Bitcoin’s perpetual funding rate dropped to -6% after BTC briefly fell to $63,000, signaling extreme bearish positioning and raising the potential for a short squeeze.The sharp move followed geopolitical escalation involving U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran, which triggered volatility across risk assets.Funding Rate Hits Second-Lowest Level in 3 MonthsAccording to data from CoinGlass, the perpetual contract funding rate fell to -6%, marking the second-lowest level in nearly three months.The last time funding rates reached similar levels was on February 6, when Bitcoin bottomed near $60,000 before staging a rebound.A deeply negative funding rate means:Short sellers are paying longs to maintain positionsBearish positioning is crowdedMarket sentiment is skewed toward downside expectationsHistorically, extreme negative funding has often preceded sharp countertrend rallies as overleveraged shorts unwind.Open Interest Rises as Liquidations Exceed $500MDespite the price drop, coin-denominated open interest increased significantly:Open interest rose from 668,000 BTC to 687,000 BTC in 24 hoursMore than $500 million in crypto positions were liquidatedOver $420 million were long liquidationsThe combination of rising open interest and negative funding suggests new short positions are entering the market aggressively rather than traders closing exposure.This dynamic increases the probability of a short squeeze if Bitcoin reclaims key resistance levels.BTC Attempts to Reclaim $64,000After briefly dipping to $63,000, Bitcoin is now attempting to reclaim the $64,000 level.If price momentum strengthens:Shorts may be forced to coverFunding rates could normalize rapidlyLiquidation cascades may push BTC higherHowever, failure to hold support could embolden bears and trigger further downside.Market Structure Points to Elevated VolatilityKey current conditions:Funding rate: -6%Open interest: RisingLiquidations: $500M+Geopolitical risk: ElevatedThis combination reflects heightened speculative activity and a fragile market structure.With positioning heavily skewed short, Bitcoin’s next move could be amplified — whether through continued downside or a rapid squeeze higher.Traders are closely watching whether BTC can sustain a recovery above $64,000 to determine if the market transitions from panic selling to short-covering momentum.

PANews posted on X (formerly Twitter). Recent data from Dune Analytics has unveiled significant insights into the $304 billion stablecoin market. Key findings highlight a duopoly, with USDT and USDC commanding an 89% market share. Despite over 172 million global wallet addresses, emerging stablecoins like USDS and USD0 see over 90% of their supply concentrated in the top 10 wallets. In January, stablecoin transfers exceeded $10.3 trillion, with USDC's transaction volume nearly five times that of USDT, indicating its role as a highly active trading medium. More than 90% of stablecoins are actively utilized in decentralized exchange liquidity, lending leverage, and centralized exchange channels, rather than remaining idle.

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is currently holding separate discussions with the leaders of France and Germany as part of a series of calls with allies. According to Jin10, these conversations are aimed at strengthening diplomatic relations and addressing mutual concerns. The talks underscore the importance of collaboration among European nations in navigating current geopolitical challenges. Further details on the outcomes of these discussions have yet to be disclosed.

China has initiated strategic discussions with India as the latter prepares to take over the chairmanship of BRICS in 2026. According to NS3.AI, this move underscores Beijing's emphasis on India's involvement in the group. BRICS, which has expanded to include 11 full members and 10 partner countries, is gaining international prominence. India's presidency in 2026 is set to prioritize resilience, innovation, cooperation, and sustainability to enhance the group's global influence.

On February 28, an incident involving falling debris occurred in a residential area of Abu Dhabi, resulting in material damage and the death of an individual of Asian nationality. According to BlockBeats, the UAE authorities have addressed the situation. Further details regarding the cause of the debris fall have not been disclosed.

On February 28, DeFiance Capital founder Arthur commented on the role of cryptocurrency in recent market activities. According to BlockBeats, Arthur noted that cryptocurrencies have unfortunately become the preferred tool for short-selling hedges during weekend risk events.

Crypto Rover posted on X that Saudi Arabia has announced its commitment to deploy all available resources to support its neighboring countries, including the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait, and Jordan. This move underscores Saudi Arabia's dedication to fostering regional stability and cooperation. The announcement highlights the kingdom's strategic efforts to strengthen alliances and provide assistance to its allies in the region.

Explosions were reported near the main airport in Abu Dhabi on February 28. According to BlockBeats, the incident occurred in the vicinity of the United Arab Emirates' capital city airport. Further details about the cause or impact of the explosions have not been disclosed.

A significant investor has amassed $12.4 million in digital gold assets since October 2025, according to NS3.AI. The holdings include 2,371.4 XAUT and 559.74 PAXG, with average acquisition costs of $4,283 and $4,004 respectively. The investor has maintained these positions for nearly five months without selling, resulting in an unrealized profit of $3.521 million.

Crypto Rover posted on X that Emirates Airlines has temporarily halted its flight operations to and from Dubai. The airline has not specified the reasons behind this sudden suspension or provided a timeline for when services might resume. Passengers are advised to check with the airline for updates on their travel plans. This development comes amid various challenges faced by the aviation industry globally.

بدأت شركات العملات المشفرة برعاية الأحداث الرياضية والثقافية على نطاق واسع منذ عام 2021، مثل شركة FTX التي أصبحت الراعي الرئيسي لملعب فريق ميامي هيت.

في حين يهيمن الدولار الأمريكي (USDT، USDC) على سوق العملات المستقرة العالمية، يحاول لاعب كبير في العالم المالي التقليدي استعادة صوته المستحق على تقنية البلوك تشين.

لن يحقق الذكاء الاصطناعي المساواة التكنولوجية، بل سيكافئ فقط الأشخاص المناسبين. وتؤكد مؤسسة "غولدن فاينانس" أن التقنيات التي تعزز المساواة تؤدي دائمًا إلى النخبوية، وقد تكرر هذا الأمر مرارًا وتكرارًا.

تقدم هذه المقالة تحليلاً شاملاً للتعريفات الأربعة المتنافسة لـ Web 4.0، والتقدم الحقيقي وفقاعة اقتصاد الذكاء الاصطناعي الوكيل، والمنطق التكافلي بين العملات المشفرة والذكاء الاصطناعي، وآثار بقاء الويب الوكيل بالنسبة للعاملين في مجال المعرفة.

لماذا اصطدمت شركة أنثروبيك مع البنتاغون؟ لقد أصبحت شركة أوبن إيه آي المفضلة الجديدة لدى البنتاغون.

ما الذي يدفع هذه المعركة الجديدة في مجال المدفوعات؟ من الذي يُؤجّج معنويات السوق؟ هل تُعدّ الوكلاء والعملات المستقرة الخطوة التالية حقاً؟

صنّف البنتاغون رسمياً شركة أنثروبيك، عملاق الذكاء الاصطناعي، على أنها "خطر على سلسلة التوريد للأمن القومي"، وفرض حظراً تاماً على استخدامها في الحكومة الفيدرالية والجيش. وكان السبب المباشر لهذا الانقسام هو خلاف جوهري بين الجانبين حول قرارات الحرب النووية.

ما اشتراه وو جيهان في الحقيقة هو وضعٌ يضمن له، أياً كان الفائز، سداد فاتورة الكهرباء. لقد استغل وو جيهان هذه الفرصة بأكثر من مليار دولار، وهو ينتظر الآن أن يواكب تطور الذكاء الاصطناعي سرعة تراكم ديونه.

أصدر ترامب أمر حظر على حسابه الخاص على وسائل التواصل الاجتماعي، وأمر الحكومة الفيدرالية الأمريكية بالتوقف فوراً عن استخدام جميع التقنيات من شركة أنثروبيك، وهي شركة أمريكية رائدة في مجال الذكاء الاصطناعي.

في القطاع المالي التقليدي، تعتمد الغالبية العظمى من المشاريع التجريبية الرئيسية للترميز على نفس البنية التحتية، باستخدام Chainlink. ولكن هل يمكن أن يترجم هذا التبني إلى فوائد ملموسة؟