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TikTok Ban: What Happened and What’s Next? 

2024-12-19 | Expert Insights

TikTok Ban: What Happened and What’s Next? 

January 19, 2025, will be a pivotal moment for TikTok – the world’s leading short-video platform.   The controversy started in April 2024 when President Joe Biden signed a bipartisan bill mandating that ByteDance, TikTok’s parent company, must divest its control over the app or face a complete ban across the U.S.   Since then, a fierce […]

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2024-12-12 | Market Dive

Bitcoin Breaks $100,000: The Rise of Altcoins Is Now

Recently, Bitcoin surpassed the $100,000 mark, just 14 years after it first crossed the $1 threshold, making headlines across the globe. This milestone is a monumental moment for Bitcoin, but it’s also a pivotal event for the entire altcoin market, with key altcoins like Dogecoin, Ethereum, Solana, and Shiba Inu rising in its wake. 

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2024-12-03 | Current Affairs

British Firms Pessimistic on China Business Despite Stimulus

British companies operating in China remain gloomy about their business prospects, with many citing worsening economic conditions, despite Beijing’s recent economic stimulus efforts.

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2024-11-22 | Expert Insights

Netflix 2024: Now It’s Time for an Epic Comeback 

Despite the “streaming bubble” gradually shrinking, Netflix has reinforced its position as the market leader with impressive Q1 and Q3 revenue reports in 2024.

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2024-11-14 | Market Dive

What Investors Need to Know About Trump’s Second Term

Donald Trump has been re-elected as the 47th president of the United States, securing 312 electoral votes against Kamala Harris, who received 226. With a new term in office, Trump’s policies are expected to shape the financial markets and the global economy in significant ways. Investors should pay close attention to his stance on tariffs, […]

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2024-10-17 | Market Dive

How Hurricane Milton Is Quickly Transforming Key Industries

Hurricanes Milton and Helene have unleashed catastrophic forces on significant parts of the United States, with Hurricane Milton in particular, poised to mark a historic level of destruction as it approaches Florida. This article explores the far-reaching impacts on various sectors, including the airline, insurance, and real estate industries, along with the broader economic implications. 

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2024-10-08 | Current Affairs

China Stocks Surge to Two-Year Highs After Holiday Break

Chinese stocks surged to two-year highs on Tuesday as trading resumed following a week-long holiday, driven by investor optimism over new stimulus measures aimed at supporting the economy. 

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2024-09-27 | Market Dive

Can the Fed’s New Rate Cut Push Gold Toward $3000?

On Wednesday, the Federal Reserve slashed interest rates by 0.5%, the first cut in four years and the largest in 16 years. This significant move signals the beginning of a new easing cycle, with more cuts likely by year-end. In response, gold, the go-to safe-haven asset, has soared to new highs, surpassing USD 2,600. As global economic uncertainty and geopolitical risks grow, could gold be on its way to hitting the USD 3,000 mark?

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2024-09-05 | Market Dive

Investors Gear Up: Is the Fed Rate Cut Finally Here?

The Federal Reserve’s expected rate cut on September 18 has become a key focus for financial markets.

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2024-08-30 | Market Dive

“Black Myth: Wukong” in the Spotlight – Is Tencent Backing the Key? 

“Black Myth: Wukong” sparked a global sensation on its first day of launch. As China’s highly anticipated triple-A game, it quickly surpassed 4.5 million copies sold across all platforms, generating a sales record of 1.5 billion yuan in revenue. Within just a few days, total sales exceeded 10 million units.