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Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix's combined semiconductor facility investment in the first half of the year reached 43.198 trillion Korean won, a year-on-year increase of 35.1%; NVIDIA was not among Samsung's top five customers, and its revenue share in SK Hynix dropped to 13.35%.
According to Korean media citing the two companies' H1 2026 semi-annual reports, Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix's combined semiconductor facility investment for the first half of the year reached 43
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Trump stated that Israelis should not be striking in Gaza and he may endorse someone in the Israeli election.
Trump stated that Israelis should not be striking in Gaza and he may endorse someone in the Israeli election.
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Billionaire Peter Thiel's hedge fund disclosed it had acquired a $76 million stake in Argentine shale oil producer Vista Energy, whose shares rose 5% in premarket trading.
Billionaire Peter Thiel's hedge fund disclosed it had acquired a $76 million stake in Argentine shale oil producer Vista Energy, whose shares rose 5% in premarket trading.
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Sri Lanka SEC Chairman: Government "Seriously Working" on Listing State Firms via Holding Company on Colombo Bourse
Sri Lanka SEC Chairman: Government "Seriously Working" on Listing State Firms via Holding Company on Colombo Bourse
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Switzerland's Ascend Sport Technology is reportedly considering going public through a reverse merger, with a valuation of up to $740 million.
Switzerland's Ascend Sport Technology is reportedly considering going public through a reverse merger, with a valuation of up to $740 million.
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Laramide Resources secures uranium exploration licenses in Sweden, capitalizing on recent legislative changes allowing uranium mining
The licenses cover the Hotagen and Arjeplog-Arvidsjaur regions, which feature geological formations with numerous recorded uranium occurrences. Laramide Resources' CEO Marc Henderson stated that Swede
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The Wall Street Journal: LVMH Valuation Now Slightly Below Ralph Lauren, European Luxury Brands May Need to Cut Prices to Win Back Consumers
The Wall Street Journal reported that the market is sending an unsettling signal to Europe's top luxury group, LVMH—its valuation is now slightly below that of Ralph Lauren, which sells more affordabl
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Investor dubbed 'AI stock god' had 56% of his Situational Awareness fund in two AI stocks by end of H1 2026, just before a major sector correction
At the end of the first half of 2026, the Situational Awareness fund, managed by an investor known as the 'AI stock god,' had more than three quarters of its capital betting on just five AI-related st
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Chinese animated film 'Niu Lai,' initially mocked for poor animation, becomes box office hit, grossing over 11.4 million yuan
The low-budget film, which initially grossed only 7,705 yuan ($1,140) in its first 10 days, went viral for its confusing plot and terrible animation quality, attracting ironic fans online. Some social
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India's Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) has received U.S. permission to return to Venezuela, potentially unlocking over $500 million in dividends.
India's largest oil and gas company, Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC), has received permission from the U.S. Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) to resume operations in Venezuela. This move
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German automotive sector shed 42,300 jobs in year to June, employment lowest since 2005
Germany's automotive industry saw a 5.8% decline in employment in the year to the end of June, reaching its lowest level since 2005. This is attributed to falling profits in China and increasing compe
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Deutsche Bank raises target price for Chinese autonomous driving company Momenta; Pony.ai partners with Uber to expand robotaxi services in Europe.
Analysts at Deutsche Bank published a research report on Monday, raising the target price for Chinese autonomous driving company Momenta, calling it the "world's largest independent autonomous driving
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SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won and TerraPower Chairman Bill Gates deepen nuclear ties for AI power
SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won and TerraPower Chairman Bill Gates have met twice over the past year, expanding their companies' relationship beyond investment into a strategic partnership. They recent
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Ingenic Semiconductor launches Hong Kong IPO to raise up to HK$3.22 billion (US$410.4 million), joining wave of mainland China chipmakers
The Beijing-based company, already listed on Shenzhen's ChiNext board since 2011, is offering 31.29 million H shares at up to HK$102.80 each. Trading is expected to commence on August 25.
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FTSE 100 Futures Rise as Stocks Globally Rally
FTSE 100 Futures Rise as Stocks Globally Rally
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South Korea's Supreme Court ruled that Samsung Securities must pay 186 million won (approximately $1.31 million) in compensation to the National Pension Service over the "ghost stock" scandal.
South Korea's Supreme Court on Wednesday ruled that Samsung Securities must pay approximately 186 million Korean Won (about 1.31 million USD) in damages to the National Pension Service (NPS), upholdin
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Analysts: Japanese Automakers Face Dual Risks of Iran War and Yen Appreciation; Every 1% Change in Yen Could Impact Operating Profit by 2%-4%
Analysts point out that Japanese automakers are facing a dual risk from the Iran war and the appreciation of the Japanese Yen. Previously, companies like Toyota, Honda, and Nissan benefited from the Y
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Sembcorp Industries Is Said to Plan Filing for $500 Million IPO of India Unit
Sembcorp Industries Is Said to Plan Filing for $500 Million IPO of India Unit
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Indonesian Developer Modernland Seeks Second Restructuring for $274.5 Million Dollar Bond Due Next Year
Distressed Indonesian property firm PT Modernland Realty is seeking to restructure a dollar bond for a second time. The company proposes to push out the maturity of its $274.5 million dollar bond due
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Thailand's Q2 GDP growth slows to 1.9% from 2.8% in previous quarter, weighed by higher energy prices and Middle East conflict disrupting travel.
Thailand's Q2 GDP growth slows to 1.9% from 2.8% in previous quarter, weighed by higher energy prices and Middle East conflict disrupting travel.
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Japanese Rakuten Group will partner with German AI defense drone startup Helsing to provide AI attack drones to the Japan Self-Defense Forces.
Japan's Rakuten Group will collaborate with German AI defense technology startup Helsing to provide AI attack drones to the Japan Self-Defense Forces. It is reported that the cooperation between the t
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Kakao Bank plans to cancel 270,000 treasury shares, roughly half its holdings, reserving the rest for employee compensation, with approval sought at its 2027 annual meeting.
Kakao Bank plans to cancel 270,000 treasury shares, roughly half its holdings, reserving the rest for employee compensation, with approval sought at its 2027 annual meeting.
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Elon Musk reposted a tweet from cb_doge stating that SpaceX has completed 650 orbital-class rocket landings, with the 650th landing occurring on August 15.
Elon Musk reposted a tweet from cb_doge stating that SpaceX has completed 650 orbital-class rocket landings, with the 650th landing occurring on August 15.
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JPMorgan Chase: Global Chip Q2 Reports Show Strong Demand, TSMC Raises 2026 Capex by 15% to $60-64 Billion, Price Upside Spreading to Equipment and Materials
In an August 17 research report, JPMorgan Chase noted that the Q2 2026 earnings reports from major global chip manufacturers revealed that industry demand strength comprehensively exceeded expectation
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Industry Insiders: Hong Kong Family Offices Still Interested in Overseas Real Estate Investment
According to the South China Morning Post, industry professionals interviewed believe that Hong Kong family offices' interest in real estate investments in Europe, the US, and Japan may not wane even
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Several companies' earnings reports indicate that AI investments are starting to pay off, with Santander's AI contributing €194 million in business value over the first nine months.
Multiple company earnings reports indicate AI investments are starting to pay off, with Santander's AI contributing €194 million in business value over the first nine months. Spanish banking giant San
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Oil majors resist investing in new refineries despite rising fuel prices and high margins, according to the Financial Times.
Oil majors resist investing in new refineries despite rising fuel prices and high margins, according to the Financial Times. The publication notes that conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine have re
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Quant hedge fund Xantium to spin out of Tudor next year in a record $9bn launch
Quant hedge fund Xantium to spin out of Tudor next year in a record $9bn launch
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Macau's October gaming revenue declined for the fifth consecutive month, as weak spending from high-end players offset an increase in Golden Week visitors.
Macau's October gaming revenue declined for the fifth consecutive month, as weak spending from high-end players offset an increase in Golden Week visitors.
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KB Kookmin Bank leads 10.7 trillion KRW loan to support Naver AI project, setting a record for GPU financing and syndicated loans in South Korea.
KB Kookmin Bank has been authorized to lead a 10.7 trillion won (approximately $8 billion) syndicated loan for the Brookfield-backed Naver AI computing infrastructure project. The bank stated that thi
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HD Hyundai Robotics cuts robot troubleshooting time by 63% with Palantir AI
The South Korean firm partnered with US software company Palantir Technologies to deploy AI agents, reducing average problem-solving time from 21.5 days to 7.9 days since August. It also expects the t
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Executives: AI and cross-border partnerships are turning Asia-Pacific into a global innovation hub
Executives from three multinational companies, including Carl Zeiss and Boehringer Ingelheim, said at APK 2026 in Seoul that Asia-Pacific is moving beyond its traditional manufacturing role to become
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South Korea and Germany deepened cooperation in AI, semiconductors, and advanced manufacturing at the APK 2026 conference in Seoul to address global instability.
South Korea and Germany deepened cooperation in AI, semiconductors, and advanced manufacturing at the APK 2026 conference in Seoul to address global instability.
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Siemens and Naver CEOs urge companies to move industrial AI beyond pilot projects
Speaking at APK 2026 in Seoul on Saturday, Siemens CEO Roland Busch and Naver CEO Choi Soo-yeon emphasized that better data management and leadership commitment are crucial for scaling industrial arti
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Australian Home Auction Clearance Rate Falls to Six-Year Low
Australian Home Auction Clearance Rate Falls to Six-Year Low
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HD Hyundai Robotics Partners with Palantir to Develop Physical AI Solutions
South Korean shipbuilding conglomerate HD Hyundai's robotics solutions unit, HD Hyundai Robotics, announced Sunday it has partnered with Palantir Technologies Inc. to develop physical artificial intel
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SK Telecom Expands AI Adoption Among Employees, Over 7,500 Staff Use AI Agents Monthly
SK Telecom expands AI adoption among employees, with over 7,500 staff using AI agents monthly. As South Korea's largest mobile operator, SK Telecom is seeking to translate the widespread adoption of A
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SK Hynix held its first "Partner Day" in Japan, deepening cooperation with over 20 Japanese semiconductor suppliers to strengthen the chip supply chain.
SK Hynix held its first "Partner Day" event in Chiba Prefecture, Japan, on Thursday, bringing together over 20 Japanese semiconductor suppliers. These included material providers such as Shin-Etsu, Su
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U.S. Senator Sanders criticizes "oil giants" for profiting from the U.S.-Iran conflict, citing a 39% rise in gasoline prices and significant profit increases for ExxonMobil, Chevron, and Shell.
U.S. Senator Sanders criticizes "oil giants" for profiting from the U.S.-Iran conflict, citing a 39% rise in gasoline prices and significant profit increases for ExxonMobil, Chevron, and Shell.
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Toyota-backed Archion bets on aftersales service to counter Chinese EV rivals
Archion's chief executive said the company is leveraging its repair network as a competitive strength, a strategy highlighted after recent floods in Thailand brought service quality to the forefront.
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Bloomberg Markets: U.S. midterm election results may reshape the Asian AI-heavy stock market and industries such as technology trade, clean energy, and defense.
Bloomberg Markets: U.S. midterm election results may reshape the Asian AI-heavy stock market and industries such as technology trade, clean energy, and defense.
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The Wall Street Journal: AI Investors Seek Insurance for Trillion-Dollar Market Bets
The Wall Street Journal reports that as trillions of dollars are bet on AI-driven trading, investors, traders, and even tech executives are actively seeking high-risk protection to hedge against what
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Turkish President Erdoğan Appoints New Head of Market Regulator to Address Investment Fund Crisis
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has appointed Muhsin Atci, head of the country's tax inspection board, as the head of Turkey's Capital Markets Board to help address an investment fund crisis th
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Apple CEO John Ternus stated that the company "doesn't want to launch AI for AI's sake."
Apple CEO John Ternus stated that the company "doesn't want to launch AI for AI's sake."
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OpenAI pares latest fundraising goal to up to $20 billion, down from earlier target of $30 billion
OpenAI is seeking to raise up to $20 billion in a new funding round, paring back its earlier target of up to $30 billion. The funding round is still in progress and has not closed, so the figures are
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Elon Musk shares a deep dive into Neuralink's brain-computer interface technology
Elon Musk shared a deep dive into Neuralink's brain-computer interface technology. The report, produced by Cleo Abram, explores Neuralink's R1 surgical robot and the future of brain-computer interface
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Musk retweeted that as of October 31, the number of Starlink satellites has reached 11,184, accounting for 66% of the total active satellites globally.
Musk retweeted that as of October 31, 2026, there were 16,848 active satellites in orbit globally, with Starlink satellites accounting for 11,184, or 66%. XFreeze stated that Starlink's active satelli
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OpenAI reportedly lowers new funding round target to $20 billion, previously sought $30 billion
OpenAI has reportedly lowered its new funding round target to $20 billion, down from a previously sought $30 billion at a valuation of up to $1.4 trillion, according to The Financial Times. The compan
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BTGN: Unveiling its Stock and Token Identity and Investment Risks
BTGN primarily refers to the stock ticker for Bitcoin Generation Inc., traded on OTC Markets, rather than a mainstream cryptocurrency. The company claims to have developed the Bitcoin Generation Token and an ERC20 token. However, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) suspended its stock trading in 2019, and OTC Markets has issued a "buyer beware" warning for it. Given its extremely low stock price, market capitalization, loss-making financial status, and regulatory risks, BTGN stock is generally considered high-risk with poor investment prospects.
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What is CSAI? Analyzing the Similarities and Differences Between the Cryptocurrency and Stock of the Same Name
CSAI is a polysemous term, primarily referring to Compound SAI (an old or inactive asset related to the Compound protocol) and CSAI, a memecoin analysis platform token on the Solana blockchain, as well as Counter Strike AI, a token with extremely low liquidity, within the cryptocurrency space. Additionally, CSAI is the stock ticker for Cloudastructure, Inc., a Nasdaq-listed company. This article will analyze each of these different entities one by one to help readers distinguish between them.
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1COV.CX Coin Potential and Value Analysis: Clarifying Concepts and Analyzing Related Assets
The expression "1COV.CX coin" likely contains conceptual confusion. This article will first clarify that "1COV" typically refers to the stock ticker of the German chemical giant Covestro AG, not a cryptocurrency; "CX" may point to multiple cryptocurrency projects, with the most well-known being Cortex, a decentralized AI agent protocol. We will analyze the current status, market performance, and potential value of Covestro stock and Cortex tokens separately, helping readers understand the characteristics and investment considerations of these different assets.
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What is CSAI? Analyzing the Investment Potential of the Stock and Cryptocurrency with the Same Name
CSAI is an ambiguous term, referring to both Nasdaq-listed company Cloudastructure (stock symbol CSAI) and the cryptocurrencies Compound SAI (CSAI) and Counter Strike AI (CSAI) on Ethereum. Cloudastructure focuses on AI video surveillance; although some analysts are optimistic, it is currently unprofitable and its stock price is highly volatile. The two cryptocurrencies CSAI, on the other hand, face extremely low trading volumes, chaotic or nearly depleted market data, posing extremely high investment risks, and are not recommended for participation by ordinary investors.
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What Is EXTN? An Analysis of Extensive Coin, the Stock of the Same Name, and Related Digital Assets
EXTN is a multi-meaning code that refers both to a decentralized cryptocurrency called Extensive Coin and to the former stock symbol of Exterran Corporation on the New York Stock Exchange. Extensive Coin has claimed to offer anonymity, fast transactions, and a proof-of-stake (PoS) mechanism; however, as of this writing, its market price and trading volume are both zero, raising questions about the project’s activity. Exterran Corporation, meanwhile, completed its merger with Enerflex Ltd. in 2022. This article will clearly distinguish between these entities and highlight the associated risks.
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Bitcoin What is the relationship between this and stocks?
Bitcoin The relationship between Bitcoin and stocks is complex and constantly evolving. Initially viewed as an independent asset class, the correlation between and U.S. stocks—particularly tech stocks—has strengthened significantly since the 2020 pandemic and the implementation of quantitative easing policies.Macroeconomic policies, inflation, interest rates, investor sentiment, and institutional participation are the primary factors influencing the correlation between the two. Although decoupling may occur during specific periods, global liquidity and risk appetite remain the key drivers of their respective trends.
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What is BIOB? How is the BIOB token?
In the cryptocurrency space, information regarding the token with the ticker symbol “BIOB” is relatively complex, as it may refer to several different projects or concepts. At present, there are two main possibilities: one is a cryptocurrency associated with the “Bio Protocol” project, and the other may be confused with the stock ticker symbol for “Bio-Rad Laboratories Class B.” This article will examine both scenarios separately and analyze their respective characteristics and market performance.
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Rankings of Free Quantitative Trading Software and Analysis of Leading Cryptocurrencies and Stocks
This article will explore options for free quantitative trading software and analyze leading assets in the cryptocurrency and stock markets. Quantitative trading software helps investors trade using algorithms, thereby improving efficiency. We will introduce several mainstream free quantitative trading tools and provide an in-depth analysis of leading assets in the cryptocurrency and stock markets to help readers understand market trends and potential opportunities.
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Bitcoin Price Breaks $77,000: Multiple Factors Drive Current Rally
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Al Jazeera: Israeli attacks on Gaza kill at least 4 Palestinians, UN Human Rights Office warns of ethnic cleansing risk
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US banks are owed $349B by private credit funds, as PIK interest payments rise to 10% of loans
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Musk retweeted that as of October 31, the number of Starlink satellites has reached 11,184, accounting for 66% of the total active satellites globally.
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Bitcoin staking protocol b14g says $97 million CORE drained, pauses contracts
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Nikkei Asia: Overseas entities' JPY bond issuance reaches a record $16 billion as the AI funding race spreads to Japan
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Al Jazeera: Palestinian Man Succumbs to Injuries After Israeli Drone Strike in Gaza
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SpaceXAI, the AI division of SpaceX, failed to dismiss an air pollution lawsuit filed by the NAACP, with the judge ruling that the case will proceed.
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Binance confirmed that it has transferred 7,499 Bitcoins to the SAFU fund, stating that it has recovered 90% of the stolen assets and pledged to rebuild the emergency fund to approximately $1 billion.
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Chainalysis: Ethereum Reorg Causes THORChain Emergency Pause, Accidentally Delays Binance Hacked Funds Laundering
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