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29.12 / 04:50

Bitcoin 2020 reports recommendations prevention Anti-Corruption Commission Reveals South Korean Lawmakers Traded $98M in Crypto Over Past Three Years

The Anti-Corruption and Civil Rights Commission has revealed that South Korean lawmakers engaged in crypto trading, totaling a staggering 125.6 billion won ($97.6 million) over the past three years.

29.12 / 01:45

FIVE Reuters Nikkei Experts show track 2020 jobless claims Indian stock market: 6 things that changed for market overnight - Gift Nifty, cooling oil prices to US jobless claims

Sensex ended 371.95 points, or 0.52%, higher at 72,410.38, while the Nifty 50 gained 123.95 points, or 0.57%, to close at 21,778.70, on December 28. “Markets have been gaining for five consecutive trading sessions on the back of optimism over expected growth next year. Global markets too were supportive as investors hoped for an early rate cut in 2024.

29.12 / 01:38

Platform scam South Korean Police Shut Down ‘Gangsters’ $32m Crypto Scam Ring’

South Korean police say they have swooped on a $32 million chat app-based crypto scam ring that they say was being run by a network of “gangsters.”

29.12 / 00:17

IPO Platform economy Enterprise Experts reports IPO Street shines bright in 2023 on robust local demand, equity rally

IPO) in the world after China in 2023, according to data from Bloomberg. The world's most populous and fastest-growing economy recorded 240 IPOs during the year helped by a steady inflow from domestic investors amid a buoyant stock market.

28.12 / 14:44

Manufacturing country reports India aims to attract investors from Germany, UK and Korea under new EV policy: Official

Germany, Britain and South Korea under its new electric vehicle (EV) policy, an Indian government trade official told reporters on Thursday. «Talks are underway and we aim to bring all countries on board,” the official said, without giving a timeline on the launch of the new policy. The official said the policy will also aim to benefit Indian carmakers. „It should be for everyone.“

28.12 / 10:50

Provident Strategy Apple Align Remark performer reports Samsung Galaxy S24 base version rumoured to get slower UFS 3.1 storage to cut costs

Samsung Galaxy S24 series is set to launch on January 17, 2024 and reports suggest that the base model of the line-up may incorporate cost-cutting measures by opting for slightly slower UFS 3.1 (Universal Flash Storage). This move is speculated to help Samsung maintain the prices of the upcoming flagship lineup, including the Galaxy S24+, and Galaxy S24 Ultra, in line with their Galaxy S23 counterparts.

28.12 / 07:40

Cooper Aware President stage country reports India, South Korea explore joint projects in Sri Lanka, Bangladesh

NEW DELHI : India and South Korea are discussing joint development projects in neighbouring countries such as Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, according to persons aware of the matter. While talks are still in early stages, the development is significant as it reflects a renewed focus on bilateral relations between India and South Korea, with Seoul seen expanding its strategic interests beyond East Asia. Mint had earlier reported that South Korean president Yoon Suk-Yeol is eyeing a visit to India to push key projects and discuss strategic technologies, the Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative and China-related matters.

28.12 / 06:52

Ethereum Coinone ETF coinbase Bitcoin SV Bitcoin Korean Traders Drive Bitcoin SV (BSV) Surge, Price Soars by 65% in 24 Hrs

Bitcoin SV (BSV), a cryptocurrency fork of Bitcoin, has experienced a notable surge of 65% within the past 24 hours, with Upbit, South Korea’s largest exchange, emerging as the focal point for trading activity.

28.12 / 03:41

Reuters Digital WhatsApp Nikkei reports recommendations Indian stock market: 6 things that changed for market overnight - Gift Nifty, drop in oil prices to rally in gold rate

Catch Live Market Updates here Strong domestic macro data, easing oil prices and supportive global market cues helped Indian stock market indices scale record high in the previous session. On Wednesday, the Indian equity market ended higher for the fourth consecutive session led by across-the-board buying, reflecting investors’ high-risk appetite. The Sensex ended 701.63 points, or 0.98%, higher at 72,038.43, while the Nifty 50 gained 213.40 points, or 1%, to settle at 21,654.75.

28.12 / 01:59

Reuters show country reports South Korea November factory output jumps thanks to robust chip production

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28.12 / 00:34

CEO Bithumb country Inside electronic South Korean Biz Exec Bailed as ‘Bithumb Market Manipulation’ Probe Continues

A South Korean court has released a media mogul and business executive on bail as a probe into market manipulation and insider trading at the crypto exchange Bithumb continues.

27.12 / 18:05

Parke awards film Actor Oscar 2020 reports ‘Parasite’ actor Lee Sun-kyun found dead in Seoul, police say

Lee Sun-kyun, a popular South Korean actor best known for his role in the Oscar-winning movie “Parasite,” was found dead in a car in Seoul on Wednesday, authorities said, after weeks of an intense police investigation into his alleged drug use.Police and emergency officers initially found Lee in what they believed was an unconscious state in the car parked on a street in northern Seoul. Emergency officers later confirmed he was dead, according to Seoul’s Seongbuk police station.Police had been searching for Lee, 48, after receiving a report that he was missing.They refused to provide further details including whether they had determined Lee killed himself.

27.12 / 12:19

Digital Holdings information reports travelers Department South Korea to Mandate High-Ranking Public Officials to Disclose Cryptocurrency Holdings by Next Year

South Korea has announced that high-ranking public officials will be required to disclose their cryptocurrency holdings starting next year.

27.12 / 11:49

Entertainment Parke awards film Actor stars reports 'Parasite' Star Lee Sun-kyun found dead at 48: Drug probe clouds actor's tragic demise

South Korean actor, Lee Sun-kyun, widely known for his role in the Oscar-winning film Parasite, was discovered deceased at the age of 48, in what appears to be a case of suicide. Lee's body was found within a vehicle parked in a Seoul park, as reported by the Associated Press. His family's concern prompted a search, leading to the discovery after they revealed the existence of a note suggestive of suicide. Inside the car, authorities found a charcoal briquette alongside Lee, who was pronounced dead at the scene.

27.12 / 11:42

Provident Target economy Nikkei show country reports Stock market today: Asian markets are steady in holiday-thinned trade

Asian markets are steady in holiday-thinned trading, with some markets in the region closed for holidays

27.12 / 08:26

Provident Digital travelers China Unveils Digital Yuan Wallet Machine for Foreign Passport Holders

China has launched its first automated digital yuan wallet-opening machine for overseas passport holders.

27.12 / 08:22

Blockchain Platform economy stage reports South Korea’s Leading Crypto Venture Made 29 Investments in 2023, Allocating $28.44 Million in Total

Hashed, South Korea’s largest crypto venture, has invested 36.8 billion won ($28.44 million) in blockchain projects this year.

27.12 / 02:19

Reuters WhatsApp Nikkei show track reports recommendations Indian stock market: 7 things that changed for the market overnight - Gift Nifty, India’s CAD, weak dollar to oil prices

Sensex gained 229.84 points, or 0.32%, to close at 71,336.80, while the Nifty 50 settled 91.95 points, or 0.43%, higher at 21,441.35. “We expect markets to be in a range with positive bias and end the year on a positive note. While there is lack of significant triggers and in the absence of any major events due holiday season.

27.12 / 02:14

Reuters economy Citigroup show country electronic reports South Korea's Dec exports likely rose for a third month: Reuters poll

By Cynthia Kim

26.12 / 08:28

Target Progressive show track Low Rate Cut rate cut bets Asia FX rises, dollar at 5-mth low as soft inflation fuels rate cut bets

Investing.com-- Most Asian currencies moved in a tight range on Tuesday, while the dollar hovered near five-month lows as soft U.S. inflation data spurred increasing bets on interest rate cuts from the Federal Reserve in 2024.

26.12 / 03:22

Reuters Action Strategy WhatsApp Nikkei track recommendations Weekend Indian stock market: 6 things that changed for market over weekend - Gift Nifty, dip in US dollar to RBI MPC minutes

Catch Live Market Updates here Analysts expect the market to remain range bound with stock specific action this week ahead of the year end. However, the underlying tone of the market remains positive on rising bets on the US Federal Reserve to cut interest rates early next. The Indian stock market indices ended higher on Friday tracking positive cues from global peers.

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