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A leading crypto research firm suggests Bitcoin's February low around $60k likely marked this cycle's deepest pullback. Unlike past bear market rebounds, the slow recovery and restrained leverage indicate current weakness is a healthy correction rather than a trend reversal.
Read MoreIran has identified and penalized tankers violating regulations and attempting covert passage near the entrance to the Strait of Hormuz. The action underscores heightened maritime security enforcement in this critical global oil transit route.
Read MoreA UBS strategist warns that stagnating real disposable income and fading fiscal support will sharply slow US consumer spending, posing a fundamental threat to equities. While AI boosted corporate profits, markets overlook emerging weakness in consumer and financial sectors. Surging long-term bond yields signal strong nominal growth; a shift from inflation to growth fears could reshape market dynamics.
Read MoreGold prices achieved a historic breakthrough, surpassing $4500 per ounce in spot trading. Silver also surged strongly, posting significant gains. This dual rally signals a powerful upward momentum in the precious metals market.
Read MoreIran's president announced that the country's oil sector has successfully maintained stable fuel production and supply chains without interruption during recent special circumstances and wartime conditions, highlighting the resilience of its energy industry.
Read MoreSamsung Electronics management and labor union resumed wage negotiations on May 20 after mediation failed. South Korea's Labor Minister Kim Young-hoon personally intervened, aiming to broker a deal before the union's planned general strike on May 21. Key disputes involve performance bonus distribution.
Read MoreA Nasdaq-listed company, SATA, has reportedly purchased approximately 218 Bitcoin in just two days, valued at around $140 million. If this pace continues, it could surpass the firm's previous weekly record of 371 BTC, highlighting growing institutional interest in cryptocurrency holdings.
Read MoreIran's parliament has officially denied reports that the head of its negotiation team, Kalibaf, has resigned, calling the claims baseless fabrications spread to disrupt diplomatic processes.
Read MoreSEC filings reveal Strategy's Executive VP Andrew Kang sold 5,597 MSTR shares for about $927,866. The sale, part of a pre-arranged 10b5-1 plan, was partly to cover tax obligations from vested equity awards.
Read MoreRenowned financial writer Wu Xiaobo observes a global economic split into AI-driven and traditional sectors. Investors are polarized into two camps: AI optimists aggressively pursuing the revolution, and value-focused conservatives awaiting market corrections. The AI stock market's three-tiered structure reveals widespread tension between seizing opportunities and fearing bubbles.
Read MoreChina's telecom giants now offer standardized "Token Plans," selling AI model computational power directly to consumers and businesses. This strategic shift from bandwidth to intelligence-as-a-service suggests tokens could become essential digital resources, reshaping how society interacts with artificial intelligence.
Read MoreOn May 20, a bill to dissolve the Israeli parliament passed its preliminary reading with a unanimous 110 votes, signaling potential major political changes. This key step paves the way for possible early elections.
Read MoreReports indicate the US plans to notify NATO allies of a reduction in its pledged forces for major crises. This move pushes Europe to assume greater defense responsibility, with a formal announcement expected soon. This signals a key shift in US security policy towards Europe.
Read MorePrivacy tech firm Zama has acquired institutional token lifecycle platform TokenOps. The move integrates Fully Homomorphic Encryption into token vesting, airdrops, and cap table management, allowing key distribution data to be encrypted on-chain. This significantly reduces risks from transparency, like signaling and front-running, marking a major step towards confidential institutional crypto operations.
Read MoreA new airdrop for Nexus tokens is now live for eligible users. Participants must meet a point threshold and claim within a set timeframe. Tokens are available first-come, first-served, with requirements potentially decreasing over time. Claiming consumes a small number of points.
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