1. US H-1B Visa Controversy: Donald Trump reposted Elon Musk's call for respecting immigrants amid the H-1B visa row, sparking a debate among his supporters. This event highlights the ongoing tension over immigration policies in the United States.
2. South Korea's Political Turmoil: The impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol faces an arrest warrant, deepening South Korea's political crisis. This event showcases the ongoing political instability in South Korea.
- Link: https://www.cnbc.com/2024/12/31/south-korea-president-yoon-arrest-warrant.html
3. China's Involvement in US Treasury Hack: Reports suggest that China was involved in a major breach of US Treasury workstations. This event raises concerns about cybersecurity and potential economic espionage.
4. Bitcoin Price Predictions and Market Trends: Leading crypto firms predict that Bitcoin will hit $185,000 in 2025, while MicroStrategy's shares plunge after its Bitcoin buy. This event reflects the volatility and interest in the cryptocurrency market.
- Link: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/bitcoin-hit-185-000-2025-193000876.html
5. US-China Trade Relations: The US and China continue to be at odds, with reports of China ordering its largest military build-up since the 1930s Germany. This event highlights the ongoing tension between the two economic superpowers.
- Link: https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/china-orders-largest-military-build-1930s-germany-report