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The Bank of England is reconsidering its regulatory approach to stablecoins. Deputy Governor Sarah Breeden indicated that temporary caps on total issuance are being explored as an alternative to previously proposed holding limits, responding to industry concerns and seeking more adaptable oversight.
Read MoreSoftBank Group has launched a massive $40 billion syndicated loan facility to fund a significant strategic investment in U.S. AI leader OpenAI. This move underscores intense investor confidence in generative AI's transformative potential and signals a major capital shift towards frontier technology.
Read MoreX has launched the 'Active Followers' feature, enabling users to see the number of followers active in the past 24 hours. This tool, part of the updated Account Analytics, separately tracks verified and active followers, helping creators and advertisers measure genuine engagement beyond total follower counts.
Read MoreChina's MIIT outlines a new strategy focusing on AI-integrated manufacturing to stabilize employment. The plan targets expansion in smart vehicles, high-end equipment, and aerospace to create new high-tech job opportunities.
Read MoreSouth Korea's seventh-largest pension firm lost $32 million investing in a leveraged Ethereum ETF. An audit reveals 42.7% of pension companies face liquidity risks if clients withdraw funds simultaneously.
Read MoreBinance will delist eight spot trading pairs, including AVAX/ETH and CHZ/BTC, on May 22nd to streamline its offerings and enhance market efficiency. Trading for the underlying assets remains available on other pairs.
Read MoreGoogle DeepMind co-founder Demis Hassabis was an early-stage investor in AI startup Anthropic, which also secured billions in direct funding from Google as part of a broader cloud and AI partnership, according to industry reports.
Read MoreBank of America has significantly increased its stake in MicroStrategy (MSTR), now holding 3.96 million shares worth $664 million. This major move highlights growing institutional interest in Bitcoin-related assets and suggests a strategic shift in traditional finance towards cryptocurrency exposure.
Read MoreBinance has set the Zest Protocol (ZEST) airdrop participation threshold at 240 Alpha points. The event starts May 19th at 21:00 UTC, with each participation costing 15 points. Point costs will decrease over time.
Read MoreOn May 19, China confirmed that U.S.-China leaders have reached a key consensus on AI development and governance, agreeing to establish an intergovernmental dialogue. This marks a crucial step in global AI cooperation between the two leading powers, aiming to steer technology for the benefit of humanity.
Read MoreGoldman Sachs strategists warn that soaring inflation and persistent geopolitical tensions, particularly potential oil supply disruptions, pose a significant 'speed bump' risk to record-high stock markets, despite strong earnings and global growth expectations.
Read MoreS&P Global Market Intelligence economist Harumi Taguchi projects the Bank of Japan could raise rates to 1.0% in July, with further hikes expected by year-end and 2027, targeting 1.5%. The pace hinges on oil prices, yen weakness, and inflation concerns, with yen recovery seen unlikely near-term.
Read MoreSemiconductor giant Analog Devices is in advanced talks to acquire power management chip firm Empower Semiconductor for roughly $1.5 billion, aiming to bolster its data center capabilities. A deal could be finalized this week, though negotiations remain ongoing.
Read MoreDaiwa Securities warns Japan's Q2 GDP growth could near zero due to supply chain disruptions. While Q1 saw 2.1% expansion, physical goods shortages and Middle East conflicts threaten economic stagnation. Experts urge targeted government support and logistics fixes.
Read MoreA new Federal Reserve report reveals 25% of US workers now use generative AI at work, with higher adoption among educated professionals. Crypto remains primarily an investment vehicle. Overall household finances are stable, though inflation concerns persist.
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