As Middle Eastern crude prices have increased, Chinese refiners have increased purchases of Brazilian and West African crude. This comes as refiners reorganize their sourcing due to sanctions, tariff …
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China proposes new rules to tighten control over rare earth sector
China on Wednesday began public consultation on new regulations designed to protect its domestic rare earth industry, a sector where Beijing has previously weaponised its dominance via export controls …
China refiners buy more Brazilian, W.African crude as sanctions, tariffs disrupt supply
Chinese refiners have stepped up purchases of Brazilian and West African crude as they reorganise sourcing around sanctions and tariff disruptions, and after prices of Middle Eastern grades surged.
Over 50% chance China will legalize crypto trading, says blockchain firm Red Date
Yifan He, CEO of Chinese blockchain firm Red Date Technology, discusses the likelihood of China lifting the ban on crypto trading and the role Hong Kong plays as the “bridge” connecting China with the …
How Far Is Blockchain In Becoming A Part Of Day-To-Day Banking And Payments?
Blockchain technology has evolved by leaps and bounds since the prototype was developed over a decade ago. The global blockchain technology market is expected to grow from $20 billion in 2024 to $249 …
ByteDance’s US Backers Say China Growth to Counter Any TikTok Ban Damage
As TikTok fights to keep its popular video app available in the US, investors in parent company ByteDance Ltd. are being forced to re-evaluate financial prospects for a business valued at more than …
China deal-making ramps up after years of decline as Chinese companies prepare for Trump tariffs
China is starting to see a rebound in its M&A scene as government stimulus measures start to bear fruit and pressure from Donald Trump’s tariffs mounts.
Chinese Robotaxi Firm Pony AI Soars 40% Since IPO — Retail Interest Is Outpacing Some Bigger Rivals
Chinese robotaxi startup Pony AI, Inc.’s U.S.-listed stock (PONY) has surged nearly 41% since its impressive November IPO, marking fresh record highs over the past month. While recent gains have been …
Hong Kong eyes crypto derivatives, margin lending in digital asset push
Hong Kong is considering approving new cryptocurrency and virtual assets products as derivatives and margin lending for certain investors in those products, according to the city’s financial regulator …
China deal-making ramps up after years of decline as domestic companies prepare for Trump tariffs
China is starting to see a rebound in M&As as government stimulus measures start to bear fruit and pressure from Donald Trump’s tariffs drive consolidation.
Jack is back: Why China has brought these billionaires out of the shadows
After four years of a brutal crackdown that has cost them billions, Jack Ma and the rest of China’s best and brightest have been welcomed back into the fold by Xi Jinping. The message is…
The Crypto Presidency
Crypto has a window—especially before 2026 midterm elections when Republican congressional control might be weakened—to move from a questioned corner of the U.S. financial sector to centerstage.
How China is weaponising its dominance in critical minerals trade
Strategic export controls have intensified trade tensions, with China responding to US semiconductor sanctions by restricting exports of critical minerals.
