Finance

Berkshire sells entire stakes in Visa, Mastercard; not due to performance

Berkshire Hathaway has sold its entire stakes in Visa and Mastercard, prompting market focus on whether the move signals a broader portfolio reshuffle. A quarterly report showed Berkshire also fully exited some holdings such as Amazon. The sales are being read as the first major rebalancing under Greg Abel, who is effectively leading portfolio management, and may reflect a move away from positions linked to Todd Combs. Visa’s recent business indicators were described as solid.

Crypto

Tether files trademark applications for name and logo in South Korea

Tether, the world’s largest stablecoin issuer, has filed multiple trademark applications in South Korea, including for its corporate brand and gold-linked stablecoin Tether Gold (XAUT). The move comes as discussions advance on tightening stablecoin rules, including possible requirements for foreign issuers to set up local branches. Rival Circle has also stepped up outreach in Korea and expanded platform partnerships. The domestic market is seen as large, though the regulatory framework is still unsettled.