Morning brief: Asia stocks rise, xAI cofounders exit, House tariffs vote looms
Global markets and corporate developments offered a mixed picture on Wednesday as investors balanced resilient Asian equities against political tensions in Washington and mounting corporate upheaval across technology and media…
Bitcoin price prediction as whales start buying despite the crypto winter
Bitcoin price has dropped for four consecutive weeks and is hovering near its lowest level this year. It was trading at $68,245 on Wednesday, down substantially from its all-time high…
Landmark trial accusing social media companies of addicting children to their platforms begins
LOS ANGELES — The world’s biggest social media companies face several landmark trials this year that seek to hold them responsible for harms to children who use their platforms. Opening…
Key House committee advances nationwide voter ID bill, setting up 2026 election fight
The House of Representatives is readying to vote on a bill that would mandate photo identification for voters across the United States in the coming 2026 midterm elections. The House…
Gold lowers on easing tensions, but rate cut bets, China demand provide floor
Gold prices drifted lower in Asian trade on Tuesday, snapping a two-day positive streak for the precious metal. Experts believe that the market lacked strong follow-through selling, and demand from…
KOSPI Index rallies and gets overbought as the AI boom gains steam
The KOSPI Composite Index continued its strong bull run after crossing the key milestone at KRW 5,000. It jumped to a record high of KRW 5,380 this month, meaning that…
Jeffries accuses Republicans of ‘voter suppression’ over bill requiring voter ID, proof of citizenship
The House of Representatives’ top Democrat claimed Republicans’ election security bill was tantamount to ‘voter suppression’ on Monday. House Majority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., criticized the House GOP-led SAVE America…
Gold reclaims $5,000, silver surges 6% as experts say bullish momentum intact
Gold prices reclaimed the psychologically crucial level of $5,000 per ounce on Monday as economic data from the weekend boosted sentiment. A weaker dollar against a basket of major currencies…
Nikkei 225 Index forecast after Sanae Takaichi landslide win: is it a buy or sell?
The Nikkei 225 Index continued its strong surge on Monday, reaching a record high, as investors cheered the landslide win by Sanae Takaichi in the latest snap election. It soared…
The world’s top nuclear powers have no arsenal limits, here are the countries with nukes
For the first time in decades, the world’s two largest nuclear superpowers are no longer bound by any treaty limiting their arsenals. The last remaining nuclear arms control agreement between…