Hong Kong is poised to grant its first stablecoin issuer licenses as early as March, marking a critical milestone in its bid to become a regulated digital asset hub. The HKMA's rigorous vetting process will initially see only a handful of firms approved from dozens of applicants.
U.S. stock futures point lower amid renewed scrutiny over AI investments, with Nvidia's landmark OpenAI deal reportedly under strain. Disney beats earnings estimates as leadership transition talks emerge, while Oracle plans a massive $50 billion raise to fuel its AI ambitions.
Realty Income, the 'Monthly Dividend Company,' has now made over 650 consecutive monthly payments to shareholders. While its financials show a robust cushion, rising interest rates and a shifting retail landscape pose questions about the sustainability of its legendary income stream.
Nomura Holdings is implementing stricter risk controls at its digital asset subsidiary, Laser Digital, following significant crypto-related losses that contributed to a nearly 10% drop in its fiscal third-quarter profit, the firm's CEO confirmed.
A sharp weekend sell-off in Bitcoin's spot market has left a significant pricing gap on the CME's futures exchange, a phenomenon traders are watching closely for a potential rebound signal.
Hong Kong's monetary authority will grant its first batch of stablecoin issuer licenses next month, with initial approvals limited to a select few firms as the city positions itself as a regulated hub for digital assets.
Phillip Securities initiates coverage of Palantir Technologies with a Buy rating, citing its AI software segment's robust growth and significant market expansion potential. A new partnership with Innodata aims to enhance Palantir's rodeo analysis platforms through advanced data services.
Zions Bancorporation has authorized a new $75 million stock repurchase program, a move analysts see as a bet on its undervalued shares and a commitment to shareholder returns as regional banks navigate a cautious regulatory environment.
IBM intensifies its focus on the enterprise AI market with the launch of its governed deployment platform, a strategic collaboration with e& for regulated sectors, and the appointment of PepsiCo's Ramon Laguarta to its board of directors.
Exclusive: In a scathing letter, New York's top prosecutors warn the landmark GENIUS Act lacks critical fraud victim protections, creating a 'legal cover' for stablecoin issuers like Tether and Circle to retain stolen funds.
Publicly-listed digital asset firm BitMine Immersion Technologies now holds over $10.7 billion in assets, with its massive Ethereum treasury positioning it to capture an estimated $374 million in annual staking rewards as it marches toward a controversial 5% supply goal.
During UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper's visit to Addis Ababa, British investor Gridworks signed landmark agreements to develop two major transmission projects. The deals, part of a broader UK strategy linking economic development with migration management, mark Ethiopia's first public-private partnerships in its power transmission sector.
A sharp weekend correction saw Bitcoin tumble over 7%, erasing billions in leveraged positions. While the immediate trigger appears tied to political uncertainty, analysts point to overheated market conditions as the deeper cause, even as institutional sentiment remains cautiously optimistic.
Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon, while optimistic on global markets, forecasts a deliberate deceleration in talent acquisition for 2026 as the bank sharpens its focus on operational efficiency and strategic resource allocation.
While broader UK indices face headwinds, a closer look reveals potential in smaller-cap companies. We examine three penny stocks—Alumasc Group, Mercia Asset Management, and Roebuck Food Group—that are navigating economic challenges with distinct strategies and financial profiles.
Investment firm Curreen Capital, which targets undervalued 'ugly duckling' companies, reported strong 2025 returns. Its latest investor letter highlights automotive parts retailer Advance Auto Parts (AAP) as a prime example of its contrarian approach, despite the stock's recent volatility and mixed performance.
Investment firm Curreen Capital posted a 30.97% annual return for 2025, crediting its focus on undervalued, well-managed companies. The firm's latest investor letter highlights home service provider Frontdoor (FTDR) as a key holding, despite it not being among the most popular hedge fund picks.
Amid market volatility, five established companies with long histories of dividend payments—known as 'Dividend Kings'—have reported better-than-expected fourth-quarter results, offering retirees potential sources of reliable passive income.
A surge in sophisticated phishing and social engineering attacks led to a staggering $370 million in cryptocurrency thefts this January, eclipsing losses from technical protocol hacks and signaling a dangerous shift in criminal tactics targeting individual users.
A Nevada court has issued a temporary restraining order against prediction market platform Polymarket, barring it from offering event-based betting to state residents. The ruling intensifies the regulatory clash between state gambling laws and federal financial frameworks, casting uncertainty over the future of crypto-powered prediction markets in the U.S.
