Samsung Electronics' semiconductor production dropped by over 18% in a single day during a general assembly held by its union on April 23, according to the union's "Joint Struggle Headquarters." The union disclosed the production decline data and pressured management, warning that if the company does not agree to allocate 15% of operating profits as performance bonuses, a significant 18-day strike next month could severely impact production. According to Jin10, the union stated on April 24 that due to the previous day's assembly, which involved around 40,000 members, the night shift production at memory chip factories fell by 18.4%. The decline was even more pronounced at wafer foundries, with a 58.1% drop. The union had previously estimated that production losses during the general strike could exceed 30 trillion won. Samsung Electronics' operating profit for this year is expected to be around 300 trillion won. The union's demand would require approximately 45 trillion won in performance bonuses. If management does not meet these demands, the union plans to initiate an 18-day strike from May 21 to June 7. Additionally, the union intends to mobilize "safety protection facility" operators responsible for preventing chemical leaks to maximize the impact on production.

Ethereum's long-standing triangle pattern is approaching a critical juncture, according to trader Merljin. A breakout above $4,350 could set the stage for a measured target of $10,000. According to NS3.AI, Merljin also noted that a decline below $1,950 would disrupt the structure that has been in place since 2017.

Bitcoin has maintained its position above $78,000, leading some experts to suggest that the cryptocurrency winter may be over. According to NS3.AI, Michael Saylor expressed optimism about Bitcoin's recovery, indicating that the prolonged downturn might have ended. However, Jason Fernandes noted that despite Bitcoin's improvement, altcoins continue to show signs of weakness. Mati Greenspan added that the recent movements since the October 10 flash crash appear to be a pullback within a larger bull market trend.

China's central bank, along with seven other departments, has introduced new measures to regulate online financial marketing, prohibiting the promotion of illegal financial activities such as virtual currency issuance and trading. According to NS3.AI, these measures are set to take effect on September 30, 2026. Under the new regulations, only financial institutions and legally authorized third-party internet platforms are permitted to engage in the online marketing of financial products. Additionally, the rules classify illegal foreign exchange margin trading as an illegal financial activity.

According to data from msx.com, crypto stocks generally rose in pre-market trading in the US, with COIN up 0.31%, MSTR up 1.16%, ABTC up 2.38%, HOOD up 1.24%, SBET up 27%, MARA up 0.17%, and CRCL up 0.95%. msx.com is a decentralized RWA trading platform that has listed hundreds of RWA tokens, covering US stock and ETF tokens such as AAPL, AMZN, GOOGL, META, MSFT, NFLX, and NVDA.

SpaceX is approaching a record initial public offering (IPO), further solidifying its lead over competitors. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting the company's advancements under the leadership of Elon Musk. The aerospace manufacturer and space transportation company has been making significant strides in the industry, setting new benchmarks for innovation and growth. As SpaceX continues to expand its operations and capabilities, it remains a dominant force in the space sector, outpacing its rivals in both technological advancements and market presence.

Wall Street's recent changes are not driven by belief but by the opportunity costs of missing out on potential gains. According to PANews, the financial sector is adapting to new trends and opportunities to avoid losing potential profits. This shift highlights the pragmatic approach of financial institutions in response to evolving market dynamics.

Strategy STRC preferred stock has dropped below its $100 face value, according to PANews. This development has impacted the Bitcoin financing engine, causing disruptions in Michael Saylor's plans to purchase more Bitcoin. The market's marginal buying interest is also showing signs of instability.

A recent transaction on Polymarket has drawn attention, where an account with a significant loss of approximately $1.5 million purchased $197,000 worth of predictions on the Spurs defeating the Trail Blazers at an average price of 57¢. According to Odaily, this transaction occurred three hours ago. The NBA Western Conference first-round Game 3 between the Spurs and Trail Blazers is scheduled to start at 10:30 a.m. (UTC+8) tomorrow. The series is currently tied at 1-1. ESPN forecasts a 66.4% chance of victory for the Spurs and a 33.6% chance for the Trail Blazers. Sports journalist Shams Charania reported positive developments in Victor Wembanyama's concussion recovery. Although he has resumed some aerobic training without worsening symptoms, his participation in Game 3 remains uncertain. Wembanyama must still pass the league's concussion protocol. He hopes to travel with the team to Portland by Friday, but his eligibility for Saturday's game against the Trail Blazers is still in question.

The United States Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has sanctioned Cambodian Senator Kok An and 28 individuals for their alleged involvement in large-scale “pig butchering” scam operations across Cambodia.

Israeli Defense Minister Katz declared in a video statement on the 23rd that Israel is ready to resume military action against Iran, and that the Israeli military is prepared for both defense and offense, with targets already identified. Katz stated that Israel is awaiting the US's "green light" to "completely eliminate the Iranian regime," and that the Israeli military is ready to launch a "devastating strike" against Iran's "most vulnerable points." Israel's Channel 12 television reported that Katz chaired a special situation assessment meeting at Israeli military headquarters that day, attended by senior Israeli military officers and defense officials. After the meeting, Katz stated that the Israeli military is fully prepared to resume military action against Iran at any time, with operational plans including targeting the "successor" to Iran's supreme leadership, key Iranian energy and power facilities, and economic infrastructure, which would push Iran back to the "Dark Stone Age." (Xinhua)

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KuCoin has launched its KuCard in Australia, letting users spend crypto directly at Mastercard merchants with automatic conversion to fiat at checkout. The service, built with Immersve, supports USDC and 37 trading pairs and works with Apple Pay and Google Pay for everyday payments.

Morgan Stanley has launched a dedicated stablecoin reserve portfolio, signaling a deeper push by traditional finance into the rapidly evolving digital asset ecosystem.

Robinhood has received in-principle approval from Singapore’s MAS to move closer to offering brokerage services, including trading, custody and investment products. It still needs to meet regulatory conditions before it can officially launch in the country.

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YouTube is giving celebrities access to a tool that detects and flags AI deepfake videos using their likeness, allowing them to request removal. The move comes as realistic AI videos spread quickly online, raising concerns over misuse, misinformation, and damage to reputations.