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Carmakers are running low on critical semiconductors after a key supplier was banned from selling its chips due to geopolitical conflict.

Kicking off right after Halloween, throughout November, CryptoMondays — the world’s largest decentralized meetup community for crypto and Web3 enthusiasts— will host a multi-city series of in-person events uniting blockchain builders, investors, and innovators in cities across the globe, including New York, London, Kansas City, Algarve, Florida, Lisbon and South Carolina.These coordinated meetups reflect CryptoMondays’ mission: to bring the digital asset community together face-to-face, strengthen local ecosystems, and inspire collaboration across borders.“CryptoMondays is about real people building real connections,” said the CryptoMondays Global Team. “While the Web3 world lives online, the most meaningful partnerships and ideas often start with a…

By Georgina McCartney HOUSTON (Reuters) -Oil prices slipped about 2% on Tuesday, marking a third straight day of declines as investors considered the impact of U.S. sanctions against Russia’s two biggest oil companies on global supply, along with a potential OPEC+ plan to raise output. Brent crude futures settled down $1.22, or 1.9%, to $64.40 a barrel. U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude futures settled down $1.16, or 1.9%, at $60.15. Brent and WTI last week registered their biggest weekly gains since June, reacting to U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to impose Ukraine-related sanctions on Russia for the first time in…

Good Morning, Asia. Here’s what’s making news in the markets:Welcome to Asia Morning Briefing, a daily summary of top stories during U.S. hours and an overview of market moves and analysis. For a detailed overview of U.S. markets, see CoinDesk’s Crypto Daybook Americas.The Korean won and the Taiwan dollar can’t really leave their shores, bound by local rules born in the aftermath of the 1997 financial crisis that keep them home.Japan’s yen, by contrast, flows freely. That convertibility makes it the perfect candidate for a stablecoin that brings Japan’s low-rate liquidity into DeFi, where traders can chase higher yields in…

The VIX doesn’t usually rise when the market is closing at records.

Orb Strategies is expanding its reach by extending its financial expertise to businesses, now offering customized consultancy services meticulously designed to foster growth, promote financial stability, and secure long-term financial health. This significant expansion builds upon Orb Strategies’ already established and highly respected reputation for providing tailored and personalized financial guidance to individuals, ensuring a legacy of trusted advice. Businesses that are actively seeking to optimize their financial strategies and secure a prosperous future are invited to contact Orb Strategies today to explore the possibilities and learn more about our comprehensive suite of services, and schedule a preliminary consultation with its…

Amid the ongoing artificial intelligence (AI) revolution, this Dutch lithography equipment maker is emerging as a critical behind-the-scenes player in the global semiconductor industry. ASML Holdings (ASML) doesn’t manufacture chips. But it designs and manufactures photolithography machines, which chipmakers use to create advanced semiconductor chips. Valued at $346.8 billion, ASML stock has gained 52% year-to-date (YTD), outperforming the broader market gain. As demand for AI, data centers, and high-performance computing accelerates, this Dutch tech giant looks poised to deliver strong growth for years to come. www.barchart.com The company’s advanced lithography systems help chipmakers build computer chips used in AI, smartphones,…

SUI slipped 3.4% over the past 24 hours, dropping from $2.62 to $2.53 after a late-day breakdown accelerated on sharp volume spikes, signaling likely institutional selling.The drop shattered the $2.60 support level, a key threshold traders had been watching throughout the session, CoinDesk Analytics found.The breakdown kicked off when volume surged past 25.4 million, well over 180% of the 24-hour average. Price action turned increasingly bearish into the evening, with a second wave of selling intensifying.A sharp rejection at $2.577 was followed by a steep drop to $2.527 within minutes, as nearly 2.7 million tokens changed hands in a single…

Existing customer boosted their buying activity by nearly 7%, while the total number of active shoppers dipped.

Mutuum Finance (MUTM), a new decentralized finance (DeFi) project, continues to gain momentum as it prepares for the launch of its V1 lending and borrowing protocol. The project has already drawn attention for its detailed roadmap, transparent presale structure, and rapid growth in community participation.With more than 17,500 holders and over $18 million raised, Mutuum Finance has become one of the most active presales of 2025. The team recently revealed new details about the upcoming V1 protocol, confirming that it will include key components such as the Liquidity Pool, mtToken, Debt Token, and Liquidator Bot — all essential features for…