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Market news: The Niigata Prefectural Assembly in Japan voted to restart the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear power plant.On December 22nd, Chen Ronghui, Deputy Director of the National Bureau of Data Science and Technology, stated at a press conference that the National Bureau of Data Science and Technology has organized and implemented the construction of demonstration scenarios for "running" public data, releasing three batches totaling 70 demonstration scenarios. Today, a fourth batch of 30 demonstration scenarios was released. Regarding the four batches of scenarios, Chen Ronghui stated that the data supply method has shifted from "mainly sharing" to "coordinated promotion of sharing, openness, and authorized operation." In the fourth batch of scenarios, authorized operation has become an important data supply method. The fourth batch of scenarios has a wider regional coverage, with scenarios in the western and northeastern regions accounting for 35%. The scope of the scenarios is continuously expanding, with the fourth batch gradually extending to in-depth areas such as high-frequency public services, characteristic industries, and grassroots governance. Common scenarios such as accurate verification of personal living status and sharing and mutual recognition of medical examination and test results will create greater demonstration value and social benefits.Futures Market News, December 22nd: Wheat prices remained stable with a slight decline today. As the year-end approaches, more grain holders are clearing warehouses and selling off their stock, increasing the supply of grain in the market. Flour consumption is in the off-season, processing enterprises have weak orders and low operating rates, with most cautiously replenishing their stocks only as needed. Demand for feed substitution is fluctuating, resulting in a stalemate between supply and demand in the market. Prices are likely to remain within a narrow range in the short term.On December 22nd, Uber announced a partnership with Baidu to test self-driving taxis in the UK. This follows Waymos launch of tests in London this month. Uber stated on Monday that it plans to launch a pilot program in London in the first half of 2026, using Baidus Apollo Go RT6 self-driving taxis. The company said the service is expected to launch in London by the end of next year. Uber abandoned its independent development of self-driving technology in 2020, instead partnering with several self-driving taxi companies. Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi stated in an interview this month that the company plans to offer self-driving services in more than 10 markets by the end of next year.The yield on Japans 20-year government bond rose 5.5 basis points to 3.025%.
