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Iranian President Pezeshkian defends nuclear rights at UN, insists on peaceful technology, and signals readiness for dialogue despite criticizing US and Israel
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian told the UN that Tehran rejects nuclear weapons but will not surrender its right to peaceful nuclear technology. On Hormuz, he stated Iran cannot allow others to be
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Poonam Gupta, Deputy Governor of the Reserve Bank of India, stated that the Indian Rupee has room to appreciate after a period of weakness.
Poonam Gupta, Deputy Governor of the Reserve Bank of India, stated that the Indian Rupee has room to appreciate after a period of weakness.
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Crypto Firm Coinbase Dropped as Member of UK Finance Lobby Group
US-based cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase Global Inc. has been removed as a member of UK Finance, one of Britain’s most influential financial services lobby groups, even as the digital-asset sector ta
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Fed Governor Barr: AI Boom, Tariffs, and Energy Prices Fueling Inflation; Further Policy Adjustments Likely Needed
Federal Reserve Governor Michael Barr stated that the AI boom and price pressures related to tariffs and energy have contributed to “upward price pressures.” He added that given rising inflation risks
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Iraq, Oman and Azerbaijan join growing list of nations cancelling Iran flights after US Treasury Secretary Bessent warns of further sanctions
Iraq, Oman and Azerbaijan join growing list of nations cancelling Iran flights after US Treasury Secretary Bessent warns of further sanctions
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Germany's largest trade union, IG Metall, is seeking a 5% wage increase for 3.7 million workers, putting new pressure on the European Central Bank to raise interest rates again.
Germany's IG Metall union will launch a new round of wage negotiations in October, demanding a 5% pay raise for approximately 3.7 million workers in the metal and electrical components industries to c
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The U.S. dollar recorded a seasonal gain in the last week of September due to the Federal Reserve's hawkish stance.
Data from the past decade shows that the last week of September is the strongest performing week for the U.S. dollar, and the current rally in the dollar suggests this trend will continue this year.
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Hong Kong’s securities regulator aims to include yuan-trading counter in cross-border channel by July 1
The measure, announced on Wednesday, is part of a strategic action plan by the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) to support Hong Kong’s efforts to advance the internationalisation of the Chinese
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NZD/USD fell 0.73% intraday to 0.5690.
NZD/USD fell 0.73% intraday to 0.5690.
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OECD does not believe the Bank of England needs to raise interest rates, citing the UK's 'different starting position' on monetary policy
The Paris-based group stated that the UK is 'starting from a different position' on monetary policy compared with other countries.
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An oil slick has been filmed washing up on the UAE shoreline, prompting authorities to close beaches in Umm Al Quwain.
An oil slick has been filmed washing up on the UAE shoreline, prompting authorities to close beaches in Umm Al Quwain.
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Al Jazeera's analysis indicates that Israel's large-scale expulsions, blockades, and expansion of settler control in Hebron
Al Jazeera's analysis indicates that Israel's large-scale expulsions, blockades, and expansion of settler control in Hebron, West Bank, threaten to destroy the local economy. Since last Friday, Israel
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Iranian Foreign Ministry official Saeed Khatibzadeh called on Europe to distance itself from the United States and Israel
Iranian Foreign Ministry official Saeed Khatibzadeh called on Europe to distance itself from the United States and Israel, stating that Europe has been marginalized due to "misleading policies" and is
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U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) has reportedly developed plans for a new round of strikes against Iran
U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) has reportedly developed plans for a new round of strikes against Iran, potentially targeting Iranian energy facilities, infrastructure, and nuclear sites. U.S. Presiden
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Fidan highlighted efforts to ensure freedom of maritime navigation and achieve sustainable peace in the region
Qatar's Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani held a phone call with Turkiye's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan to discuss diplomatic efforts aimed at de-escalating regional t
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Saudi and Egyptian stock markets declined on October 25 as the conflict with Yemen's Houthis intensified
Saudi and Egyptian stock markets declined on October 25 as the conflict with Yemen's Houthis intensified. Saudi Arabia's benchmark index dropped 2.6%, its worst intraday performance since April 2025,
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al-Sayed cited geopolitical upheaval and growing economic fragmentation as threats to global investment prospects
Qatar's Minister of State for Foreign Trade Affairs Ahmad bin Mohammed al-Sayed has warned that trade and investment cannot flourish without peace and security. Speaking at the UN-led World Investment
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analyzed that recent developments indicate the US and Israel are preparing for a new round of attacks on Iran
According to Al Jazeera, Mohamad Elmasry, a professor at the Doha Institute for Graduate Studies, analyzed that recent developments indicate the US and Israel are preparing for a new round of attacks
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Musk admitted that SpaceX limited Ukraine's Starlink connectivity
Musk admitted that SpaceX limited Ukraine's Starlink connectivity, citing Ukraine's violation of service terms by using it for offensive military activities. Services now appear to have been restored,
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Kraken's parent company Payward on October 14 agreed to acquire Lithuania's Saldo Bank, aiming to integrate deposit accounts
Kraken's parent company Payward on October 14 agreed to acquire Lithuania's Saldo Bank, aiming to integrate deposit accounts, lending, and payment services into its offerings to expand its banking bus
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EQ9 Token Analysis: Project Positioning, Market Performance, and Future Development Prospects
The EQ9 (Equals9) token aims to revolutionize the traditional foreign exchange sector by providing low-cost, high-efficiency international currency management services through its Polygon-based technology platform. The project plans to transition to a proprietary chain in the future to further enhance performance. However, EQ9's current market performance faces challenges, with extremely low 24-hour trading volume, significant discrepancies in circulating market capitalization data, and severe price volatility. Investors need to be wary of its liquidity risks and closely monitor the project's subsequent technological developments and market dynamics.
USD/KRW Summary
The pair's value is a critical barometer of South Korea's export-oriented economy, which is a global leader in semiconductors, electronics, and automotive manufacturing. Consequently, the USD/KRW exchange rate is highly sensitive to global trade flows, commodity prices (especially oil), and the performance of the technology sector. Key drivers include the monetary policies of the U.S. Federal Reserve and the Bank of Korea (BOK), particularly interest rate differentials between the two nations. Economic indicators such as GDP growth, inflation, and employment data from both countries, as well as geopolitical developments on the Korean Peninsula, can also induce significant volatility.
For investors in the cryptocurrency and broader macro space, the USD/KRW pair offers valuable insights into risk sentiment in Asian markets and the global tech industry. A strengthening won (a falling USD/KRW) often coincides with a 'risk-on' environment, which can be favorable for growth assets like tech stocks and digital currencies. Conversely, a weakening won (a rising USD/KRW) may signal 'risk-off' sentiment, potentially driving capital towards safe-haven assets. The pair's connection to the semiconductor cycle also makes it a relevant indicator for the hardware infrastructure that underpins the digital economy.
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U.S. embassies tighten security as DNI director Jay Clayton warns Iran is in "advanced stages" of planning attacks against Americans; oil prices soar
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Google quietly updated its privacy policy, effective Oct. 16, to allow connected Gmail, Drive, and Photos data to personalize ads when users opt into its Personal Intelligence AI features.
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UN and human rights organizations condemn Israeli evictions in Hebron, while Israeli ministers express support.
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NYSE parent ICE backs 24/7 stock token trading, bypassing Wall Street's conventional pricing rules.
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UAE's oil supply rebounded to a record high of 5.3 million barrels per day (bpd) in September
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Al Jazeera: Israeli gunfire killed a Palestinian man in the al-Musadder area of central Gaza; his body has been transferred to Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital.
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