TikTok’s $14B US Deal: Oracle Leads New Ownership

Reading Time : 2 minutes TikTok’s U.S. operations will be led by American investors including Oracle, Silver Lake, and MGX, separating from ByteDance with a $14 billion valuation. Oracle will secure user data and retrain TikTok’s algorithm to ensure autonomy from China. Though experts question the oversight, the deal reflects intense US-China tech tensions and political challenges ahead.

Alibaba partners with Nvidia to boost physical AI push

Reading Time : 2 minutesAlibaba is joining forces with Nvidia to integrate physical AI tools into its cloud platform, signaling a bold push into robotics and embodied intelligence. With billions pledged in infrastructure, the partnership merges Nvidia’s software power and Alibaba’s scale. Despite export restrictions and risks, markets reacted strongly, showing confidence in Alibaba’s evolving role in global AI.

Asian stocks stall as China tech dips before Powell speech

Reading Time : 2 minutesAsian stocks stalled after recent gains, with Chinese tech shares leading declines ahead of Jerome Powell’s speech. Investors paused as inflation worries and uncertainty over U.S. rate cuts weighed on sentiment. With valuations under pressure and regulatory risks looming, the coming days may set the tone for regional markets.

SEC fast-tracks crypto ETFs; DOGE, XRP launch; CME adds options

Reading Time : 2 minutesIt’s been a pivotal week for crypto markets. On September 17, the SEC approved generic listing standards enabling faster exchange listings for commodity-based ETPs, including those holding digital assets. A day later, REX-Osprey launched the first U.S. spot ETFs for Dogecoin (DOJE) and XRP (XRPR). CME Group will add options on Solana and XRP futures on October 13, pending review.

Wall Street Titans Forecast Gold’s Rise Toward $5000

Reading Time : 2 minutesWall Street’s leading investors are predicting gold could soar to $5000 as economic uncertainty, rising debt, and geopolitical tensions strengthen its appeal. With central banks expanding reserves and investor confidence in fiat currencies waning, gold is regaining strategic importance. Optimists see structural demand ahead, while skeptics warn of overreliance on extreme scenarios.

China’s crypto experiment in Hong Kong faces strict hurdles

Reading Time : 2 minutesHong Kong is positioning itself as China’s crypto testing ground, rolling out new rules for stablecoin issuance. But strict licensing requirements and high compliance costs have cooled early enthusiasm. While the city hopes to rival global hubs, its cautious approach risks slowing momentum, leaving Hong Kong balancing ambition and restraint under Beijing’s watchful eye.

Taiwan Firms Soar in August on AI and Tech Boom

Reading Time : 2 minutesTaiwanese companies demonstrated robust growth in August 2025, with significant revenue gains driven by AI and technology demand. Tong Yang, IoT Smart, and Inventec led the surge, benefiting from rising orders, cloud service adoption, and AI server needs. This momentum highlights Taiwan’s vital role in the global tech ecosystem, underscoring its resilience and innovation strength.

Taiwan Stock Market Outlook 2025: Growth with Caution

Reading Time : 2 minutesThe Taiwan stock market showed strong growth in the second half of 2025, driven by major technology stocks like TSMC and MediaTek. Global economic improvements and expected U.S. interest rate cuts further supported the market. The AI industry remains a key growth driver. However, investors should stay cautious as short-term volatility and profit-taking pressures persist.

Apple Shaken by 100% Tariffs in India and China

Reading Time : 2 minutesApple faces a major shake-up as India and China impose 100% tariffs on iPhones. With rising competition from local brands and shrinking market share, the tech giant is under pressure to rethink its strategies to maintain relevance and investor confidence in two of its most important markets.

Tesla’s Struggles Deepen as BYD Surges Across Europe

Reading Time : 2 minutesTesla’s European sales continue to plummet, falling for the eighth month in a row as competition from BYD and other Chinese automakers intensifies. Stagnant models, political backlash, and collapsing resale values are pushing Tesla to the edge, while BYD rapidly gains market share across key European markets.

China Fuels SCO’s Global Growth with New Financial Push

Reading Time : 2 minutesChina commits $1.4 billion and fast-tracks a development bank to expand the SCO’s economic influence amid global tensions. The summit also saw progress on China-India relations, signaling growing diplomatic and economic cooperation in Eurasia’s powerful new bloc. This marks a shift toward multilateralism and a challenge to Western-led global orders.

Fed Easing Hopes Drive Dollar Down, Gold Surges

Reading Time : 2 minutesThe US dollar faces its sharpest monthly decline in over a year amid rising expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts in September. This dollar weakness has propelled gold to a July high, supported by dovish Fed signals and soft labor data. Political tensions over Fed independence add to market volatility as investors await key inflation data.

Trump’s Bold Shift: Turning Chip Grants into Equity Stakes

Reading Time : 3 minutesThe Trump administration is rewriting the rules for chip subsidies by converting CHIPS Act grants into equity stakes, starting with Intel. This approach links taxpayer funding directly to ownership while aiming to secure America’s semiconductor supply chain. Supporters call it bold industrial policy, while critics warn it risks politicizing the industry without solving Intel’s core challenges.