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Bitcoin Red Team Reports 5K Findings in Sweeping Security Audit
A volunteer Bitcoin security audit has found nearly 5,000 potential vulnerabilities across 390 projects in just over a day.

Information Services Group Announces $0.045 Per Share Dividend, Reinforcing Commitment to Shareholder Returns
Information Services Group declares a quarterly cash dividend of $0.045 per share, continuing its stable payout policy. Amid rising demand for digital transformation, the company's solid financials and dividend strategy attract long-term investors. Explore the industry outlook and market impact.

Geopolitical Risks Drive Surge in Crude Oil Options Implied Volatility: Capital Flows and Trading Strategies
Escalating Middle East tensions have spiked implied volatility in crude oil options. This analysis examines the impact on IV, term structure shifts, and capital flows from hedge funds and market makers, offering strategic insights for derivatives traders.

Hang Seng Index Posts Three-Day Winning Streak, Reclaims 23,000 as Southbound Funds Hit Monthly High: Can Hong Kong Stocks Sustain the Recovery?
Hong Kong stocks rebounded for a third consecutive session, with the Hang Seng Index reclaiming the 23,000-point mark and southbound capital inflows hitting a monthly high. Analysts attribute the rally to a confluence of sentiment repair and capital inflows, but caution that fundamental validation remains crucial.

Mysten Labs CTO Joins Anthropic for AI Security Research
Mysten Labs co-founder and CTO Sam Blackshear is joining Anthropic to work on defensive security research.

Propel Holdings raises quarterly dividend by 6.3% to CAD 0.255/share (TSX:PRL:CA)
Propel Holdings (PRL:CA) raises its quarterly dividend to CAD 0.255/share (+6.3%). Key dates: payable June 3, record/ex-div June 24.

Gold Hits Record Highs, Options Market Bets on $3,000: Derivatives Positioning and Rate Cut Expectations
Gold futures and options open interest surges, with $3,000 call options in focus. Analysis of how Fed rate cut expectations influence derivatives pricing, market risks, and outlook.

Hang Seng Index Rallies for Third Day to Reclaim 18,000; Southbound Funds Net Inflow for Fifth Consecutive Day - Can the Rebound Last?
Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index has risen for three consecutive sessions, reclaiming the 18,000-point mark, with southbound funds recording net inflows for five straight days. This article analyzes the drivers behind the rebound, including capital flows, policy support, and the external environment, and discusses the sustainability of the rally.

McKesson outlines fiscal 2027 adjusted EPS of $44.20 to $45.00 while planning $5B in share repurchases (NYSE:MCK)
McKesson (MCK) Q1 FY2027 earnings call: raised EPS guide to $44.20â$45.00, strong revenue, GLP-1 trends, Wellverse spinoffâread now.

Gold Pulls Back After Record Highs: Are Bulls Losing Steam? Derivatives Market Signals
Analyzing the technical and capital factors behind gold's sharp reversal, exploring the tug-of-war between safe-haven demand and profit-taking, interpreting derivatives positioning shifts, and outlook for gold's next move.

Hang Seng Index Rallies for Third Day, Reclaims 18,000 as Tech Giants Lead Hong Kong Stocks Higher
Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index rose for a third consecutive session, reclaiming the 18,000-point level, driven by tech heavyweights Tencent and Alibaba. Southbound capital inflows persist, but analysts caution on profit-taking and policy signals.

Block Raises 2026 Outlook, says AI Touches Nearly All Code
Block raised its full-year outlook after strong second-quarter results from Cash App and Square, while revealing AI now writes or reviews nearly all production code changes.

Warner Music targets 50% to 60% operating cash flow conversion as Apple deal extends PSM increases into Q4 (NASDAQ:WMG)
Warner Music Group (WMG) Q3 2026 earnings call recap: streaming growth, Apple renewal, margins, cash flow and AI licensing outlook.

Gold Price Pulls Back After Record High: Is the Bull Market's Foundation Shaking? Key Support Levels and Derivatives Strategies
Gold futures hit a record high before a sharp pullback, raising concerns about the bull market's end. This article analyzes the correction from a derivatives perspective, examines the impact of real rates and risk sentiment, and outlines key support levels and hedging strategies.

Hong Kong Stock Connect Expansion Imminent: Southbound Funds Rush into New Targets, Mid- and Small-Cap Stocks Get a Boost
As the expansion of the Stock Connect program is about to take effect, southbound funds are accelerating their purchases of newly included mid- and small-cap stocks, with technology, healthcare, and consumer sectors favored. This article analyzes the impact on capital flows and individual stock catalysts, and explores investment opportunities and risks.

Binance Launches GIGADEVUSDT Perpetual Contract: New USDT-Margined Option and Market Impact Analysis
Binance Futures will list the GIGADEVUSDT USDT-margined perpetual contract on August 3, 2026. This article analyzes the new contract's features, market context, and potential impact on traders, helping you seize derivative investment opportunities.

ZipRecruiter forecasts Q3 revenue $121M amid 13% adjusted EBITDA margin target (NYSE:ZIP)
ZipRecruiter (ZIP) Q2 2026 earnings call: revenue +5% to $118.1M, AI-led product gains, Q3 guidance, and note buybackâread the key takeaways.

Gold Futures Net Longs Hit 3-Month High Amid Shifting Fed Rate Cut Bets; Short-Term Pullback Risks Loom
CFTC data shows gold futures net long positions at a three-month high, coinciding with fluctuating Fed rate cut expectations. This article analyzes positioning structure, short-term correction risks, and key drivers ahead, offering insights for derivatives traders.

Hang Seng Index V-Shaped Rebound Gains 1.2%, Southbound Capital Exceeds HK$10 Billion as Domestic and Foreign Investors Intensify Battle
Hong Kong stocks saw a sharp V-shaped reversal on Tuesday, with the Hang Seng Index closing up 1.2% in the morning session. Southbound capital net buying surpassed HK$10 billion, highlighting the growing influence of mainland investors and intensifying the tug-of-war with foreign funds.

Crypto firm RedotPay says it will defend itself ‘vigorously’ against Binance lawsuit
Executives allege that RedotPay violated partnership terms by using Binance Pay funds to power its own prepaid crypto cards.
