Bitcoin investors are looking ahead to the new year with cautious optimism after a volatile 2025.Despite recent turbulence, Cory Klippsten – the chief executive of Swan Bitcoin – believes the digital asset is poised for a sharp rally over the next 12 months.Speaking recently with CNBC, Klippsten argued that BTC’s…
Saudi Arabia, the world’s largest oil exporter, is poised to cut the February price for its benchmark Arab Light crude for Asian customers for the third consecutive month, reflecting a broader trend of declining spot market prices driven by abundant supplies.The official selling price (OSP) for Saudi Arabia’s flagship Arab…
China’s electric vehicle (EV) industry is accelerating its global expansion, with exports surging across emerging and developed markets, while domestic champion BYD appears poised to overtake Tesla as the world’s largest EV seller. The shift comes amid slowing demand for Tesla in key regions, changing subsidy regimes, and intensifying geopolitical…
The Hang Seng Index had a good performance in 2025 as it jumped by 30%, outperforming other top global indices like the S&P 500, Dow Jones, and the Nasdaq 100 Index. It was trading at $25,935 on Monday, up by ~40% from its lowest level in April. This article explores…
The Nikkei 225 Index did well this year, rising from a low of ¥31,145 in April to a record high of ¥52,590. It rose by nearly 30% this year, outperforming most global indices like the S&P 500, FTSE 100, and the German DAX. Why the Nikkei 225 Index soaredThe Nikkei 225…
Asian markets began the week on a strong footing, buoyed by expectations of easier US monetary policy next year, while precious metals pulled back after a sharp rally. At the same time, geopolitical tensions resurfaced in East Asia as China announced large-scale military drills around Taiwan. In crypto markets, Bitcoin…
The Edinburgh Worldwide Investment Trust (EWIT) has generated a near 950% return on its long-held investment in Elon Musk’s Space Exploration Technologies, better known as SpaceX, underscoring one of the most successful private-market bets in its portfolio. The investment has also become a focal point in a growing dispute with…
“It is ludicrous to believe that asset bubbles can only be recognised in hindsight.”– Michael Burry (The Big Short)The rally in precious metals has been nothing short of extraordinary in 2025, begging the question about its sustainability.Gold and silver have not just climbed this year — they have detonated through…
South Korean e-commerce giant Coupang has announced a compensation package worth 1.69 trillion won ($1.17 billion) for millions of users affected by a major data breach disclosed last month. The move marks one of the largest customer compensation efforts following a cybersecurity incident in South Korea and comes amid regulatory…
SoftBank Group Corp. is in advanced discussions to acquire DigitalBridge Group Inc., a New York-listed private equity firm focused on data centres and related assets, reported Bloomberg.The report said an agreement could be announced as soon as Monday, although no final terms have been reached, and the timing could still…