Wang Ning’s $20B Surge as Labubu Mania Powers Pop Mart
Reading Time : 2 minutesWang Ning, the visionary behind Pop Mart, has turned a viral toy craze into a staggering fortune. The Labubu dolls, now a
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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.
French Markets Plunge Amid Bayrou Government Crisis
Reading Time : 2 minutesFrench markets fell sharply as Prime Minister Bayrou’s government faces collapse over controversial austerity measures. Banks lost billions, bonds came under pressure, and European markets also declined, highlighting the economic and political uncertainty in France.
Ethereum Overtakes Mastercard as Global Finance Embraces Crypto
Reading Time : 2 minutesEthereum has overtaken Mastercard in market cap, reaching $568.06 billion as institutional and corporate demand accelerate its rise. With strong ETF inflows and bullish market conditions fueled by dovish Fed signals, Ethereum is cementing its role as a cornerstone of global finance, outpacing Bitcoin’s growth and drawing widespread attention from traditional investors.
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.
Tariffs Cloud America’s $3 Trillion AI Spending Boom
Reading Time : 2 minutesThe U.S. is pouring trillions into AI, but rising tariffs on semiconductors could raise server costs by seventy-five percent. While Big Tech can absorb the hit, startups may struggle. AI still fuels growth, adding 0.5% to GDP this year, yet the long-term question remains whether tariffs will derail innovation or spark domestic reinvention.
Berkshire Hathaway Keeps Trimming Its Apple Holdings
Reading Time : 2 minutesBerkshire Hathaway sold another 20 million Apple shares in Q2 2025, continuing its streak as a net seller for the eleventh quarter. With nearly 280 million shares still held and cash reserves climbing to $344 billion, the move reflects discipline, caution, and a strategy of keeping flexibility while maintaining Apple as its strongest equity position.
AI Boom Mints Billionaires at Record-Breaking Speed
Reading Time : 2 minutesThe artificial intelligence surge has sparked an unprecedented wave of wealth creation, propelling tech founders, engineers, venture capitalists, and executives into the
Bitcoin Climbs to $122K, Just Shy of Record Peak
Reading Time : 2 minutesExcerpt: Bitcoin soared above $122,000 today, driven by a U.S. policy allowing 401(k) retirement plans to invest in crypto. The move opens access to trillions in potential capital. While still shy of its $123,091.61 record, optimism is high, with Ethereum holding strong and markets watching for a breakout into uncharted territory.
Michael Saylor’s $21M Bitcoin Vision Stirs Bold Debate
Reading Time : 2 minutes Michael Saylor has raised eyebrows with his latest forecast, predicting Bitcoin could hit $21 million per coin in 21 years. Tying the figure to its fixed supply, Saylor’s vision builds on past multi-million predictions, all backed by his belief in growing institutional adoption and Bitcoin’s role as a core global financial asset.
TSMC 2nm Chip Secrets Targeted in Taiwan Espionage Case
Reading Time : 2 minutes Taiwanese prosecutors have detained three individuals linked to TSMC over suspicions of attempting to steal its 2nm chip secrets. The arrests follow a new law protecting national technologies. This high-profile case could reshape how Taiwan defends its semiconductor industry from foreign and internal threats, as geopolitical tensions continue to grow in the region.
BlackRock Pulls $561M from Bitcoin ETFs
Reading Time : 2 minutes BlackRock has pulled $561 million from Bitcoin ETFs in a major portfolio rebalancing move. While not a complete retreat from crypto, the shift has stirred market speculation and underlined the importance of institutional decisions in the volatile digital asset space.
Solana Dominates Blockchain with 26 Million Active Users
Reading Time : 2 minutes Solana continues to outperform its rivals with over 26 million active addresses, securing its place as the leading blockchain in user activity. With fast transactions, low fees, and growing developer interest, it remains the top choice for many, despite concerns over bot activity and inflated metrics. Ethereum, BNB Chain, and Base trail far behind.
Dormant Bitcoin Whale Moves $9.6B, Market Barely Reacts
Reading Time : 2 minutes A long-silent Bitcoin whale just transferred $9.6 billion in BTC after 14 years of inactivity, but the market held steady. Analysts say this move reflects crypto’s growing maturity and increasing institutional control, despite concerns tied to new U.S. regulations. Investors seem unfazed by the shift, hinting at a changing tide in Bitcoin’s power dynamics.
Ethereum ETF Approval May Come Sooner Than Expected
Reading Time : 2 minutes Galaxy Digital’s CEO believes Ethereum ETF approvals are closer than many think. While concerns remain over regulatory clarity, recent SEC moves hint at progress. If approvals follow Bitcoin’s lead, it could reshape the crypto market. Institutional investors are watching closely, and the timeline may accelerate more than expected.