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OceanBase, Ant Group’s database arm, has responded to reports of a potential 2-3 billion yuan external funding round. The company stated it is focused on AI-driven data technology innovation and maintains open communication with capital markets, without confirming specific details.
Read MoreJapan plans to slash its food consumption tax from 8% to 1% in April 2027, aiming to ease living cost pressures. Analysts say supermarkets, discount chains, and select food-service firms stand to gain, while market volatility may speed up a rotation from tech stocks to defensive and domestic-focused sectors.
Read MoreMoonshot AI has raised $3.5 billion in its latest funding round, valuing the company at $35 billion, significantly exceeding market expectations. This massive investment highlights intense capital confidence in next-generation AI technologies.
Read MoreMacquarie economists note that while the Fed is expected to hold rates steady in July, its policy statement may adopt a more hawkish tone, signaling potential future tightening. Markets should watch for voting dissent, wording changes, and the chair's communication. The next policy move is likely a rate hike, with December being the most probable timing.
Read MoreBinance will temporarily suspend deposits and withdrawals for the BNB Smart Chain (BEP20) network on July 30 and August 25, 2026, to facilitate a planned network upgrade and hard fork. Maintenance is expected to last about one hour each time, with services resuming automatically afterward.
Read MoreOn July 29, on-chain data revealed a mysterious address withdrew 40,000 ETH from Binance to a private wallet within 10 minutes, valued at approximately $76.67 million. This significant capital movement suggests a potential strategic shift and has drawn market-wide attention to its implications.
Read MoreRussia has issued an international arrest warrant for Telegram founder Pavel Durov, accusing him of assisting terrorist activities. Authorities allege Telegram refused to remove channels used to coordinate attacks within Russia, escalating a long-running conflict over content moderation and security.
Read MoreDune Analytics data reveals bStocks' on-chain stock asset management has reached approximately $599 million, surpassing xStocks' $589 million. This shift highlights evolving competition and growing user adoption in the tokenized stock sector.
Read MoreSouth Korea's finance minister, central bank governor, and top financial regulators will hold an emergency meeting this afternoon, according to a lawmaker. The high-level gathering has sparked market speculation about potential economic policy coordination.
Read MoreIMF projections indicate that by 2026, US federal government debt will reach $40.7 trillion, topping the global ranking and exceeding the combined debt of China, Japan, the UK, and France. Japan leads in debt-to-GDP ratio at 204%, highlighting significant fiscal challenges.
Read MoreA UK FCA policy report identifies cross-border payments, particularly in emerging markets, as the most immediate use case for stablecoins. Domestic retail adoption in the UK is expected to be slower due to existing efficient payment systems. The report underscores the need for full reserve backing.
Read MoreOn July 29, Swedish-listed Bitcoin Treasury Capital ($BTCB) announced it has fully repaid all its interest-bearing debt using proceeds from a new preferred share issuance, achieving a debt-free status. This move significantly strengthens the company's financial position.
Read MoreThe Federal Reserve announces its July policy decision at 2 a.m. ET Thursday, followed by Chair Powell's press conference. Markets widely expect rates to be held steady, but will scrutinize the statement language, economic projections, and Powell's tone on inflation for clues about the future path.
Read MoreSolana has officially activated 100 million Compute Unit (CU) blocks on its mainnet, increasing the per-block CU limit from 60 million by 66% as per SIMD-0286. This upgrade significantly boosts network capacity and paves the way for higher throughput applications.
Read MoreSpaceX stock has plunged roughly 50% from its June peak, dramatically reversing its post-IPO momentum. It now underperforms about 80% of major Nasdaq IPOs, despite continued retail investor buying. The first lock-up expiration is set for August 2026.
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