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Hong Kong Set to Issue First Stablecoin Licenses in March, Regulator Confirms Limited Initial Approvals

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) is poised to grant its inaugural stablecoin issuer licenses in March, with approvals expected for only a select few firms. The move transitions the city's digital asset framework from sandbox testing to a formally regulated market, focusing on stringent risk controls and credible use cases.

Feb 2, 2026

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Rafah Crossing Reopens Under Fragile Gaza Ceasefire, Allowing Limited Movement

The vital Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt reopened Monday for strictly limited passenger traffic, marking a tentative step in the implementation of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire. The move, described as largely symbolic for now, offers a glimmer of hope for thousands of Palestinians seeking medical care or a return home.

Feb 2, 2026

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Takaichi's Election Gamble Faces Bond Market Verdict First

As Japan heads to the polls, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's expansionary fiscal pledges are being put to the test in a critical 30-year bond auction, with investors wary of the nation's towering debt burden.

Feb 2, 2026

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Beyond the Headlines: Uncovering Resilient Investment Opportunities in Middle Eastern Markets

Amidst recent market volatility driven by regional tensions, a closer look reveals companies with strong fundamentals demonstrating remarkable resilience and growth potential. We examine three such firms that are navigating the uncertainty and positioning themselves for the future.

Feb 2, 2026

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Hagerty President Offloads $620K in Stock Via Pre-Arranged Plan

Hagerty Marketplace President Kenneth Ahn sold 50,000 shares in late January, a move executed under a pre-determined trading plan as the specialty insurer reports record quarterly profits.

Feb 2, 2026

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Jupiter Expands Solana's Prediction Market Ambitions with Polymarket Integration and $35M Strategic Investment

Solana's leading DEX aggregator Jupiter announces a landmark integration with prediction market giant Polymarket, alongside securing a $35 million strategic investment from ParaFi Capital, signaling a major push into on-chain forecasting.

Feb 2, 2026

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Harmony CFO's Complete Stock Sale Raises Eyebrows Amid Upbeat Revenue Forecasts

Harmony Biosciences CFO Sandip Kapadia has liquidated his entire direct stake in the company, a move that contrasts sharply with the firm's robust financial performance and bullish $1 billion revenue target for its flagship drug WAKIX by 2026. While the sales were pre-planned, the timing fuels debate on insider confidence versus corporate optimism.

Feb 2, 2026

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Tesla's Bold Pivot: Betting the House on Robotaxis and Robots as EV Sales Slump

Facing declining core automotive revenue, Tesla announces a radical strategic shift, halting production of flagship luxury models to fund a massive push into robotics and autonomous vehicles. Investors are left weighing ambitious promises against a backdrop of financial strain.

Feb 2, 2026

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South Korea's AI-Fueled Stock Surge Hits a Wall as Global Risk Aversion Spreads

The Kospi index plunged over 5% in its sharpest drop since April, halting program trading and dragging down chip giants Samsung and SK Hynix. The selloff, fueled by global risk-off sentiment and doubts over AI spending, tests the resilience of one of the world's hottest equity markets.

Feb 2, 2026

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Energy Transfer Raises Payouts, Commits Billions to Pipeline Expansion in Dual-Pronged Strategy

Energy Transfer LP announced a significant increase to its quarterly distribution alongside a multi-billion dollar capital expenditure plan for new pipeline and infrastructure projects, signaling confidence in its cash flow stability and long-term growth prospects.

Feb 2, 2026

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nVent Electric's Meteoric Rise: Is the High-Flying Stock Now Overvalued?

Shares of electrical connection specialist nVent Electric have surged nearly 80% in the past year, prompting investors to question whether the rally has outpaced the company's fundamental value. A deep dive into valuation metrics suggests caution may be warranted.

Feb 2, 2026

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Palantir Cements AI Ambitions with Major Korean Industrial Deal and European Sovereign AI Infrastructure Project

Palantir Technologies expands its strategic footprint in Asia through a deepened partnership with HD Hyundai, while securing a pivotal role in building sovereign AI data centers across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa with Sovereign AI and Accenture.

Feb 2, 2026

Financial Planner Kevin Lum's Retirement Reset: Eight Habits to Leave Behind After 60

Certified financial planner and popular financial educator Kevin Lum outlines a crucial mindset shift for those nearing or in retirement, urging them to move beyond accumulation and toward purposeful living.

Feb 2, 2026

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Costa Rica Elects Laura Fernandez, Vowing Constitutional Overhaul and Crime Crackdown

Laura Fernandez, a close ally of outgoing populist President Rodrigo Chaves, has been elected Costa Rica's next leader. She pledges to continue his transformative agenda, including constitutional reforms and emergency measures to combat drug violence, signaling a profound shift for the nation.

Feb 2, 2026

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Medvedev Warns of Global Alarm as New START Expiry Looms, Threatening First Unchecked Nuclear Era in Decades

Russia's former president Dmitry Medvedev cautions that the potential lapse of the last major U.S.-Russia nuclear arms treaty without a successor could plunge the world into an unprecedented era of strategic instability unseen since the Cold War.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Quantum Leap South: D-Wave Relocates HQ from Silicon Valley to Florida, Fueling Tech Exodus Debate

D-Wave Quantum Inc. announces the relocation of its headquarters and core R&D from Palo Alto, California, to Boca Raton, Florida, citing the state's business climate and partnership opportunities, in a move emblematic of a wider coastal tech migration.

Feb 2, 2026

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Bitcoin's Fate Hinges on U.S. Labor Data and MicroStrategy Earnings This Week

As Bitcoin grapples with volatility below $80,000, a packed U.S. economic calendar—featuring key jobs reports and MicroStrategy's Q4 earnings—is poised to dictate the cryptocurrency's near-term trajectory by shaping Federal Reserve policy expectations.

Feb 2, 2026

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Thai Heartland Reckoning: Rural Voters Rethink Loyalties, Threatening Pheu Thai's Populist Dominance

In Thailand's crucial northeast, a profound political realignment is underway. Farmers, disillusioned by unmet promises and economic hardship, are abandoning decades of party loyalty to back individual candidates, testing the foundations of the Shinawatra family's political machine ahead of pivotal elections.

Feb 2, 2026

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Thailand's Election: A Three-Way Battle for the Future

As Thailand heads to the polls, three major parties offer starkly different visions for the nation's path forward, from populist subsidies to structural reforms, setting the stage for a pivotal political contest.

Feb 2, 2026

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Advantest's Meteoric Rise: Is the Semiconductor Testing Giant Now Overvalued?

Shares of Advantest Corp. have surged nearly 200% in the past year, riding the AI and advanced chipmaking wave. As the stock trades near record highs, investors are grappling with a critical question: has the rally run too far, too fast?

Feb 2, 2026