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TuesdayDec 23, 2025 9:00 am

Research Documents Billions in Crypto Stolen by North Korea in 2025

Research documents now show that North Korea stole billions of dollars in cryptocurrency in 2025, marking another record-breaking year for the country’s cybercrime operations. According to new findings from blockchain research firm Chainalysis, North Korean hackers took about $2.02 billion worth of digital assets this year alone. This is the second year in a row that the country has surpassed its own previous record. The new figure is a sharp increase from 2024, when North Korea was linked to roughly $1.3 billion in stolen crypto. With the latest thefts added in, researchers estimate that the country has now stolen close…

FridayDec 19, 2025 9:00 am

Wells Fargo Supercharges its Investment Banking Ambitions with Hiring Spree

Wells Fargo is making a serious push to become a stronger force in investment banking, and the results are starting to show. Once seen mainly as a traditional retail bank, the company is now steadily reshaping its image through aggressive hiring, bigger deals, and clear long-term ambitions. Over the past few years, Wells Fargo has been quietly building its investment banking team by hiring dozens of senior bankers every year. These hires include experienced managing directors and industry specialists brought in from top competitors. The strategy is simple but demanding: bring in talent with strong client relationships, expand deal pipelines,…

ThursdayDec 18, 2025 9:00 am

New Sodium-Based Energy Storage Battery System Passes Crucial Tests

A new type of energy storage battery is making waves in the renewable energy world. California-based Inlyte Energy recently completed a successful test of its full-scale iron-sodium battery, often called a “salt battery,” in the United Kingdom. This success marks an important step toward producing these batteries in the United States and supporting the country’s shift toward clean energy. Inlyte’s battery technology is supported by the U.S. Department of Energy. The company received early-stage funding through the ARPA-E SEED program and a $4 million award from the Critical Facility Energy Resilience program. These funds are helping Inlyte move from research…

TuesdayDec 16, 2025 9:00 am

TerraUSD Founder Given 15-Year Sentence for Stablecoin Crash

The collapse of TerraUSD shocked the global cryptocurrency market and left millions of investors facing heavy losses. At the center of this financial disaster was Do Kwon, the co-founder of Terraform Labs. A U.S. court has now sentenced him to 15 years in prison, marking one of the most serious punishments ever handed down in a crypto-related fraud case. TerraUSD was promoted as a stablecoin, a type of digital currency designed to keep a steady value by staying equal to the U.S. dollar. Investors were told that smart technology and computer algorithms would automatically protect the coin from price swings.…

FridayDec 12, 2025 9:00 am

Ford to Collaborate with Renault in Making Affordable EVs

Ford and Renault have announced a new partnership to develop small and affordable electric vehicles (EVs) for the European market. The collaboration also includes plans to produce commercial vans together. The move comes as both automakers face growing competition from Chinese carmakers, who are offering lower-cost EVs in Europe. Ford’s CEO, Jim Farley, described the situation as a “fight for survival” in the automotive industry. He said that cheaper Chinese EVs are a serious threat to traditional automakers in Europe. Renault’s CEO, Francois Provost, agreed and noted that European companies must act quickly to remain competitive. As part of the…

ThursdayDec 11, 2025 9:00 am

Germany Restores EV Purchase Incentives to Boost Uptake

Germany is bringing back strong support for electric vehicle buyers after seeing how quickly sales dropped when earlier subsidies were removed. For the past two years, the market has struggled because many people felt new EVs were too expensive without government help. Now the country is reversing course with a new plan designed to make electric cars more affordable and to protect its important auto industry. The biggest change is a long-term tax break that will benefit anyone buying a new electric vehicle. Germany has confirmed that all new EVs registered before the end of 2030 will enjoy a full…

TuesdayDec 09, 2025 9:00 am

VinFast Announces $500M Investment to Boost its Production Operations in India

VinFast has announced a new investment of $500 million to grow its production operations in India, marking another major step in its expansion into one of the world’s fastest-growing electric vehicle markets. The company already operates a manufacturing facility in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu, and this new investment is part of the second phase of its larger $2 billion plan for the country. The new funds will be used to build dedicated production lines for electric buses and electric two wheelers, including e-scooters. VinFast and the government of Tamil Nadu recently signed a memorandum of understanding that sets the foundation for…

MondayDec 08, 2025 9:45 am

Silvercorp Metals Inc. (NYSE-A/TSX: SVM) Making Progress on El Domo Construction as Production Growth Continues in China

Disseminated on behalf of Silvercorp Metals Inc. (NYSE-A/TSX: SVM) and includes paid advertisement. Precious metals producer Silvercorp recently reported one of its strongest quarterly performances from its mines in China and is expanding with development in Ecuador Silvercorp is working to expand ore production at its flagship Ying operations, to obtain the permits to boost mine production, and to commission its El Domo mine by the end of next year Silvercorp Metals (NYSE American/TSX: SVM) is building on a quarter marked by one of its strongest quarterly revenue and higher gold and silver production from its operations in China with…

FridayDec 05, 2025 9:00 am

Experts Urge Caution as Bitcoin Starts December on a Losing Streak

The Fear & Greed Index dropped to 9 in November, its lowest ever in the history of crypto. The expected “Updecember” surge in crypto didn’t happen and many are wondering whether there has been a change in trend or this is a mere market correction before the Bitcoin surge continues. Several experts shared their views on the subject and we capture what some of them had to say. The founder and CEO of Stabolut, Eneko Knorr, says the month of December and January are likely to play a decisive role in the crypto market. He says that the fact that…

ThursdayDec 04, 2025 11:15 am

Site visit: Silvercorp’s Flagship Ying Mining District continues to impress analysts

Disseminated on behalf of Silvercorp Metals Inc. (NYSE-A/TSX: SVM) and includes paid advertisement. Silvercorp management and staff with analysts at the Ying Mining District site in Henan Province, China. SILVERCORP METALS Silvercorp Staff, December 2025 At the largest primary silver mine in China, Vancouver-based Silvercorp Metals (NYSE American: SVM, TSX: SVM) continues to expand capacity and extend the life of the project. These achievements were evident to a group of analysts and investors visiting the site in late October, who observed why Ying will remain a high quality asset for years to come. Located in Henan Province, Ying is about 780 kilometres southwest of Beijing and…

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