Crypto

Macro economist Lyn Alden says limited factors to push bitcoin lower, expects buying interest

Macro economist Lyn Alden said there are not many factors that could spur further declines in bitcoin and that new buying could emerge as short-term money has largely left the market. Bitcoin rebounded this week, rising about 5 percent in 24 hours and about 15 percent over seven days. The move coincided with U.S. President Donald Trump urging passage of the Clarity Act. Alden said uncertainty remains.

Telecommunications & Media

Korea broadcast media commission renews licences for 13 terrestrial and community radio stations

South Korea's Broadcast Media Communications Commission approved licence renewals for 13 terrestrial and community radio stations run by 11 operators, including KBS, MBC and OBS. Eight stations that scored at least 700 points in an evaluation received five-year renewals, while five stations that scored 650 to under 700 points were granted four-year terms. The commission said the review considered evaluation results, viewer opinions and views from related agencies.