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Basel Committee Updates Prudential Standards on Bank Crypto Asset Exposure by Year-End

According to the Basel Committee, the central banking authority held meetings to advance global regulatory measures and discuss risks and vulnerabilities in the banking system. The committee approved annual assessments for globally systemically important banks (G-SIBs) and revised measures to reduce year-end window dressing practices. Additionally, the Basel Committee will update prudential standards on bank crypto asset exposures by year-end and agreed to consult on supplementary second pillar
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09:11
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Iran's UN Delegation Departs New York After Stalled U.S. Talks on September 28

According to Iran's UN mission statement on September 30, Iran's delegation departed New York on the evening of September 28, a departure previously announced to the U.S. State Department on September 17. The U.S. State Department confirmed that bilateral talks held on September 28 reached a deadlock, with both sides unwilling to make concessions. U.S. Secretary of State Rubio subsequently requested the Iranian delegation leave the United States. Qatar, serving as mediator, continues engaging bo
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09:10
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MiniMax Releases OpenAgentCore, Open-Source Compatible with OpenAI's Agents API

According to Beating AI, MiniMax released OpenAgentCore, an open-source implementation of OpenAI's Agents API that enables self-hosted deployment. Developers can use the official OpenAI SDK and simply swap the API endpoint; the backend Agent execution supports Codex, Claude Code, or MiniMax Code. Unlike OpenAI's managed version, OpenAgentCore allows developers to self-host both the code execution framework and the Agent's task orchestration, context management, and state persistence.
09:02
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South Korea's ISA Account Surpasses 10.05 Million Users on Record 76.5 Trillion Won in Assets

According to the Korea Financial Investment Association, individual savings accounts (ISA) surpassed 10.05 million subscribers as of late August, with total assets reaching 76.5 trillion Korean won, marking a milestone a decade after the program's launch in March 2016. The growth accelerated sharply in 2026, with over 2 million new accounts opened in just seven months since January, averaging approximately 290,000 monthly new registrations. The rapid expansion occurred despite policy uncertainty
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09:02
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South Korea's Securities Firms Launch ISA Account Promotions as User Base Hits 10 Million

According to the financial investment industry, South Korea's major securities firms intensified customer acquisition campaigns on October 1 as personal investment accounts (ISA) surpassed 10 million users. Nine out of ten new account holders opted for brokerage-type ISA accounts allowing direct trading of stocks and exchange-traded funds (ETFs), prompting firms to roll out competitive incentive programs. Kiwoom Securities partnered with nine domestic asset managers to offer mobile gift cards wo
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09:02
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EU Regulators Question Binance's Reverse Solicitation Exemption After Failed MiCA License

According to Financial Times, ESMA and national regulators in France, Germany, and Greece are questioning how Binance continues to serve EU customers months after failing to secure a MiCA license. The exchange was required to wind down its EU operations from July 1, 2026, but regulators have raised concerns about its reliance on Article 61's reverse solicitation exemption—claiming the exemption should not be used to circumvent MiCA requirements. Regulators have requested information from Binance
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IEA Chief Calls Out Severe Global Diesel Shortage, Prices Hit Record Highs on Oct 1

According to IEA chief Fatih Birol on October 1, global diesel markets are under severe strain with prices hitting record highs in Europe and the United States. Rising diesel costs are expected to push agricultural inflation higher in the coming months, while liquefied petroleum gas prices are also creating challenges in Africa and India.
09:01
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Bitcoin Spot ETFs Record $149M in Net Outflows Yesterday, All Twelve Show No Inflows

According to SoSoValue data, Bitcoin spot ETFs recorded net outflows of $149 million yesterday (September 30), with all twelve tracked ETFs showing no net inflows. Fidelity's FBTC led outflows with $126 million, while Bitwise's BITB saw $13.63 million in redemptions. Bitcoin spot ETF total assets under management stand at $107.98 billion, representing 6.42% of total Bitcoin market capitalization, with cumulative net inflows reaching $57.495 billion since inception.
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08:58
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Japan's Nikkei 225 Surges 3.30% to 68,956.72, Highest Close Since August 17

According to Yonhap Infomax, Japan's Nikkei 225 index surged 2,203 points (up 3.30%) to close at 68,956.72 on October 1, marking its highest closing price since August 17. The TOPIX index rose 23.33 points (0.57%) to 4,131.98. Semiconductor-related stocks led the rally, with SoftBank Group gaining over 4%, while Advantest and Ibiden both jumped more than 9%. The strength came after strong earnings and guidance from Micron Technology overnight.
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Whale Alert Confirms Transfer of 1,424 BTC Worth $119.6 Million

According to Whale Alert, 1,424 BTC valued at approximately $119.6 million were recently transferred between unknown wallets. The on-chain monitoring service tracked the movement as part of its ongoing surveillance of significant cryptocurrency transactions.
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Samsung Electronics Completes 15 Trillion Won Share Buyback Today, Foreign Investors Eyed as Demand Driver

According to securities firms, Samsung Electronics' 15 trillion won share buyback program is wrapping up today (October 1) after completing 51.8 million of 53.29 million announced shares. The remaining 1.49 million shares will be purchased by end of day, finishing the program over one month ahead of the original November 21 deadline. With share buybacks absorbing demand ending, securities analysts identified foreign investors as the most likely buyer to sustain stock support, particularly given
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U.S. Crypto Stocks Decline in Pre-Market Trading on October 1, MARA Down 5.5%

According to BlockBeats, citing BIT data, cryptocurrency-linked U.S. stocks declined broadly in pre-market trading on October 1. Marathon Digital (MARA) fell 5.5%, while Robinhood (HOOD) dropped 3.2%, Bitfarms (BMNR) fell 2.12%, Coinbase (COIN) declined 1.9%, CRCL dropped 1.83%, and MicroStrategy (MSTR) fell 1.02%.
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Samsung, SK Hynix Q3 Earnings Rally on 300 Trillion Won Combined Revenue, Stock Up 2.6-3.1% on Oct 1

According to Korean Exchange and financial data provider FnGuide, Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix both surged on October 1 as investors reacted to record Q3 earnings expectations. Samsung is forecast to post 202.4 trillion won in Q3 revenue with 108.7 trillion won operating profit—marking the first time it breaks 100 trillion won in quarterly profit. SK Hynix is expected to report 98.3 trillion won in revenue and 77.2 trillion won in operating profit. Combined, the two companies' Q3 operating p
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