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Hong Kong prepares banks for quantum threats amid tokenization push

<img src="https://s3-images.ctmedia.io/media/article-covers/hi-hong-kong-fund-how-dats-could-redefine-stablecoin-treasuries.jpg" alt="Hong Kong prepares banks for quantum threats amid tokenization push" class="type:primaryImage">The HKMA aims to make Hong Kong’s banking sector fully prepared for quantum-related security risks by 2030 as the city expands tokenized finance.

Binance phishs its own staff monthly, India censors BitChat code: Asia Express

<img src="https://s3-images.ctmedia.io/media/article-covers/asia-express-6.jpg" alt="Binance phishs its own staff monthly, India censors BitChat code: Asia Express" class="type:primaryImage">Binance has been phishing its own staff to get ahead of potential attacks. South Korean crypto volumes tank 89% — plus all of the week’s other crypto news from Asia.

Nvidia’s potential new deal with OpenAI would revive a spooky tech-bubble habit, analyst warns

Investors are fretting over a report that Nvidia could backstop an OpenAI data-center lease, in what would be the largest such arrangement yet.

New York AG warns CLARITY Act could weaken state crypto enforcement

New York Attorney General Letitia James said the federal crypto market structure bill could restrict state regulators and urged Congress to impose stronger consumer protections on digital asset platforms.

‘I feel lucky’: I’m 71 and inherited $20,000. What should I do with this money?

“I have an IRA, a high-yield savings account, four CDs and checking and savings accounts.”

Stop snacking. Restricting eating for only 8 or 9 hours a day may keep your mind sharp.

A new study found cognitive improvements for shorter durations of eating

More cracks emerge in AI-related bonds as Meta, Microsoft earnings loom

‘The money has to come from somewhere,’ says Bryce Doty at Sit, of pressure heavy AI-debt supply and the rest of the bond market

Cross River to enable P2P payments, banking services for X Money

<img src="https://s3-images.ctmedia.io/media/article-covers/hi-crypto-is-the-next-step-toward-a-cashless-society-eu.png" alt="Cross River to enable P2P payments, banking services for X Money" class="type:primaryImage">The banking-as-a-service provider will power X Money’s peer-to-peer payments, FDIC-insured accounts and Visa debit cards as the platform expands its financial services.

SpaceX’s stock falls to a new low despite a near-flawless Starship flight

SpaceX’s earnings report next week could unleash a further wave of selling, as some insiders will soon be able to unload shares.

Micron and other chip stocks fall as China steals the spotlight

CXMT had a strong public debut in Shanghai, and now investors are weighing the prospect of a manufacturing breakthrough that could make China’s chip industry more competitive.

Apple reclaims title of world’s largest company after historic stretch of outperformance

Apple’s stock is on track to see its best monthly performance in more than two decades relative to the Nasdaq-100.

Bitmine keeps buying Ether as ETH outperforms Bitcoin

<img src="https://s3-images.ctmedia.io/media/article-covers/hi-the-7-largest-ethereum-treasury-companies-right-now-ranked-by-holdings-bitmine-3.jpg" alt="Bitmine keeps buying Ether as ETH outperforms Bitcoin" class="type:primaryImage">The company added nearly 10,000 ETH over the past week, bringing its holdings to 5.79 million Ether, about 85% of which is staked through its validator operations.

‘I know what he wants to do,’ Trump says of Fed’s Warsh, as president presses for rate cuts

New Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh “wants to do the right thing” but is facing a Fed board that might oppose him, the president said.

Securitize Capital becomes SEC-registered investment adviser

<img src="https://s3-images.ctmedia.io/media/article-covers/hi-how-crypto-deriv-could-change-the-industry-stablecoin.png" alt="Securitize Capital becomes SEC-registered investment adviser" class="type:primaryImage">The registration expands Securitize’s regulated platform for tokenized assets, adding investment advisory services to its institutional offering.

Should you get paid to care for a family member?

Serving as a family caregiver isn’t just exhausting. It can be financially devastating, as well.

‘It’s a high price to pay’: My adviser says I don’t need a withdrawal plan for my $2.3 million portfolio. Is he right?

“His proposal involves a proprietary equity hedge strategy to manage $700,000 of my assets.”

Tether’s XAUt gold token receives Shariah certification to expand Islamic finance access

<img src="https://s3-images.ctmedia.io/media/article-covers/hi-sharia-ruling-on-crypto-will-it-set-a-standard-for-acceptance.png" alt="Tether’s XAUt gold token receives Shariah certification to expand Islamic finance access" class="type:primaryImage">The certification could expand access to Tether’s gold-backed token among Islamic financial institutions and investors seeking Shariah-compliant exposure to physical gold.

Kraken parent Payward acquires Magic Labs’ wallet business

<img src="https://s3-images.ctmedia.io/media/article-covers/piece-unite-blockchain-cube.jpg" alt="Kraken parent Payward acquires Magic Labs’ wallet business" class="type:primaryImage">The deal brings wallet technology to Payward’s enterprise platform, potentially reducing the number of infrastructure providers businesses need to integrate with.

Bitcoin price eyes $66K as US stocks rise on Iran-strike pause

<img src="https://s3-images.ctmedia.io/media/article-covers/gym-up-bitcoin.jpg" alt="Bitcoin price eyes $66K as US stocks rise on Iran-strike pause" class="type:primaryImage">Bitcoin copied US stocks as relief over end of US-Iran strikes spread to risk assets at the start of the US trading session.

For 44 years, this investor held aces in the long-bond game. He just folded.

Lacy Hunt’s about-face on long-term Treasurys marks the end of an era. Here’s what it means for your money.