East Asia Bank announced a second interim dividend of HK$0.22 per share, marking a 42% decrease from the previous year. According to RTHK, Co-Chief Executive Li Man Bun attributed the reduced dividend to one-time factors, including losses from mainland joint ventures and associates. He expressed optimism that as these impacts dissipate, profitability will return to normal, leading to a rebound in dividends. Last year, East Asia's net interest margin narrowed by 19 basis points to 1.9%. Co-Chief Executive Li Min Qiao noted that the margin improved in the latter half of the year. He anticipates that the U.S. Federal Reserve may cut interest rates in June and September, but expects loan demand to rise, maintaining a stable margin in the first half of the year. Li Min Qiao highlighted the bank's proactive efforts to develop non-interest income last year, which helped offset declines in net interest income. Looking ahead, the bank plans to capitalize on corporate expansion overseas and the growing demand for wealth management services to drive profit growth. As of the end of last year, East Asia Bank's total workforce stood at 7,669, a reduction of 192 employees since June, with 112 fewer staff in Hong Kong. Li Min Qiao stated that there are no plans for layoffs this year. Instead, the bank will continue leveraging technology to enhance operational efficiency and is actively recruiting personnel such as client relationship managers.

The South African Reserve Bank is anticipated to reduce interest rates three more times before concluding its current easing cycle, according to a recent survey. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting the central bank's strategy to stimulate economic growth amid challenging conditions. The survey suggests that these rate cuts are part of a broader effort to support the economy, which has been facing various pressures. The Reserve Bank's approach aligns with global trends where central banks are adjusting monetary policies to foster economic stability. The anticipated rate reductions are expected to provide relief to businesses and consumers, potentially boosting spending and investment. However, the exact timing and magnitude of these cuts remain uncertain, as they will depend on evolving economic indicators and conditions. The Reserve Bank's decisions will be closely monitored by market participants and analysts, who are keen to understand the implications for the South African economy.

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受近期 Bithumb 发生的 62 兆韩元（约 62 万枚）比特币误发事故影响，韩国多家互联网银行在与加密货币交易所的实名账户续约上表现出极度审慎的态度。KakaoBank（联手 Coinone）和 K-Bank（联手 Upbit）等金融机构正密切关注事态发展，担心交易所的内部控制风险可能传导至银行端，损害其金融声誉。

Cryptocurrency flows to suspected human trafficking services surged 85% year-over-year in 2025, reaching hundreds of millions of dollars, according to new data. Nearly half of transactions tied to Telegram-based ‘international escort’ services exceeded $10,000. The spike highlights the growing professionalization of these networks and how blockchain transparency is becoming a critical investigative tool source: https://techgaged.com/crypto-linked-human-trafficking-cases-up-85-yoy-new-data-shows/

Key Takeaways: Crypto is taxed under Box 3 based on a presumed return, not actual gains. source: https://coindoo.com/netherlands-moves-to-36-annual-tax-on-real-crypto-returns/

Bitcoin's Long-Term Holder Realized Cap Impulse indicator has turned negative for the first time in three years, according to crypto analytics firm Alphractal. This metric reflects actual capital inflows by measuring realized capitalization based on the price at which BTC last changed hands. According to NS3.AI, the negative shift suggests a structural decrease in capital moving into Bitcoin and points to weakening demand in the current market cycle.

If a weaker dollar hasn’t fueled Bitcoin’s upside, could a strengthening U. S. dollar flip sentiment bullish? source: https://ambcrypto.com/is-russias-return-to-the-dollar-a-hidden-bullish-signal-for-bitcoin/

HIVE Digital Technologies Ltd. said its high-performance computing arm, BUZZ, has signed customer agreements worth about $30M to boost its AI cloud ambitions. source: https://www.cryptopolitan.com/hives-buzz-secures-30m-ai-cloud-deals/

Cathie Wood, speaking at the Bitcoin Investor Week 2026 event on February 13, highlighted the current state of U.S. inflation, which has decreased to 0.8%. According to BlockBeats, Wood anticipates inflation will soon enter negative territory. She noted a shift in market dynamics, citing Pepsi's decision to reduce the prices of chips and Doritos by 15% as an indicator. Recent data shows a year-on-year increase in second-hand home prices has dropped to 0.9%, while new home prices are declining, and gasoline prices are also falling. Wood attributes this 'benign deflation' to technology-driven innovation. The AI boom is exerting a strong deflationary effect, with AI training costs decreasing by 75% annually and inference costs dropping by 85% each year. She further commented that the market is on the 'other side' of a bubble, with robotics, AI, blockchain, energy storage, and multiomics entering a 'golden era.' Wood expects a prosperous period for U.S. investments in the coming years.

OpenAI has told US lawmakers that Chinese AI company DeepSeek is using advanced methods to copy outputs from American AI models to train its own systems. The company warned this could weaken US AI leadership and create safety and business risks by bypassing safeguards and replicating capabilities without permission.

The West Kowloon Cultural District Authority (WKCDA) has signed a HK$3 billion, 10-year loan agreement with ICBC Asia to enhance financial flexibility and support its public mission. According to RTHK, the authority believes this reflects the banking sector's confidence in the future development of West Kowloon. Additionally, WKCDA plans to issue medium-term bonds, with a framework based on other public institutions' experiences, and a cap of US$1 billion. This follows a three-year, HK$4 billion sustainability-linked loan obtained in 2022, which will be refinanced in 2024, increasing the loan amount to HK$5 billion. The authority believes these arrangements will gradually address short- and medium-term cash flow pressures. During a media luncheon, WKCDA Board Chairman Bernard Chan discussed the progress of commercial and residential projects. He stated that the Art Square building, comprising three commercial office towers with a total floor area of approximately 65,000 square meters, is expected to be completed next year. This development includes retail, dining, and leisure facilities, anticipated to generate stable rental income. Additionally, the West Kowloon Performing Arts Center, currently under construction, is set to open next year and is expected to further contribute to venue rental income. Regarding the proposed residential project in Zone 2B of West Kowloon, the authority is preparing for the tender process, which is expected to be ready within this year. The actual tender timing will depend on market conditions, and the authority must submit a tender schedule for each residential development project, subject to approval by the Development Bureau. WKCDA CEO Betty Fung reported that the operational performance of the West Kowloon Cultural District was favorable last year, with over 17 million visitors, a 13% increase year-on-year. The "Picasso and His Time" exhibition at M+ attracted over 200,000 visitors, while the Hong Kong Palace Museum recorded approximately 1 million visitors throughout the year. The Ancient Egyptian Civilization exhibition, which opened in November last year, has already drawn over 220,000 visitors. Additionally, the ferry service between West Kowloon and Central, launched in mid-November last year, has transported over 155,000 passengers by early this month.

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Aave 协议拥有全球银行的资金规模，但要真正成为链上银行，它必须拿下应用层，把后端协议变成普通人触手可及的产品。

Trump-affiliated venture World Liberty Financial is preparing to launch a blockchain-powered remittance and foreign exchange platform called World Swap, aiming squarely at the $9 trillion-a-day global Forex market.

Coinbase reported a surprise quarterly loss of US$667 million as trading revenue fell sharply due to a broad drop in crypto prices and weaker market activity. Growth in stablecoin operations provided some relief, but regulatory uncertainty and ongoing market weakness continue to pressure the company.

通胀放缓将为美联储提供更多政策灵活性，但在财政扩张和去年三次降息对经济构成额外刺激的背景下，市场更关注此次回落是否具有可持续性。

美国,CFTC,预测,谁在 CFTC 牌桌上？一场美国创新金融话语权的重新分配 金色财经,美国 CFTC 到底组了个什么局？

Tether’s USDT may be on track to surpass both Bitcoin and Ethereum in market capitalization as stablecoins continue expanding despite broader crypto market weakness, according to Bloomberg Intelligence strategist Mike McGlone.

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