The U.S. Department of Labor has introduced a proposal that could permit 401(k) plan fiduciaries to consider Bitcoin and other alternative assets. According to NS3.AI, the proposal aims to protect fiduciaries who adhere to a prudent due-diligence process, which includes evaluating fees, liquidity, valuation, and performance benchmarks. This initiative marks a shift from the 2022 guidance that advised caution regarding cryptocurrency in retirement plans, although it does not explicitly endorse any specific asset class.

Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index experienced a decline of 201 points, closing at 24,750 points with a trading volume of 285.4 billion HKD. According to Ming Pao, the geopolitical situation in Iran showed signs of escalation over the weekend. Despite this, Asian stock markets generally demonstrated resilience, initially dropping but later stabilizing, indicating positive development. Goldwind Technology (2208) is benefiting from the surge in oil prices due to its renewable energy concept. Additionally, its stake in Blue Arrow could leverage SpaceX's public listing for short-term speculative gains.

AirAsia's parent company, Capital A, is preparing for a dual listing in Hong Kong. According to Ming Pao, Capital A's CEO, Tony Fernandes, has engaged bankers for the listing process, which could occur as early as July or August this year. This move follows the recent trend of ASEAN companies seeking listings in Hong Kong. Last year, Thailand's coconut water producer IFBH and Malaysia's BBSG listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange and GEM board, respectively.

Morgan Stanley has revised its global stock rating from overweight to equal weight. According to ChainCatcher, the firm has also upgraded its ratings for U.S. Treasuries and cash from equal weight to overweight. The institution highlighted the uncertainty surrounding the scale and duration of oil supply disruptions, indicating that the trajectory of risk assets has become increasingly asymmetric.

Italian authorities announced on Sunday that a theft occurred at an art gallery near Parma, a city in northern Italy. According to Ming Pao, three paintings by renowned French artists were stolen during the incident. The police are currently investigating the case to recover the stolen artworks and apprehend those responsible.

A recent survey conducted by South Korea's Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, along with the Korean Foundation for International Cultural Exchange, highlights the growing global appreciation for Korean cultural content. According to Ming Pao, the 2026 Overseas Korean Wave Survey involved 27,400 respondents from 30 countries, revealing that 69.7% have a favorable view of Korean cultural content. The survey indicates that the Korean Wave, or 'Hallyu,' remains particularly popular in Southeast Asia, with high favorability ratings in the Philippines (87%), India (83.8%), Indonesia (82.7%), and Thailand (79.4%). While Western countries such as the United Kingdom, Spain, the United States, and Australia show lower favorability, there has been a noticeable increase in positive perceptions. In Japan, favorability increased by 6.4 percentage points compared to the previous year. Among various cultural domains, Korean cuisine is the most popular, with a 55.1% favorability rating, followed by music (54%), beauty products (52.6%), television dramas (51.3%), and films (48.9%). Despite the positive reception, 37.5% of respondents hold negative views towards Korean culture, a figure unchanged from the previous year. The primary reasons for these negative perceptions include excessive commercialization (16.1%), the division between North and South Korea and related security threats (12.9%), and inappropriate behavior by celebrities (11.5%).

Japan is set to establish a 15-member expert panel aimed at revising its security documents, according to Ming Pao. The first meeting is expected to take place in late April, with the ruling coalition planning to consolidate revision opinions by May. A draft outline of the new documents is anticipated to be formulated by August, with the goal of approval at a cabinet meeting in December.

Myanmar's military leader Min Aung Hlaing stepped down from his role as Commander-in-Chief of the Defense Services on Monday, August 30. According to Ming Pao, he handed over the position to Ye Win Oo, the former Army Commander. On the same day, Min Aung Hlaing was nominated for the role of Vice President, setting the stage for him to potentially become President. This development signifies Myanmar's nominal return to civilian governance following the military coup in 2021.

Three Lebanese journalists killed during an Israeli offensive in Jezzine last Saturday were laid to rest on Sunday. According to Ming Pao, friends and family carried the coffin of Mohammed Ftouni, a photographer for Al Mayadeen TV, and displayed photos of the three deceased journalists. Mohammed Ftouni's sister, Fatima, who worked as a reporter for the same media outlet, was also killed. Ali Shaib, employed by Al Manar TV, was among the victims. Both Al Mayadeen and Al Manar TV have been accused by Israel of having ties to Hezbollah's military wing. However, the Lebanese President refuted these claims, emphasizing that the three journalists were civilians.

Israeli police on Sunday prevented Latin Patriarch Pierbattista Pizzaballa from entering the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem to lead Palm Sunday Mass. According to Ming Pao, the move drew criticism from the United States and several European countries. In response to the international backlash, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu quickly reversed the decision later that evening.

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