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Vietnam raises $514 mln in government bond auction, highest in 6 months
Vietnam's State Treasury raised 13.55 trillion dong ($514 million) in a weekly government bond auction on Wednesday, the highest volume in six months and up from $302 million raised last week.
Japan's Nikkei ends higher as tech shares track Nasdaq gains
Japan's Nikkei share average closed higher, rebounding from a two-week low hit in the previous session, as technology stocks tracked overnight gains on the Nasdaq.
PSU Banks steal the show in 2025: Is the rally far from over?
PSU banks have emerged as the top performers in 2025, with the Nifty PSU Bank Index rising over 26%, far ahead of the broader market. Strong earnings, improved asset quality and attractive valuations have driven gains, though performance remains uneven across lenders. Analysts see momentum sustaining over the next few quarters.
Samsung Expands Its Micro RGB TV Lineup, Brings New Display Sizes Ahead of CES 2026
Samsung has announced that its Micro RGB TV lineup will expand to more screen sizes in 2026. The premium TVs will be available from 55 inches all the way up to 115 inches, making the technology more accessible beyond ultra-large homes. Samsung says the new range will deliver better colour accuracy and contrast, with full details expected at CES 2026.
Silver rate jumps to a record ₹2.05 lakh/kg on tigher supply, gold up 0.13%
On the Multi Commodity Exchange, the silver rate surged by ₹4.14% to ₹2,05,934 per kg, even as the gold rate increased 0.13% to ₹1,34,409/10 gm.
Govt notifies Rs 7,280 Cr scheme to boost rare earth magnet production
The Centre has notified a Rs 7,280 crore scheme to promote domestic manufacturing of sintered rare earth permanent magnets. The scheme aims to build an end-to-end value chain, reduce import dependence and support sectors such as EVs, electronics and green energy.
Warner Bros plans to reject Paramount bid for Netflix's smaller offer
Warner Bros. still views the company’s existing agreement with Netflix as offering greater value, certainty and terms than what Paramount has proposed.
Baldur's Gate 3 Developer Larian Studios Says It Uses Generative AI, CEO Responds to Backlash
Baldur's Gate 3 and Divinity developer Larian Studios is facing backlash after CEO Sven Vincke said in an interview that the company was using generative AI for game development. Vincke, however, said the studio's next game, Divinity, won't have any AI generated content.
MoEngage Raises $180 Mn, Closes Series F Round At $280 Mn
Customer engagement platform MoEngage has raised an additional $180 Mn raise in its Series F round, which was a mix…
Databricks hits $134B valuation after $4B funding
Part of the capital is expected to be used to provide liquidity to employees, while the rest will support product development, acquisitions and AI research.
TTD rolls out UPI payments across 60 temples to make donations easier
TTD will install kiosk machines and QR codes for UPI donations at 60 temples, aiming for transparency and ease.
MoEngage raises additional $180M in Series F round, taking total capital to $280M
Founded in 2014, MoEngage provides customer engagement software across web, mobile, email and messaging channels.
Global trade getting weaponised through tariffs: Nirmala Sitharaman
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said that it is "very clear" that trade is not free and fair globally now
Honor Win, Honor Win RT Launch Date, Colourways, RAM and Storage Configurations Revealed
Honor Win series is all set to launch in China next week. They are currently available for pre-reservations in China. The listing shows Black, Blue and White colour options for the Honor Win and Win RT. The Honor Win is confirmed to be available in 12GB+256GB, 12GB+512GB, 16GB+512GB and 16GB+1TB RAM and storage options. The standard model is said to run on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, and the Win RT may run on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset.
Rupee whipsaws after RBI steps in. What's in store for Dalal Street investors?
The Indian rupee saw a sharp intraday reversal after the RBI intervened aggressively to curb its fall, highlighting fragile market sentiment. Heavy dollar selling by the central bank pushed the rupee from near 91 to an intraday high of 89.75 per dollar before it settled around 90.28.
OpenAI Releases Upgraded ChatGPT Images, Takes on Google’s Nano Banana Pro
OpenAI has rolled out a revamped ChatGPT Images experience, powered by a new GPT Image 1.5 model. The upgrade brings faster image generation, better instruction-following and more precise edits, with OpenAI claiming speeds up to four times faster. A new dedicated Images space also makes it easier to create and refine visuals, and the feature is available to free users as well.
Realme 16 Pro+ 5G Key Specifications Including 7,000mAh Battery, 6.8-Inch Display Revealed via Certification Website
Realme 16 Pro series, including the Realme 16 Pro+ 5G and the Realme 16 Pro 5G, will be launched in India soon, the company recently announced. The lineup is confirmed to go on sale in the country via Flipkart and the company website. Ahead of its debut in India, the Chinese version of the Realme 16 Pro+ 5G has been listed on a certification website, revealing its key specifications and features. The phone is listed with a 200-megapixel primary rear camera, paired with an 8-megapixel ultrawide and a 50-megapixel telephoto camera.
Motorola Edge 70 review: The art of subtraction, done just right
With the Motorola Edge 70 adding to an ultra-thin design with credible cameras and all-day battery life, it may be quietly rewriting the slim phone rulebook for 2026 and beyond
Tokenized Real Estate: How Alt DRX is reshaping access, liquidity, and transparency for millions of investors
India's real estate market is undergoing a digital transformation. Tokenized property ownership allows investors to buy small fractions, making real estate accessible to more people. Platforms like Alt DRX are simplifying investment processes, offering transparency and liquidity. This innovation is set to unlock significant growth, democratizing wealth creation through property for millions across the nation.
Japan’s Mizuho Financial Group To Acquire 60% Stake In Avendus Capital
Japan’s Mizuho Securities is acquiring a majority stake of about 60% in Avendus Capital from US-based investment firm KKR with…
Attero to invest Rs 150 Cr to scale e-waste, copper recycling, and R&D infrastructure
Attero's three new e-waste plants will have a capacity of 25,000 tonnes per annum, while its copper recycling unit will add another 25,000 tonnes, bringing the total capacity to 100,000 tonnes per annum.
Park Medi World shares surge over 6% after listing at discount. Should you buy now?
After a muted listing below its issue price, Park Medi World shares rebounded strongly, crossing the IPO price as investor interest returned, with experts advising a medium-to-long-term holding approach.
PSU Bank IOB shares tumble 4% as OFS priced at 7% discount opens
Indian Overseas Bank shares fell 4% to Rs 35 on December 17 as its offer for sale (OFS) opened with a 7% discount. The government aims to divest up to 3% stake, with retail investors able to bid from December 18. The OFS floor price is Rs 34, valuing the offer at over Rs 1,964 crore.