Visa unveiled new survey data highlighting the growing impact of artificial intelligence (AI) and cryptocurrency on consumer spending, marking a generational shift in shopping behavior this holiday season. Summary Visa’s survey shows nearly 50% of U.S. shoppers are using AI tools for holiday shopping. Gen Z is outpacing other generations in digital-first shopping behaviors, including
Key Takeaways Spot silver reached a new high above $61, driven by tight supply and strong demand. Expectations of a Fed rate cut are supporting silver’s ongoing rally. Spot silver touched a fresh high above $61 during Asian trading today, keeping its rally intact after a clean breach of the $60 handle ahead of the
Digital assets are rapidly becoming a pillar of modern finance, and Binance CEO Richard Teng’s remarks spotlight how early national preparation is shaping competitive advantages as countries pursue regulatory modernization and economic innovation. Global Push Toward Digital-Asset Readiness Gains Momentum Binance CEO Richard Teng shared on social media platform X on Dec. 8 that shifting
The race for the new US Federal Reserve chair is nearing the finish line, with US President Donald Trump reportedly set to begin interviewing finalists for the top job this week. According to a report from the Financial Times on Tuesday, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has presented a list of four names to the White
Bitcoin prices surged to a three-week high on Tuesday in a “much-needed rebound” that has caused traders to “FOMO back in and expect higher prices,” according to blockchain analytics firm Santiment. Bitcoin (BTC) prices jumped to $94,625 on Coinbase in late trading on Tuesday, according to TradingView, its highest level since Nov. 25. Santiment said
During what many anticipated would be the year of a major Bitcoin (BTC) bull run, market expert Axel Adler has revealed that the leading cryptocurrency finds itself at the midpoint of a bear cycle. A Mild Bear Cycle Compared To History As of now, Bitcoin has recorded a modest year-to-date decline of 4%. However, the
Bitcoin price started a decent increase above $92,000. BTC is now consolidating gains and might aim for another increase if it clears $93,400. Bitcoin started a downside correction from the $94,500 zone. The price is trading above $92,000 and the 100 hourly Simple moving average. There is a bullish trend line forming with support at
Key Takeaways Deep Robotics secured $70 million in new funding to advance its robotics technology. Investor interest and capital flow in the robotics sector are rising rapidly. Hangzhou-based Deep Robotics has secured $70 million in fresh funding from investors, including CMB International, China Asset Management, and telecom-backed funds, according to the South China Morning Post.
Shares in Twenty One Capital (XXI), the newest crypto treasury company in the US, slid 20% on its trading debut after merging with the blank-check company Cantor Equity Partners. Twenty One Capital opened trading on Tuesday at $10.74, below the closing price of $14.27 on Monday for Cantor’s special purpose acquisition company that it merged