Mahathir Bayena

Merck (NYSE:MRK) announced positive topline results from the Phase 3 KEYNOTE-B15 trial (also known as EV-304) in patients with muscle-invasive bladder cancer (MIBC) who are eligible for cisplatin-based chemotherapy.

Agnico Eagle (NYSE:AEM) has acquired 26 million common shares of Osisko Metals (C$0.48 per share) for a total of C$12,480,000 through a non-brokered private placement, announced on Dec. 16, 2025.

US senators Elissa Slotkin and Jerry Moran have introduced a bipartisan bill to strengthen coordination against crypto scams, proposing a new federal task force.

Bhutan plans to deploy 10,000 Bitcoin to fund its Gelephu Mindfulness City, using digital assets to drive economic growth, jobs and innovation.

The United States has launched a new Tech Force initiative, with support from Coinbase and Robinhood, to bring private sector expertise into government agencies facing critical technology skills gaps.

Torque Metals (ASX:TOR) has raised $16.2 million through a $15 million institutional placement and $1.2 million from early option exercises.

The Australian Energy Regulator has taken New South Wales high-voltage grid operator Transgrid to the Federal Court.

Marvel Gold (ASX:MVL) has entered into a binding memorandum of understanding with Askiya Mineral Resources to sell 100% of its interest in Yanfo.

New Zealand's central bank has announced a reduction in some capital requirements for the country's banks.

Atlas Arteria (ASX:ALX) announced that it filed an application on Dec. 16 seeking approval to raise tolls on the Dulles Greenway in Virginia, USA.