PANews posted on X (formerly Twitter). The upcoming release of the U.S. non-farm payroll report is drawing attention as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have led to a halt in shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, pushing Brent crude oil prices close to $90 per barrel. In response to these developments, U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a strong statement. In related news, the U.S. government is considering imposing global export controls on AI chips, a move that has impacted the stock prices of companies like Nvidia. Meanwhile, JPMorgan Chase has announced a $20 billion investment in artificial intelligence, and Bitcoin mining companies are reportedly selling off BTC to invest in AI technologies. Bitcoin's price has seen a correction, dropping from $74,000 to $71,000, as miners engage in significant sell-offs. Additionally, $2.3 billion in options are set to expire on March 6, leading to divided opinions in the market.

Vladimir Putin remains committed to increasing military expenditures, according to Lithuanian intelligence. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting that this decision comes despite Russia facing economic difficulties. The focus on military enhancement underscores the Russian government's strategic priorities, even as the nation's economic conditions continue to weaken. This approach reflects a broader trend of prioritizing defense capabilities over economic stability.

Ford Motor Company has announced a recall of 889,950 vehicles in the United States due to safety concerns. According to Jin10, the recall affects several models and is part of the company's ongoing efforts to address potential issues that could compromise vehicle safety. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has been informed of the recall, and Ford is working to ensure that affected vehicles are serviced promptly. Owners of the recalled vehicles are advised to contact their local dealerships for further information and assistance. This recall highlights the importance of vehicle safety and the measures automakers must take to protect consumers.

The Labor Statistics Bureau is set to release new population control data that was delayed due to a 43-day government shutdown last year. According to Odaily, BNP Paribas Chief U.S. Economist Eggerhoff noted that the latest Census Bureau data indicates the Labor Statistics Bureau has been overestimating population growth since the end of 2024. The adjusted January data is expected to show a reduction of approximately 590,000 in the population aged 16 and above, a decrease of about 370,000 in the labor force, and similar adjustments in household survey employment figures. Using experimental series that smooth past population control and immigration data, combined with the latest census data, the U.S. labor force is projected to grow by only 900,000 in 2025, with overall labor force growth in 2026 expected to be well below 500,000. The population control adjustments will only affect January's household survey data, meaning month-to-month comparisons of household employment, unemployment, and labor force indicators will not be directly comparable. Bank of America Securities Economist Mishra stated that the good news is that key ratios, such as the unemployment rate and labor force participation rate, are typically minimally affected. Last year, population control adjustments increased these two ratios by 0.1 percentage points, while this year's adjustments may slightly decrease them.

UK police have arrested an Iranian national along with three individuals holding dual British-Iranian citizenship as part of a pre-planned operation. According to Jin10, the arrests were carried out in coordination with ongoing investigations. The authorities have not disclosed further details about the operation or the charges against the individuals. The situation underscores the complexities involved in international law enforcement and diplomatic relations.

UK police have launched an investigation into suspected surveillance activities targeting locations and individuals within the Jewish community in London. According to Jin10, authorities are examining reports of suspicious monitoring that may pose a threat to community safety. The investigation aims to ensure the security and well-being of the affected individuals and locations. Further details on the nature and extent of the surveillance activities are yet to be disclosed as the inquiry progresses.

Week 10 of 2026 (February 27 - March 5): 1. According to cloverpool, the average hashrate of the Bitcoin network was 1025 EH/s, with a high of 1193 EH/s and a low of 933 EH/s, a decrease of 2.9% compared to the average hashrate of the previous week (1055 EH/s). 2. According to blockchain.com, the average price of Bitcoin was $67,986, with a high of $74,100 and a low of $63,019, an increase of 1.8% compared to the average price of the previous week ($66,740). 3. Notable mining news includes: (1) Bitcoin mining companies have sold over 15,000 BTC since October last year, indicating a shift in the industry's holding strategy; (2) Bitcoin mining company TeraWulf's revenue is expected to grow by 20% in 2025, with net losses widening to $661 million, accelerating its transformation into AI and HPC businesses; (3) Morgan Stanley has provided a $500 million loan to Bitcoin mining company Core Scientific. Data partner: NYSE-listed Bitcoin mining company Cango Inc. (CANG).

In the past two hours, a whale's long position in BTC, starting with "0x1bf," was liquidated when the price fell to $70,151, resulting in the liquidation of 146 BTC, approximately $10.27 million, marking the largest single liquidation on the entire network in the past 24 hours. This address currently holds a 40x leveraged long position in BTC, with a position size of approximately $41.6 million, an average price of $71,440, and the next liquidation price is $69,997, about 1.4% away from liquidation. Last night, this address closed out its entire $32.5 million short position in BTC at an average price of $72,300. Subsequently, after BTC fell below $72,000, it reversed course and opened a long position, briefly pushing its holdings to $52 million, becoming the largest long position in BTC on Hyperliquid. From shorting to going long to being liquidated, less than 24 hours passed.

Switzerland's foreign exchange reserves experienced a minor decrease in February, totaling 7100.29 billion Swiss francs. According to Jin10, the previous value was revised from 7120 billion Swiss francs to 7120.4 billion Swiss francs. This adjustment reflects a slight change in the country's financial holdings, indicating a stable economic environment despite the minor fluctuation in reserves.

Eiji Maeda, a former official responsible for monetary policy at the Bank of Japan (BOJ), has indicated that despite the uncertainties arising from the Iran conflict, there is still a 50% probability of a rate hike by the BOJ next month following the decision to maintain rates in March. According to Jin10, Maeda stated, "The next rate hike is likely to occur in either April or June. Given the current uncertainties, both possibilities are roughly equal. This presents an extremely challenging situation for the BOJ." He further noted that due to rising risks of lagging inflation, an April rate hike would be more prudent. His view aligns with the general market expectation, as the overnight swap market shows traders believe there is about a 60% chance of a rate hike in April. Maeda pointed out, "If the BOJ does not act in April, the yen may weaken further. If it breaks 160 against the dollar, it will increase the risk of lagging behind market trends." Even at current levels, the yen is "quite weak," and a slight adjustment would be more comfortable for Japanese businesses and households.

Early morning of March 3, 2026, Washington, D.C. The Bitcoin Policy Institute's servers completed the final round of data processing.

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