Sam Altman admits there were “serious issues” on GPT-5’s launch day. Facing a flood of user complaints since release, OpenAI scales back. Even Chinese competitors are downplaying GPT-5, raising questions about OpenAI’s position. Sam Altman, CEO of

Ripple acquires a payment infrastructure provider specializing in stablecoin-based transactions. Rapid expansion of crypto business operations through consecutive M&A deals. Industry sees heightened wave of strategic alliances, with players seizing the moment.

Vietnam expands its influence in the global semiconductor supply chain Government support fuels rapid growth in related industries Asia emerges as a core hub for the semiconductor sector As the U.S.–China trade conflict escalates, Vietnam

The Trump administration unveils sweeping plans to overhaul cryptocurrency regulations Comprehensive restructuring of digital asset classification, taxation, and compliance frameworks Bitcoin to be recognized and stockpiled as a strategic reserve asset

SK Innovation eliminates listing burden by acquiring all CPS shares of SK On Mounting deficits from aggressive facility investments raise concerns With solid footing in the U.S.

The U.S. is set to implement reciprocal tariffs without delay starting August 1. Brazil, still without a trade deal, insists it "won’t wag its tail for Washington." China has extended its tariff truce with the U.S.

Bank of England effectively halts issuance of a digital pound. CBDC-related discussions face setbacks in both the U.S.

EU agrees to lower tariffs by pledging large-scale purchases of U.S.

Forecasts for stablecoin market growth remain sharply divided. J.P. Morgan warns the “Genius Act” may expose vulnerabilities in Tether's dominance. Building market trust remains an urgent challenge. J.P.

Trump criticizes Fed during visit, raising concerns over headquarters renovation. Makes blunt call for Powell to “cut interest rates.” Market sees slim odds of rate cut at upcoming July FOMC meeting. With the July meeting of the Federal Op

American Automotive Policy Council criticizes outcome of U.S.–Japan trade talks. Warns of declining price competitiveness as U.S.

Ripple expands its influence through partnerships with international financial institutions. Launches stablecoin RLUSD to push for entry into regulated finance. U.S.

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Rare calls emerge on Wall Street for Fed Chair Jerome Powell to resign Fed's independence seen as increasingly vulnerable under pressure from a potential Trump administration Concerns grow that Powell's dismissal could spark deeper turmoil in financial markets