Why struggling companies are loading up on bitcoin
Biotechs, miners and hoteliers are snapping up crypto to boost their share prices, but experts warn of a crisis if markets crash
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China’s star tech companies rush to list in Hong Kong
The territory has made a series of reforms that have helped fuel an IPO boom
Trump’s tariff threats hit Indian rupee
Also in this newsletter: AI changes the plot in Indian cinema, and devastating flash floods in Uttarakhand
Trump opens US retirement plans to crypto and private equity investments
Move is expected to fuel growth of alternative asset industry but will expose Americans’ 401k funds to higher risks
Trump orders regulators to review ‘debanking’ practices
President issues directive after accusing lenders of discrimination against conservatives
US hits one-kilo gold bars with tariffs in blow to refining hub Switzerland
Decision could upend the global bullion market, analysts say