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Global investors are putting money into Chinese AI companies like Alibaba, Baidu, Tencent, MetaX, and Moore Threads. China is growing fast in AI and tech, backed by government support. ETFs and funds are giving access to these stocks, while experts warn of hype. Investors are balancing U.S. and China AI investments to reduce risk.

The CFTC's December pilot allowing Bitcoin, Ethereum, and USDC as derivatives collateral marks a quiet but historic shift, integrating crypto directly into regulated US financial risk and margin systems.

The Reserve Bank has postponed the second phase of its faster cheque clearance system. This move provides banks more time to adjust their operations. The new system was scheduled to begin on January 3. Earlier, the first phase faced some initial challenges.

A new study from Japan suggests that kefir, a fermented milk drink known for gut health, may also help slow immune aging and support longevity. Researchers found that a kefir-derived bacterial strain reduced inflammation, protected key immune organs, and limited age-related immune decline in older mice. The findings highlight kefirs potential role in maintaining immune strength and physical function as people age, though experts note that more human studies are needed and caution is advised for certain groups.

SFIO has initiated an investigation into IndusInd Bank over discrepancies in its derivatives trades and certain balance sheet accounts. The bank informed exchanges about receiving a formal notice and said it is cooperating fully with the probe under the Companies Act.

The appetite for lavish celebrations wasn't limited to celebrities. Upper-middle-class and middle-class families increasingly opted for grand affairs. , Personal Finance, Times Now

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Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) from the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region, once prominent investors in the Indian equity market are seen shying away due to rupee depreciation and have moved to global funds, said a top financial services executive.

TCS will announce its Q3 FY26 results on January 12 and may declare a third interim dividend, with January 17 fixed as the record date.

Income tax refund delayed: Taxpayers claiming incorrect refunds face potential delays in their income tax refunds. The Income Tax Department is notifying individuals with discrepancies in their filed returns, urging them to file a revised ITR by December 31, 2025.