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On-chain data reveals an unidentified whale withdrew 31.55 million SIREN tokens, worth approximately $64.67 million, from Binance Alpha over two weeks. This massive accumulation coincides with SIREN's price surging over 150% today, sparking intense speculation about the whale's strategy and the token's future trajectory.
Read MoreOfficials from Gulf and European regions indicate a US-Iran peace agreement will likely take six months to finalize. They urge extending the ceasefire and warn that delaying the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz could trigger global energy price hikes and a food crisis. While concerns over Iran's nuclear ambitions persist, diplomatic solutions are preferred.
Read MoreBrazilian President Lula criticizes former U.S. President Trump's foreign policy, opposing the use of war threats against other nations. He stresses that all countries must respect sovereignty and territorial integrity, warning that such interference heightens global tensions and impacts living costs in Africa and Latin America.
Read MoreElon Musk argues that AI will make most jobs obsolete. He proposes governments provide all citizens with a substantial income, not just basic welfare, as AI-driven productivity will outpace monetary supply, preventing inflation.
Read MoreA recent survey indicates rising Eurozone inflation due to geopolitical tensions, prompting the ECB to plan a 0.25% rate hike in June. This is expected to be a one-off move, with inflation projected to fall back to target by 2026-2027. Officials currently favor holding rates steady in April.
Read MoreIndian banks have halted gold and silver imports, causing cargo pileups at customs. As the world's second-largest gold consumer and top silver buyer, this move risks domestic shortages, could depress global prices, and may help narrow India's trade deficit while supporting the weak rupee.
Read MoreA leading digital asset platform has launched a strategic Pre-IPO partnership initiative, accelerating RWA infrastructure integration. This move expands its on-chain financial ecosystem, following successful activities that boosted tokenized asset liquidity and market share. The non-custodial model is key to bridging traditional finance with decentralized trading, with plans to onboard more partners.
Read MoreThe AI talent war in Silicon Valley escalates as Meta recruits a key engineer from a rival startup founded by a former OpenAI executive. The engineer, who built the startup's flagship creative AI product, will now lead engineering at Meta's superintelligence lab.
Read MoreInvestment experts affirm Japan's bullish stock market trend is driven by a fundamental shift from deflationary thinking. Sustainable inflation, wage growth, and corporate reforms provide long-term support. Semiconductor and high-quality export firms stand out due to their competitive strengths.
Read MoreKey midday updates: Bitcoin miner TeraWulf secured major funding, stablecoin regulation text likely delayed, OpenAI invests heavily in AI chip servers. U.S. policies focus on monetary easing and consumption, while a Fed nomination sparks debate.
Read MoreMorgan Stanley forecasts TSMC's capital expenditure could hit $200 billion from 2026 to 2028, driven by aggressive global capacity expansion. The firm raised its 2026 revenue growth outlook to 36%, citing improved efficiency and product mix, while also lifting its target price.
Read MoreSpaceX's IPO is reportedly entering its final phase, with pricing expected mid-June. The company targets a record-breaking $75B valuation. To address employee concerns, SpaceX has accelerated stock option vesting dates ahead of the public listing.
Read MoreSenator Elizabeth Warren criticizes Federal Reserve nominee Kevin Warsh for incomplete financial disclosures, failing to fully reveal massive wealth tied to the 'Juggernaut Fund'. She calls him the first ethically non-compliant Fed nominee. The Senate Banking Committee confirms his non-compliance status. Warsh declined to comment.
Read MoreChina's NDRC announced a series of effective investment initiatives for 2024, focusing on AI-plus infrastructure, urban renewal, national water networks, and new energy systems. The plan aims to optimize supply, expand demand, and leverage institutional innovation and state-guided funds to foster long-term project sustainability and mobilize private capital for tech innovation.
Read MoreOn-chain data reveals a significant transfer of 3,000 ETH, valued at approximately $6.9 million, from an address linked to BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes to major exchanges Binance and Bybit. This large-scale movement has captured market attention.
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