π¨ The United States and Armenia are set to establish a joint venture aimed at developing transportation routes called the "Trump Route to International Peace and Prosperity" (TRIPP Development Company). The U.S. will hold a controlling stake in the venture, as announced by the State Department.
πΊπΈ Former President Donald Trump announced that the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), signed in 2018, is set to expire, and he expressed no interest in its future.
π A recent report from BBG confirms that the traditional altcoin seasons are likely over. In 2025, the hype cycles for altcoins were at least twice as short compared to previous years. Experts had previously warned that familiar altcoin seasons may not return due to the rapid increase in the number of tokens, now numbering in the millions, compared to just a few in earlier years. This has led to fragmentation in liquidity and investor attention, shifting the focus to selecting individual altcoins. mt Π² max
π The Astra Group is in talks with Kaspersky Lab to acquire a controlling stake in the developer of MyOffice, NΠT. Experts note that while this asset could enhance Astra's ecosystem, significant investment of time and resources will be required for its development, as reported by RBC.
β οΈπ―π΅ The turmoil in Japan's government bond market continues, leading to significant losses for bondholders. Many investors in Japanese state debt are likely experiencing portfolio strain due to these developments. As the situation unfolds, it is expected that more information will emerge regarding the extent of these losses β read more.
π« Prices for cocoa continue to decline, while chocolate remains expensive, according to a recent report. Chocolate manufacturers are not passing on the savings from cheaper cocoa to consumers, keeping prices stable despite the drop in cocoa costs. For more details, visit BBG and check out mt in max.
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π Pakistan has signed an agreement with Trump's crypto project, World Liberty Financial (WLFI), to introduce the Trump-backed stablecoin, USD1, in the country. For more details, visit Reuters.
π Tesla will introduce a monthly subscription for its Full Self-Driving (FSD) autopilot instead of a one-time purchase, reported Elon Musk.
π’π·πΊπΊπΈπ»πͺ Russia and the United States are preparing for a parliamentary meeting where they may discuss Venezuela and potential cooperation in the oil sector. Previously, Trump invited China and Russia to collaborate in Venezuela, while simultaneously expressing his desire not to see either Russia or China in the country. For more details, visit Izvestia.
π¨π³ In December, China's imports of coal, iron ore, and crude oil reached record levels, marking a significant increase in demand. The surge in imports has been reported by various sources, highlighting China's growing consumption of these essential commodities. For further details, visit RTRS.
βοΈπΊπΈ The first vote on the cryptocurrency market structure bill, known as the CLARITY Act, is scheduled for January 27. The text of the bill will be released on January 21. This legislation aims to clarify whether cryptocurrencies are classified as securities or commodities, thereby addressing numerous uncertainties in U.S. crypto regulation. mt in max
β¨ Strive Asset Management, led by Vivek Ramaswamy, former partner of Elon Musk in the Department of Government Efficiency, has received approval for a merger with Semler Scientific. This new entity aims to acquire Bitcoin (BTC) for its balance sheet. The merger marks a significant step in the intersection of corporate strategy and cryptocurrency investment. For more details, visit ASST and SMLR.