Bitcoin slid during Asian trading on Friday as speculation over the future leadership of the United States central bank unsettled risk appetite across global markets, adding to a cautious tone already shaped by shifting expectations for interest rates and liquidity. The world’s largest cryptocurrency fell below the psychological $40,000 level before stabilising, with traders pointing to heightened volatility after reports and commentary suggested renewed political debate around […]
Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Etihad Rail has taken a significant step towards reshaping freight transport in the Gulf after completing a magnetic levitation freight trial with Italy-based technology firm IronLev, marking the first time such a system has been tested in the Middle East. The trial, conducted at the Al Faya Depot, demonstrated the ability of a maglev platform to move heavy cargo efficiently, signalling a potential […]
A significant wave of liquidations surged through global cryptocurrency markets as leveraged long positions worth about $140 million were wiped out within a single hour, underscoring sharp price swings and persistent volatility that have unsettled traders and risk models alike. The liquidation event affected tens of thousands of leveraged accounts and came amid rapid price fluctuations in major digital assets, particularly Bitcoin and Ethereum, with derivatives trading […]
Kaspersky has introduced a new online tool aimed at helping industrial companies in the Middle East quantify cyber risk in operational technology environments, as manufacturers, energy firms and utilities face mounting pressure to justify cybersecurity spending with clearer financial metrics. The cybersecurity company said the OT Cybersecurity Savings Calculator is designed to translate technical exposure in industrial control systems into potential monetary losses, allowing executives to […]
By Nitya Chakraborty The meeting between Chinese President Xi Jinping and the British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Thursday, January 29 in Beijing assumes special significance at a time when Britain is fighting its transatlantic ally U.S. over the sovereignty of Greenland and President Trump has mentioned security threat from China and Russia in Arctic […]
MEXICO CITY, MEXICO – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 January 2026 – As large AI models accelerate toward commercial application, intelligent algorithmic trading has made breakthrough progress in financial markets. Recently, Axis Quant AI announced the introduction of its product into cryptocurrency trading through API integration, marking a significant step toward more scalable applications of intelligent algorithms.
Unlike traditional trading tools, the core of Axis Quant AI lies in its dynamic algorithmic strategies. By continuously analyzing market data and leveraging API integration, Axis Quant AI connects cryptocurrency exchanges to form a comprehensive trading system covering decision-making, execution, and risk control.
The true value of intelligent algorithmic trading depends on long-term, stable returns. Previously, Axis Quant AI has conducted multiple batches of live account operations, demonstrating outstanding consistency in strategy execution and returns, attracting attention from numerous financial institutions and professional trading teams.
From the perspective of industry development, high volatility and round-the-clock trading have become the norm, making the limitations of manual operations increasingly apparent. Axis Quant AI has elevated intelligent algorithmic trading to a new level, demonstrating clear advantages in execution efficiency, discipline, and risk management.
Notably, the Axis Quant AI team stated in an interview that their current positioning is not to replace professional traders but to emphasize the role division of algorithmic systems within the trading framework. However, future product functions will inevitably become a core component of the financial trading market.
The product capabilities of Axis Quant AI are comprehensive and are entering a broader application phase. It is understood that multiple trading platforms and institutions have already initiated cooperation discussions. As AI algorithms transition from an “auxiliary role” to a “core function,” the trading methods in the crypto market will undergo a disruptive transformation.
Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Dubai has begun opening its high-value property market to smaller global investors by allowing completed homes to be bought and sold in fractional digital shares through blockchain-based platforms, a move that could reshape how international capital enters the emirate’s real estate sector. The approach, known as real-estate tokenisation, allows a finished apartment or villa to be divided into hundreds of digital units, each […]
Hong Kong’s first exchange-traded fund directly tracking physical gold prices posted a sharp rise on its trading debut on Thursday, underscoring renewed investor appetite for safe-haven assets as bullion climbed to a fresh all-time high in international markets.
The Hang Seng Gold ETF gained more than 9% within hours of listing, according to exchange data, drawing robust turnover from institutional and retail investors seeking exposure to gold without holding the metal outright. The launch coincided with spot gold touching a record level just below $2,500 an ounce, driven by a combination of monetary policy expectations, geopolitical uncertainty and sustained central bank demand.
Market participants said the strength of the debut reflected pent-up demand in Hong Kong for simple, exchange-based gold products that track global prices more closely. While futures-linked and commodity-basket funds have existed for years, the new ETF is structured to mirror spot prices using physical gold holdings, reducing tracking error and rollover costs.
Gold’s advance has been underpinned by expectations that major central banks are approaching an inflection point in interest-rate policy. Slowing inflation in the United States and Europe has reinforced the view that rate cuts could come later this year, weakening the dollar and lowering the opportunity cost of holding non-yielding assets such as gold. The metal has also benefited from persistent buying by central banks seeking to diversify reserves amid currency volatility and sanctions-related risks.
In Hong Kong, the ETF’s issuer said the product was designed to meet demand from investors who view gold as both a hedge against macroeconomic shocks and a portfolio diversifier. The fund allows trading in local currency during market hours, offering an alternative to offshore accounts or over-the-counter bullion purchases.
Analysts noted that the timing of the launch proved advantageous. Global gold prices have risen by more than 20% over the past year, supported by strong inflows into bullion-backed products in Asia and the Middle East. In contrast, flows into some gold ETFs listed in North America had been uneven earlier in the cycle, reflecting higher real yields and competition from cash-like instruments. That pattern has shifted as expectations around policy easing firmed.
Hong Kong’s exchange has been seeking to broaden its commodity and currency-linked offerings to attract regional capital, particularly from mainland investors using cross-border trading channels. Although access rules vary by product, fund managers said interest from family offices and private banks was a key driver of early demand for the gold ETF.
Spot gold’s climb to record territory has also been fuelled by geopolitical tensions spanning Eastern Europe and the Middle East, alongside concerns about sovereign debt sustainability in several advanced economies. Such factors have reinforced gold’s role as a store of value during periods of heightened uncertainty.
Bullion dealers in Asia reported steady physical demand from jewellery manufacturers and investors, even as higher prices tempered buying in some price-sensitive markets. Premiums in major trading hubs narrowed but remained positive, signalling underlying support rather than speculative excess.
The strong opening performance of the Hang Seng Gold ETF contrasts with more subdued debuts for some equity-linked funds in the city this year, highlighting the divergence between defensive assets and riskier sectors. Equity markets in the region have faced headwinds from uneven growth prospects and regulatory uncertainty, pushing some investors to rebalance portfolios towards commodities and hard assets.
Industry observers cautioned that gold prices can be volatile in the short term, particularly if inflation data or central bank guidance shifts market expectations. A stronger-than-expected rebound in growth or a delay in policy easing could trigger profit-taking after the metal’s sharp run-up. Even so, many strategists maintain that structural factors, including reserve diversification by monetary authorities and long-term fiscal pressures, provide a supportive backdrop.
Hyperliquid’s native token, HYPE, climbed past the $30 mark as a sharp increase in activity linked to silver trading propelled volumes across the decentralised derivatives platform. The move capped a multi-day rally that has drawn attention from both crypto-native traders and traditional commodities participants experimenting with on-chain markets. Market data showed HYPE posting gains of roughly 50 per cent over three sessions, coinciding with a spike in […]
U. S. spot exchange-traded funds tied to major cryptocurrencies saw a marked shift in capital flows on 26 January 2026, with Ethereum-linked products attracting the largest net inflows while Bitcoin, XRP and Solana ETFs drew comparatively lower interest. Data compiled from fund-flow trackers and trading platforms shows the spot Ethereum ETFs posted approximately $117m of net inflows during the session, overturning a streak of prior redemptions, and […]
Shiba Inu’s supply reduction drive has accelerated sharply, with community-led burns eliminating roughly 28.8 billion SHIB tokens and sending the burn rate soaring by more than 1,500%, according to on-chain trackers and project updates. The spike has reignited debate around scarcity dynamics in meme-linked assets and has coincided with a technical pattern that traders interpret as a potential upside continuation. The burn acceleration has been driven by […]
Large institutional investors are signalling a strong appetite to accumulate digital assets during market pullbacks, according to a survey indicating that four out of five professional participants would either hold steady or increase exposure even if prices slide by 10%. The finding underscores a shift in how major allocators view volatility, treating declines as entry points rather than exit signals. Major investors show readiness to buy downturns […]
Nairobi has been chosen to host the first Gulfood360 Africa in May 2027, marking a significant expansion of the global food and beverage platform into a continent whose food economy is valued at about $567 billion. The decision, announced on the sidelines of Gulfood 2026 in Dubai, formalises Kenya as the official African host and positions the East African hub at the centre of a strategy to […]
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 28 January 2026 – The Asian Financial Forum (AFF), Asia’s flagship annual financial event, successfully wrapped up its 19th edition yesterday (January 27), following two days of high-powered discussions and intelligence sharing involving more than 4,000 business leaders and officials from over 60 countries and regions.
Jointly organised by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) under the theme of “Co-creating New Horizons Amid an Evolving Landscape”, the AFF welcomed more than 150 distinguished speakers from around the world.
A new Global Business Summit was held throughout day-two of the AFF yesterday, to further integrate finance with key industries and drive innovation and economic development.
Co-organised by the Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau of the HKSAR Government, the HKTDC, and the Office for Attracting Strategic Enterprises, the summit explored how finance empowers businesses. It also examined how Hong Kong can support Chinese Mainland enterprises to “go global”, and the prospects for foreign enterprises entering the Mainland market.
In his opening remarks at the summit, Paul Chan, Financial Secretary of the HKSAR Government, highlighted trade, finance and innovation and technology as the three principal drivers of future economic growth.
“Hong Kong is not just a platform that connects capital, market, projects, talent and opportunity. Hong Kong is willing to be a strategic partner to help you grow, scale up and go global,” Mr Chan said.
On building a more vibrant tech ecosystem, Mr Chan said the HKSAR Government is determined to attract the world’s leading frontier-technology enterprises to establish a presence in Hong Kong.
“We welcome technology and industrial enterprises to establish a presence in the Northern Metropolis. Where justified, we are prepared to tailor incentive packages, which may include land grants, premium concessions, tax incentives and other facilitation measures. Everything is negotiable,” he said.
Prof Frederick Ma, Chairman of the HKTDC, in his welcome remarks at the summit, said: “In these unpredictable times, working together on shared goals adds to the agility and resilience of our economies, our industries and businesses, and our communities. Hong Kong, under the ‘one country, two systems’ arrangement, is perfectly suited to host these conversations and promote cross-sector collaboration, as a super connector, super value-adder and super collaborator.”
A series of plenary sessions held during the summit included the Business Plenary I – Chinese Mainland Enterprises Going Global, and Business Plenary II – Strategic Collaboration for Shared Growth, focusing on the latest opportunities in global market expansion and inbound foreign investment.
The Global Business Summit also featured a series of discussion sessions covering high‑growth, high‑value sectors, including biomedicine and healthcare, green energy, new consumer trends, artificial intelligence and robotics.
Speakers included representatives of prominent enterprises in the respective fields, such as Banking Circle, Infineon AG, Investcorp, JP Morgan, Revolut, Triton Partners, Amgen, Merck, DexForce Technology, JD.com, Pictet Group, AI² Robotics, Galbot and Tencent.
Paul Polman, a business leader, investor and philanthropist who is dedicated to advocating for systemic change, climate action, and social equality, delivered the Keynote Luncheon speech (January 27). He shared his “Net Positive” corporate sustainability strategy, which he has championed in recent years, focusing on advancing sustainable development.
Meanwhile, this year’s AFF Deal-making session, co-organised by the HKTDC and the Hong Kong Venture Capital and Private Equity Association, attracted over 280 investors and over 600 investment projects, resulting in more than 800 one-on-one meetings that successfully connected global capital with investment opportunities.
The AFF also marked the start of this year’s International Financial Week, featuring14 industry events that span a wide range of globally watched financial and business topics, including ASEAN opportunities, digital finance, green finance, family offices, private equity and alternative investments. Together, these events underscore Hong Kong’s unique role as the region’s most comprehensive and diversified international financial centre.
Fidelity Investments, the global asset manager overseeing about $6 trillion in client assets, is preparing to enter the fast-evolving stablecoin market with plans to issue its own digital token, signalling a deeper push by traditional finance into blockchain-based payments and settlement infrastructure. People familiar with the matter say the Boston-based firm has been working on the technical and regulatory framework for a dollar-linked stablecoin that would be […]
Ottawa and New Delhi are preparing for a high-level visit in March by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, with negotiations entering an advanced stage on a cluster of agreements covering uranium supply, clean energy cooperation, critical minerals and artificial intelligence. Officials familiar with the talks say the visit is being positioned as a reset in economic engagement after a period of diplomatic strain, with both sides keen to lock in commercially binding deals that reflect shifting global supply chains and technology priorities.
The centrepiece of the expected package is an expansion of civil nuclear cooperation, anchored in long-term uranium supply contracts. Canada is among the world’s largest producers of uranium, while India has been seeking diversified and reliable fuel sources to support its nuclear power programme, which is projected to grow sharply over the next decade. Negotiators have been working to streamline regulatory clearances and pricing mechanisms to give utilities and suppliers greater certainty, while ensuring safeguards and compliance obligations are met.
Energy cooperation is set to extend beyond nuclear. Talks have included collaboration on clean hydrogen, carbon capture and storage, and grid-scale renewable integration. Canadian firms bring experience in cold-climate energy systems, advanced storage and emissions management, while India offers scale, manufacturing depth and ambitious deployment targets. Officials describe the approach as moving from memoranda of understanding towards projects with defined investment timelines and joint development structures.
Critical minerals form another pillar of the discussions. Canada’s reserves of lithium, nickel, cobalt and rare earths are increasingly viewed as strategic assets as governments seek alternatives to concentrated supply routes. India, pushing to build domestic battery and electronics manufacturing capacity, has been exploring offtake agreements, joint exploration and downstream processing partnerships. The proposed framework is designed to align mineral extraction with environmental and community standards, while enabling long-term supply security for manufacturers.
Artificial intelligence cooperation has emerged as a newer, fast-moving track. Policymakers on both sides have been weighing arrangements that combine Canada’s research ecosystem and talent pipeline with India’s large-scale data capabilities and application-driven innovation. Areas under discussion include healthcare diagnostics, climate modelling, financial services and public-sector digital infrastructure. Officials have emphasised the need for guardrails on data governance, intellectual property and ethical use, reflecting growing global scrutiny of AI deployment.
Trade officials say the March visit, if confirmed as planned, would also provide political momentum to broader commercial ties. Bilateral trade has grown steadily over the past decade but remains below potential, particularly in high-value manufacturing and services. Business groups in both countries have been urging clearer pathways for investment approvals, mobility of skilled professionals and dispute resolution mechanisms to reduce friction for companies operating across jurisdictions.
Automated software agents powered by generative artificial intelligence are taking control of programmatic advertising workflows in 2026, shifting decision-making from human traders to systems that plan, execute and optimise campaigns with minimal oversight. Major ad-tech platforms and industry bodies say the change is redefining how digital advertising is bought and sold, accelerating efficiency while raising questions around transparency, accountability and market power. Programmatic advertising, which already accounts […]
Soybean and corn futures edged higher in global trade as a softer US dollar improved export competitiveness and intensifying heat across Argentina raised questions over yield prospects, even as ample worldwide supplies continued to cap gains and keep prices well below the highs seen during 2022. Soybeans led the advance, with prices supported by currency moves that made US shipments more attractive to overseas buyers and by […]
By K Raveendran Gold pushing decisively past the $5,000-a-troy-ounce threshold at the same moment the US dollar slides to a four-month low is not just a dramatic coincidence of charts. It marks a psychological rupture in global markets, challenging assumptions that have underpinned portfolio construction and macroeconomic thinking for decades. What once belonged to the […]
Bangkok will host Wiki Finance Expo Thailand 2026 in April, positioning the Thai capital as a focal point for discussions on financial technology, digital assets and Web3 innovation across Southeast Asia. The event is scheduled to take place at the Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park, bringing together industry executives, policymakers, investors and technology developers at a time when the region’s digital finance ecosystem is expanding at pace.
The expo is expected to draw thousands of participants from Asia, the Middle East and Europe, reflecting Bangkok’s growing role as a neutral convening hub for global fintech dialogue. Organisers have indicated that the programme will centre on payments innovation, decentralised finance, blockchain infrastructure, digital asset regulation and the integration of artificial intelligence into financial services. These themes mirror broader shifts in global finance, where traditional institutions and technology-driven platforms are increasingly intersecting.
Thailand’s selection as host underscores the country’s strategic importance within Southeast Asia’s fintech landscape. Bangkok already serves as a base for regional operations of banks, digital payment firms and cryptocurrency exchanges, supported by a large consumer market with high smartphone penetration and rising adoption of cashless payments. Regional analysts note that Southeast Asia’s fintech sector has moved beyond experimentation, with platforms scaling rapidly across borders in areas such as e-wallets, buy-now-pay-later services and tokenised assets.
Wiki Finance Expo has established itself as a travelling forum, with earlier editions held in cities including Dubai, Hong Kong and Singapore. The Thailand edition is expected to build on that track record by offering a mix of keynote addresses, panel discussions and business matchmaking sessions. Industry leaders from blockchain firms, digital asset custodians, payment processors and trading platforms are likely to outline strategies for navigating regulatory complexity while pursuing growth in emerging markets.
A central focus of the Bangkok gathering will be Web3, an area attracting increasing interest from both venture capital and established financial institutions. Developers are using blockchain-based architectures to reimagine trading, lending and data ownership, while governments across Asia are assessing how to balance innovation with consumer protection. Participants are expected to debate how decentralised technologies can coexist with existing financial systems rather than replace them outright.
Regulation is set to be another major thread. Southeast Asian jurisdictions have taken varied approaches to digital assets, ranging from proactive licensing frameworks to tighter restrictions on retail participation. Thailand has introduced structured oversight for digital asset businesses, aiming to reduce systemic risk while allowing innovation to continue. Discussions at the expo are expected to explore how clearer regulatory pathways can attract institutional capital and encourage responsible product development.
The event also comes as cross-border payments remain a priority for the region. High remittance flows, driven by labour mobility and trade, have highlighted inefficiencies in legacy systems. Fintech firms are increasingly promoting blockchain-based settlement and real-time payment networks as solutions. Panels in Bangkok are expected to examine whether these technologies can achieve scale while meeting compliance and security requirements.
Beyond policy and technology, the expo is positioned as a commercial platform. Start-ups will have opportunities to pitch to investors, while established companies can seek partnerships or market entry strategies. Organisers have emphasised the importance of connecting global capital with Southeast Asian innovation, particularly as funding patterns shift towards projects with clearer revenue models and regulatory alignment.
Tourism and hospitality stakeholders in Bangkok are also expected to benefit from the influx of international delegates. Large-scale business events have become an important segment of the city’s post-pandemic recovery strategy, complementing leisure tourism. Hosting a high-profile fintech expo aligns with efforts to brand Bangkok not only as a travel destination but also as a regional business and technology centre.
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Oil prices pushed higher on Wednesday, extending gains as disruptions to crude output and exports from the United States kept supply risks in focus, while simmering tensions across the Middle East added a geopolitical premium to the market. Brent crude futures traded at $67.85 a barrel in early Asian hours, up 28 cents, while U. S. West Texas Intermediate rose 35 cents to $62.74 a barrel. The […]
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 28 January 2026 – As the global economic landscape grows increasingly complex, precious metals and foreign exchange markets have become pivotal hubs for investors seeking safe-haven asset allocation. At the 3rd Annual “Golden Honor Awards” recently held in Macau, Ming Tak Financial (MTF) emerged from hundreds of global financial institutions to officially win the prestigious “Most Growth-Potential Broker 2025” award, credited to its outstanding technological innovation, transparent trading environment, and rapid expansion in market share.
This honor serves as a testament to MTF‘s exceptional growth trajectory and a high-level affirmation of its professional standing as a cornerstone institution in Hong Kong‘s financial sector—a Type AA Member of the Hong Kong Gold Exchange (HKGX), Member No. 194.
I. Authoritative Endorsement: The Security of a Century-Old Exchange
In selecting a trading platform, security remains the paramount concern for investors. Based in Hong Kong, MTF is strictly regulated by the Hong Kong Gold Exchange (HKGX) and holds the highest-tier Type AA Member License (No. 194).
Compliant Operations: Every trading process adheres strictly to HKGX regulations, eliminating any improper practices and ensuring that every transaction is fair and transparent.
Asset Safety: Client funds are managed under a rigorous independent custody system, safeguarding the integrity and security of every deposit—providing the most solid foundation for safe-haven investments.
II. Core Advantages: Defining Standards for Transparency and Efficiency
MTF is committed to building a leading trading ecosystem in Hong Kong, leveraging technology to solve key investor pain points:
Challenging the Lowest Costs Globally: MTF focuses on optimizing investor costs by offering Fixed Gold Spreads as low as $0.15—a saving of over 60% compared to industry averages. Coupled with a Lifetime Zero-Commission and no-fee policy, MTF truly returns value to its clients.
Ultra-Fast Fund Settlement: Through upgraded payment gateways, MTF achieves deposits arriving in as fast as 5 minutes, a top-tier industry standard that allows global investors to seize opportunities in volatile markets instantly.
Professional Technical Support: Fully supporting the mainstream MT5 platform and EA (Expert Advisors) automated trading, MTF provides millisecond execution speeds and a low entry barrier of $10, democratizing professional investment tools.
III. Brand Strength: MTF Channel Leading Investor Education in Asia-Pacific
A core pillar of MTF‘s competitive edge is its deep-rooted foundation in market education. The official MTF Channel has amassed over 110,000 subscribers, serving as a central hub for Asia-Pacific precious metals investors seeking real-time market analysis and financial insights. Through high-frequency professional commentary and community engagement, MTF has built a seamless online-offline service ecosystem, providing robust decision support for over 100,000 active traders worldwide.
IV. Future Outlook: Driven by Honor, Raising Industry Standards
“Winning this award is not the finish line, but the beginning of a greater responsibility,” stated an MTF representative at the ceremony. Over the coming year, the company will allocate more resources toward upgrading Physical Gold Services and its Online Investor Education Platform to make trading more intuitive and accessible. Ming Tak Financial will continue to uphold its core principle of “Professionalism First, Intelligence for the Future,” with the core mission of “Challenging the Lowest Spreads Globally” to lead the precious metals industry toward higher standards. Hashtag: #MingTakFinancial #MTF
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About Ming Tak Financial (MTF)
Headquartered in Hong Kong, Ming Tak Financial (MTF) is a premier precious metals broker in the Asia-Pacific region. As a Type AA Member of the Hong Kong Gold Exchange (Member No. 194), MTF adheres to the principles of compliance and transparency under strict regulatory oversight. Leveraging its core competitiveness in offering the lowest spreads globally—such as fixed gold spreads at $0.15, zero commissions, and 5-minute lightning deposits—MTF has become a trusted safe-haven asset platform for investors worldwide.
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