Iran's counter-attacks on Saturday served as a stark reminder of the geographical vulnerabilities faced by Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Bloomberg posted on X, emphasizing how these cities have evolved into global financial hubs, relying heavily on their reputation for safety and stability. The recent events underscore the delicate balance these financial centers must maintain amid regional tensions.

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.

암호화폐 기업들은 2021년부터 스포츠 및 문화 행사를 대규모로 후원해 왔으며, 예를 들어 FTX가 마이애미 히트의 홈구장 명명권을 획득한 사례가 있다.

글로벌 스테이블코인 시장이 달러 자산(USDT, USDC)에 의해 주도되는 가운데, 전통 금융계의 거물급 플레이어가 블록체인 상에서 자신들의 영향력을 되찾으려 시도하고 있다.

인공지능, AI는 기술적 평등을 실현하지 못할 것이며, 단지 적합한 사람들에게만 혜택을 줄 것이다. 골든파이낸스, 평등을 위한 기술은 항상 귀족화라는 결과를 낳는다. 매번 그러하다.

Web 4.0의 현재 4가지 경쟁적 정의, AI 에이전트 경제의 진전과 거품, 크립토와 AI의 공생 논리, 그리고 에이전틱 웹이 지식 노동자에게 주는 생존적 시사점을 전면적으로 해체한다.

Anthropic은 왜 미 국방부와 갈등을 빚게 되었는가? OpenAI가 미 국방부의 새로운 총애를 받게 되었는가?

새로운 전쟁의 동력원을 지불하는 주체는 과연 누구인가? 시장 심리에 불을 지피는 것은 누구인가? 에이전트와 스테이블코인이 과연 다음 행선지로 가는 티켓이 될 수 있을까.

미국 국방부는 AI 기업 앤트로픽을 공식적으로 "국가 안보 공급망 위험"으로 지정하고 연방 정부 및 군부에서의 사용을 전면 금지했다. 결별의 직접적인 계기는 양측의 핵전쟁 결정에 대한 근본적인 갈등이었다.

우지한이 진정으로 사들인 것은 "누가 이기든 내게 전기 요금을 내야 하는" 위치였다. 우지한은 수십억 달러를 들여 이 기회를 사들였다. 그는 AI의 돈이 부채를 따라잡는 속도를 기다리고 있다.

트럼프는 자신의 소셜 미디어 계정에 금지 명령을 게시했으며, 미국 연방 정부는 즉시 미국 인공지능 기업 앤트로픽(Anthropic)의 모든 기술 사용을 중단했다.

전통 금융 분야에서 주요 토큰화 시범 프로젝트의 대부분은 동일한 인프라에서 운영되며 Chainlink를 사용하고 있습니다. 그러나 이러한 채택이 실질적인 수익으로 이어질 수 있을까요?