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• Governments scrutinize prediction markets over ethical and political risks economy-finance

  Governments outside of Hong Kong are growing increasingly cautious about prediction markets, which operate without sufficient regulation. This lack of oversight enables these…

• Circle CEO: Hong Kong Key Hub for USDC Cross-Border Payments economy-finance

  Circle Internet Group CEO Jeremy Allaire has identified Hong Kong as a crucial hub for USDC cross-border payments, citing surging stablecoin inflows via the Circle Payments…

• FCC advances proposal to ban Chinese labs from testing US electronics economy-finance

  On Thursday, the US Federal Communications Commission unanimously voted to move forward with a proposal that would prevent all Chinese laboratories from testing electronic…

• US GDP Grows 2.0% in Q1, Boosted by AI Investment and Government Spending Bounce-Back economy-finance

  The US economy grew at an annualized rate of 2.0% in Q1 2026, driven by a partial recovery in federal government spending after the shutdown and a surge in AI-related investments,…

• Australian Ballet Posts $4.7M Loss Amid Theatre Renovations economy-finance

  In 2025, the Australian Ballet reported an operating loss of $4.7 million, an improvement from the $6 million deficit recorded in 2024. This financial shortfall stems from…

• US AI spending dwarfs China's as firms face chip restrictions economy-finance

  US tech giants are on track to invest over US$700 billion in AI capital expenditures this year, compared to about US$105 billion by Chinese firms, according to a Morgan Stanley…

• Mark Carney launches Canada's first sovereign wealth fund, the Canada Strong Fund economy-finance

  Prime Minister Mark Carney announced Canada's first national sovereign wealth fund, the Canada Strong Fund, at the Canada Science and Technology Museum in Ottawa. The fund, with…

• 2025 French Art Tax Law Changes economy-finance

  The article discusses the increasing complexity of art taxation in France starting in 2025. It outlines new regulations affecting art transactions, including changes in VAT,…

• Céline Dion concerts could bring €1bn to French economy economy-finance

  A series of concerts by Céline Dion scheduled for autumn 2026 could generate up to €1 billion for the French economy, according to a study by Natixis. This amount is equivalent to…

• Bank of England Governor and Chancellor Exchange Letters on April 2026 CPI Inflation economy-finance

  The Governor of the Bank of England has sent an open letter to the Chancellor regarding CPI inflation in April 2026, as required when inflation deviates more than 1 percentage…

• Oil prices surge to four-year high amid US-Iran tensions economy-finance

  On Thursday, Brent crude, the global oil standard, surged to $126.41 per barrel, marking its peak since March 9, 2022, driven by concerns over a potential escalation in the…

• Wingtech faces delisting risk after audit failure in wake of Nexperia saga economy-finance

  Wingtech, a semiconductor company based in China, is at risk of being delisted from the Shanghai Stock Exchange after its auditor issued a "disclaimer of opinion" stemming from…

• US lawmakers argue against UN withdrawal citing China influence economy-finance

  During a House Foreign Affairs Oversight and Intelligence Subcommittee hearing, US lawmakers argued that despite the United Nations being bloated and costly, the US should remain…

• Powell to Stay at Fed Board After Chair Term Ends, Citing Trump Attacks economy-finance

  Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell announced he will remain on the central bank's board after his term as chair ends next month, citing "unprecedented" legal attacks by the Trump…

• Trump-Putin Call Discusses Iran Enrichment and Ukraine Ceasefire economy-finance

  US President Donald Trump spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday, describing the call as 'very good.' The conversation covered the wars in Ukraine and Iran, with…

• German Coalition at Odds Over Iran Sanctions Amid Hormuz Crisis economy-finance

  German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has publicly floated the idea of easing sanctions on Iran, a move that contrasts sharply with the hardline stance taken by his Foreign Minister…

• China may gain from UAE's Opec exit amid Iran oil crisis economy-finance

  The UAE's exit from Opec could present an opportunity for China to secure a larger oil supply, despite the ongoing challenges posed by disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. Experts…

• BYD raises driving-tech price citing memory costs economy-finance

  BYD, China's leading electric vehicle maker, is raising the price of its DiPilot 300 assisted-driving system by 21 percent, from 9,900 yuan to 12,000 yuan ($1,757), effective…

• Managed Hormuz disruption poses enduring risk for Asian economies economy-finance

  The Gulf region is shifting from full-scale conflict to a phase of managed instability, posing a lasting threat to markets, governments, and businesses. Although immediate…

• PRA Proposes Tighter Capital Rules for Funded Reinsurance in UK Life Insurance economy-finance

  The Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) has released a consultation that seeks to align the treatment of funded reinsurance with other investments held by life insurers in the…

• Stablecoin Volume Drops 19% but Supply and Holders Grow: A Waiting Signal economy-finance

  Stablecoin transfer volume fell 19.18% to $8.31 trillion over the past 30 days, according to RWA.xyz data as of April 28. However, market capitalization rose 2.06% to $305.29…

• HKEX Posts Record Quarterly Profit as Listings Surge economy-finance

  Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) reported a record quarterly net profit of HK$5.19 billion (US$662 million) for the third quarter of 2025, a 27% increase year-on-year,…

• China Resources Power renewable unit gets Shenzhen listing nod economy-finance

  On April 28, China Resources Power (CRP) obtained the green light from the Shenzhen Stock Exchange's listing committee for its renewable energy subsidiary, China Resources New…

• UAE's OPEC Exit to Boost Asian Energy Security economy-finance

  The United Arab Emirates, the world's sixth-largest oil producer, plans to increase production to 5 million barrels per day after exiting OPEC, freeing itself from production…

• China's reported sulphuric acid export ban threatens global supply chains economy-finance

  China has reportedly imposed a ban on sulphuric acid exports effective May, causing alarm among foreign buyers. The chemical is essential for fertilizer and battery production.…

• Oil Hits Highest Prices Since 2022 as Iran War Lifts Energy Stocks economy-finance

  Oil prices have surged to their highest levels since 2022, driven by the ongoing Iran war disrupting energy supply routes. The conflict has pushed crude prices higher, with the…

• UAE to Exit OPEC, Signaling Shift in Oil Production Strategy economy-finance

  On Tuesday, the United Arab Emirates declared its intention to exit OPEC and the broader OPEC+ coalition, effective May 1, after a thorough assessment of its production strategy…

• Canada-China flight expansion faces airline reluctance amid geopolitical tensions economy-finance

  Canada's initiative to restore its diplomatic and economic relations with China faces a major hurdle: the lack of direct flights. Transport Minister Steven MacKinnon announced…

• US clean energy installations forecast to hit record in 2026 despite Trump opposition economy-finance

  A report from the trade industry anticipates that by 2026, clean energy installations in the US will reach a new high, contributing approximately 60 gigawatts of solar, wind, and…

• Bank of England Levy: New Contact Details Required by May 2026 economy-finance

  The Bank of England has issued Statistical Notice 2026/03, requesting contact details from levy payers for the Bank of England Levy, which funds the Bank's policy functions for…

• China launches maritime security research after Strait of Hormuz crisis economy-finance

  In response to the crisis in the Strait of Hormuz, which has highlighted weaknesses in global trade, China has initiated new research on maritime security. This initiative aims to…

• EU Must Forge Independent Strategy Amid US-China Pressure economy-finance

  The European Union is under pressure from both the United States and China, prompting the need for its own strategic framework. To maintain its competitiveness, Brussels should…

• Chicago Arts Leaders Skeptical of Federal Funding Reliability After Cuts economy-finance

  Federal funding cuts to arts and humanities programming across Illinois have left Chicago's cultural leaders questioning whether government support can be a reliable source in the…

• Metropolitan Opera loses $200M Saudi partnership amid Iran war economy-finance

  The Metropolitan Opera in New York has lost a non-binding strategic partnership with Saudi Arabia that was announced in September 2025 as a potential $200 million lifeline. Saudi…

• Alibaba plans Cainiao logistics hub Reit listing to unlock capital economy-finance

  Alibaba Group Holding intends to launch a real estate investment trust (Reit) supported by Jiaxing Park, an essential logistics and fulfilment center for Cainiao located in…

• China's Politburo vows infrastructure push amid Iran war economic fallout economy-finance

  China's Politburo, led by President Xi Jinping, has pledged to accelerate infrastructure projects, boost technological self-reliance, and safeguard energy security in response to…

• Dubai hotels use regional conflict slowdown for strategic renovations economy-finance

  Dubai's hospitality sector, a key non-oil economic driver, faces a downturn due to regional conflict. Hotels are responding strategically: the Burj Al Arab will close for 18…

• Fashion Faces Compliance Deadlines Without Necessary Infrastructure economy-finance

  Digital product passports and extended producer responsibility (EPR) are set to become operational realities within two years, but the fashion industry lacks the supplier data…

• China unveils 12-point labour protection plan for 200 million gig workers economy-finance

  China's State Council and Communist Party Central Committee issued a 12-point plan to strengthen protections for the country's 200 million gig workers, a workforce that has…

• Sungrow Renews Hong Kong IPO Bid Amid Clean Energy Surge economy-finance

  Sungrow Power Supply, a Shenzhen-listed solar inverter and energy storage system manufacturer, has refiled its application for a Hong Kong initial public offering. The renewed…