Global TradFi & Macroeconomics

A Chinese organization linked to illegal fentanyl precursor exports conducted large-scale cryptocurrency fraud through a Japanese operational base, according to a Nikkei investigation published Sunday. Two executives of Hubei Amarvel Biotech, a Wuhan-based chemical manufacturer, were convicted in

According to the Financial Times, CRH Plc. is in advanced negotiations to acquire U.S. transportation infrastructure company Arcosa Inc. (ACA.US) in what would be the company's largest deal on record. The transaction, including debt, is valued at over $8

According to reports, the British pound fell 0.3% against the U.S. dollar on June 21 amid speculation that UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer may resign.

Oman launched a state-backed Bitcoin mining pool, while the Bank of Japan hiked interest rates, according to a weekly crypto news roundup published by WuBlockchain. Russia proposed a whitelist for USDC, Singapore issued a warning regarding Bybit, and China called for increased monitoring of

Japan's National Business Pension Fund, based in Okayama City, plans to allocate 1% of its portfolio to cryptocurrencies in FY2026, worth approximately $1.36 million, through passive multi-asset hedge funds. The fund is reducing its yen exposure from 80% to 70% to hedge against a weakening yen and a

According to Nikkei Shimbun, Japan's National Business Pension Fund in Okayama plans a 1% crypto allocation worth approximately $1.36 million in FY2026. The fund, which manages about $136 million and serves over 20,000 members, will gain exposure through passive multi-asset funds run by major

At Sydney open on Monday, USD/JPY declined 0.03% to 161.26 yen, after earlier dipping to a low of 161.19 yen.

According to CNN, analysis by the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) shows the conflict with Iran has cost the U.S. Defense Department approximately $40 billion as of June 22, including ammunition, equipment damage, and base repairs. The conflict also generated an additional $1 bi

According to Bloomberg, families holding a 50% stake in tank manufacturer KNDS NV have agreed to sell 40% of the company to the German government, clearing the path for an initial public offering.

Ran Neuner, known as Cryptomanran, stated in a recent tweet that being bearish on MicroStrategy implies a bearish outlook on Bitcoin for the foreseeable future. The statement reflects his perspective on institutional influences in the cryptocurrency space. His commentary has sparked discussions

According to Cryptomanran (Ran Neuner), in a recent post, the trader emphasized a strong correlation between MicroStrategy's stock performance and Bitcoin's market sentiment. He stated that taking a bearish stance on MicroStrategy would imply a bearish outlook on Bitcoin. The commentary has

Prediction marketplace Kalshi is exploring an initial public offering path through informal talks with banks, according to a report from The Information. The company's annualized revenue run rate topped $2 billion, tripling since November 2025, while a $1 billion funding round in May 2026 led by

According to sources, a fire broke out at the cogeneration facility of Marathon's Galveston Bay refinery in Texas on June 21. No personnel casualties have been reported at present.

Franklin Templeton plans hybrid funds using stock dividends for Bitcoin exposure up to 20% allocation limits. Crypto ETF flows shifted from strong inflows to sustained outflows during recent market sessions. Institutional product innovation continues expanding Bitcoin access through

According to Iran's state television, the head of Iran's National Oil Company stated that over 25 million barrels of Iranian oil have passed through a blockade since last Monday (June 16).

According to ChainCatcher, the Digital CNY International Operations Center announced the upgrade of its cross-border digital payment, blockchain services, and digital assets platforms into a unified "CBETS" (Cross-border e-CNY Transfer Services) platform. The center has signed direct participant ser

According to Fox News, President Trump warned Iranian officials yesterday evening not to close the Strait of Hormuz. Trump stated the United States could become the "guardian angel" of the strategic waterway and take 20% of its oil, adding that the U.S. would impose transit fees if

According to Iraq's Deputy Oil Minister for upstream affairs, on Sunday, Iraq plans to gradually restore crude oil production to between 4.2 and 4.3 million barrels per day. The proposed increase would return output to pre-Iran war and Hormuz Strait closure

According to PRNewswire, on June 21, Canton Strategic's board of directors approved a $50 million stock repurchase program. The Nasdaq-listed Canton Coin treasury company will execute the repurchase through open market transactions or other compliant methods, with timing, scale, and execution

Veteran macro investor Jordi Visser compared Bitcoin and SpaceX as 'basically the same thing' during an appearance on Anthony Pompliano's podcast Saturday, arguing both assets are driven by belief in future outcomes rather than traditional valuation metrics. Visser stated that when something has no