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Biden's 25% China Tariff; Royal Gold Issues 2024 Guidance; Vale Reports Q1 Production And More: Wednesday's Top Mining Stories
Biden, Kishida Set New Tone for US-Japan Ties With 70 New Initiatives To Counter China's Ambitions
Biden-Xi Talks Continue: Technology Block, Taiwan Top 'Candid Exchange Of Views'
Biden, Kishida Set New Tone for US-Japan Ties With 70 New Initiatives To Counter China's Ambitions
Biden-Xi Talks Continue: Technology Block, Taiwan Top 'Candid Exchange Of Views'
Amid Russia Risk, US And UK Engage In High-Level Talks To Address Security Concerns During Simultaneous Elections: Report
Safe Haven In Land Of The Rising Sun? Japanese Stocks Surge Amid China Woes

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Japan Reportedly Boosted Efforts To Communicate Concerns To Trump Over China Deals That Could Destabilize Asia
Japan has amplified its efforts to communicate with individuals close to Trump, given his recent victories in Republican primaries. This includes diplomatic dialogues with think tanks and ex-U.S. officials with ties to Trump, as well as endeavors to arrange a meeting with him.
Return Of US Sanctions On Venezuela's Oil Sector Could Trigger Revenue Loss, Fuel Shortages, Analysts Warn
Analysts and executives fear that the reimposition of sanctions could lead to a reduction in Venezuela's oil revenue, making it harder for the country to meet its energy needs. The move could also discourage new energy investments and increase the risk of domestic fuel shortages.
Houthis Ask US, UK Nationals To Leave Yemen Within A Month After Recent Airstrikes
The Houthi authorities in Yemen have issued an order for U.S. and British nationals working with the United Nations and humanitarian organizations in the country to leave within a month.
Macron Advocates For Joint European Bonds To Fund Defense, Tech Amid Rising Global Competition
Macron's proposal comes at a time when the EU is grappling with the need to bolster its defense sector and arms production, particularly in light of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and uncertainties surrounding US support.
US Defense Forces Neutralize Four Houthi Missiles In Yemen Preemptive Strike
The U.S. carried out drone strikes on Houthi missile sites in Yemen as a preemptive measure following a missile attack on a U.S.-owned ship. These targeted strikes are seen as an effort to contain the conflict in the region.
China Slams Antony Blinken For Sending 'Gravely Wrong' Signal By Congratulating New Taiwan Leader
Beijing insists that the Taiwan question is a "red line" in China-U.S. relations and has lodged a formal diplomatic complaint with the U.S.
Xi Jinping's Military And Government Continue To Acquire Banned Nvidia Chips Amid US Export Restrictions: Report
Despite the development of rival products by Huawei Technologies and other companies, the ongoing demand for Nvidia chips underscores a lack of suitable alternatives for Chinese businesses.
Antony Blinken To Meet Top Chinese Official A Day Before Critical Presidential Election In Taiwan
Despite the historical lows in the U.S.-China relationship, the meetings are aimed at reducing tensions that typically arise from elections in Taiwan.
US Urges China To Respect Taiwan's Election Integrity Amid Xi Jinping's Push For Reunification
The anonymous senior Biden administration official underscored that Washington remains neutral in Taiwan's democratic process.
South Korea Makes US SEC Crypto Clampdown Look Like Child's Play
South Korea is taking steps to tighten cryptocurrency regulations, aiming to ban the use of credit cards for purchasing cryptocurrencies.
Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana Push Crypto Fund Inflows Above $1B For 2023: What's Next If Spot ETFs Are Approved?
Based on the latest weekly report from CoinShares, crypto fund inflows at asset managers such as itself, 21Shares, Bitwise, Grayscale and ProShares added $293 million to a seven-week run of inflows thereby pushing it above the $1 billion mark for 2023.
Biden Prepares To Meet Xi Jinping In San Francisco: Semiconductors, Taiwan, More Critical Issues To Watch
Joe Biden and Xi Jinping Meeting Looks To Calm Down Hostilities While Acknowledging Rivalry.
US, China Set To Hold Nuclear Arms Talks For First Time Since Obama Administration
The U.S. government is set to engage in a pivotal conversation with China concerning nuclear arms control. This move comes as the U.S. aims to prevent a potential three-nation arms race involving China, Russia and itself.
Yield Protocol, The DeFi Lending Platform, To Cease Operations
DeFi lending initiative Yield Protocol announced on Wednesday its plans to cease operations by year's end, citing diminished interest and regulatory hurdles. The final series of the project, scheduled for December 2023, will conclude on Dec. 29, marking the termination of all lending and borrowing activities.
SEC's Crackdown On Crypto Staking Forces Bitstamp To End Service For US Clients
Bitstamp, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, has announced the termination of its ether staking program for American clients starting next month.
Coinbase Launches Its Own Blockchain: What You Need To Know About Base
Publicly traded crypto exchange Coinbase (NASDAQ: COIN) Wednesday announced the launch of its Base (CRYPTO: BASE) blockchain, marking a significant step for public corporations venturing into managing their
Donald Trump's Dangerous Rhetoric Prompted First-Ever Nuclear Strike Preparations, According To Former Official
During the first year of former President Donald Trump’s time in the White House, the possibility of nuclear war loomed, an event that the 45th president preemptively denied during an interview in April</
Putin Has An Expanding Blacklist Of People Amid His War Against Ukraine: Here's Who's On It
Last week, Russia released a list of 500 Americans it banned in response to a new round of sanctions imposed by the U.S.
Probability That US Banks Will Restrict Cash Withdrawals Is 'Rising Like Mercury,' Says Macro Guru
Last week, macro guru and hedge fund manager Hugh Hendry shared his views on the U.S. banking system.
Presidential Candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. To Accept Campaign Donations In Bitcoin, Outlines Plan For Crypto
Presidential candidate Robert F.
UPDATE: Biden Calls McCarthy In Bid To Revive Debt-Limit Talks
Some elements of this story were previously reported by Benzinga, and it has been updated. President Joe Biden spoke with House Speaker Kevin McCarthy on Sunday about raising the U.S. debt limit.
Study Says Americans Not Happy With How Much Income Tax They Paid This Year
According to a Gallup poll conducted in April, nearly 60% of Americans say their federal income taxes are too high<
Treasury Has Just $88B Left To Avoid A Debt Cap
The Treasury Department's measures to help keep the government's bills paid have declined to $88 billion from $110 billion just a week ago.