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CNBC Daily Open: The long-awaited bitcoin stamp of approval
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China’s EV stocks start 2024 in reverse gear as price wars pressure profitability
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Malaysia is doubling down on the chip industry to capture growth in EVs
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China will make foreign investment easier, vice premier tells foreign executives
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Japan’s Nikkei breaches 35,000 mark; South Korea stocks rise after central bank decision
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CNBC Daily Open: Bitcoin’s badge of honor
Bitcoin just received its biggest stamp of approval, giving crypto bros their most powerful bragging rights yet.
