Bitcoin tops $60,000, nears record high, on growing U.S. ETF hopes

19 Sept 22:06 Key points summarised by AI

Bitcoin surged past $60,000, nearing its record high, driven by strong anticipation of U.S. regulators approving a Bitcoin futures Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF).
Reports indicate the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is poised to allow the first U.S. Bitcoin futures ETF to begin trading next week, boosting investor confidence.
The potential ETF approval is seen as a crucial step towards mainstream adoption of digital assets, attracting significant institutional interest and investment in Bitcoin.

New home loan scheme aims to boost property sector with Bt125 billion

20 Oct 11:38 Key points summarised by AI

The Cabinet approved a new Bt50-billion 'A House for Each PLUS' home loan scheme from the Government Housing Bank, offering up to Bt3 million with 40-year repayment terms for low- and middle-income earners.
This initiative aims to significantly boost the property sector and national economy, projecting to generate Bt125 billion in economic activity and create jobs.