Julian Lim

Julian Lim is an entrepreneur, technology writer, and a researcher. He started JL Data Analysis after graduating from NUS in Intelligent Systems. Julian writes about technology innovations and entrepreneurship on Business Times, Asia Pacific Magazine and occasionally contributes to Startup Fortune.

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Julian Lim · Apr 12, 2026 · 4:41 PM

Hilton's theWit Chicago Proves Luxury Hospitality Doesn't Need Luxury Pricing

Hilton's theWit in Chicago delivers spa-like rooms and award-winning design for $240 a night, reflecting a broader shift in mid-range hospitality. Renovation-first strategies are redefining guest expectations.

Julian Lim · Apr 12, 2026 · 3:10 PM

XRP Whales Quietly Accumulate $1.6 Billion as Retail Traders Exit

Whale wallets have accumulated 1.2 billion XRP tokens as exchange reserves hit multi-year lows, creating conditions for a potential supply shock if demand spikes.

Julian Lim · Apr 12, 2026 · 1:42 PM

Foreign Investors Pull Rs 48,000 Crore From India In 10 Days

Foreign investors pulled Rs 48,213 crore from Indian markets in early April, extending a massive sell-off driven by geopolitical tensions and rising oil prices. Domestic institutions have so far absorbed the selling, keeping indices resilient.

Julian Lim · Apr 12, 2026 · 12:28 PM

When a 12% Dividend Yield Is a Warning Sign, Not an Opportunity

Double-digit dividend yields often signal trouble, not opportunity. Here is how income investors can separate genuine value from the trap of unsustainable payouts.

Julian Lim · Apr 12, 2026 · 10:55 AM

Bitcoin's MACD Crossover Sparks Bear Market Bottom Debate Among Traders

Bitcoin's monthly MACD indicator has printed a bullish crossover, a rare technical signal that has historically coincided with bear market bottoms. Traders are divided on whether this cycle confirms the pattern, with on-chain accumulation and halving cycle timing adding weight to the bull case while macro uncertainty keeps conviction low.

Julian Lim · Apr 11, 2026 · 9:39 PM

Bhutan Dumps 70% of Bitcoin Reserves as Sovereign Mining Halts

Bhutan has sold over 70% of its Bitcoin reserves and halted mining operations, while major miners and treasury firms also accelerate BTC liquidations in early 2026.

Julian Lim · Apr 11, 2026 · 6:38 PM

Why The Week Of April 13 Could Define The Stock Market Rally

Big bank earnings, critical inflation data, and geopolitical risks converge this week to test the stock market rally. Here is what investors should watch and why it matters.

Julian Lim · Apr 10, 2026 · 1:03 PM

Global Capital Returns to Asian AI Stocks as Geopolitical Tensions Cool

Global investors are funneling fresh capital into Asian AI and semiconductor stocks as Middle East tensions ease, betting the region's critical role in the AI supply chain will drive continued growth.

Julian Lim · Apr 10, 2026 · 12:00 PM

David vs. Goliath: Solo Bitcoin Miner Strikes Gold With $225K Block Reward Against Astronomical Odds

A solo Bitcoin miner defied astronomical odds this week to claim a full block reward worth approximately $225,000, a rare victory against the industrial mining giants that dominate the network. The event, confirmed on-chain and celebrated across crypto communities, has reignited debate about decentralization and the enduring accessibility of the Bitcoin protocol. It stands as one of the most dramatic solo mining wins in recent memory.

Julian Lim · Apr 10, 2026 · 2:33 AM

S&P 500 Rides Ceasefire Optimism to Longest Winning Streak Since October

The S&P 500 posted its longest winning streak since October as ceasefire news reduced geopolitical risk. Energy, airlines, and defense stocks saw sharp moves in both directions.

Julian Lim · Apr 9, 2026 · 11:34 PM

Tom Lee's BitMine Up-lists to NYSE Big Board, Stock Stalls Despite $4 Billion Buyback

BitMine moved to the NYSE main board and expanded its buyback to $4 billion, but shares dipped 2% as investors priced in the news. The firm holds 4% of all Ethereum.

Julian Lim · Apr 9, 2026 · 10:02 PM

Jim Cramer Highlights What Surprised Markets Most on Thursday

Jim Cramer was struck by the market's unexpected resilience on Thursday despite mounting macro headwinds. Here is what drove the surprise and what it signals for the weeks ahead.

Julian Lim · Apr 9, 2026 · 2:05 PM

Bitcoin traders are tuning out U.S. inflation data. That matters.

Bitcoin is showing little reaction to upcoming U.S. inflation data, suggesting crypto may be decoupling from macro headlines. Structural demand from ETFs is reshaping market dynamics.

Julian Lim · Apr 9, 2026 · 12:36 PM

Ethereum Retakes $2,200 But Analysts Say the Bull Run Isn't Back Yet

Ethereum has surged past $2,200, but analysts warn the macro downtrend remains intact. Key support sits at $1,800, with a true bull rally requiring a break above $2,500.

Julian Lim · Apr 9, 2026 · 6:35 AM

Bitcoin Long-Term Holders Quietly Stockpile 4.37M BTC

Bitcoin long-term holders have stockpiled 4.37M BTC while exchange inflows have collapsed to a quarter of prior-cycle levels, creating a supply squeeze beneath quiet markets.

Julian Lim · Apr 9, 2026 · 12:35 AM

Motorola Quietly Hikes Budget Phone Prices Up to 50 Percent

Motorola has silently raised prices on its 2026 Moto G budget phones by up to 50%, with no major hardware upgrades to justify the hikes. The moves signal a broader shift in what budget smartphones may cost going forward.