Aarav Shen

Aarav Shen covers world news and global markets for Beijing Times, reporting on geopolitics, economic policy, and the forces shaping international affairs.

Bessent Says U.S. Will Avoid Large-Scale Iran Combat, Urges China to Join Sanctions

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Thursday the U.S. will rely on economic pressure over large-scale combat against Iran and urged China to join the san

Bitcoin Jumps 11% in Two Days as Trump Pushes Clarity Act

Bitcoin surged 11% over two days to its highest level since June as Trump and crypto executives pressed Congress to pass the Clarity Act.

Trump Says US and Canada Reach Trade Deal, Averting New Tariffs

President Trump said Tuesday the US and Canada reached a trade deal ensuring no tariffs for US farmers and businesses, ending a dispute over $20 billion in

US National Debt Tops $40 Trillion, Doubling in a Decade

US public debt topped $40 trillion on Tuesday, the Treasury said, doubling over a decade as deficits, interest costs and spending climb.

Trump Declares ‘Economic Warfare’ on Iran, Warns Nations Aiding Tehran

President Trump announced expanded economic measures against Iran on Wednesday, warning that any country aiding Tehran will face consequences.

Stripe to Buy AI Model Gateway OpenRouter in Fintech’s Deeper AI Push

Stripe said on August 19 it agreed to acquire OpenRouter, an AI model gateway for developers, extending the payments firm's reach into the AI market.

Marvell Signs Google Chip Deal With $12.2 Billion Stock Option

Marvell shares surge after striking a custom chip deal with Google that includes an option to buy about $12.2 billion in stock, as Broadcom shares fall.

Roblox Commits to Safety Overhaul After Australia Finds Adults Contacting Children

Roblox has signed a legal agreement with Australia's eSafety regulator to overhaul privacy settings after tests found adults could contact children.

Trump Nominates White House Aide Heidi Overton to Lead FDA

President Trump has nominated White House aide Dr. Heidi Overton as FDA commissioner, tapping a trusted insider to steer the agency through competing prior

Dulles Airport Board Approves $19.9 Billion Overhaul, Terminal Rebuild in 2027

The board overseeing Washington Dulles International Airport approved a $19.9 billion modernization plan, with a $6.2 billion terminal rebuild starting in

CFTC Seeks Public Comment on Computing Power Derivatives as AI Demand Surges

The U.S. CFTC has opened a public consultation on derivatives tied to computing power as demand for AI infrastructure drives interest in the resource as a

DOJ Defends Comey Prosecution, Cites His Novel in Seashell Threat Case

US prosecutors urged a judge to keep the case against James Comey over a '86 47' seashell post, citing his forthcoming novel and disputed intent.

Analog Devices Rallies as Data Center and Industrial Chip Sales Beat Views

Analog Devices shares rallied after quarterly results topped expectations, driven by strong data center and industrial chip sales amid an AI-fueled recover

Trump Pauses 50% Canada Tariffs for Three Days as Deal Nears

Trump has delayed new 50% tariffs on Canadian goods for three days, saying the US and Canada are close to finalizing a trade agreement.

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