[2026-09-08 22:02 UTC+10:00] [Hong Kong] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: HKU launches wealth management academy to boost city’s role as hub for ‘new money’

Snippet: Cross-border wealth in Hong Kong reached US$2.95 trillion in 2025, compared with Switzerland’s US$2.94 trillion, according to BCG

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3366810/hku-launches-wealth-management-academy-boost-citys-role-hub-new-money

[2026-09-08 22:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Copper rally sets record price on LME as US tariff fears fuel ‘scramble’ for stockpiles

Snippet: Inventories of the metal are diverging across major exchanges as AI infrastructure build-up spurs demand and potential trade restrictions keep prices elevated

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3366787/copper-rally-sets-record-price-lme-us-tariff-fears-fuel-scramble-stockpiles?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-09-08 22:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Copper rally sets record LME price as US tariff fears fuel supply ‘scramble’

Snippet: Inventories of the metal are diverging across major exchanges as AI infrastructure build-up spurs demand and potential trade restrictions keep prices elevated

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3366787/copper-rally-sets-record-price-lme-us-tariff-fears-fuel-scramble-stockpiles

[2026-09-08 21:49 UTC+10:00] [Arm] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: AI will help find cure for cancer ‘within our lifetimes’, says Arm Holdings chief

Snippet: Rene Haas also claims artificial intelligence could pave way for widespread use of humanoid robots within five years

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/sep/08/ai-cure-cancer-arm-holdings-rene-haas

[2026-09-08 21:41 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Shenzhen-Hong Kong-Guangzhou retains crown as world’s top innovation hub

Snippet: Hong Kong government says WIPO ranking reaffirms Greater Bay Area’s ‘outstanding innovative capacity’ and strong financing ecosystem for innovation and technology

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3366805/shenzhen-hong-kong-guangzhou-retains-crown-worlds-top-innovation-hub?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-09-08 21:41 UTC+10:00] [Cyberport] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Shenzhen-Hong Kong-Guangzhou retains crown as world’s top innovation hub

Snippet: Hong Kong government says WIPO ranking reaffirms Greater Bay Area’s ‘outstanding innovative capacity’ and strong financing ecosystem for innovation and technology

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3366805/shenzhen-hong-kong-guangzhou-retains-crown-worlds-top-innovation-hub

[2026-09-08 21:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Visa tells CNBC it is expanding data offering for blockchain lenders as demand for stablecoin-linked cards surges

Snippet: Visa said Tuesday morning it will make more data available to companies lending on the blockchain as stablecoin-linked cards are met with strong demand.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/08/visa-blockchain-lender-stablecoin-cards.html

[2026-09-08 21:24 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: As peso lingers at record-low P62, what does it mean for Filipinos?

Snippet: Already have Rappler+? Sign in to listen to groundbreaking journalism.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/business/philippine-peso-us-dollar-exchange-record-low-explainer/

[2026-09-08 21:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: UK publishes legislation for expanded sanctions on Iran

Snippet: The UK government ‌on Tuesday published legislation to expand sanctions on Iran, including tougher trade restrictions ​and powers to target ships.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/uk-publishes-legislation-expanded-sanctions-iran

[2026-09-08 21:05 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Lee, Macron set for summit on security, economic cooperation

Snippet: South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and his French counterpart, Emmanuel Macron, were set to hold summit talks Tuesday in Paris to discuss ways to enhance cooperation in security, the economy and other areas under their global strategic partnership.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10866836

[2026-09-08 20:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Trump threatens Canada's Bombardier, a planemaker with a big footprint in the US

Snippet: A Bombardier Global Express business jet approaches for landing in Lisbon, on June 13, 2023. (AP Photo/Armando Franca, File)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/trump-canada-carney-trade-bombardier-aircraft-e65b6eeaaa7ffbd06a67a57fb474b2e9

[2026-09-08 20:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: ADGM's workforce nears 50,000 as financial hub adds more asset managers | The National

Snippet: Abu Dhabi's financial centre ADGM said its workforce has risen to nearly 50,000 as the financial hub welcomed more asset managers in the first half of the year.

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/business/economy/2026/09/08/adgms-workforce-nears-50000-as-financial-hub-adds-more-asset-managers/

[2026-09-08 20:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Live updates: Canada strikes back on US with tariffs

Snippet: Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney talks with President Donald Trump before a group photo at the G7 Summit, June 16, 2025, in Kananaskis, Canada. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein, File)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/live/trump-canada-tariffs-economy-news-updates-09-08-2026

[2026-09-08 20:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Why China’s sugar stockpiles may blunt an El Nino-fuelled global supply crunch

Snippet: The major sugar importer is expected to lean on strong domestic supplies amid soaring international prices

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3366796/why-chinas-sugar-stockpiles-may-blunt-el-nino-fuelled-global-supply-crunch?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-09-08 20:30 UTC+10:00] [Thailand] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Why China’s sugar stockpiles may blunt an El Nino-fuelled global supply crunch

Snippet: The major sugar importer is expected to lean on strong domestic supplies amid soaring international prices

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3366796/why-chinas-sugar-stockpiles-may-blunt-el-nino-fuelled-global-supply-crunch

[2026-09-08 20:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: The Bond Selloff Isn't Fiscal Armageddon, It's The End Of A Decade Of Financial Repression; Deutsche Bank

Snippet: Authored by Jim Reid, Deutsche Bank global head of macro research,

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/bond-selloff-isnt-fiscal-armageddon-its-end-decade-financial-repression-deutsche-bank

[2026-09-08 20:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: US officials threaten retaliation against UK over Israeli settlements sanctions

Snippet: US officials have attacked the UK over its new trade sanctions on illegal Israeli settlements, amid speculation that Washington could publicly rebuke the British government.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/us-officials-threaten-retaliation-against-uk-over-israeli-settlements-sanctions

[2026-09-08 20:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Uber to apply for Hong Kong licence by end of October as Macau rides surge

Snippet: Ride-hailing giant prepares application under new rules while Hong Kong users fuel fivefold trip growth in gaming hub

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3366795/uber-apply-hong-kong-licence-end-october-macau-rides-surge?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-09-08 20:26 UTC+10:00] [Hong Kong singer Keung To] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Uber to apply for Hong Kong licence by end of October as Macau rides surge

Snippet: Ride-hailing giant prepares application under new rules while Hong Kong users fuel fivefold trip growth in gaming hub

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3366795/uber-apply-hong-kong-licence-end-october-macau-rides-surge

[2026-09-08 20:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Jerusalem Post

Title: 'Catastrophic event on historic scale': Israel plunges in PISA rankings with worst-ever test scores

Snippet: Israeli students recorded their worst-ever results in all three subjects measured by the international Program for International Student Assessment (PISA), with Education Ministry officials describing the findings as a "catastrophic event on a historic scale," according to results published by the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) on Tuesday.

Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-907935

[2026-09-08 20:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Investors pour record US$1.3 trillion into Hong Kong investment products

Snippet: Record investor numbers drive 63 per cent surge in sales of non-traded products, led by collective investment schemes, FICC offerings

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3366789/investors-pour-record-us13-trillion-hong-kong-investment-products?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-09-08 20:19 UTC+10:00] [Hong Kong] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Investors pour record US$1.3 trillion into Hong Kong investment products

Snippet: Record investor numbers drive 63 per cent surge in sales of non-traded products, led by collective investment schemes, FICC offerings

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3366789/investors-pour-record-us13-trillion-hong-kong-investment-products

[2026-09-08 20:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: In a major policy shift, Britain expected to ban goods from Israeli settlements

Snippet: The British government is set to announce a ban on goods from Israeli settlements on Tuesday, a move which has provoked fury from the Israeli government but remains highly popular in the UK.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/uk-announce-trade-sanctions-israeli-settlements

[2026-09-08 20:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: ‘Time waits for no man’: Chinese man’s 33-year, US$1.5 million world trip inspires many

Snippet: Chen draws a parallel between running a business and exploring the world – both require perseverance through challenges

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/china-personalities/article/3366726/time-waits-no-man-chinese-mans-33-year-us15-million-world-trip-inspires-many?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-09-08 20:00 UTC+10:00] [China] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: ‘Time waits for no man’: Chinese man’s 33-year, US$1.5 million world trip inspires many

Snippet: Chen draws a parallel between running a business and exploring the world – both require perseverance through challenges

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/china-personalities/article/3366726/time-waits-no-man-chinese-mans-33-year-us15-million-world-trip-inspires-many

[2026-09-08 19:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: U.S. pressing Seoul to expand investment beyond promised US$350 bln: lawmaker

Snippet: SEOUL, Sept. 8 (Yonhap) -- Washington is pressuring South Korea to commit more than the US$350 billion it initially agreed to invest in the United States as part of their bilateral tariff deal, a lawmaker said Tuesday, citing a report from the trade ministry.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260908010600320

[2026-09-08 19:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: TSMC, Intel and Samsung all bet on ASML's latest chip tool in AI race

Snippet: ASML's high NA EUV lithography machines are the most advanced chipmaking tools in the world. (ASML)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/tech/semiconductors/tsmc-intel-and-samsung-all-bet-on-asml-s-latest-chip-tool-in-ai-race

[2026-09-08 19:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong gaining lustre as bridge to China’s tech sector: HKEX CEO

Snippet: Hong Kong remains a top IPO destination for Chinese tech start-ups seeking to connect with global investors, Bonnie Chan Yiting says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3366780/hong-kong-gaining-lustre-bridge-chinas-tech-sector-hkex-ceo?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-09-08 19:20 UTC+10:00] [HKEX] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong gaining lustre as bridge to China’s tech sector: HKEX CEO

Snippet: Hong Kong remains a top IPO destination for Chinese tech start-ups seeking to connect with global investors, Bonnie Chan Yiting says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3366780/hong-kong-gaining-lustre-bridge-chinas-tech-sector-hkex-ceo

[2026-09-08 19:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Lee, Macron set for summit on security, economic cooperation

Snippet: PARIS, Sept. 8 (Yonhap) -- South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and his French counterpart, Emmanuel Macron, were set to hold summit talks Tuesday in Paris to discuss ways to enhance cooperation in security, the economy and other areas under their global strategic partnership.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260908010500315

[2026-09-08 19:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Japan consortium extends perovskite solar cell life by 50%

Snippet: A consortium of Toshiba, Shin-Etsu and Niigata University is working to commercialize what would be the world's most durable perovskite solar cells. (Source photos by Yuki Nakao, Takako Fujiu)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/technology/japan-consortium-extends-perovskite-solar-cell-life-by-50

[2026-09-08 19:17 UTC+10:00] [British politics] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Politico

Title: US escalates ahead of UK trade sanctions on Israeli settlements

Snippet: LONDON — U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee suggested Tuesday the U.S. could retaliate against the U.K. over new trade sanctions on illegal Israeli settlements, a further escalation between London and Washington hours ahead of an expected policy rollout.

Read full article: https://www.politico.eu/article/us-escalates-ahead-of-uk-trade-sanctions-on-israeli-settlements/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication

[2026-09-08 18:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Inside Japan’s military build-up

Snippet: AdvertisementAdvertisementNEWSCMP China SeriesInside Japan’s military build-upThe risk of a conflict over Taiwan is shaping Japanese defence planning, with Tokyo shoring up security at home and abroad for a potentially prolonged fight. But there are economic, demographic and political constraints on how far its military transformation can go. Updated: 4:59pm, 08 Sep 2026Advertisement[1]In Focus | How Tokyo is widening regional defence ties to complicate Beijing’s Taiwan calculusTokyo is strengthening partnerships across the Indo-Pacific and beyond, possibly bolstering its ability to withstand

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/series/3366765/inside-japans-military-build?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-09-08 18:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Inside Japan’s military build-up

Snippet: AdvertisementAdvertisementNEWSCMP China SeriesInside Japan’s military build-upThe risk of a conflict over Taiwan is shaping Japanese defence planning, with Tokyo shoring up security at home and abroad for a potentially prolonged fight. But there are economic, demographic and political constraints on how far its military transformation can go. Updated: 4:59pm, 08 Sep 2026Advertisement[1]In Focus | How Tokyo is widening regional defence ties to complicate Beijing’s Taiwan calculusTokyo is strengthening partnerships across the Indo-Pacific and beyond, possibly bolstering its ability to withstand

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/series/3366765/inside-japans-military-build

[2026-09-08 18:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AfricaNews

Title: Iran raises petrol prices for heaviest users as economy struggles

Snippet: Iran early Tuesday introduced a higher price for its heaviest users of gasoline, state media reported, in the latest economic pinch caused by months of war.

Read full article: http://www.africanews.com/2026/09/08/iran-raises-petrol-prices-for-heaviest-users-as-economy-struggles/

[2026-09-08 18:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: ABC News

Title: 'People are furious': RBA deputy governor says more needs to be done on inflation

Snippet: Topic:Reserve Bank Of Australia

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-09-08/rba-deputy-governor-admits-public-furious-on-inflation/107129474

[2026-09-08 18:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Brent crude stares down the barrel of US$100 barrier as global frictions raise supply risk

Snippet: Geopolitical tensions and strikes on energy infrastructure are tightening supply expectations, threatening to push oil higher and curb China’s appetite for imports

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3366737/brent-crude-stares-down-barrel-us100-barrier-global-frictions-raise-supply-risk?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-09-08 18:54 UTC+10:00] [Guotai Junan Futures] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Brent crude stares down the barrel of US$100 barrier as global frictions raise supply risk

Snippet: Geopolitical tensions and strikes on energy infrastructure are tightening supply expectations, threatening to push oil higher and curb China’s appetite for imports

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3366737/brent-crude-stares-down-barrel-us100-barrier-global-frictions-raise-supply-risk

[2026-09-08 18:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: China and Singapore lead Asian sweep of global student rankings

Snippet: High school seniors study during night self-study sessions at No. 5 Middle School as China's annual national college entrance examination approaches in Gaomi, Shandong province, on May 27. © Getty Images

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/education/china-and-singapore-lead-asian-sweep-of-global-student-rankings

[2026-09-08 18:52 UTC+10:00] [Business / Companies] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: ‘Where’s Karl?’: Podcast falls silent as advertising deal ends

Snippet: Karl Stefanovic’s independent podcast has not uploaded any new content in more than two weeks, raising questions about the program’s future as his main advertiser ended its contract with the former Today show host.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/business/companies/where-s-karl-podcast-falls-silent-as-advertising-deal-ends-20260908-p60vhv.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-09-08 18:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: Saudi Arabia hit by Houthi attacks, UAE flights disrupted, and Dubai property market faces adjustment | The National

Snippet: In today’s episode of Trending Middle East, attacks by Houthi rebels targeting Saudi Arabia have wounded 73 civilians, including women and children. The Saudi Energy Ministry said several energy sites in the south were struck, causing injuries and fires, and temporarily halting some operations.

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/podcasts/trending-middle-east/2026/09/08/saudi-arabia-hit-by-houthi-attacks-uae-flights-disrupted-and-dubai-property-market-faces-adjustment/

[2026-09-08 18:45 UTC+10:00] [National] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Business groups threaten to go to court to stop controversial WFH laws

Snippet: Products & ServicesOpen Products & Services section

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/national/business-groups-threaten-to-go-to-court-to-stop-controversial-wfh-laws-20260908-p60vkz.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-09-08 18:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: Strait of Hormuz is a ‘red line’ and cannot be tolled, UAE trade minister says | The National

Snippet: UAE says Hormuz is a “red line”, rejecting any attempt by a single country to control access or impose tolls on trade through the waterway.

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/business/energy/2026/09/08/strait-of-hormuz-is-a-red-line-and-cannot-be-tolled-uae-trade-minister-says/

[2026-09-08 18:41 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Philippines unveils AI infrastructure plan to forge niche as regional hub

Snippet: A data center in Johor state, Malaysia. Through its new artificial intelligence infrastructure strategy launched on Tuesday, the Philippines hopes to attract $21 billion in private sector investment to challenge its Southeast Asian neighbor. © Reuters

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/technology/artificial-intelligence/philippines-unveils-ai-infrastructure-plan-to-forge-niche-as-regional-hub

[2026-09-08 18:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: To match China’s economy, India must accept its investment

Snippet: Border rivalries shouldn’t block Chinese capital, just as wartime history never stopped Japanese investment from powering East Asia

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/asia-opinion/article/3366626/match-chinas-economy-india-must-accept-its-investment?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-09-08 18:30 UTC+10:00] [border dispute] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: To match China’s economy, India must accept its investment

Snippet: Border rivalries shouldn’t block Chinese capital, just as wartime history never stopped Japanese investment from powering East Asia

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/asia-opinion/article/3366626/match-chinas-economy-india-must-accept-its-investment

[2026-09-08 18:25 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Seoul moves closer to IAEA safeguards deal for nuclear-powered subs

Snippet: Since 2017, I have covered South Korea’s political and economic landscape as a reporter, with a focus on foreign affairs, inter-Korean relations and security.As a foreign affairs reporter, I closely follow developments from the Ministry of Unification, the Foreign Ministry and the Defense Ministry, tracking shifts in diplomacy, military policy and North Korea’s evolving posture.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10866759

[2026-09-08 18:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Ex-DP lawmaker indicted for alleged stock trading under borrowed name

Snippet: SEOUL, Sept. 8 (Yonhap) -- Prosecutors have indicted independent Rep. Lee Choon-suak without physical detention on charges of trading stocks under a borrowed name, officials said Tuesday.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260908009300315

[2026-09-08 18:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Crypto platforms have lost over $3.63 billion to cyberattacks — even though most of them did security checks

Snippet: Security audits weren't enough to keep many cryptocurrency platforms safe from money-losing hacks, crypto market data site CoinGecko said in a report dated Aug. 27.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/08/crypto-platforms-lost-billions-to-cyberattacks-many-even-after-audits.html

[2026-09-08 18:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Treasury yields tick higher as traders look ahead to more economic data releases

Snippet: Treasury yields moved higher as investors look ahead to more key economic data releases this week, including wholesale inflation data, as rising energy costs weigh on markets.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/08/us-treasury-yields-bonds.html