U.S. key infrastructure operators are on high alert for potential cyber retaliation from Iranian-backed groups, according to a report by AXIOS. According to Jin10, CrowdStrike has observed increased activity from hackers allied with Iran and self-proclaimed 'hacktivists' targeting entities in the Middle East, the United States, and parts of Asia following the February 28 airstrike. Adam Meyers, Senior Vice President of Intelligence at CrowdStrike, stated that the group Hydro Kitten, associated with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, has signaled plans to target the financial sector. James Turgal, a former FBI official and current Vice President of Cyber Risk and Board Relations at Optiv, anticipates a rise in distributed denial-of-service attacks, personal information exposure, data breaches, and website defacement over the next month, with the potential for more severe cyber intrusions. The U.S. energy, water, transportation, and telecommunications sectors may also be primary targets for high-impact attacks during this period.

Spot gold prices have surged, reaching $5,170 per ounce, marking a 1.64% increase within the day. According to Jin10, this rise in gold prices reflects ongoing market dynamics and investor sentiment. The precious metal's upward movement is attributed to various economic factors influencing the market. Investors are closely monitoring these developments as they assess the potential implications for their portfolios. The increase in gold prices highlights the metal's role as a safe-haven asset amid fluctuating market conditions.

Alibaba's tech lead for its Qwen open-source model has unexpectedly stepped down, causing unease within the global developer community. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting the impact of this leadership change on Alibaba's strategic shift towards artificial intelligence. The departure has sparked discussions about the future direction of Alibaba's AI initiatives and its potential implications for the tech industry. As Alibaba continues to focus on AI development, the sudden change in leadership raises questions about the company's ability to maintain momentum in this rapidly evolving field.

One of Australia's largest pension funds is reconsidering its investment strategy in listed US technology companies. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting that ongoing concerns about spending in artificial intelligence are impacting share prices. The fund is assessing the potential risks and opportunities associated with AI investments, as the technology sector faces increased scrutiny and volatility. This reevaluation comes as part of a broader strategy to ensure sustainable returns for its members in a rapidly changing market environment.

A U.S. judge has ruled in favor of Uber in its legal dispute with American Transit Insurance, the leading taxi insurer in New York City. Bloomberg posted on X that the court found the insurer failed to provide defense for Uber in cases related to accidents involving its drivers. This decision marks a significant victory for the ride-hailing company as it navigates legal challenges in the transportation industry. The ruling underscores the ongoing complexities and legal responsibilities surrounding insurance coverage for ride-hailing services.

China's manufacturing sector experienced a contraction for the second month in a row, influenced by the extended Lunar New Year holiday, which led to a slowdown in both manufacturing and construction activities. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting the impact of the holiday on the country's industrial output. The prolonged break, which is the longest in history, has contributed to a decrease in factory operations, affecting overall economic performance. The decline in activity underscores the challenges faced by the manufacturing sector amid seasonal disruptions.

In the past 24 hours, the cryptocurrency market has witnessed substantial liquidations amounting to $376 million, according to Coinglass data. According to ChainCatcher, long positions accounted for $247 million of the liquidations, while short positions made up $128 million. Specifically, Bitcoin long positions saw liquidations of $86.42 million, and Bitcoin short positions experienced $58.03 million in liquidations. Ethereum long positions faced $48.75 million in liquidations, with Ethereum short positions seeing $31.02 million in liquidations.

专注于稳定币业务的拉丁美洲金融应用 ARQ 完成 7000 万美元融资，红杉资本与 FoundersFund 参投。公司表示，本轮资金将用于品牌重塑、招聘员工及扩展至财富管理、本币高收益账户及信贷等新业务领域。ARQ 原名 DolarApp，提供多币种账户、数字钱包、外汇兑换及借记卡服务，支持跨境资金存储与转移。目前其在拉丁美洲拥有超 200 万用户，年化交易额超过 100 亿美元。（彭博社）

February's prediction market trading volume recorded a decrease to $23.4 billion, marking a 12% drop from January's record $27.1 billion, according to ChainCatcher. This decline ends a five-month streak of growth and represents the first monthly downturn since August 2025. The downturn was primarily influenced by the BNB Chain platform Opinion, whose trading volume plummeted from over $10 billion to $3.1 billion. Notably, the authenticity of Opinion's data has previously been questioned. Meanwhile, performance varied across platforms. Kalshi's trading volume surged to a historic high of $9.8 billion, further solidifying its leading position in the industry. Polymarket experienced a slight increase, with its volume rising from $7.7 billion to $7.9 billion. In recent years, prediction markets have evolved from niche tools to mainstream financial applications, widely used for forecasting events such as elections and economic indicators.

Hong Kong's semiconductor sector experienced a significant rally, with several key players seeing substantial increases in their stock prices. According to Jin10, Zhaoyi Innovation (03986.HK) led the charge, rising over 10%. ASMPT (00522.HK) also saw a notable increase, climbing more than 5%. Other companies such as Huahong Semiconductor (01347.HK), Montage Technology (06809.HK), and Nexchip Microelectronics (02676.HK) also posted gains, contributing to the overall positive momentum in the market.

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