The deal will see the Singapore-based social technology company list on the Nasdaq, valuing the combined entity at approximately $300 million.
Nikkei 225 surges over 4% as investors bet on continued stimulus under Japan's likely first female Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi.
Investors flock to cryptocurrencies, seeking a hedge against a weakening U.S. dollar and a prolonged government shutdown.
Predictive Discovery and Robex Resources merge, creating a mid-tier producer targeting over 400,000 ounces of gold annually.
Weaker-than-expected jobs data has bolstered investor expectations for another Federal Reserve interest rate cut in October, pushing major indices to record closes.
Investment giant advises 'conservative' allocation to digital assets for certain clients, signaling growing mainstream acceptance.
Applied Materials forecasts a $600 million revenue hit, signaling broader disruption for the global chip industry amid escalating US-China tech tensions.
Strategic acquisition aims to bolster Firefly's national security and defense capabilities, expanding its space and defense mission services.