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Arbitrum-based AFX Trade drained of $24 million after bridge keys compromised
Security firms said the attacker used enough hot-validator signatures to approve a 24.15 million USDC withdrawal, while Arbitrum said its native bridge was not affected.
Coastal Financial CFO steps down, former CFO appointed to interim post (CCB:NASDAQ)
Coastal Financial (CCB) said that executive VP and CFO Brandon Soto will step down effective August 15, 2026.
Gold Price Correction After Record High: Technical Analysis, CFTC Data, and Fed Policy Divergence Shape Derivatives Strategy
Gold futures are volatile after a record high, with institutions divided on Fed policy. This article analyzes correction depth and outlook from technical support, CFTC positioning, and bullish vs. bearish debates, offering strategy insights for derivatives traders.
XRP price news: Whales accumulate as small holders capitulate
XRP whales and sharks add 2.8% more coins while micro-wallets dump 5.2%, reinforcing the bullish case behind the token’s rebound above $1.16, according to Santiment.
Teck Resources beats top-line and bottom-line estimates; reaffirms FY26 outlook
Teck Resources press release (TECK): Q2 Non-GAAP EPS of C$1.93 beats by C$0.52. Revenue of C$3.61B (+78.7% Y/Y) beats by C$210M. Adjusted EBITDA of C$2.2 billion in Q2 2026 was C$1.5 billion
OPEC+ Output Hike Rumors Intensify Crude Oil Futures Battle: Inventory, Geopolitics, and Options Volatility Analysis
OPEC+ production increase rumors and inventory data pressure crude oil futures, while geopolitical risks provide support. Implied options volatility surges as bulls and bears diverge. This article analyzes short-term oil price trends and trading strategies from a derivatives perspective.
Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index Rallies for Third Straight Day, Tech Sector Led by Tencent and Alibaba
Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index extended its rebound for a third consecutive session, driven by the tech sector with heavyweights Tencent and Alibaba leading gains. This article analyzes the momentum behind the rally, reasons for tech stock outperformance, and market sentiment, while looking ahead to future trends.
Citadel Securities Invests $400 Million in Crypto.com: Institutional Crypto Adoption Accelerates
Market maker giant Citadel Securities has invested $400 million in Crypto.com, signaling a major step in the convergence of traditional finance and crypto. The deal boosts Crypto.com's credibility and liquidity, while highlighting growing institutional interest.
Air Canada ratifies new 4-year collective pact with IAMAW (ACDVF:OTCMKTS)
Air Canada ratifies a 4-year IAMAW labor deal covering 11,000 tech ops and maintenance staff, marking 6 union agreements in 2026âread the details now.
Gold Hits Record High as Options Implied Volatility Surges: Geopolitical and Fed Policy-Driven Derivatives Strategies
Gold prices have reached a historic high, with options implied volatility spiking amid geopolitical tensions and Fed rate cut expectations. This article explores the drivers and trading strategies for derivatives.
Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index Rallies for Three Consecutive Days: Tencent and Alibaba Lead Tech Sector Surge – Capital Flow Analysis
The Hang Seng Index has rebounded for three straight sessions, driven by tech heavyweights Tencent and Alibaba, with southbound capital inflows accelerating. This article reviews the rally, analyzes capital flows and market sentiment shifts, and explores key variables for the outlook.
SEC Pays $150,000 Settle Coinbase FOIA Suit
The SEC will pay Coinbase $150,000 to resolve a lawsuit over missing internal records, including former Chair Gary Gensler’s deleted text messages.
Liberty Energy Declares $0.09 Quarterly Dividend, Signaling Shareholder Returns
Liberty Energy announces a $0.09 per share quarterly dividend, interpreted by the market as a sign of improved cash flow and management confidence. This article analyzes dividend sustainability, industry comparisons, and investment implications.
Gold and Oil Rally in Tandem: Commodity Derivatives Market Heats Up
This article analyzes the geopolitical and supply-demand factors behind the synchronized rise in gold and crude oil prices, explores changes in futures and options positions, and explains the drivers behind the increased activity in commodity derivatives markets.
Tencent and Alibaba Earnings Loom: Can Hong Kong Stocks Break Out? Tech Giants' Catalysts Analyzed
As Tencent and Alibaba prepare to release quarterly results, the market eyes a potential boost for the Hang Seng Index. This article analyzes earnings expectations, market sentiment, and risk factors for a possible breakout.
AFX Protocol Hit by Reported $24M Bridge Exploit
Blockchain security firms reported a $24.15 million exploit targeting an AFX Protocol bridge, with investigations ongoing.
Sands China EBITDA Target of $700M; Singapore Marina Bay Sands Expansion to Open in Early 2031
Las Vegas Sands sets a quarterly EBITDA target of $700 million for Macau and confirms the Marina Bay Sands expansion in Singapore is on track for an early 2031 opening, highlighting a dual-engine growth strategy.
Copper Hits Yearly High: Supply-Demand Gap Ignites Bull Run, Green Energy Demand and Mine Disruptions Fuel Rally
Copper futures break through key resistance as global mine outages and surging green energy demand create a supply deficit, with bullish positions surging and prices poised to climb further.
Hang Seng Index Falls Below 22,000 as Tech Stocks Lead Decline: Hong Kong Market Outlook Dims
The Hang Seng Index plunged over 2%, breaching the key 22,000 level, with tech heavyweights like Tencent and Alibaba leading the sell-off. This article analyzes the causes, market sentiment, and future outlook, highlighting policy and liquidity risks.
Crypto PAC Pours $1M into Michigan Democratic Primary Race
Representative Shri Thanedar will face Donavan McKinney in Michigan’s 13th district primary next month, with ads funded by the crypto industry potentially swaying voters.
