Wednesday, June 25, 2025

Focus

Why Stablecoins Struggle to Compete with Credit Cards in America

Stablecoins lack consumer incentives compared to credit cards, limiting adoption despite potential in specific payment areas.

Why Southeast Asia is Ditching the Dollar: A New Economic Strategy

Countries are moving away from the U.S. dollar, with ASEAN leading efforts to use regional currencies for trade and investments.

Bitcoin Breaks Records and Stays Above 100K for 30 Days Straight

Bitcoin maintains a price above $100,000 for 30 days, signaling a bull market and potential for further gains according to analysts.

Trump’s Bold Move: Retirement Funds Can Now Flow into Bitcoin Investments

The Trump administration allows Bitcoin investments in pension accounts, reversing Biden-era restrictions, potentially benefiting the Trump family.

Cryptocurrency Soars Past $111K, Driven by Policy Tailwinds and Institutional Demand

Bitcoin hits a new all-time high of over $111,000, driven by regulatory optimism and institutional interest amid market divergence.

Jony Ive Joins OpenAI in $6.4B Deal to Shape AI Hardware Future

OpenAI plans to acquire AI startup io for $6.4 billion, marking its largest M&A deal and expanding into hardware with Jony Ive's leadership.

Elon Musk Signals Shift Away From Political Role to Prioritize Tesla

Elon Musk will focus on Tesla management, reducing political activities after backlash, while confirming his CEO role for five more years.

China Imposes 75% Tariff on U.S. Plastic Imports Amid Trade Tensions

China imposes 75% anti-dumping tariffs on U.S. industrial plastics, escalating trade tensions amid a temporary truce with the U.S.