Coinbase and Better Home & Finance will allow qualified borrowers to use Bitcoin or USDC as collateral for down payments on Fannie Mae-backed mortgages starting summer 2026. This initiative follows a 2025 FHFA directive to consider crypto in mortgage risk assessments.
A significant portion of young adults, 34%, are living with their parents despite being employed, primarily to save for a home down payment. This trend extends to over 40% of individuals under 40 who return to their family home at least once.
A South Korean court ruled that BK Group Chairman Kim is not entitled to a refund of the 12 billion won down payment for the failed 2018 acquisition of Bithumb. The court found no confirmation of a promise to list 'Bithumb Coin' (BXA).
Taiwan's Defense Minister Chiu Kuo-cheng stated that the first payment for the HIMARS rocket system, due by the end of May, is likely to be met on time. The special budget for US arms purchases is expected to be approved by the legislature, allowing for the payment. He also addressed concerns about a second batch of US arms sales, stating no changes have been received and expressing cautious optimism.
Tesla introduces a 5-year loan with 0.99% annual interest for China, coinciding with US President Donald Trump's state visit, aiming to maintain strong sales in 2026.
Two Hong Kong policy think tanks released a survey finding that younger residents aged 18-40 have a weaker desire for home ownership (5.06/10) compared to those over 40 (5.8/10). Among those not eager to buy, 46.4% cited unaffordable flat prices and 21.3% cited mortgage burden. The study calls for allowing young families to use mandatory pension savings for home purchases, offering housing loans to first-time buyers, and halving down payment requirements for middle-income buyers of government-subsidised flats.
