Tagged: china

June 7, 2026 @ 6:13 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis has recently indicated that a shadow economy centered on peptides has expanded into a significant financial force, surpassing a $100 million annual transaction volume through cryptocurrency channels. Once limited to dedicated biohackers seeking performance and health optimizations, this market has surged… Read More

June 7, 2026 @ 12:10 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

  Stablecoins or digital tokens pegged to dominant fiat currencies such as the US dollar or the Euro have evolved thanks to major improvements to their underlying technology as well as progressive regulations under the Trump Administration. And whenever the United States leads in an… Read More

May 25, 2026 @ 1:13 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Trading volumes for US-listed options tied to two prominent Chinese fintech firms spiked dramatically just before a major regulatory announcement from Beijing. This activity preceded a sharp downturn in their share prices, highlighting how some investors appeared to anticipate the crackdown. Futu Holdings Ltd. (NASDAQ:… Read More

May 24, 2026 @ 2:43 pm By Michael Wong  |  

Chinese autonomous driving company UISEE Technologies has raised about HK$870 million ($111 million) in a Hong Kong initial public offering, adding to signs of improving investor appetite for AI-linked technology listings in the city. The Beijing-based company began trading on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange… Read More

May 17, 2026 @ 7:22 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

A recent report indicates that China’s artificial intelligence venture market is demonstrating notable resilience amid a broader slowdown in venture capital activity, according to a new Q2 2026 analyst note from PitchBook. While overall VC deployment has contracted significantly since its 2021 peak, AI-related investments… Read More

May 6, 2026 @ 4:33 am By Omar Faridi  |  

PitchBook has pointed out that when Aileen Lee first used the term “unicorn” in 2013, it described a rare breed of venture-backed startups valued at $1 billion or more—fewer than 40 existed then. By the end of Q1 2026, the global unicorn population has swelled… Read More

May 3, 2026 @ 5:48 pm By Michael Wong  |  

Digital payments major Ant International announced that its global network now connects more than 150 million merchants with over 2 billion user accounts. The growth comes as the fintech firm expands its payments, cross-border commerce, and AI-driven financial services infrastructure, according to an announcement. The… Read More

April 24, 2026 @ 3:01 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Recent analysis from Citi Research, part of Citi (NYSE: C), underscores a pivotal shift in artificial intelligence usage, particularly in high-engagement markets like China. A survey of 1,800 consumers who had interacted with AI tools in the prior month found that about 70% engage with… Read More

February 13, 2026 @ 4:49 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In a recent development in the ongoing battle against international financial fraud, a U.S. federal judge has handed down a 20-year prison term to Daren Li, a 42-year-old man holding dual citizenship in China and St. Kitts and Nevis. The sentence, delivered in absentia in… Read More

February 11, 2026 @ 9:45 am By JD Alois  |  

China is home to the second-largest economy in the world. It is also home to many very large Fintechs. Recently, it was reported that authorities reiterated their ban on crypto and on private firms enabling digital assets. But one observer says China is not anti-tokenization;… Read More

February 9, 2026 @ 12:55 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In early February 2026, Chinese regulators (again) escalated their long-standing opposition to cryptocurrencies by issuing a joint statement from the People’s Bank of China (PBOC) and seven other agencies. The directive reportedly bans unauthorized offshore issuance of yuan-linked stablecoins and imposes strict vetting on tokens… Read More

January 30, 2026 @ 9:18 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Australia’s ongoing economic ties with China have undergone a significant transformation, driven by changes in the global economy. Economists at the Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) highlight how internal challenges in China and evolving international supply networks are compelling Australian businesses to broaden their horizons…. Read More

January 28, 2026 @ 8:03 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Chainalysis pointed out that in recent years, networks operating primarily in Chinese-language channels have emerged as a major player in the shadowy world of cryptocurrency-based money laundering. Chainalysis also explained that these groups, often referred to as Chinese-language money laundering networks (CMLNs), now account for… Read More

January 23, 2026 @ 2:35 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Thunes has teamed up with UnionPay International to introduce a streamlined system for sending money directly to mainland China. This collaboration enhances the efficiency of international transfers, making them quicker, more dependable, and clearer for users worldwide. By establishing a direct link between Thunes’ extensive… Read More

January 19, 2026 @ 8:36 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The mBridge platform—a collaborative initiative spearheaded by China for cross-border payments using central bank digital currencies (CBDCs)—has exceeded $55 billion in total transaction value. This milestone, highlighted in a recent analysis, underscores the evolution of digital payment systems amid efforts to streamline international trade and… Read More

January 7, 2026 @ 12:28 pm By JD Alois  |  

We need banking services; we just don’t necessarily need banks.  The advent of digital assets and the potential for disintermediation pose both threats and opportunities for traditional banks. Stablecoins may upend traditional financial rails, and the GENIUS Act provided a federal path for firms to… Read More

December 31, 2025 @ 1:30 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In the evolving ecosystem of digital finance, a Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) executive has raised alarms about potential U.S. policy missteps that might undermine America’s position in global monetary innovation. Faryar Shirzad, the cryptocurrency exchange’s chief policy officer, highlighted how limiting incentives on American stablecoins could inadvertently… Read More

December 29, 2025 @ 8:26 am By Omar Faridi  |  

China’s central bank, the People’s Bank of China (PBOC), has unveiled a comprehensive action plan to elevate its central bank digital currency (CBDC), the digital yuan (e-CNY). Effective January 1, 2026, this initiative will introduce an upgraded governance framework, operational mechanisms, and supporting infrastructure, marking… Read More

December 24, 2025 @ 2:01 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

GlobalData noted that as 2025 progressed, the world’s economy had largely moved beyond post-COVID distortions, however, growth still remained somewhat uneven and the path into 2026 looks a bit fragile. A comparatively strong first half of 2025, helped by firms advancing imports, quick supply-chain reconfiguration,… Read More

December 23, 2025 @ 8:45 am By Omar Faridi  |  

China’s venture capital funding ecosystem has experienced a significant decline in deal value, despite showcasing “resilience in terms of volume.” The total number of VC deals announced in China increased by 8% during January-November 2025 compared to the same period in the previous year whereas… Read More