Survey finds 6 in 10 of Asia’s rich plan to ramp up crypto buying
Sygnum’s APAC HNWI Report 2025 found that 87% of Asia’s high-net-worth individuals are already exposed to crypto, with an average allocation of approximately 17%.
Divided US Fed makes third straight rate cut on jobs risks
A trader works, as a screen broadcasts a news conference by US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell following the Fed rate announcement, on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange in New York City, US, December 10, 2025. — ReutersQuarter-point cut takes rates to 3.5–3.75%…
Taxes on high-end phones affect only 5% of users, says FBR chairman
A man checks an iPhone 16 Pro at an Apple store. — Reuters/FilePremiums on latest models reaching Rs150,000.Imported phones taxed under existing regime.Report on the issue due by March before NA.
The Federal Board of Revenue has said that taxes on expensive, imported…
US envoy says Exim financing to bring $2bn in mining equipment for Reko Diq
US Charge d’Affaires Natalie A Baker speaks in this photo, December 10, 2025. — Screengrab via X/@usembislamabad Exim funding to aid Reko Diq operations.Project expected to create thousands of jobs.US sees model for future mining partnerships.
ISLAMABAD: US…
IMF urges Pakistan to maintain tight monetary policy, broaden tax regime
This image shows the seal for the International Monetary Fund in Washington, DC on January 26, 2022. — AFP— AFPEfforts should focus on enhancing business environment: official.Nigel Clarke says reforms have helped in macroeconomic stability.He advises SBP to allow…
Pakistan takes global stage at Bitcoin MENA 2025
PVARA Chairman Bilal bin Saqib speaks during the panel discussion at Bitcoin MENA 2025. — Screengrab via video
Pakistan took the global stage at Bitcoin MENA 2025 a Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority Chairman Bilal bin Saqib joined one of the…
Dubai govt opens Karachi office to boost trade, investment with Pakistan
This image shows Dubai International Chamber building. — Dubai Chambers
DUBAI: Dubai’s government said the Dubai International Chamber has opened a new representative office in Karachi to support the growth of trade and investment between Dubai and…
Silicon Valley Is All About the Hard Sell These Days
Sam Altman’s appearance on The Tonight Show is part of a larger charm offensive currently being waged by the tech establishment.
This Is the Best Razor I’ve Ever Used—Save Big With This Sale
Henson Razors are engineered to give a spectacular shave with dirt-cheap generic blades.
Intel Takes Major Step in Plan to Acquire Chip Startup SambaNova
The two chip companies have signed a term sheet, according to sources with direct knowledge of the agreement.