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According to The Block, the aggregate market capitalization of digital asset treasury companies (DATs) rose 10% to approximately $340 billion since mid-August, as of September 2. Among newer DAT tokens, performance outpaced their underlying assets: CYPH, tracking Zcash, surged 142% compared to ZEC's 56% gain, while PURR, tracking Hyperliquid, jumped 62% against HYPE's 36% increase during the same period.

According to Hana Securities on September 2, semiconductor investment is transitioning from high-bandwidth memory (HBM) to mass-market DRAM and NAND, with DRAM wafer inputs forecast to increase 8.5% this year and 5.8% next year, reaching 15% cumulative growth by 2027 compared to 2025. The report identifies backend process companies—including packaging, testing, and materials suppliers—as key beneficiaries as manufacturers increasingly outsource generic memory packaging and testing operations to

Alumis Inc. (ALMS) stock collapsed 57% on Tuesday, marking its worst trading day since its mid-2024 IPO, after the biotech disclosed that its Phase 2b LUMUS trial of envudeucitinib in systemic lupus erythematosus failed its primary efficacy goal in the overall patient population. The 48-week study of 408 patients missed the standard composite measure of disease activity and key secondary endpoints for skin improvement. However, a planned subgroup analysis revealed stronger results in patients wi

According to KB Securities analyst Kim Min-gyu on September 1, sustainable stock gains from shareholder returns depend on long-term trust rather than one-time distributions. Kim noted that companies must "demonstrate commitment to prioritizing shareholders both in good times and downturns through consistent actions and data." KB Securities cited Apple and TSMC as best-practice cases. Apple resumed dividends and share buybacks in 2013 under CEO Tim Cook, announcing a $60 billion buyback despite a

According to LS Securities, Hyundai Mobis on September 2 secured full orders for actuators used in Boston Dynamics' Atlas robots, with revenue from the partnership expected to begin in 2027. The analyst firm maintained a 'buy' rating on Mobis with a 750,000 Korean won target price, citing it as the fastest-benefiting subsidiary within Hyundai Motor Group's physical AI expansion. Each Atlas unit requires 31 body actuators. At Hyundai's target annual production of 30,000 units by 2028, LS Securiti

According to Fox Business, on Sept. 2, G20 finance ministers and central bank governors recognized digital assets' potential to support economic growth and committed to establishing a "clear path" for responsible innovation. The statement also called for improved cross-border payments, including extended system operating hours for processing large or time-sensitive transactions, wider adoption of ISO 20022 messaging standards, and streamlined processes for transmitting financial services data ac

According to The Block, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) proposed on September 2 to update its registration agent rules, which have not undergone major revision since the late 1970s. The updated rules aim to modernize frameworks to reflect electronic communications and blockchain technology in securities issuance and share transfers. The SEC noted that registration agents are increasingly interacting with tokenized securities, artificial intelligence, and blockchain-based system

According to Bloomberg, OpenAI plans to launch its Astra model soon while restricting the use of its most advanced cybersecurity capabilities. The company said on September 2 that the model's high-level cybersecurity features will initially be available only to a limited number of testers. Access for defensive purposes will later be rolled out through the Daybreak Blue project with accompanying security safeguards. OpenAI has reached a critical cybersecurity threshold, with Astra capable of iden

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda said on September 1 that economic data released since the July monetary policy meeting have largely aligned with the central bank's projections outlined in its July Quarterly Report.

According to Jin10 official data, on September 1, EU defense ministers held an informal meeting where Ukraine's Defense Minister reiterated that air defense remains one of the country's most urgent needs. However, discussions among EU member states did not yield any substantive progress on this issue. EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs Kaja Kallas called on member states to reassess their inventories and consider providing or selling Patriot air defense system interceptors to Ukraine.

According to Jin10, Russian President Vladimir Putin ruled out rumors of a new mobilization after parliamentary elections on Sept 1. Putin stated negotiations on Ukraine had reached a stalemate but Russia remained ready to negotiate with any willing party to achieve lasting peace in Ukraine and Europe.

According to Bloomberg, Morgan Stanley analyst Michael Cyprys upgraded Robinhood's stock rating from underweight to overweight on September 2, citing the expansion of its prediction market business as evidence of sustainable revenue growth. The prediction market has surpassed 2 million users and generated $156 million in revenue during the second quarter, already exceeding cryptocurrency trading contributions. Robinhood Banking assets have exceeded $4 billion. Cyprys highlighted product iteratio

Japan's Finance Minister Kagetsu Katayama stated on September 1 that the government will not comment on specific foreign exchange levels, reaffirming its cautious stance on direct currency policy statements.

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda said on September 1 that the market has priced in a strong possibility of a rate hike in September, while declining to comment on daily market fluctuations.

According to BlockBeats, on September 2, Hyperliquid Strategies Inc (PURR) amended its ChEF purchase agreement with Chardan Capital Markets, doubling the total commitment for newly issued common shares from $1 billion to $2.5 billion at $0.01 par value. The revision introduces a trading cap mechanism: once cumulative sales exceed $1 billion, additional issuances below $12.02 per share are capped at 42,641,847 shares, representing 19.99% of pre-revision outstanding shares. Any issuance beyond thi

On Sept. 1, Russia's Bank of Russia began the mass rollout of its digital ruble, moving the central bank digital currency into wider use across major banks, retailers and payment networks. Systemically important banks and other large credit institutions are now required to allow customers to open digital ruble wallets and use the currency for transfers and payments. Individuals can transfer up to 300,000 rubles, approximately $3,500, per month from conventional bank accounts into digital ruble w

Japan's monetary base declined 15.7% year-over-year in August, compared to a 13.8% decline in the previous month, according to data from the Bank of Japan.

According to South Korea's Financial Supervisory Service (FSS), the regulator will hold an emergency meeting on September 4 with senior executives from major life and non-life insurers to inspect loan delinquency rates and non-performing debt trends. This follows a sharp deterioration in insurance companies' loan portfolio quality. As of end-June 2026, insurance companies' total loan balance reached 266 trillion won, up 0.7% from the previous quarter. The delinquency rate—measured by loans overd

According to Bloomberg, U.S. bitcoin spot ETFs recorded net inflows of approximately $3.5 billion in August, marking the largest monthly inflow since July 2025. Bitcoin rose 25% during the month, its best monthly performance since November 2024. Citi strategists noted that bitcoin recovered toward the weighted average buy-in price of ETF investors, estimated at $80,000–$83,000, with capital flows serving as the key driver. However, bitcoin faced resistance near the $80,000 level, declining to $7

According to Asahi Shimbun, SK Group Chairman Choi Tae-won recently stated that joint production with Kioxia Holdings represents one strategic option available to chipmakers amid industry pressures. Choi indicated that SK Hynix is evaluating the possibility of establishing a manufacturing facility in Japan as part of its capacity expansion efforts.