Japan Launches World’s First Deep-Sea Rare Earth Mining Project
Japan has become the first country to begin extracting rare earth elements from the ocean floor, marking a major step to secure critical mineral supplies and reduce reliance on China.
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BlackRock Posts Higher Q4 Profit as ETF Inflows and Index Fund Demand Accelerate
BlackRock reported a rise in fourth-quarter profit driven by strong ETF inflows and heightened demand for index funds, underscoring continued investor interest in passive strategies amid market volatility.
ASML Shares Hit Record as Market Value Surpasses $500 Billion on Chip Rally
ASML shares surged to a new all-time high, pushing the company’s market capitalization above $500 billion as strong results from TSMC reignited optimism across the global semiconductor sector.
Bitcoin Breaks $96,000 as Commodities Surge in Broad Risk Rally
Global markets surged as bitcoin climbed above $96,000 for the first time since November, while silver and copper hit fresh records amid aggressive short covering and renewed investor risk appetite.
Polygon Commits $250 Million to Expand Stablecoin Payments Network
Blockchain network Polygon says it will invest $250 million in deals aimed at boosting stablecoin payment adoption and infrastructure, positioning itself as a key hub for crypto payment activity.
Japan’s Nikkei Jumps Over 3% as Snap Election Speculation Fuels Rally
Japanese stocks surged as investors reacted to rising expectations that the ruling coalition may call a snap general election, boosting confidence in policy continuity and fiscal support.
Gold Breaks Above $4,600 for First Time as Political and Geopolitical Risks Surge
Gold surged past $4,600 an ounce for the first time as investors rushed into safe-haven assets amid mounting political pressure on the Federal Reserve and escalating geopolitical tensions.
U.S. Prosecutors Open Criminal Probe Into Fed Chair Powell, Raising Stakes for Central Bank
U.S. prosecutors have launched a criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell over disclosures tied to a headquarters renovation, escalating political pressure on the central bank amid rate policy tensions.
Nasdaq and CME Group Launch Joint Crypto Index to Expand Institutional Access
Nasdaq and CME Group have unveiled a joint crypto index aimed at bringing greater transparency and institutional-grade benchmarks to digital asset markets.
Discord Files Confidentially for IPO as Tech Listing Pipeline Builds
Chat platform Discord has confidentially filed for an initial public offering, signaling renewed momentum in venture-backed tech listings as market sentiment improves.
AMD Unveils Ryzen 7 9850X3D With Higher Clocks and Gaming Gains
AMD has introduced the Ryzen 7 9850X3D, an upgraded gaming-focused processor delivering higher boost speeds and a modest performance uplift over its predecessor.
Energy Stocks Rally as Markets Endorse Washington’s Move in Venezuela
Global markets whipsawed after political upheaval in Venezuela, pushing oil and gas sharply lower while triggering a powerful rally in U.S. energy stocks, precious metals, and bitcoin.