TREE NEWS update: US senators are pushing for tariffs on South Korea due to trade friction involving the e-commerce firm Coupang. The dispute highlights growing tensions between the two allies over market access and regulatory issues.
TREE NEWS reports: The United States is reportedly considering expanding tariffs to include laptops and servers, which could impact global tech supply chains and crypto mining hardware costs. This move is part of broader trade policy adjustments that may affect the crypto and RWA sectors indirectly through hardware prices.
TREE NEWS reports: The Trump administration is considering imposing new tariffs on semiconductor imports, a move that could impact global tech supply chains and crypto mining hardware costs. The potential tariffs are part of broader trade policy efforts, though details remain unspecified.
TREE NEWS reports: The Hang Seng Index fell 0.34% at the close, while shares of Zhipu surged 12.62% during the day. The move highlights continued volatility in Hong Kong markets.
TREE NEWS update: Bitcoin has broken through the $80,000 mark, reaching a new all-time high amid strong market momentum. This milestone reflects growing investor confidence and increased institutional adoption of digital assets.
TREE NEWS reports: California pension fund’s stake in SpaceX has surged to approximately $2 billion, raising concerns about concentration risk. The fund’s heavy exposure to the private space company highlights potential vulnerabilities in its portfolio.
TREE NEWS update: US authorities are investigating Singapore-based Apex Logistics for allegedly smuggling Nvidia AI chips, potentially violating export controls. The probe highlights growing scrutiny of supply chains for advanced semiconductors amid US-China tech tensions.
TREE NEWS reports: A new wave of ‘Boycott American Goods’ sentiment is rising in Canada, reflecting growing trade tensions. This development could have implications for cross-border commerce and potentially impact US-listed companies with significant Canadian exposure.
TREE NEWS reports: Binance co-founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ) stated that Bitcoin will eventually surpass gold in value, advising countries to allocate reserves across the top five cryptocurrencies by market cap. His comments highlight growing institutional and sovereign interest in digital assets.
TREE NEWS reports: Binance co-founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ) stated that Bitcoin itself does not inherently weaken or strengthen government power; the outcome depends on how governments respond to it. His remarks come amid ongoing debates about cryptocurrency’s role in sovereign finance and regulation.
TREE NEWS reports: SK Group is selling a 49% stake in its Ulsan AI data center to institutional investors including KKR. The move aims to raise capital for AI infrastructure expansion.
TREE NEWS update: Fu Peng commented that the market’s reaction to Nvidia’s financials was tepid, suggesting investors should focus on the duration of the positive sentiment from Jensen Huang’s remarks. The muted response indicates that strong numbers may already be priced in, with future guidance and narrative being key drivers.
TREE NEWS update: China’s Ministry of Commerce has responded to reports that the US is considering imposing additional tariffs on Chinese goods. The ministry’s statement addresses the potential trade measures, emphasizing China’s stance on trade relations.
TREE NEWS reports: An Iranian official stated that the US naval blockade is impacting fuel imports into the country. This geopolitical development could have implications for global energy markets and macroeconomic conditions.
TREE NEWS update: Oil prices declined on Monday, with WTI crude falling 1.00% to $80.62 per barrel and Brent crude down 0.9% to $85.57, according to Gate data. The move reflects broader market sentiment and has no direct connection to crypto or RWA.
TREE NEWS reports: Dallas Fed economists warn that tokenized deposits could make bank funding less stable, potentially pushing lenders toward costlier funding sources. This could ultimately increase credit costs for US consumers and businesses.
TREE NEWS update: Japan’s Nikkei 225 closed down 0.20% at 66,131.98 points, while South Korea’s KOSPI gained 1.53% to 6,912.37 points. The mixed performance reflects divergent market sentiment in Asian equities.
TREE NEWS update: Analysts suggest that market expectations for a rate hike could increase slightly ahead of the September Federal Reserve meeting. This shift reflects evolving economic data and central bank signals. The news is macro-focused with no direct connection to crypto or RWA.
TREE NEWS update: Nvidia reported Q2 revenue of $96.22B, beating expectations, with adjusted EPS of $2.22, and guided Q3 to $108B, all above estimates. However, the stock initially fell 4% on profit-taking, but surged 5% after CEO Jensen Huang’s comments on AI demand growing near 100% and a CFO outlook of ~70% revenue growth by FY2028. Meanwhile, gold and bitcoin ETFs saw record inflows of ~$7B over five days, signaling a ‘currency debasement trade’ as macro pressures mount.
TREE NEWS update: Glassnode reports that the $81,000-$86,000 range forms a significant resistance wall for Bitcoin’s rebound. This zone is crucial for determining the strength of any upward movement.
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