 225 index recorded a notable intraday gain of 2.00%. This article analyzes the key drivers behind the rally, including market sentiment, sector performance, and macroeconomic context, offering insights into near-term market trends.
Read MoreConcrete (CT) is scheduled for an exclusive initial listing on Binance Alpha on September 30. An airdrop campaign will be launched concurrently, allowing eligible users to claim tokens using Alpha points. Further details are to be announced.
Read MoreGrayscale's latest research report reveals that privacy-focused cryptocurrency ZEC has surged over 2000% in the past year, from around $60 to $1500. The report suggests its valuation hasn't peaked yet, and with growing demand for privacy tech, ZEC could capture more market share if it maintains its technical edge.
Read MoreCathie Wood's Ark Invest has gained direct exposure to prediction market platform Kalshi through its ARKK, ARKW, and ARKF ETFs. The firm forecasts the sector's annual trading volume could reach trillions of dollars. This move allows fund investors early access to the fast-growing private market.
Read MoreKey crypto developments emerged midday. Robinhood launched perpetual contracts for US traders, a major derivatives move. Ark Invest gained exposure to Kalshi via ETFs, Grayscale is bullish on ZEC, and MicroStrategy seeks new funding. AI firm Anthropic revealed strong revenue projections. Security analysts flagged North Korean hackers using novel cross-chain protocols.
Read MoreBinance will list multiple bStocks spot trading pairs like ADBEB/USDT on September 30, 2026. The exchange will also simultaneously enable spot algorithmic trading bot services, with rebalancing bots activated within 24 hours of listing, expanding its spot trading offerings.
Read MoreNorth Korean hackers are using an automated cross-chain laundering strategy to move stolen Bitget funds. They create swap orders via CoW Protocol scripts, directing proceeds to Chainflip contracts for conversion to BTC.
Read MoreOn-chain data reveals two addresses swapped 50.95 WBTC (worth ~$4.26M) for 25,502 AAVE tokens on Sept 30. This substantial asset conversion highlights potential strategic shifts, possibly indicating renewed institutional interest in the leading DeFi lending protocol's prospects.
Read MoreThe new WeChat WorkBuddy introduces a game-changing feature: generating, previewing, and publishing Mini Programs using natural language. Users can now create custom apps with a simple description, eliminating the need for developer tools and complex setup, dramatically lowering the barrier to development.
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