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The AI Trade Has Evolved Beyond Nvidia: 3-Minutes MLIV | stocknewsapi |
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Anna Edwards, Guy Johnson, Tom Mackenzie and Mark Cudmore break down today's key themes for analysts and investors on "Bloomberg: The Opening Trade." Chapters: 00:00:00 - MLIV 00:00:14 - Nvidia 00:01:34 - Japan 00:02:35 - Geopolitics -------- More on Bloomberg Television and Markets Like this video?
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Seatrium Limited (SMBMY) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript | stocknewsapi |
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The Honest Company, Inc. (HNST) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript | stocknewsapi |
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Piraeus Bank 2025 net profit stable on strong loan expansion, fee income | stocknewsapi |
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ATHENS, Feb 26 (Reuters) - Piraeus Bank, Greece's third-largest lender by market value, on Thursday reported marginally higher net earnings for 2025 on strong loan expansion and fee income.
The bank reported net earnings of 1.07 billion euros ($1.26 billion) in the full year 2025, compared with 1.06 billion euros in 2024. The Week in Breakingviews newsletter offers insights and ideas from Reuters' global financial commentary team. Sign up here. Piraeus' loan portfolio increased by 11% year on year to 37.3 billion euros, exceeding the annual target for 2025, Chief Executive Officer Christos Megalou said in a statement. The bank's net interest income was 1.9 billion euros, 10% down year on year. Non-performing exposure ratio was 2.0% at the end of December, down from 2.6% a year earlier. Greek banks have seen their net interest income fall due to the decline in interest rates in the euro zone, prompting them to try and diversify income sources by expanding wealth management and insurance businesses. ($1 = 0.8465 euros) Reporting by Lefteris Papadimas; Editing by Alison Williams and Louise Heavens Our Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles., opens new tab |
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Engie shares jump on $14 billion UK power grid deal | stocknewsapi |
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PARIS, Feb 26 - Shares in French utility Engie (ENGIE.PA), opens new tab hit their highest since September 2009 on Thursday, after the company announced it would buy UK Power Networks from Hong Kong-listed CK Infrastructure Holdings (1038.HK), opens new tab for 10.5 billion pounds ($14.21 billion), its largest acquisition to date. Shares were up 7% at 29.49 euros at 0838 GMT, heading for their biggest single-day rise since March 2022. The Reuters Power Up newsletter provides everything you need to know about the global energy industry. Sign up here. The acquisition is transformational for Engie, which was the only major utility without an electricity network in Europe, as countries push their transport and industrial sectors to electrify in an attempt to build out renewable power and use less oil and gas. The price paid by Engie implies a multiple of 1.5 times the regulated asset value of UKPN. This is in line with other transactions in the sector, but is lower than the reported level KKR and Macquarie offered in 2022. "In our view, this is a strategic and positive step, particularly as the valuation appears reasonable by comparison, especially prior to the sector's rally over the past year," Alpha Value analyst Pierre-Alexandre Ramondenc said in a note. Jefferies analysts called the deal very positive for diversifying the business and reducing Engie's exposure to fluctuating natural gas prices. Engie said Bank of America, BNP Paribas and Rothschild advised the company on the deal. ($1 = 0.7391 pounds) Reporting by America Hernandez in Paris, Andres Gonzales Estebaran in London. Editing by Louise Heavens Our Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles., opens new tab |
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Nvidia posts blockbuster quarter but markets remain cautious | stocknewsapi |
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Amid continuing A.I.-related jitters, Nvidia posts another set of stellar quarterly results but Salesforce disappoints with revenue forecasts coming in below analysts' expectations.
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Best Growth Stocks to Buy for February 26th | stocknewsapi |
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Here are three stocks with buy ranks and strong growth characteristics for investors to consider today, February 26:
Western Digital Corporation (WDC - Free Report) : This data storage solutions provider carries a Zacks Rank #1, and has witnessed the Zacks Consensus Estimate for its current year earnings increasing 17% over the last 60 days. Western Digital has a PEG ratio of 0.59 compared with 1.32 for the industry. The company possesses a Growth Score of B. Sanmina Corporation (SANM - Free Report) : This integrated manufacturing solutions and components, products and repair company carriesa Zacks Rank #1, and has witnessed the Zacks Consensus Estimate for its current year earnings increasing 4.4% over the last 60 days. Sanmina has a PEG ratio of 0.61 compared with 1.44 for the industry. The company possesses a Growth Score of A. Ralph Lauren Corporation (RL - Free Report) : This lifestyle brand company carries a Zacks Rank #1, and has witnessed the Zacks Consensus Estimate for its current year earnings increasing 6.3% over the last 60 days. Ralph Lauren Corporation has a PEG ratio of 1.46 compared with 2.10 for the industry. The company possesses a Growth Score of A. See the full list of top-ranked stocks here. Learn more about the Growth score and how it is calculated here. |
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Hikma Pharma tumbles on softer guidance as buyback fails to soften pill | stocknewsapi |
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Hikma Pharmaceuticals PLC shares fell almost 16% to 1,390p after the drugs group delivered results for 2025 in line with forecasts but disappointed with weaker than expected guidance for 2026.
Executive chair Said Darwazah will become full-time chief executive for the next two years, with current chief financial officer Khalid Nabilsi becoming deputy chief executive with responsibility for North America and Europe. Group finance chief Areb Kurdi will serve as acting chief financial officer while a search for a permanent CFO is underway. Revenue rose 7% to £3.3 billion, while operating profit fell 11% to £542 million, reflecting margin pressure despite the increase in sales. Injectables revenues rose 7%, in line with guidance of 7-9%. Generics were flat, as guided, while Branded grew 10%, ahead of its 6-7% target. Results were broadly in line with expectations at group level, with revenues, operating profit and adjusted earnings per share matching expectations, sweetened with a new $250 million share buyback for 2026. However, attention was more on 2026 for investors, it seemed, as the company guided to group revenue growth of 2-4%, below consensus expectations of 5.6%. Injectables growth is expected to be in the low single digits, well below the 8% pencilled in by the market. Margin guidance also missed, with Injectables EBIT margin is seen at 27-28%, materially below the consensus forecast of 30.5% and prior guidance of around 30%. The group has also withdrawn prior mid term guidance for Injectables and the wider business. Analyst Seb Jantet at Panmure Liberum said: "What Hikma needed was a reassuring set of results but that isn’t what the company delivered this morning. "While FY25 was in line with expectations, the guidance for FY26E was disappointing, particularly in Injectables and it likely to trigger circa 5% downgrades to consensus numbers." The buyback, seen as a way to soften the pill of guidance and changes to the management team, "is unlikely to be enough to stabilise the share price", Jantet said. |
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Sila Realty Trust: AFFO Headwinds Likely Easing As Growth Drivers Line Up (Rating Upgrade) | stocknewsapi |
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Wall Street sets Lucid stock price target for the next 12 months | stocknewsapi |
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The past twenty-four hours have been quite eventful for Lucid (NASDAQ: LCID), with multiple Wall Street firms weighing in on the electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer following the latest earnings report.
Fourth-quarter revenue came in at $522.7 million, above the consensus estimates of roughly $446 million and up 123% year over year from the same period in 2024. However, while Lucid improved its fiscal 2025 gross margin by about 42%, profitability remains under significant pressure, with gross margins still deeply negative over the past year. Accordingly, market analysts remain cautious in their predictions. For instance, Cantor Fitzgerald trimmed its Lucid stock from $21 to $14 on Wednesday, February 25, while reiterating a ‘Neutral’ rating. On the same day, Baird dropped its own forecast from $14 to $13 and rated the stock a ‘Hold.’ Cantor also cited reduced production outlook, negative gross margins, and additional capital requirements as further headwinds and reasons for the lower price target. Of course, Lucid’s softer-than-anticipated production outlook did not help either, as the management is guiding for 25,000 to 27,000 vehicles in 2026, a range Cantor Fitzgerald described as “mildly disappointing.” “Our ‘Neutral’ rating is unchanged, and we lower our PT to $14, driven by lower production guidance, persistently high negative gross margins, additional capital needs, a worsening macro environment, and tariff uncertainty,” the Cantor note read. Analysts not optimistic about Lucid stock Meanwhile, although maintaining their $17 LCID price target and ‘Hold’ rating, Stifel called the results “modestly negative for the shares.” The firm noted that while fourth-quarter revenue of $522.7 million topped their estimate by 7.9%, profitability metrics were materially weaker than expected. Gross loss at $421.9 million and adjusted EBITDA at negative $874.7 million, for instance, were significantly worse than the expected negative $290.6 million and negative $460.1 million. Like Cantor, Stifel attributed the miss to ongoing tariff pressures and elevated operating expenses. Certainly, the most bearish reaction to the earnings report was that of Morgan Stanley. Namely, the investment bank reiterated its ‘Sell’ rating with a Lucid share price target of $10, which is currently the lowest of the seven Wall Street predictions recorded over the past three months on TipRanks. Twelve-month Lucid stock price target. Source: TipRanks Nonetheless, the same market analysis platform suggests that analysts still collectively see Lucid shares going up more than 36% over the next twelve months, as the average price target sits at $14. It must be noted, though, that the stock has not a single ‘Buy’ rating, as six analysts have dubbed it a ‘Hold’ and one a ‘Sell.’ Featured image via Shutterstock |
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Why Nvidia's Jensen Huang thinks the market got it wrong on software companies | stocknewsapi |
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Jensen Huang says the market has it wrong on software. Photo: Patrick T. Fallon/Agence France-Presse/Getty ImagesThere’s at least one executive in the artificial intelligence space who doesn’t think AI will cannibalize software companies: Nvidia’s Jensen Huang. “I think the markets got it wrong,” Huang told CNBC after Nvidia’s NVDA fourth-quarter results. About the Author Steven Goldstein is based in London and responsible for MarketWatch's coverage of financial markets in Europe, with a particular focus on global macro and commodities. Previously, he was Washington bureau chief, directing MarketWatch's economic, political and regulatory coverage. Follow Steve on Twitter: @MKTWgoldstein. Partner Center |
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We asked DeepSeek AI what will be Nvidia stock price at end of 2026 | stocknewsapi |
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While the after-hours in the wake of Nvidia’s (NASDAQ: NVDA) latest earnings report – published late on February 25, 2026 – failed to be genuinely decisive, the filing was sufficient for DeepSeek, China’s most prominent artificial intelligence (AI) model, to take a highly optimistic stance.
Specifically, the semiconductor giant’s report showed that the company not only beat the revenue forecast – it reported $68.13 billion instead of $66.21 billion – but also set its sights at $78 billion in the first quarter of the new fiscal year. Such a figure not only comes substantially above expectations, but would signal an annual total revenue close to $300 billion for a highly impressive yearly growth. Despite such figures, NVDA stock first spiked in value in the extended session, but soon, possibly as part of a wider early 2026 AI caution, whipsawed to land at $195.92 – about 0.15% above the latest closing price of $195.62. Nvidia stock price 30-day price chart. Source: Google Given the back and forth, Finbold turned to the advanced DeepSeek AI for a prediction for where Nvidia shares might find themselves at the end of 2026. Nvidia stock 2026 DeepSeek analysis As it turned out, DeepSeek was quick to gush over the blue-chip chipmaker’s quarterly results. Indeed, it would appear that the filing and the earnings beat served as the basis for the model’s generally positive assessment. Still, the AI swiftly expanded its parameters, noting other bullish factors such as the launch of the Vera Rubin architecture in the second half (H2) of 2026 and the emergence of lucrative ‘infrastructure financing’ deals. Regarding Vera Rubin, DeepSeek explained that it represents an important drive in boosting inference capability, noting it is a substantial improvement and change from Blackwell, whose role the platform described as ‘catching up on training capacity.’ Reflecting on the late January and early February big tech turbulence, the AI opined that it merely helped reinforce the Nvidia stock bull case. Specifically, the advanced model stated that, having held $180 during the latest downturn, NVDA shares have drawn a ‘line in the sand’ significantly above its next critical level: the 200-day moving average of $168. DeepSeel AI analyzes key factors for Nvidia stock in 2026. Source: Finbold & DeepSeek Elsewhere, DeepSeek’s selection of limiting factors was, in comparison, tame. It noted the uncertainty regarding China, though Nvidia claims it had secured export agreements for some of its less advanced chips, potentially significantly chipping away at the issue. Perhaps more importantly, the AI noted the rise of application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) as a possible systemic risk, though it ultimately noted that, rather than a significant headwind, they might signal an end to ‘easy money.’ DeepSeek AI sets Nvidia stock price for end of 2026 Lastly, despite predicting an end of ‘easy money’ for Nvidia, DeepSeek opted for a highly bullish 2026 NVDA stock price forecast of $280. If met, this target would mean the semiconductor giant’s equity rallied 43% between press time on February 26 and December 31. DeepSeek sets late 2026 Nvidia stock price forecast. Source: Finbold & DeepSeek For comparison, Nvidia shares rose about 50% within the same timeframe in 2025. Furthermore, should the price target be reached, the blue-chip chipmaker would see its market capitalization soar to an unprecedented $6.8 trillion. Featured image via Shutterstock |
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8x8 and KCOM Bring Carrier-Grade Reliability to UK Enterprise Communications | stocknewsapi |
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LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Enterprise and public sector organizations across the UK can now access secure, high-availability unified communications and contact center services through a new partnership between 8x8, Inc. (NASDAQ: EGHT), a leading global business communications platform provider, and KCOM, a leading UK carrier and connectivity provider.
The partnership combines KCOM’s carrier-grade infrastructure with the integrated 8x8 Platform for CX, delivering voice, collaboration, contact center, and AI-powered capabilities on a single cloud platform. Running on KCOM’s infrastructure, customers benefit from greater control, performance, and resilience – eliminating reliance on third-party carrier connectivity. For KCOM, the agreement expands its enterprise portfolio with a fully integrated, end-to-end solution that brings together network, communications, and customer experience in one platform. Reliability, security and trustworthiness “For carriers such as KCOM, reliability, security, and customer trust are non-negotiable,” said Jamie Snaddon, GVP, Managing Director of EMEA at 8x8, Inc. “By combining KCOM’s network expertise with 8x8’s unified communications and contact center platform, we’re delivering an end-to-end solution that helps organizations support their customers, modernize their operations, and innovate with confidence.” KCOM supports approximately 8,000 enterprise customers across the public and private sectors, including critical national infrastructure such as hospitals and emergency services, where reliability and security are paramount. “Selecting the right partner was critical for us,” said Jan Collins, Managing Director at KCOM Enterprise. “We ran a rigorous tender process and looked across the market for a platform that could meet the needs of our customers, from everyday business communications through to mission-critical contact center environments. 8x8 stood out not only for the strength of its unified communications and contact center platform, but for its cultural alignment and the way our teams have collaborated to bring this partnership to life.” The launch marks the start of joint go-to-market activity between 8x8 and KCOM, including coordinated sales enablement and customer engagement across the UK market. Over the coming year, the partnership will expand KCOM’s contact center offerings and support a broader range of enterprise and public-sector use cases, including AI-powered customer engagement. About 8x8, Inc. 8x8, Inc. (NASDAQ: EGHT) connects people and organizations through seamless communication on the industry's most integrated platform for Customer Experience – combining Contact Center, Unified Communications, and CPaaS solutions. The 8x8® Platform for CX integrates AI at every level to enable personalized customer journeys, drive operational excellence and insights, and facilitate team collaboration. As a business communications leader, the company helps customer experience and IT leaders around the world become the heartbeat of their organizations, empowering them to unlock the potential of every interaction. For additional information, visit www.8x8.com, or follow 8x8 on LinkedIn, X, and Facebook. About KCOM KCOM is a UK-based communications and connectivity provider, delivering carrier-grade network, voice and digital services to businesses, public-sector organizations and communities. With its own network infrastructure and a strong presence across Hull, East Yorkshire and North Lincolnshire, KCOM supports thousands of enterprise customers, including critical national infrastructure. For more information, visit www.kcom.com. Copyright 2025 8x8, Inc. 8x8 and associated brand assets are trademarks of 8x8, Inc. All rights reserved. More News From 8x8, Inc. |
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iQIYI Announces Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2025 Financial Results | stocknewsapi |
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BEIJING, China, Feb. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- iQIYI, Inc. (Nasdaq: IQ) (“iQIYI” or the “Company”), a leading provider of online entertainment video services in China, today announced its unaudited financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2025.
Fourth Quarter 2025 Highlights Total revenues were RMB6.79 billion (US$971.6 million1), increasing 3% year over year.Operating income was RMB55.4 million (US$7.9 million) and operating income margin was 1%, compared to operating income of RMB285.4 million and operating income margin of 4% in the same period in 2024.Non-GAAP operating income2 was RMB143.5 million (US$20.5 million) and non-GAAP operating income margin was 2%, compared to non-GAAP operating income of RMB405.9 million and non-GAAP operating income margin of 6% in the same period in 2024.Net loss attributable to iQIYI was RMB5.8 million (US$0.8 million), compared to net loss attributable to iQIYI of RMB189.4 million in the same period in 2024.Non-GAAP net income attributable to iQIYI2 was RMB109.7 million (US$15.7 million), compared to non-GAAP net loss attributable to iQIYI of RMB58.8 million in the same period in 2024. Fiscal Year 2025 Highlights Total revenues were RMB27.29 billion (US$3.90 billion), decreasing 7% from 2024.Operating income was RMB229.3 million (US$32.8 million) and operating income margin was 1%, compared to operating income of RMB1.81 billion and operating income margin of 6% in 2024.Non-GAAP operating income was RMB638.9 million (US$91.4 million) and non-GAAP operating income margin was 2%, compared to non-GAAP operating income of RMB2.36 billion and non-GAAP operating income margin of 8% in 2024.Net loss attributable to iQIYI was RMB206.3 million (US$29.5 million), compared to net income attributable to iQIYI of RMB764.1 million in 2024.Non-GAAP net income attributable to iQIYI was RMB280.6 million (US$40.1 million), compared to non-GAAP net income attributable to iQIYI of RMB1.51 billion in 2024. “In the fourth quarter, our IP-centric strategy reinforced user engagement and market leadership, and we delivered improved financial performance, with total revenues growing both annually and sequentially,” commented Mr. Yu Gong, Founder, Director, and Chief Executive Officer of iQIYI. “Heading into 2026, we will fortify our domestic core by advancing content excellence and strengthening our membership and advertising businesses, accelerate breakthroughs across our overseas and experience businesses, and harness AI to cultivate a thriving content ecosystem enriched by AIGC.” “Our emerging businesses are shaping new growth engines. Notably, our overseas business maintained strong growth momentum, achieving record top-line performance in the fourth quarter. Additionally, the recent opening of our first iQIYI LAND garnered positive initial feedback and marked an important milestone for our experience business. We look forward to these emerging businesses contributing to long-term value creation,” commented Ms. Ying Zeng, Interim Chief Financial Officer of iQIYI. Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2025 Financial Highlights Three Months EndedYear Ended(Amounts in thousands of Renminbi (“RMB”), except for per ADS data, unaudited) December 31, September 30, December 31, December 31, December 31, 2024 2025 2025 2024 2025 RMB RMB RMB RMB RMBTotal revenues 6,613,417 6,682,385 6,794,198 29,225,238 27,291,300 Operating income/(loss) 285,436 (121,809) 55,395 1,811,203 229,315 Operating income/(loss) (non-GAAP) 405,907 (21,856) 143,515 2,361,730 638,872 Net income/(loss)attributable to iQIYI, Inc. (189,355) (248,932) (5,816) 764,059 (206,311)Net income/(loss) attributable to iQIYI, Inc. (non-GAAP) (58,779) (148,180) 109,668 1,512,247 280,560 Diluted net income/(loss) per ADS (0.20) (0.26) (0.01) 0.79 (0.21)Diluted net income/(loss) per ADS (non-GAAP)2 (0.06) (0.15) 0.11 1.56 0.29 Footnotes: [1] Unless otherwise noted, RMB to USD was converted at an exchange rate of RMB6.9931 as of December 31, 2025, as set forth in the H.10 statistical release of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System. Translations are provided solely for the convenience of the reader. [2] Non-GAAP measures are defined in the Non-GAAP Financial Measures section (see also “Reconciliations of Non-GAAP Financial Measures to the Nearest Comparable GAAP Measures” for more details). Fourth Quarter 2025 Financial Results Total revenues reached RMB6.79 billion (US$971.6 million), increasing 3% year over year. Membership services revenue was RMB4.11 billion (US$587.1 million), flat year over year. Online advertising services revenue was RMB1.35 billion (US$193.4 million), decreasing 6% year over year, as some advertisers adjusted their advertising and promotion strategies in response to macro pressures. Content distribution revenue was RMB787.7 million (US$112.6 million), increasing 94% year over year, primarily driven by the increase in cash transactions. Other revenues were RMB547.9 million (US$78.3 million), decreasing 18% year over year, primarily due to the alteration of certain business cooperation arrangement. Cost of revenues was RMB5.38 billion (US$768.8 million), increasing 8% year over year. Content costs as a component of cost of revenues were RMB3.83 billion (US$548.1 million), increasing 11% year over year. The increase in content cost was mainly attributable to a more robust lineup of original dramas this quarter. Selling, general and administrative expenses were RMB946.2 million (US$135.3 million), increasing 7% year over year. The increase was primarily driven by higher marketing spending. Research and development expenses were RMB416.5 million (US$59.6 million), decreasing 8% year over year, primarily attributable to the decrease in personnel-related expenses. Operating income was RMB55.4 million (US$7.9 million), compared to operating income of RMB285.4 million in the same period in 2024. Operating income margin was 1%, compared to operating income margin of 4% in the same period in 2024. Non-GAAP operating income was RMB143.5 million (US$20.5 million), compared to non-GAAP operating income of RMB405.9 million in the same period in 2024. Non-GAAP operating income margin was 2%, compared to non-GAAP operating income margin of 6% in the same period in 2024. Total other expense was RMB27.2 million (US$3.9 million), decreasing 94% year over year, primarily due to the fluctuation of exchange rate between the Renminbi and the U.S. dollar. Income before income taxes was RMB28.2 million (US$4.0 million), compared to loss before income taxes of RMB180.8 million in the same period in 2024. Income tax expense was RMB35.8 million (US$5.1 million), compared to income tax expense of RMB6.2 million in the same period in 2024. Net loss attributable to iQIYI was RMB5.8 million (US$0.8 million), compared to net loss attributable to iQIYI of RMB189.4 million in the same period in 2024. Diluted net loss attributable to iQIYI per ADS was RMB0.01 (US$0.00) for the fourth quarter of 2025, compared to diluted net loss attributable to iQIYI per ADS of RMB0.20 in the same period of 2024. Non-GAAP net income attributable to iQIYI was RMB109.7 million (US$15.7 million), compared to non-GAAP net loss attributable to iQIYI of RMB58.8 million in the same period in 2024. Non-GAAP diluted net income attributable to iQIYI per ADS was RMB0.11 (US$0.02), compared to non-GAAP diluted net loss attributable to iQIYI per ADS of RMB0.06 in the same period of 2024. Net cash provided by operating activities was RMB47.2 million (US$6.7 million), compared to net cash provided by operating activities of RMB519.0 million in the same period of 2024. Free cash flow was RMB26.8 million (US$3.8 million), compared to free cash flow of RMB498.1 million in the same period of 2024. As of December 31, 2025, the Company had cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash, short-term investments and long-term restricted cash included in prepayments and other assets of RMB4.69 billion (US$671.0 million). In October 2025, the Company entered into another facility agreement with PAG which provides PAG with an additional loan facility of US$114.1 million, carrying an interest rate of 4.5% per annum. In connection with this loan facility, PAG released all remaining restricted cash collateralized by the Company under its convertible senior notes previously issued to PAG. As of December 31, 2025, the Company had an aggregate loan of US$636.6 million to PAG, recorded under the line item of prepayments and other assets. Fiscal Year 2025 Financial Results Total revenues were RMB27.29 billion (US$3.90 billion), decreasing 7% from 2024. Membership services revenue was RMB16.81 billion (US$2.40 billion), decreasing 5% from 2024, primarily due to a lighter content slate. Online advertising services revenue was RMB5.19 billion (US$742.6 million), decreasing 9% from 2024, as some advertisers adjusted their advertising and promotion strategies in response to macro pressures. Content distribution revenue was RMB2.50 billion (US$357.1 million), decreasing 12% from 2024, primarily due to the decrease in barter transactions. Other revenues were RMB2.79 billion (US$399.4 million), decreasing 4% from 2024, primarily due to the alteration of certain business cooperation arrangement. Cost of revenues was RMB21.54 billion (US$3.08 billion), decreasing 2% from 2024. Content costs as a component of cost of revenues were RMB15.45 billion (US$2.21 billion), decreasing 2% from 2024. Selling, general and administrative expenses were RMB3.86 billion (US$551.5 million), increasing 5% from 2024, primarily driven by higher marketing spending. Research and development expenses were RMB1.66 billion (US$237.8 million), decreasing 6% from 2024, primarily attributable to the decrease in personnel-related expenses. Operating income was RMB229.3 million (US$32.8 million), compared to operating income of RMB1.81 billion in the 2024. Operating income margin was 1%, compared to operating income margin of 6% in 2024. Non-GAAP operating income was RMB638.9 million (US$91.4 million), compared to non-GAAP operating income of RMB2.36 billion in the 2024. Non-GAAP operating income margin was 2%, compared to non-GAAP operating income margin of 8% in 2024. Total other expense was RMB288.8 million (US$41.3 million), decreasing 70% from 2024. The year over year variance was primarily due to the fluctuation of exchange rate between the Renminbi and the U.S. dollar, less interest expense and decrease in impairment provision. Loss before income taxes was RMB59.5 million (US$8.5 million), compared to income before income taxes of RMB851.7 million in 2024. Income tax expense was RMB144.5 million (US$20.7 million), compared to income tax expense of RMB61.1 million in 2024. Net loss attributable to iQIYI was RMB206.3 million (US$29.5 million), compared to net income attributable to iQIYI of RMB764.1 million in 2024. Diluted net loss attributable to iQIYI per ADS was RMB0.21 (US$0.03) for 2025, compared to diluted net income attributable to iQIYI per ADS of RMB0.79 in 2024. Non-GAAP net income attributable to iQIYI was RMB280.6 million (US$40.1 million), compared to net income attributable to iQIYI of RMB1.51 billion in 2024. Non-GAAP diluted net income attributable to iQIYI per ADS was RMB0.29 (US$0.04), compared to non-GAAP diluted net income attributable to iQIYI per ADS of RMB1.56 in 2024. Net cash provided by operating activities was RMB105.8 million (US$15.1 million), compared to net cash provided by operating activities of RMB2.11 billion in 2024. Free cash flow was RMB10.0 million (US$1.4 million), compared to free cash flow of RMB2.03 billion in 2024. Conference Call Information iQIYI’s management will hold an earnings conference call at 6:30 AM on February 26, 2026, U.S. Eastern Time (7:30 PM on February 26, 2026, Beijing Time). Please register in advance of the conference using the link provided below. Upon registering, you will be provided with participant dial-in numbers, passcode and unique access PIN by a calendar invite. Participant Online Registration: https://s1.c-conf.com/diamondpass/10052620-8j25st.html It will automatically direct you to the registration page of " iQIYI Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2025 Earnings Conference Call", where you may fill in your details for RSVP. In the 10 minutes prior to the call start time, you may use the conference access information (including dial-in number(s), passcode and unique access PIN) provided in the calendar invite that you have received following your pre-registration. A telephone replay of the call will be available after the conclusion of the conference call through March 5, 2026. Dial-in numbers for the replay are as follows: International Dial-in +1 855 883 1031 Passcode: 10052620 A live and archived webcast of the conference call will be available at http://ir.iqiyi.com/. About iQIYI, Inc. iQIYI, Inc. is a leading provider of online entertainment video services in China. It combines creative talent with technology to foster an environment for continuous innovation and the production of blockbuster content. It produces, aggregates and distributes a wide variety of professionally produced content, as well as a broad spectrum of other video content in a variety of formats. iQIYI distinguishes itself in the online entertainment industry by its leading technology platform powered by advanced AI, big data analytics and other core proprietary technologies. Over time, iQIYI has built a massive user base and developed a diversified monetization model including membership services, online advertising services, content distribution, online games, talent agency, experience business, etc. Safe Harbor Statement This announcement contains forward-looking statements. These statements are made under the “safe harbor” provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as “will,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “future,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “estimates,” “confident” and similar statements. Among other things, the quotations from management in this announcement, as well as iQIYI's strategic and operational plans, contain forward-looking statements. iQIYI may also make written or oral forward-looking statements in its periodic reports to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, in its annual report to shareholders, in press releases and other written materials and in oral statements made by its officers, directors or employees to third parties. Statements that are not historical facts, including but not limited to statements about iQIYI’s beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. A number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement, including but not limited to the following: iQIYI’s strategies; iQIYI’s future business development, financial condition and results of operations; iQIYI’s ability to retain and increase the number of users, members and advertising customers, and expand its service offerings; competition in the online entertainment industry; changes in iQIYI's revenues, costs or expenditures; Chinese governmental policies and regulations relating to the online entertainment industry, general economic and business conditions globally and in China and assumptions underlying or related to any of the foregoing. Further information regarding these and other risks is included in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. All information provided in this press release and in the attachments is as of the date of the press release, and iQIYI undertakes no duty to update such information, except as required under applicable law. Non-GAAP Financial Measures To supplement iQIYI’s consolidated financial results presented in accordance with GAAP, iQIYI uses the following non-GAAP financial measures: non-GAAP operating income/(loss), non-GAAP operating income/(loss) margin, non-GAAP net income/(loss) attributable to iQIYI, non-GAAP diluted net income/(loss) attributable to iQIYI per ADS and free cash flow. The presentation of the non-GAAP financial measure is not intended to be considered in isolation or as a substitute for the financial information prepared and presented in accordance with GAAP. iQIYI believes that these non-GAAP financial measures provide meaningful supplemental information regarding its operating performance by excluding certain items that may not be indicative of its business operating results, such as operating performance excluding non-cash charges or non-operating in nature. The Company believes that both management and investors benefit from referring to the non-GAAP financial measures in assessing its performance and when planning and forecasting future periods. These non-GAAP financial measures also facilitate management’s internal comparisons to iQIYI’s historical operating performance. The Company believes the non-GAAP financial measures are useful to investors in allowing for greater transparency with respect to supplemental information used by management in its financial and operational decision making. A limitation of using these non-GAAP financial measures is that the non-GAAP measures exclude certain items that have been and will continue to be for the foreseeable future a significant component in the Company’s results of operations. These non-GAAP financial measures presented here may not be comparable to similarly titled measures presented by other companies. Other companies may calculate similarly titled measures differently, limiting their usefulness as comparative measures to the Company’s data. Non-GAAP operating income/(loss) represents operating income/(loss) excluding share-based compensation expenses, amortization of intangible assets resulting from business combinations. Non-GAAP net income/(loss) attributable to iQIYI, Inc. represents net income/(loss) attributable to iQIYI, Inc. excluding share-based compensation expenses, amortization of intangible assets resulting from business combinations, disposal gain or loss, impairment of long-term investments, fair value change of long-term investments, adjusted for related income tax effects. iQIYI’s share of equity method investments for these non-GAAP reconciling items, primarily amortization and impairment of intangible assets not on the investees’ books, accretion of their redeemable non-controlling interests, and the gain or loss associated with the issuance of shares by the investees at a price higher or lower than the carrying value per share, adjusted for related income tax effects, are also excluded. Non-GAAP diluted net income/(loss) per ADS represents diluted net income/(loss) per ADS calculated by dividing non-GAAP net income/(loss) attributable to iQIYI, Inc, by the weighted average number of ordinary shares expressed in ADS. Free cash flow represents net cash provided by operating activities less capital expenditures. For more information, please contact: Investor Relations iQIYI, Inc. [email protected] iQIYI, INC. Condensed Consolidated Statements of Income/(Loss) (In RMB thousands, except for number of shares and per share data) Three Months Ended Year Ended December 31, September 30, December 31, December 31, December 31, 2024 2025 2025 2024 2025 RMB RMB RMB RMB RMB (Unaudited) (Unaudited) (Unaudited) (Unaudited)Revenues: Membership services 4,102,688 4,212,294 4,105,859 17,762,814 16,807,289 Online advertising services 1,433,892 1,240,570 1,352,811 5,714,243 5,193,406 Content distribution 406,642 644,474 787,669 2,846,854 2,497,464 Others 670,195 585,047 547,859 2,901,327 2,793,141 Total revenues 6,613,417 6,682,385 6,794,198 29,225,238 27,291,300 Operating costs and expenses: Cost of revenues (4,994,165) (5,467,033) (5,376,079) (21,953,582) (21,542,347)Selling, general and administrative (882,457) (925,024) (946,184) (3,682,050) (3,856,554)Research and development (451,359) (412,137) (416,540) (1,778,403) (1,663,084)Total operating costs and expenses (6,327,981) (6,804,194) (6,738,803) (27,414,035) (27,061,985)Operating income/(loss) 285,436 (121,809) 55,395 1,811,203 229,315 Other income/(expense): Interest income 75,352 83,326 84,499 271,824 334,360 Interest expenses (235,289) (220,642) (220,278) (1,062,026) (909,616)Foreign exchange gain/(loss), net (310,390) 38,434 65,115 (97,249) 246,249 Share of gains/(losses) from equity method investments 1,749 310 18 17,790 (4,375)Others, net 2,387 13,485 43,491 (89,863) 44,566 Total other income/(expense), net (466,191) (85,087) (27,155) (959,524) (288,816) Income/(loss) before income taxes (180,755) (206,896) 28,240 851,679 (59,501)Income tax expense (6,233) (40,040) (35,757) (61,090) (144,542) Net income/(loss) (186,988) (246,936) (7,517) 790,589 (204,043)Less: Net income/(loss) attributable to noncontrolling interests 2,367 1,996 (1,701) 26,530 2,268 Net income/(loss) attributable to iQIYI, Inc. (189,355) (248,932) (5,816) 764,059 (206,311)Net income/(loss) attributable to ordinary shareholders (189,355) (248,932) (5,816) 764,059 (206,311) Net income/(loss) per share for Class A and Class B ordinary shares: Basic (0.03) (0.04) (0.00) 0.11 (0.03)Diluted (0.03) (0.04) (0.00) 0.11 (0.03) Net income/(loss) per ADS (1 ADS equals 7 Class A ordinary shares): Basic (0.20) (0.26) (0.01) 0.79 (0.21)Diluted (0.20) (0.26) (0.01) 0.79 (0.21) Weighted average number of Class A and Class B ordinary shares used in net income/(loss) per share computation: Basic 6,738,808,989 6,747,637,741 6,753,258,796 6,729,974,821 6,746,355,442 Diluted 6,738,808,989 6,747,637,741 6,753,258,796 6,799,500,149 6,746,355,442 iQIYI, INC. Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (In RMB thousands, except for number of shares and per share data) December 31, December 31, 2024 2025 RMB RMB (Unaudited)ASSETS Current assets: Cash and cash equivalents 3,529,679 4,354,275 Restricted cash - 23,123 Short-term investments 941,610 314,819 Accounts receivable, net 2,191,178 2,522,668 Prepayments and other assets 2,192,928 2,406,222 Amounts due from related parties 283,123 221,681 Licensed copyrights, net 388,718 447,507 Total current assets 9,527,236 10,290,295 Non-current assets: Fixed assets, net 877,982 903,427 Long-term investments 2,108,477 1,773,309 Deferred tax assts, net 23,536 20,773 Licensed copyrights, net 6,930,053 5,962,954 Intangible assets, net 289,861 217,085 Produced content, net 14,707,869 14,578,037 Prepayments and other assets 2,913,919 8,458,312 Operating lease assets 609,832 489,720 Goodwill 3,820,823 3,820,823 Amounts due from related parties 3,950,937 167,000 Total non-current assets 36,233,289 36,391,440 Total assets 45,760,525 46,681,735 LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY Current liabilities: Accounts and notes payable 6,482,209 6,652,432 Amounts due to related parties 3,239,036 3,717,283 Customer advances and deferred revenue 4,403,686 4,160,459 Convertible senior notes, current portion 242,460 1,459,151 Short-term loans 3,786,901 2,493,100 Long-term loans, current portion 167,987 738,391 Operating lease liabilities, current portion 96,675 84,174 Accrued expenses and other liabilities 3,058,379 2,762,317 Total current liabilities 21,477,333 22,067,307 Non-current liabilities: Long-term loans 1,036,835 3,368,876 Convertible senior notes 8,350,570 6,711,948 Amounts due to related parties 59,226 38,192 Operating lease liabilities 461,974 340,256 Other non-current liabilities 1,000,823 846,230 Total non-current liabilities 10,909,428 11,305,502 Total liabilities 32,386,761 33,372,809 Shareholders’ equity: Class A ordinary shares 238 239 Class B ordinary shares 193 193 Additional paid-in capital 55,623,841 56,026,232 Accumulated deficit (43,809,369) (44,015,680)Accumulated other comprehensive income 1,550,523 1,305,542 Non-controlling interests 8,338 (7,600)Total shareholders’ equity 13,373,764 13,308,926 Total liabilities and shareholders' equity 45,760,525 46,681,735 iQIYI, INC.Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows(In RMB thousands, except for number of shares and per share data) Three Months Ended Year Ended December 31, September 30, December 31, December 31, December 31, 2024 2025 2025 2024 2025 RMB RMB RMB RMB RMB (Unaudited) (Unaudited) (Unaudited) (Unaudited) Net cash provided by/(used for) operating activities519,015 (267,581) 47,163 2,110,057 105,801 Net cash provided by/(used for) investing activities(1,2)(895,709) 763,706 (947,000) (2,444,870) (327,435) Net cash provided by/(used for) financing activities114,419 150,809 518,404 (1,370,121) 1,064,434 Effect of exchange rate changes on cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash60,746 (16,074) (10,206) 14,657 (55,393) Net increase/(decrease) in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash(201,529) 630,860 (391,639) (1,690,277) 787,407 Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at the beginning of the period3,791,860 4,138,517 4,769,377 5,280,608 3,590,331 Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at the end of the period3,590,331 4,769,377 4,377,738 3,590,331 4,377,738 Reconciliation of cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash: Cash and cash equivalents3,529,679 3,956,761 4,354,275 3,529,679 4,354,275 Restricted cash- 1,853 23,123 - 23,123 Long-term restricted cash60,652 810,763 340 60,652 340 Total cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash shown in the statements of cash flows3,590,331 4,769,377 4,377,738 3,590,331 4,377,738 Net cash provided by/(used for) operating activities519,015 (267,581) 47,163 2,110,057 105,801 Less: Capital expenditures(2)(20,891) (22,733) (20,413) (79,319) (95,808)Free cash flow498,124 (290,314) 26,750 2,030,738 9,993 (1) Net cash provided by or used for investing activities primarily consists of net cash flows from loans provided to related party, investing in debt securities, purchase of long-term investments and capital expenditures. (2) Capital expenditures are incurred primarily in connection with construction in process, computers and servers. iQIYI, INC. Reconciliations of Non-GAAP Financial Measures to the Nearest Comparable GAAP Measures (Amounts in thousands of Renminbi (“RMB”), except for per ADS information, unaudited) Three Months EndedYear Ended December 31, September 30, December 31, December 31, December 31, 2024 2025 2025 2024 2025 RMB RMB RMB RMB RMB Operating income/(loss)285,436 (121,809) 55,395 1,811,203 229,315 Add: Share-based compensation expenses118,938 98,420 86,587 544,395 403,425 Add: Amortization of intangible assets(1)1,533 1,533 1,533 6,132 6,132 Operating income/(loss) (non-GAAP)405,907 (21,856) 143,515 2,361,730 638,872 Net income/(loss) attributable to iQIYI, Inc.(189,355) (248,932) (5,816) 764,059 (206,311)Add: Share-based compensation expenses118,938 98,420 86,587 544,395 403,425 Add: Amortization of intangible assets(1)1,533 1,533 1,533 6,132 6,132 Add: Disposal loss- - - 22,265 - Add: Impairment of long-term investments14,034 - 9,990 192,613 37,940 Add: Fair value loss/(gain) of long-term investments(3,895) 799 17,374 (16,393) 33,997 Add: Reconciling items on equity method investments(2)- - - - 5,377 Add: Tax effects on non-GAAP adjustments(3)(34) - - (824) - Net income/(loss) attributable to iQIYI, Inc. (non-GAAP)(58,779) (148,180) 109,668 1,512,247 280,560 Diluted net income/(loss) per ADS(0.20) (0.26) (0.01) 0.79 (0.21)Add: Non-GAAP adjustments to earnings per ADS0.14 0.11 0.12 0.77 0.50 Diluted net income/(loss) per ADS (non-GAAP)(0.06) (0.15) 0.11 1.56 0.29 (1) This represents amortization of intangible assets resulting from business combinations. (2) This represents iQIYI’s share of equity method investments for other non-GAAP reconciling items, primarily amortization and impairment of intangible assets not on the investee’s books, accretion of their redeemable noncontrolling interests, and the gain or loss associated with the issuance of shares by the investees at a price higher or lower than the carrying value per share. (3) This represents tax impact of all relevant non-GAAP adjustments. |
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Aurora Mobile to Report Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2025 Financial Results on March 12, 2026 | stocknewsapi |
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February 26, 2026 04:00 ET | Source: Aurora Mobile Limited
SHENZHEN, China, Feb. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aurora Mobile Limited (NASDAQ: JG) (“Aurora Mobile” or the “Company”), a leading provider of customer engagement and marketing technology services in China, today announced that it will release its unaudited financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2025 before the open of U.S. markets on Thursday, March 12, 2026. Aurora Mobile’s management will host an earnings conference call on Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 7:30 a.m. U.S. Eastern Time (7:30 p.m. Beijing time on the same day). All participants must register in advance to join the conference using the link provided below. Please dial in 15 minutes before the call is scheduled to begin. Conference access information will be provided upon registration. Participant Online Registration: https://register-conf.media-server.com/register/BI87806d12692d4023a77b32108d8366ad A live and archived webcast of the conference call will be available on the Investor Relations section of Aurora Mobile’s website at https://ir.jiguang.cn/. About Aurora Mobile Limited Founded in 2011, Aurora Mobile (NASDAQ: JG) is a leading provider of customer engagement and marketing technology services. The Company is dedicated to empowering global enterprises with stable, efficient, and intelligent customer interaction solutions. Leveraging its first-mover advantage in mobile messaging, Aurora Mobile has evolved into a comprehensive platform that integrates Omnichannel Engagement, AI-Driven Marketing, Advanced AI Customer Support, and Frictionless Identity Security. Through its flagship brand EngageLab and its robust AI infrastructure GPTBots.ai, the Company helps businesses achieve seamless customer reach, automate complex marketing journeys, and optimize service efficiency with AI agents, accelerating digital transformation for clients worldwide. For more information, please visit https://ir.jiguang.cn/ For more information, please contact: Aurora Mobile Limited E-mail: [email protected] Christensen Advisory Ms. Xiaoyan Su Phone: +86-10-5900-1548 E-mail: [email protected] |
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Homeland Acquires Historical Data for Cross Bones Uranium Property | stocknewsapi |
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Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - February 26, 2026) - Homeland Uranium Corp. (TSXV: HLU) (OTCQB: HLUCF) (FSE: D3U) ("Homeland" or the "Company") is pleased to update shareholders regarding recent and upcoming corporate activities.
Homeland Acquires Cross Bones Database The Company has acquired an additional historical exploration dataset for the Cross Bones Property from private vendors at a cost of US$13,000. This historical exploration dataset includes 16 drill logs, drill core assays, surface sampling and radiometric surveys that were completed by BlueRock Resources Inc. ("Bluerock") during its 2006-2007 exploration program at what is now the Cross Bones Project. During that time, Bluerock held an option to acquire an interest in the project from Energy Metals Corporation in what was then known as the Skull Creek Project. Included in the data package is the location of dozens of historical drill holes completed on the Cross Bones Property in 1978 by Ashland Minerals. Homeland had already acquired the geological and wireline logs for many of these holes during a previous data purchase (see the Company's news release dated December 10, 2024). Roger Lemaitre, President and Chief Executive Officer of Homeland Uranium, stated, "This data acquisition is a key step in our process of evaluating and developing the Cross Bones Property and will help us move this project forward on a much quicker timeframe than we previously anticipated. Once consolidated with our existing data and the entire package re-interpreted, this data will likely save the Company considerable future exploration costs, as we anticipate much of the historical drilling will not have to be redone." The Company will be reviewing this new data, compiling it with the previously acquired data and will be undertaking a new interpretation of the Cross Bones Property over the next few months, with the objective of permitting, planning and executing a mapping, sampling and initial drilling program at the Cross Bones Property prior to the end of 2026. The Cross Bones Property is located in northwestern Colorado, near the communities of Rangely and Dinosaur, within the northeastern portion of the Colorado Plateau. The Colorado Plateau is a regionally significant uranium province that spans Utah, Colorado, Arizona, and New Mexico and hosts numerous sandstone-hosted uranium deposits. Homeland at the PDAC The Company is pleased to announce that it will be attending the 2026 Prospectors and Developers of Canada Convention from March 1st through March 4th in Toronto, Ontario. Homeland is excited for the opportunity to meet shareholders and investors at our booth (#2623) on the Investors Exchange during all four days of the Convention. Company Announces Milestone Payment The Company announces the issuance of 4,500,000 common shares (the "Milestone Payment Shares") of the Company and the cash payment of US$500,000 to former shareholders of Shift Rare Metals Inc. ("Shift") pursuant to the terms of the Amalgamation Agreement dated August 16, 2024, as amended, among the Company, Shift and 1496946 B.C. Ltd. (the "Amalgamation Agreement") entered into in connection with the Company's reverse-takeover transaction as previously announced February 25, 2025 and March 10, 2025. About Homeland Uranium Corp. Homeland Uranium Corp. is a mineral exploration company focused on becoming a premier US-focused and resource-bearing uranium explorer and developer. The Company is 100% owner of the Coyote Basin and Cross Bones uranium projects in northwestern Colorado. Qualified Person Roger Lemaitre, P.Eng., P.Geo., the Company's President and Chief Executive Officer, is a qualified person as defined in National Instrument 43-101 - Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects, and has reviewed and approved the technical content of this news release. Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements This news release contains "forward-looking statements" and "forward-looking information" (collectively, "forward-looking statements") within the meaning of applicable securities legislation. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements in this news release relate to, among other things: the anticipated benefits from the Cross Bones Property historical dataset, including the expectation that the dataset will assist the Company in moving the Cross Bones Property forward on a quicker timeframe and the belief that the dataset will save the Company on future exploration costs; the undertaking by the Company of a new interpretation of the Cross Bones Property; the Company's objective of permitting, planning and executing a mapping, sampling and initial drilling program at the Cross Bones Property prior to the end of 2026; and the Company's expectations and strategic plans in relation to the exploration of the Company's uranium mineral properties. These forward-looking statements reflect the Company's current views with respect to future events and are necessarily based upon a number of assumptions that, while considered reasonable by the Company, are inherently subject to significant operational, business, economic and regulatory uncertainties and contingencies. These assumptions include, among other things: conditions in general economic and financial markets; accuracy of assay results; geological interpretations from drilling results, timing and amount of capital expenditures; performance of available laboratory and other related services; future operating costs; the historical basis for current estimates of potential quantities and grades of target zones; the availability of skilled labour and no labour related disruptions at any of the Company's operations; no unplanned delays or interruptions in scheduled activities; all necessary permits, licenses and regulatory approvals for operations are received in a timely manner; the ability to secure and maintain title and ownership to properties and the surface rights necessary for operations; and the Company's ability to comply with environmental, health and safety laws. The foregoing list of assumptions is not exhaustive. The Company cautions the reader that forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results and developments to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements contained in this news release and the Company has made assumptions and estimates based on or related to many of these factors. Such factors include, without limitation: the timing and content of work programs; results of exploration activities and development of mineral properties; the interpretation and uncertainties of drilling results and other geological data; receipt, maintenance and security of permits and mineral property titles; environmental and other regulatory risks; project costs overruns or unanticipated costs and expenses; availability of funds; failure to delineate potential quantities and grades of the target zones based on historical data; general market and industry conditions; and those factors identified under the caption "Risks Factors" and "Risks and Uncertainties" in the Company's disclosure materials filed on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca. Forward-looking statements are based on the expectations and opinions of the Company's management on the date the statements are made. The assumptions used in the preparation of such statements, although considered reasonable at the time of preparation, may prove to be imprecise and, as such, readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date the statements were made. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements included in this news release if these beliefs, estimates and opinions or other circumstances should change, except as otherwise required by applicable law. Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release. To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/285426 Source: Homeland Uranium Corp. Ready to Announce with Confidence? 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Humanoid Global Announces Completion of Strategic Investment and Signed Advisory Agreement with HowToRobot, a Global Marketplace for Robotics Solutions | stocknewsapi |
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February 26, 2026 04:00 ET | Source: Humanoid Global Holdings Corp.
– NOT FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES OR THROUGH U.S. NEWSWIRE SERVICES – Vancouver, BC & Frederiksberg, Denmark, Feb. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Humanoid Global Holdings Corp. (“Humanoid Global” or the “Company”) (CSE:ROBO, FWB:0XM1, OTCQB:RBOHF), a publicly traded investment issuer focused on building and accelerating a portfolio of pioneering companies in the humanoid robotics and embodied AI sector, is pleased to announce that it has completed it’s strategic investment in and signed an advisory agreement with HOWTOROBOT HOLDING INC. (“HowToRobot”). Research conducted by HowToRobot indicates that Czech manufacturers are facing significant pressure to adopt automation amid ongoing labour shortages, with approximately 264,000 unfilled roles nationwide, alongside labour costs that have risen 83% since 20161. Together, these dynamics are driving increased demand for automation solutions, particularly among SMEs that have traditionally viewed such technologies as overly complex or cost-prohibitive2. In HowToRobot’s latest financing round, Humanoid Global joined Holman Robotics, LLC (“Holman”), which recently established a dedicated robotics division integrating solution design, flexible financing, and lifecycle asset management to support faster automation deployment and scalable adoption. Holman’s investment creates a collaboration opportunity with HowToRobot to deliver an end-to-end pathway from planning through deployment, with integrated asset management and financing capabilities to support long-term expansion3. “We are pleased to invest alongside Holman in HowToRobot,” said Shahab Samimi, CEO of Humanoid Global. “Their capabilities in structuring and supporting robotics initiatives meaningfully enhance the value delivered to companies pursuing robotics adoption.” The advisory agreement formalizes a consulting and advisory relationship between Humanoid Global and HowToRobot, under which Humanoid Global will serve on HowToRobot’s advisory board and provide strategic guidance on the company’s overall business direction. The agreement shall have an initial term of 2 years and does not provide for any direct monetary compensation, equity issuance, or retainer to Humanoid Global. The arrangement is intended to strengthen the relationship between Humanoid Global and HowToRobot in advancing tailored robotics solutions for Humanoid Global’s portfolio companies. “Companies use HowToRobot’s platform because they want more predictability when investing in automation - lower risk, clearer costs, and a faster path from idea to implementation,” said Søren Peters, CEO of HowToRobot. By reducing the friction in how automation is planned and sourced, we help make adoption more repeatable at scale. That’s also where our work aligns with Humanoid Global’s ambition to support stronger, more connected robotics ecosystems.” On February 26, 2026, the Company completed the investment of US$ 75,000 in HowToRobot Series A round. -##- About Humanoid Global Holdings Corp. Humanoid Global Holdings Corp. (CSE:ROBO, FWB:0XM1, OTCQB:RBOHF) (“Humanoid Global” or the “Company”) is a publicly traded investment issuer building a portfolio of pioneering companies in the growing humanoid robotics and embodied AI sector, investing in and accelerating their growth. It serves as a global investment platform providing liquidity and access to an actively managed portfolio spanning the value chain of this emerging ecosystem, including advanced software, hardware, and enabling technologies. Led by a team with a proven track record of scaling transformative technologies globally, the Company takes a long-term, partnership-oriented approach. It provides capital and strategic consultation on go-to-market strategies, regulatory pathways, and transaction advisory, while facilitating introductions to customers, suppliers, and strategic partners. Learn more: https://www.humanoidglobal.ai/ For further information, please contact: Shahab Samimi Chief Executive Officer [email protected] [email protected] (604) 602-0001 CSE:ROBO OTCQB:RBOHF FWB:0XM1 ON BEHALF OF MANAGEMENT Shahab Samimi Chief Executive Officer Forward-Looking Information This news release contains statements that may be considered “forward-looking information” within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities legislation. All statements in this release, other than statements of historical fact, are forward-looking statements. In some cases, forward-looking information can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as “plans”, “expects”, intends”, “anticipates”, “believes”, “assumes”, or variations of such words and phrases or statements that certain actions, events or results “may”, “could”, “would”, “might” or, “will”, “occur” or “be achieved”, and similar words or the negative of these terms and similar terminology. Forward-looking information in this release includes, but is not limited to, statements regarding: HowToRobot’s opportunities, plans and potential collaboration with Holman; expected benefits of the Company’s investment; and Humanoid Global’s broader investment strategy and objectives. Forward-looking statements are based on current expectations, estimates, and assumptions made by management in light of its experience and perception of historical trends, current conditions, and expected future developments. Such statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may cause actual results, performance, or achievements to differ materially from those expressed or implied in the statements. These factors include, among others, changes in market conditions, business and economic developments, regulatory approvals, availability of financing, and the performance of HowToRobot and other portfolio companies. Additional information regarding risks and uncertainties faced by the Company is available under its profile on SEDAR+ (www.sedarplus.ca). Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking information. The forward-looking statements contained in this release are made as of the date hereof and are based on information currently available and management’s beliefs, expectations, and opinions at that time. Except as required by applicable securities laws, the Company does not undertake any obligation to update or revise such statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. 1 https://howtorobot.com/expert-insight/danish-robotics-technology-finds-eu31-55m-export-opportunity-czech-manufacturing 2 https://howtorobot.com/expert-insight/danish-robotics-technology-finds-eu31-55m-export-opportunity-czech-manufacturing 3 https://howtorobot.com/expert-insight/howtorobot-announces-strategic-capital-investment-holman |
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Willis Launches Global Digital Infrastructure Group to Address Full Spectrum of Data Center Risks | stocknewsapi |
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NEW YORK, Feb. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis, a WTW business (NASDAQ: WTW), building on its newly unveiled data center risk management framework, today announced the launch of its Global Digital Infrastructure Group led by Alastair Swift, Head of Willis Global Specialties. The group has been established to redefine and address the risks facing data center owners, operators, contractors, and hyperscalers worldwide.
This new cross-functional team brings together deep expertise across multiple sectors and geographies, including construction, energy, technology and cyber, real estate, supply chain, data analytics, risk engineering and financial as well as emerging risks. Together, this global community of Willis experts provide knowledge and insights to deliver customized, end-to-end advisory and risk solutions that span the entire digital infrastructure lifecycle—from early planning, site selection and construction to managing alternative power generation, cyber, climate, natural catastrophe and supply chain risks. Swift said: “As demand for digital infrastructure accelerates, the launch of Willis’ Global Digital Infrastructure Group underscores our long-standing commitment to bringing specialist expertise together. This unique approach is already helping our clients stay ahead of the sector’s developments and risk trends. For data centers, this means tailored, client-first solutions that protect physical assets, strengthen financial resilience, and support reliable operations at scale. Clients get clarity, confidence and the right cover based on their unique needs.” The Global Digital Infrastructure Group harness their deep industry knowledge and specialty to help clients across the data center ecosystem: Strengthen long-term competitiveness and resilienceReduce operational disruptionOptimize balance sheet protectionDrive sustainable growth and strengthen corporate resilienceSafeguard client trust and reputationStrengthen corporate integrity and global growthBoost operational resilience, cost efficiency and competitive advantage; andEnable smooth business transformation and strengthen organization resilience About WTW At WTW (NASDAQ: WTW), we provide data-driven, insight-led solutions in the areas of people, risk, and capital. Leveraging the global view and local expertise of our colleagues serving 140 countries and markets, we help organizations sharpen their strategy, enhance organizational resilience, motivate their workforce, and maximize performance. Working shoulder to shoulder with our clients, we uncover opportunities for sustainable success—and provide perspective that moves you. Media contacts: Jo Barrett [email protected] Lauren Ryan [email protected] |
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Baidu Announces Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2025 Results | stocknewsapi |
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, /PRNewswire/ -- Baidu, Inc. (NASDAQ: BIDU and HKEX: 9888 (HKD Counter) and 89888 (RMB Counter)), ("Baidu" or the "Company"), a leading AI company with strong Internet foundation, today announced its unaudited financial results for the quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2025.
"2025 marked a pivotal year as AI became the new core of Baidu. AI Cloud Infra gained strong momentum, with our differentiated full-stack end-to-end AI capabilities earning growing enterprise recognition. Our portfolio of AI applications continued to scale, addressing diverse needs across enterprises and individuals. Apollo Go further reinforced its global leadership, operating at industry-leading scales while accelerating international expansion into new markets. Meanwhile, AI-native Marketing Services continued to grow, unlocking new possibilities for the long term," said Robin Li, Co-founder and CEO of Baidu. "As our AI-first strategy takes clear shape, we're confident in our ability to create lasting value in the AI era." "We delivered several key achievements this quarter. First, revenue from Baidu Core AI-powered Business[1] exceeded RMB 11 billion in Q4, accounting for 43% of Baidu General Business[2] revenue. Second, total revenue of Baidu General Business grew 6% sequentially and Non-GAAP operating income of Baidu General Business increased 28% quarter over quarter to RMB 2.8 billion. Third, operating cash flow for Baidu turned positive in the second half of 2025, generating RMB 3.9 billion combined, compared to negative cash flow in the first half. Fourth, the Kunlunxin spin-off and separate listing is progressing, which we believe will unlock significant value for shareholders. Finally, we announced a new share repurchase program with up to US$5 billion authorization and introduced our first-ever dividend policy, with the first payment potentially to be made by year-end 2026." said Haijian He, CFO of Baidu. Operational Highlights[1] The following table sets forth selected revenue highlights for our Baidu Core AI-powered Business for the periods indicated: Q3 Q4 FY FY (In billions) 2025 2025 2024 2025 YoY RMB RMB RMB RMB Baidu Core AI-powered Business 9.6 11.3 27.0 40.0 48 % - AI Cloud Infra 4.2 5.8 14.8 19.8 34 % - AI Applications 2.6 2.7 9.8 10.2 5 % - AI-native Marketing Services 2.8 2.7 2.4 9.8 301 % % of Baidu General Business 39 % 43 % 26 % 39 % Corporate Baidu's Board of Directors has authorized a new share repurchase program in February 2026, under which the Company may repurchase up to US$5 billion of its shares, effective through December 31, 2028. The Board has also approved, for the first time, the adoption of a dividend policy for the Company's ordinary shares, which may include regular and/or special distributions of dividends. Baidu announced its proposed spin-off and separate listing of Kunlunxin in January 2026. Baidu released an updated version of ERNIE 5.0, its native omni-modal foundation model in January 2026. Baidu earned a position in the global edition of the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2026, demonstrating its further advancement in ESG performance. The selection stems from a comprehensive evaluation of 9,200 companies globally as part of the S&P Global 2025 Corporate Sustainability Assessment, underscoring Baidu's sustainability practices. Baidu Core AI-powered Business AI Cloud Infra Revenue from AI Cloud Infra was RMB 5.8 billion in the fourth quarter of 2025, with subscription-based revenue from AI accelerator infrastructure increasing by 143% year over year. Revenue from AI Cloud Infra was approximately RMB 20 billion for the full year 2025, up 34% year over year. AI Applications Revenue from AI Applications was RMB 2.7 billion in the fourth quarter of 2025, with full year 2025 revenue exceeding RMB 10 billion. Miaoda, Baidu's vibe coding platform, demonstrates industry-leading performance in platform capabilities and application quality, according to IDC's 2025 China No-Code Generative AI Application Development Platform Report, issued in November 2025. Baidu established the Personal Super Intelligence Business Group (PSIG), integrating Baidu Wenku and Baidu Drive to accelerate AI application innovation. Robotaxi In the fourth quarter of 2025, Apollo Go, Baidu's autonomous ride-hailing service, delivered 3.4 million fully driverless operational rides with weekly rides peaking at over 300,000 during the quarter. Total rides increased by over 200% year over year. As of February 2026, cumulative rides provided to the public by Apollo Go exceeded 20 million. Apollo Go accelerated its global footprint across multiple markets. In the UK, Apollo Go advanced partnerships with Uber and Lyft to pilot autonomous vehicles in London. In Switzerland, Apollo Go initiated testing in St. Gallen. In the Middle East, Apollo Go officially launched fully autonomous ride-hailing services in Abu Dhabi with AutoGo, secured Dubai's first fully driverless testing permit, and partnered with Uber to bring Apollo Go to the Uber platform in Dubai. In Asia, Apollo Go entered the South Korean market, starting with the Seoul metropolitan area. Apollo Go also expanded its Hong Kong testing into new districts and initiated cross-district testing. As of February 2026, Apollo Go's global footprint reached 26 cities. To date, Apollo Go fleets have accumulated over 300 million autonomous kilometers, including over 190 million fully driverless autonomous kilometers, with an outstanding safety record. AI-native Marketing Services Revenue from AI-native marketing services reached RMB 2.7 billion in the fourth quarter of 2025, up 110% year over year. Baidu App's MAUs reached 679 million in December 2025, remaining flat year over year. ERNIE Assistant's MAU reached 202 million in December 2025. [1] The revenue and operational data presented are derived from the Company's internal management accounts and records, which have not been audited. [2] Starting this quarter, we redefined Baidu Core as Baidu General Business. Baidu General Business includes Baidu Core AI-powered Business, Legacy Business, and Others. Legacy Business mainly consists of traditional advertising services across Search, Feed and other properties. Fourth quarter 2025 revenues from Baidu Core AI-powered Business, Legacy Business, and Others were RMB 11.3 billion, RMB 12.3 billion, and RMB 2.5 billion, respectively, derived from the Company's internal management accounts and records, which have not been audited. Fourth Quarter 2025 Financial Results for Baidu[3],[4],[5] Total revenues were RMB32.7 billion ($4.68 billion), increasing 5% quarter over quarter, primarily due to an increase in Baidu Core AI-powered Business. Cost of revenues was RMB18.3 billion ($2.61 billion), which remained flat quarter over quarter. Selling, general and administrative expenses were RMB7.4 billion ($1.06 billion), increasing 12% quarter over quarter, primarily due to an increase in expected credit losses. Research and development expenses were RMB5.6 billion ($800 million), increasing 8% quarter over quarter, primarily due to one-time employee severance costs to improve efficiency. Operating income was RMB1.5 billion ($212 million) and operating margin was 5%. Non-GAAP operating income was RMB3.0 billion ($424 million) and non-GAAP operating margin was 9%. Total other income, net was RMB1.2 billion ($178 million), compared to RMB1.9 billion last quarter. Income tax expense was RMB1.0 billion ($147 million), compared to income tax benefit of RMB1.8 billion last quarter. Net income attributable to Baidu was RMB1.8 billion ($255 million), net margin for Baidu was 5% and diluted earnings per ADS was RMB3.71 ($0.53). Non-GAAP net income attributable to Baidu was RMB3.9 billion ($559 million), non-GAAP net margin for Baidu was 12% and non-GAAP diluted earnings per ADS was RMB10.62 ($1.52). Adjusted EBITDA was RMB4.7 billion ($676 million) and adjusted EBITDA margin was 14%. We define total cash and investments as cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash, short-term investments, net, long-term time deposits and held-to-maturity investments, and adjusted long-term investments. As of December 31, 2025, total cash and investments were RMB294.1 billion ($42.06 billion). Operating cash flow was RMB2.6 billion ($373 million). [3] Starting this quarter, we focused on the quarter-over-quarter fluctuation for the quarterly results to present a more meaningful perspective of our financial information. [4] Unless otherwise noted, RMB to USD was converted at an exchange rate of RMB6.9931 as of December 31, 2025, as set forth in the H.10 statistical release of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System. Translations are provided solely for the convenience of the reader. [5] Non-GAAP measures are defined in the Non-GAAP Financial Measures section (see also "Reconciliations of Non-GAAP Financial Measures to the Nearest Comparable GAAP Measures" for more details). Fiscal Year 2025 Results for Baidu[4],[5] Total revenues were RMB129.1 billion ($18.46 billion), decreasing 3% year over year, primarily due to a decrease in Legacy Business, partially offset by an increase in Baidu Core AI-powered Business. Cost of revenues was RMB72.4 billion ($10.36 billion), increasing 10% year over year, primarily due to an increase in costs related to Baidu Core AI-powered business. Selling, general and administrative expenses were RMB25.8 billion ($3.70 billion), increasing 9% year over year, primarily due to an increase in channel spending expenses and expected credit losses. Research and development expenses were RMB20.4 billion ($2.92 billion), decreasing 8% year over year, primarily due to a decrease in personnel-related expenses. Impairment of long-lived assets was RMB16.2 billion ($2.32 billion), attributable to an impairment loss of Core asset group. Operating loss was RMB5.8 billion ($833 million) and operating loss margin was 5%. Excluding impairment of long-lived assets, operating income was RMB10.4 billion ($1.48 billion). Non-GAAP operating income was RMB15.0 billion ($2.14 billion) and operating margin was 12%. Total other income, net was RMB12.5 billion ($1.79 billion), compared to RMB7.4 billion in the same period last year. Income tax expense was RMB1.3 billion ($180 million), compared to RMB4.4 billion in the same period last year. Net income attributable to Baidu was RMB5.6 billion ($799 million), net margin for Baidu was 4% and diluted earnings per ADS was RMB11.78 ($1.68). Excluding the impact of impairment of long-lived assets, net income attributable to Baidu was RMB19.4 billion ($2.77 billion). Non-GAAP net income attributable to Baidu was RMB18.9 billion ($2.71 billion), non-GAAP net margin for Baidu was 15% and non-GAAP diluted earnings per ADS was RMB53.41 ($7.64). Adjusted EBITDA was RMB22.9 billion ($3.27 billion) and adjusted EBITDA margin was 18%. Operating cash flow was negative RMB3.0 billion (negative $431 million), which remained positive for the past two consecutive quarters. For detailed financial information of Baidu General Business and iQIYI, please see the appended financial tables. [4] Unless otherwise noted, RMB to USD was converted at an exchange rate of RMB6.9931 as of December 31, 2025, as set forth in the H.10 statistical release of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System. Translations are provided solely for the convenience of the reader. [5] Non-GAAP measures are defined in the Non-GAAP Financial Measures section (see also "Reconciliations of Non-GAAP Financial Measures to the Nearest Comparable GAAP Measures" for more details). Conference Call Information Baidu's management will hold an earnings conference call at 7:30 AM on Feb 26, 2026, U.S. Eastern Time (8:30 PM on Feb 26, 2026, Beijing Time). Please register in advance of the conference call using the link provided below. It will automatically direct you to the registration page of "Baidu Inc. Q4 2025 Earnings Conference Call". Please follow the steps to enter your registration details, then click "Register". Upon registering, you will then be provided with the dial-in number, the passcode, and your unique access PIN. This information will also be emailed to you as a calendar invite. For pre-registration, please click: https://s1.c-conf.com/diamondpass/10052617-fv4jhm.html In the 10 minutes prior to the call start time, you may use the conference access information (including dial-in number(s), the passcode and unique access PIN) provided in the calendar invite that you have received following your pre-registration. Additionally, a live and archived webcast of this conference call will be available at https://ir.baidu.com. About Baidu Founded in 2000, Baidu's mission is to make the complicated world simpler through technology. Baidu is a leading AI company with strong Internet foundation, trading on NASDAQ under "BIDU" and HKEX under "9888". One Baidu ADS represents eight Class A ordinary shares. Safe Harbor Statement This announcement contains forward-looking statements. These statements are made under the "safe harbor" provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as "will," "expects," "anticipates," "future," "intends," "plans," "believes," "estimates," "confident" and similar statements. Among other things, Baidu's and other parties' strategic and operational plans, contain forward-looking statements. Baidu may also make written or oral forward-looking statements in its periodic reports to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, in announcements made on the website of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (the "Hong Kong Stock Exchange"), in its annual report to shareholders, in press releases and other written materials and in oral statements made by its officers, directors or employees to third parties. Statements that are not historical facts, including but not limited to statements about Baidu's beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. A number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement, including but not limited to the following: Baidu's growth strategies; its future business development, including development of new products and services; its ability to attract and retain users and customers; competition in the Chinese Internet search and newsfeed market; competition for online marketing customers; changes in the Company's revenues and certain cost or expense items as a percentage of its revenues; the outcome of ongoing, or any future, litigation or arbitration, including those relating to intellectual property rights; the expected growth of the Chinese-language Internet search and newsfeed market and the number of Internet and broadband users in China; Chinese governmental policies relating to the Internet and Internet search providers, and general economic conditions in China and elsewhere. Further information regarding these and other risks is included in the Company's annual report on Form 20-F and other documents filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, and announcements on the website of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. Baidu does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement, except as required under applicable law. All information provided in this press release and in the attachments is as of the date of the press release, and Baidu undertakes no duty to update such information, except as required under applicable law. Non-GAAP Financial Measures To supplement Baidu's consolidated financial results presented in accordance with GAAP, Baidu uses the following non-GAAP financial measures: non-GAAP operating income, non-GAAP operating margin, non-GAAP net income attributable to Baidu, non-GAAP net margin, non-GAAP diluted earnings per ADS, adjusted EBITDA, adjusted EBITDA margin, adjusted long-term investments and free cash flow. The presentation of these non-GAAP financial measures is not intended to be considered in isolation or as a substitute for the financial information prepared and presented in accordance with GAAP. Baidu believes that these non-GAAP financial measures provide meaningful supplemental information regarding its performance and liquidity by excluding certain items that may not be indicative of its recurring core business operating results, such as operating performance excluding non-cash charges or non-operating in nature. The Company believes that both management and investors benefit from referring to these non-GAAP financial measures in assessing its performance and when planning and forecasting future periods. These non-GAAP financial measures also facilitate management's internal comparisons to Baidu's historical performance and liquidity. The Company believes these non-GAAP financial measures are useful to investors in allowing for greater transparency with respect to supplemental information used by management in its financial and operational decision making. A limitation of using these non-GAAP financial measures is that these non-GAAP measures exclude certain items that have been and will continue to be for the foreseeable future a significant component in the Company's results of operations. These non-GAAP financial measures presented here may not be comparable to similarly titled measures presented by other companies. Other companies may calculate similarly titled measures differently, limiting their usefulness as comparative measures to the Company's data. Non-GAAP operating income represents operating income excluding share-based compensation expenses, amortization and impairment of intangible assets resulting from business combinations, impairment of long-lived assets, and one-time employee severance costs. Non-GAAP net income attributable to Baidu represents net income attributable to Baidu excluding share-based compensation expenses, amortization and impairment of intangible assets resulting from business combinations, impairment of long-lived assets, one-time employee severance costs, disposal gain or loss, impairment of long-term investments, and fair value gain or loss of long-term investments and exchangeable bonds, adjusted for related income tax effects. Baidu's share of equity method investments for these non-GAAP reconciling items, amortization and impairment of intangible assets not on the investees' books, accretion of their redeemable non-controlling interests, and the gain or loss associated with the issuance of shares by the investees at a price higher or lower than the carrying value per share, adjusted for related income tax effects, are also excluded. Non-GAAP diluted earnings per ADS represents diluted earnings per ADS calculated by dividing non-GAAP net income attributable to Baidu, by the weighted average number of ordinary shares expressed in ADS. Adjusted EBITDA represents non-GAAP operating income excluding depreciation of fixed assets, and amortization of intangible assets excluding those resulting from business combinations. Adjusted long-term investments represent long-term investments, net, with publicly listed equity method investments adjusted to fair value based on quoted market prices. For more information on non-GAAP financial measures, please see the tables captioned "Reconciliations of non-GAAP financial measures to the nearest comparable GAAP measure." Baidu, Inc. Condensed Consolidated Statements of Income (In millions except for per share (or ADS) information, unaudited) Three Months Ended Twelve Months Ended December 31, September 30, December 31, December 31, December 31, December 31, December 31, 2024 2025 2025 2025 2024 2025 2025 RMB RMB RMB US$(2) RMB RMB US$(2) Revenue 34,124 31,174 32,740 4,682 133,125 129,079 18,458 Costs and expenses: Cost of revenue(1) 18,014 18,315 18,277 2,614 66,102 72,436 10,358 Selling, general and administrative(1) 6,678 6,581 7,389 1,056 23,620 25,843 3,696 Research and development(1) 5,515 5,179 5,591 800 22,133 20,433 2,922 Impairment of long-lived assets - 16,190 - - - 16,190 2,315 Total costs and expenses 30,207 46,265 31,257 4,470 111,855 134,902 19,291 Operating income (loss) 3,917 (15,091) 1,483 212 21,270 (5,823) (833) Other income: Interest income 2,001 1,930 2,051 293 7,962 8,602 1,230 Interest expense (643) (631) (651) (93) (2,824) (2,784) (398) Foreign exchange gain (loss), net 1,678 (357) (1,054) (151) 1,076 (2,242) (321) Share of earnings (losses) from equity method investments (399) 735 1,193 171 (691) 3,196 457 Others, net 23 269 (296) (42) 1,829 5,767 825 Total other income, net 2,660 1,946 1,243 178 7,352 12,539 1,793 Income (loss) before income taxes 6,577 (13,145) 2,726 390 28,622 6,716 960 Income tax expense (benefit) 1,619 (1,828) 1,029 147 4,447 1,259 180 Net income (loss) 4,958 (11,317) 1,697 243 24,175 5,457 780 Net income (loss) attributable to noncontrolling interests (234) (85) (85) (12) 415 (132) (19) Net income (loss) attributable to Baidu 5,192 (11,232) 1,782 255 23,760 5,589 799 Earnings (loss) per ADS (1 ADS representing 8 Class A ordinary shares): -Basic 14.41 (33.88) 4.48 0.64 66.40 13.67 1.95 -Diluted 14.26 (33.88) 3.71 0.53 65.91 11.78 1.68 Earnings (loss) per share for Class A and Class B ordinary shares: -Basic 1.80 (4.23) 0.56 0.08 8.31 1.71 0.24 -Diluted 1.78 (4.23) 0.46 0.07 8.24 1.47 0.21 Weighted average number of Class A and Class B ordinary shares outstanding (in millions): -Basic 2,775 2,713 2,721 2,721 2,790 2,726 2,726 -Diluted 2,783 2,713 2,758 2,758 2,798 2,744 2,744 (1) Includes share-based compensation expenses as follows: Cost of revenue 103 113 79 11 461 389 56 Selling, general and administrative 297 340 252 36 1,427 1,181 169 Research and development 685 591 398 58 2,896 2,035 292 Total share-based compensation expenses 1,085 1,044 729 105 4,784 3,605 517 (2) All translations from RMB to U.S. dollars are made at a rate of RMB6.9931 to US$1.00, the exchange rate in effect as of December 31, 2025 as set forth in the H.10 statistical release of The Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System. 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Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (In millions, unaudited) December 31, December 31, December 31, 2024 2025 2025 RMB RMB US$ ASSETS Current assets: Cash and cash equivalents 24,832 24,606 3,519 Restricted cash 11,697 225 32 Short-term investments, net 102,608 90,661 12,964 Accounts receivable, net 10,104 12,972 1,855 Amounts due from related parties 790 761 109 Other current assets, net 18,818 22,745 3,253 Total current assets 168,849 151,970 21,732 Non-current assets: Fixed assets, net 30,102 26,281 3,758 Licensed copyrights, net 6,930 5,963 853 Produced content, net 14,695 14,575 2,084 Intangible assets, net 772 3,891 556 Goodwill 22,586 36,783 5,260 Long-term investments, net 41,721 44,918 6,423 Long-term time deposits and held-to-maturity investments 98,535 123,862 17,712 Amounts due from related parties 137 167 24 Deferred tax assets, net 2,193 4,582 655 Operating lease right-of-use assets 10,898 8,610 1,231 Receivables related to the proposed acquisition of YY Live, net 13,547 - - Other non-current assets 16,815 27,555 3,941 Total non-current assets 258,931 297,187 42,497 Total assets 427,780 449,157 64,229 LIABILITIES, REDEEMABLE NONCONTROLLING INTERESTS AND EQUITY Current liabilities: Short-term loans 10,669 7,626 1,091 Accounts payable and accrued liabilities 41,443 38,891 5,561 Customer deposits and deferred revenue 14,624 13,051 1,866 Deferred income 684 531 76 Long-term loans, current portion 168 14,765 2,111 Convertible senior notes, current portion 242 1,459 209 Notes payable, current portion 8,026 4,560 652 Amounts due to related parties 1,794 1,988 284 Operating lease liabilities 3,303 3,457 494 Total current liabilities 80,953 86,328 12,344 Non-current liabilities: Deferred income 231 198 28 Deferred revenue 585 723 103 Amounts due to related parties 56 36 5 Long-term loans 15,596 3,369 482 Notes payable 27,996 51,021 7,296 Convertible senior notes 8,351 6,712 960 Deferred tax liabilities 3,870 4,985 713 Operating lease liabilities 4,973 4,108 587 Other non-current liabilities 1,557 1,951 280 Total non-current liabilities 63,215 73,103 10,454 Total liabilities 144,168 159,431 22,798 Redeemable noncontrolling interests 9,870 13,166 1,883 Equity Total Baidu shareholders' equity 263,620 266,330 38,085 Noncontrolling interests 10,122 10,230 1,463 Total equity 273,742 276,560 39,548 Total liabilities, redeemable noncontrolling interests, and equity 427,780 449,157 64,229 Baidu, Inc. Selected Information (In millions, unaudited) Three months ended Three months ended Three months ended Three months ended December 31, 2024 (RMB) September 30, 2025 (RMB) December 31, 2025 (RMB) December 31, 2025 (US$) Baidu General Business iQIYI Elim & adj(2) Baidu, Inc. Baidu General Business iQIYI Elim & adj(2) Baidu, Inc. Baidu General Business iQIYI Elim & adj(2) Baidu, Inc. Baidu General Business iQIYI Elim & adj(2) Baidu, Inc. Revenue 27,698 6,613 (187) 34,124 24,659 6,682 (167) 31,174 26,112 6,794 (166) 32,740 3,734 972 (24) 4,682 YOY (6 %) 3 % (4 %) QOQ 6 % 2 % 5 % Costs and expenses: Cost of revenue(1) 13,180 4,995 (161) 18,014 12,996 5,467 (148) 18,315 13,042 5,376 (141) 18,277 1,865 769 (20) 2,614 Selling, general and administrative(1) 5,816 882 (20) 6,678 5,677 925 (21) 6,581 6,455 946 (12) 7,389 923 135 (2) 1,056 Research and development(1) 5,064 451 - 5,515 4,767 412 - 5,179 5,174 417 - 5,591 740 60 - 800 Impairment of long-lived assets - - - - 16,190 - - 16,190 - - - - - - - - Total costs and expenses 24,060 6,328 (181) 30,207 39,630 6,804 (169) 46,265 24,671 6,739 (153) 31,257 3,528 964 (22) 4,470 YOY Cost of revenue (1 %) 8 % 1 % Selling, general and administrative 11 % 7 % 11 % Research and development 2 % (8 %) 1 % Impairment of long-lived assets - - - Costs and expenses 3 % 6 % 3 % QOQ Cost of revenue 0 % (2 %) (0 %) Selling, general and administrative 14 % 2 % 12 % Research and development 9 % 1 % 8 % Impairment of long-lived assets (100 %) - (100 %) Costs and expenses (38 %) (1 %) (32 %) Operating income (loss) 3,638 285 (6) 3,917 (14,971) (122) 2 (15,091) 1,441 55 (13) 1,483 206 8 (2) 212 YOY (60 %) (81 %) (62 %) QOQ - - - Operating margin 13 % 4 % 11 % (61 %) (2 %) (48 %) 6 % 1 % 5 % Add: total other income (loss), net 3,125 (465) - 2,660 2,031 (85) - 1,946 1,270 (27) - 1,243 182 (4) - 178 Less: income tax expense (benefit) 1,612 7 - 1,619 (1,868) 40 - (1,828) 993 36 - 1,029 142 5 - 147 Less: net income (loss) attributable to NCI (132) 2 (104)(3) (234) 49 2 (136)(3) (85) (79) (2) (4)(3) (85) (11) - (1)(3) (12) Net income (loss) attributable to Baidu 5,283 (189) 98 5,192 (11,121) (249) 138 (11,232) 1,797 (6) (9) 1,782 257 (1) (1) 255 YOY (66 %) (97 %) (66 %) QOQ - (98 %) - Net margin 19 % (3 %) 15 % (45 %) (4 %) (36 %) 7 % (0 %) 5 % Non-GAAP financial measures: Operating income (loss) (non-GAAP) 4,647 406 5,047 2,225 (22) 2,205 2,837 143 2,967 406 20 424 YOY (39 %) (65 %) (41 %) QOQ 28 % - 35 % Operating margin (non-GAAP) 17 % 6 % 15 % 9 % (0 %) 7 % 11 % 2 % 9 % Net income (loss) attributable to Baidu (non-GAAP) 6,741 (59) 6,709 3,836 (148) 3,770 3,869 109 3,907 553 14 559 YOY (43 %) - (42 %) QOQ 1 % - 4 % Net margin (non-GAAP) 24 % (1 %) 20 % 16 % (2 %) 12 % 15 % 2 % 12 % Adjusted EBITDA 6,516 444 6,954 4,398 30 4,429 4,544 196 4,727 650 28 676 YOY (30 %) (56 %) (32 %) QOQ 3 % 553 % 7 % Adjusted EBITDA margin 24 % 7 % 20 % 18 % 0 % 14 % 17 % 3 % 14 % (1) Includes share-based compensation as follows: Cost of revenue 74 29 103 83 30 113 56 23 79 8 3 11 Selling, general and administrative 240 57 297 304 36 340 219 33 252 31 5 36 Research and development 652 33 685 559 32 591 368 30 398 54 4 58 Total share-based compensation 966 119 1,085 946 98 1,044 643 86 729 93 12 105 (2) Relates to intersegment eliminations and adjustments (3) Relates to the net income attributable to iQIYI noncontrolling interests Baidu, Inc. Selected Information (In millions except for per ADS information, unaudited) Twelve months ended Twelve months ended Twelve months ended December 31, 2024 (RMB) December 31, 2025 (RMB) December 31, 2025 (US$) Baidu General Business iQIYI Elim & adj(2) Baidu, Inc. Baidu General Business iQIYI Elim & adj(2) Baidu, Inc. Baidu General Business iQIYI Elim & adj(2) Baidu, Inc. Revenue 104,712 29,225 (812) 133,125 102,485 27,290 (696) 129,079 14,655 3,902 (99) 18,458 YOY (2 %) (7 %) (3 %) Costs and expenses: Cost of revenue(1) 44,830 21,954 (682) 66,102 51,498 21,541 (603) 72,436 7,364 3,080 (86) 10,358 Selling, general and administrative(1) 20,049 3,682 (111) 23,620 22,071 3,857 (85) 25,843 3,156 552 (12) 3,696 Research and development(1) 20,355 1,778 - 22,133 18,770 1,663 - 20,433 2,684 238 - 2,922 Impairment of long-lived assets - - - - 16,190 - - 16,190 2,315 - - 2,315 Total costs and expenses 85,234 27,414 (793) 111,855 108,529 27,061 (688) 134,902 15,519 3,870 (98) 19,291 YOY Cost of revenue 15 % (2 %) 10 % Selling, general and administrative 10 % 5 % 9 % Research and development (8 %) (6 %) (8 %) Impairment of long-lived assets - - - Cost and expenses 27 % (1 %) 21 % Operating income (loss) 19,478 1,811 (19) 21,270 (6,044) 229 (8) (5,823) (864) 32 (1) (833) YOY - (87 %) - Operating margin 19 % 6 % 16 % (6 %) 1 % (5 %) Add: total other income (loss), net 8,311 (959) - 7,352 12,828 (289) - 12,539 1,834 (41) - 1,793 Less: income tax expense 4,386 61 - 4,447 1,115 144 - 1,259 159 21 - 180 Less: net income (loss) attributable to NCI (28) 27 416(3) 415 (22) 3 (113)(3) (132) (3) - (16)(3) (19) Net income (loss) attributable to Baidu 23,431 764 (435) 23,760 5,691 (207) 105 5,589 814 (30) 15 799 YOY (76 %) (127 %) (76 %) Net margin 22 % 3 % 18 % 6 % (1 %) 4 % Non-GAAP financial measures: Operating income (non-GAAP) 23,890 2,363 26,234 14,319 639 14,950 2,048 91 2,138 YOY (40 %) (73 %) (43 %) Operating margin (non-GAAP) 23 % 8 % 20 % 14 % 2 % 12 % Net income attributable to Baidu (non-GAAP) 26,335 1,512 27,002 18,827 280 18,941 2,692 39 2,709 YOY (29 %) (81 %) (30 %) Net margin (non-GAAP) 25 % 5 % 20 % 18 % 1 % 15 % Adjusted EBITDA 30,587 2,510 33,078 22,051 815 22,857 3,153 117 3,269 YOY (28 %) (68 %) (31 %) Adjusted EBITDA margin 29 % 9 % 25 % 22 % 3 % 18 % (1) Includes share-based compensation as follows: Cost of revenue 340 121 461 277 112 389 40 16 56 Selling, general and administrative 1,153 274 1,427 1,018 163 1,181 146 23 169 Research and development 2,746 150 2,896 1,908 127 2,035 273 19 292 Total share-based compensation 4,239 545 4,784 3,203 402 3,605 459 58 517 (2) Relates to intersegment eliminations and adjustments (3) Relates to the net loss attributable to iQIYI noncontrolling interests Baidu, Inc. Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (In millions,unaudited) Three months ended Three months ended Three months ended Three months ended December 31, 2024 (RMB) September 30, 2025 (RMB) December 31, 2025 (RMB) December 31, 2025 (US$) Baidu excl. iQIYI iQIYI Baidu, Inc. Baidu excl. iQIYI iQIYI Baidu, Inc. Baidu excl. iQIYI iQIYI Baidu, Inc. Baidu excl. iQIYI iQIYI Baidu, Inc. Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities 1,836 520 2,356 1,523 (267) 1,256 2,562 47 2,609 366 7 373 Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities (4,741) (896) (5,637) 2,233 763 2,996 (17,439) (947) (18,386) (2,494) (135) (2,629) Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities (1,784) 114 (1,670) 4,532 151 4,683 595 518 1,113 85 74 159 Effect of exchange rate changes on cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash 582 61 643 (186) (16) (202) (295) (10) (305) (42) (1) (43) Net increase (decrease) in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash (4,107) (201) (4,308) 8,102 631 8,733 (14,577) (392) (14,969) (2,085) (55) (2,140) Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash At beginning of period 37,106 3,791 40,897 26,928 4,139 31,067 35,030 4,770 39,800 5,009 682 5,691 At end of period 32,999 3,590 36,589 35,030 4,770 39,800 20,453 4,378 24,831 2,924 627 3,551 Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities 1,836 520 2,356 1,523 (267) 1,256 2,562 47 2,609 366 7 373 Less: Capital expenditures (2,312) (21) (2,333) (3,378) (23) (3,401) (1,952) (20) (1,972) (279) (3) (282) Free cash flow (476) 499 23 (1,855) (290) (2,145) 610 27 637 87 4 91 Note: Baidu excl. iQIYI represents Baidu, Inc. minus iQIYI's consolidated cash flows. Baidu, Inc. Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (In millions,unaudited) Twelve months ended Twelve months ended Twelve months ended December 31, 2024 (RMB) December 31, 2025 (RMB) December 31, 2025 (US$) Baidu excl. iQIYI iQIYI Baidu, Inc. Baidu excl. iQIYI iQIYI Baidu, Inc. Baidu excl. iQIYI iQIYI Baidu, Inc. Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities 19,126 2,108 21,234 (3,119) 106 (3,013) (446) 15 (431) Net cash used in investing activities (6,110) (2,445) (8,555) (24,809) (327) (25,136) (3,547) (47) (3,594) Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities (12,391) (1,368) (13,759) 16,078 1,064 17,142 2,299 152 2,451 Effect of exchange rate changes on cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash 81 14 95 (696) (55) (751) (101) (6) (107) Net increase (decrease) in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash 706 (1,691) (985) (12,546) 788 (11,758) (1,795) 114 (1,681) Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash At beginning of period 32,293 5,281 37,574 32,999 3,590 36,589 4,719 513 5,232 At end of period 32,999 3,590 36,589 20,453 4,378 24,831 2,924 627 3,551 Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities 19,126 2,108 21,234 (3,119) 106 (3,013) (446) 15 (431) Less: Capital expenditures (8,055) (79) (8,134) (11,978) (95) (12,073) (1,712) (14) (1,726) Free cash flow 11,071 2,029 13,100 (15,097) 11 (15,086) (2,158) 1 (2,157) Note: Baidu excl. iQIYI represents Baidu, Inc. minus iQIYI's consolidated cash flows. Baidu, Inc. Reconciliations of Non-GAAP Financial Measures to the Nearest Comparable GAAP Measures (In millions except for per ADS information, unaudited) Three months ended Three months ended Three months ended Three months ended December 31, 2024 (RMB) September 30, 2025 (RMB) December 31, 2025 (RMB) December 31, 2025 (US$) Baidu General Business iQIYI Baidu, Inc. Baidu General Business iQIYI Baidu, Inc. Baidu General Business iQIYI Baidu, Inc. Baidu General Business iQIYI Baidu, Inc. Operating income (loss) 3,638 285 3,917 (14,971) (122) (15,091) 1,441 55 1,483 206 8 212 Add: Share-based compensation expenses 966 119 1,085 946 98 1,044 643 86 729 93 12 105 Add: Amortization and impairment of intangible assets resulting from business combinations 43 2 45 60 2 62 45 2 47 6 - 6 Add: Impairment of long-lived assets - - - 16,190 - 16,190 - - - - - - Add: One-time employee severance costs - - - - - - 708 - 708 101 - 101 Operating income (loss) (non-GAAP) 4,647 406 5,047 2,225 (22) 2,205 2,837 143 2,967 406 20 424 Add: Depreciation of fixed assets and amortization of intangible assets(1) 1,869 38 1,907 2,173 52 2,224 1,707 53 1,760 244 8 252 Adjusted EBITDA 6,516 444 6,954 4,398 30 4,429 4,544 196 4,727 650 28 676 Net income (loss) attributable to Baidu 5,283 (189) 5,192 (11,121) (249) (11,232) 1,797 (6) 1,782 257 (1) 255 Add: Share-based compensation expenses 965 119 1,019 945 98 989 642 86 681 92 12 98 Add: Amortization and impairment of intangible assets resulting from business combinations 41 2 42 58 2 59 43 2 44 6 - 6 Add: Impairment of long-lived assets - - - 16,190 - 16,190 - - - - - - Add: One-time employee severance costs - - - - - - 708 - 708 101 - 101 Add: Disposal loss (gain) 7 - 7 (101) - (101) 31 - 31 4 - 4 Add: Impairment of long-term investments 84 14 90 97 - 97 59 10 64 8 1 9 Add: Fair value loss (gain) of long-term investments and exchangeable bonds (288) (5) (290) 279 1 279 923 17 931 132 2 133 Add: Reconciling items on equity method investments(2) 679 - 679 15 - 15 (431) - (431) (62) - (62) Add: Tax effects on non-GAAP adjustments(3) (30) - (30) (2,526) - (2,526) 97 - 97 15 - 15 Net income (loss) attributable to Baidu (non-GAAP) 6,741 (59) 6,709 3,836 (148) 3,770 3,869 109 3,907 553 14 559 Diluted earnings (loss) per ADS 14.26 (33.88) 3.71 0.53 Add: Accretion of the redeemable noncontrolling interests 0.55 0.75 0.75 0.11 Add: Non-GAAP adjustments to earnings per ADS 4.37 44.25 6.16 0.88 Diluted earnings per ADS (non-GAAP) 19.18 11.12 10.62 1.52 (1) This represents amortization of intangible assets excluding those resulting from business combinations. (2) This represents Baidu's share of equity method investments for other non-GAAP reconciling items, amortization and impairment of intangible assets not on the investee's books, accretion of their redeemable noncontrolling interests, and the gain or loss associated with the issuance of shares by the investees at a price higher or lower than the carrying value per share. (3) This represents tax impact of all non-GAAP adjustments. Baidu, Inc. Reconciliations of Non-GAAP Financial Measures to the Nearest Comparable GAAP Measures (In millions except for per ADS information, unaudited) Twelve months ended Twelve months ended Twelve months ended December 31, 2024 (RMB) December 31, 2025 (RMB) December 31, 2025 (US$) Baidu General Business iQIYI Baidu, Inc. Baidu General Business iQIYI Baidu, Inc. Baidu General Business iQIYI Baidu, Inc. Operating income (loss) 19,478 1,811 21,270 (6,044) 229 (5,823) (864) 32 (833) Add: Share-based compensation expenses 4,239 545 4,784 3,203 402 3,605 459 58 517 Add: Amortization and impairment of intangible assets resulting from business combinations 173 7 180 262 8 270 37 1 38 Add: Impairment of long-lived assets - - - 16,190 - 16,190 2,315 - 2,315 Add: One-time employee severance costs - - - 708 - 708 101 - 101 Operating income (non-GAAP) 23,890 2,363 26,234 14,319 639 14,950 2,048 91 2,138 Add: Depreciation of fixed assets and amortization of intangible assets(1) 6,697 147 6,844 7,732 176 7,907 1,105 26 1,131 Adjusted EBITDA 30,587 2,510 33,078 22,051 815 22,857 3,153 117 3,269 Net income (loss) attributable to Baidu 23,431 764 23,760 5,691 (207) 5,589 814 (30) 799 Add: Share-based compensation expenses 4,235 545 4,482 3,199 402 3,381 457 57 484 Add: Amortization and impairment of intangible assets resulting from business combinations 165 7 168 254 8 258 36 1 37 Add: Impairment of long-lived assets - - - 16,190 - 16,190 2,315 - 2,315 Add: One-time employee severance costs - - - 708 - 708 101 - 101 Add: Disposal loss (gain) (1,982) 22 (1,972) (423) - (428) (60) - (61) Add: Impairment of long-term investments 172 193 260 257 38 275 37 5 39 Add: Fair value loss (gain) of long-term investments (393) (19) (403) (4,004) 34 (3,989) (573) 5 (570) Add: Reconciling items on equity method investments(2) 1,050 - 1,050 (603) 5 (601) (86) 1 (86) Add: Tax effects on non-GAAP adjustments(3) (343) - (343) (2,442) - (2,442) (349) - (349) Net income attributable to Baidu (non-GAAP) 26,335 1,512 27,002 18,827 280 18,941 2,692 39 2,709 Diluted earnings per ADS 65.91 11.78 1.68 Add: Accretion of the redeemable noncontrolling interests 1.68 2.71 0.39 Add: Non-GAAP adjustments to earnings per ADS 9.26 38.92 5.57 Diluted earnings per ADS (non-GAAP) 76.85 53.41 7.64 (1) This represents amortization of intangible assets excluding those resulting from business combinations. (2) This represents Baidu's share of equity method investments for other non-GAAP reconciling items, amortization and impairment of intangible assets not on the investee's books, accretion of their redeemable noncontrolling interests, and the gain or loss associated with the issuance of shares by the investees at a price higher or lower than the carrying value per share. (3) This represents tax impact of all non-GAAP adjustments. SOURCE Baidu, Inc. |
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Rolls-Royce shares jump 6% as engine maker upgrades medium-term targets | stocknewsapi |
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Shares in Rolls-Royce Holdings PLC (LSE:RR.), the FTSE 100 jet engine maker, rose 6% to 1,393p after the company sharply upgraded its medium-term financial targets and unveiled plans to return up to £9 billion to shareholders. Management now expects underlying operating profit of £4.9 billion to £5.2 billion by 2028, up from previous guidance of £3.6 billion to £3.9 billion, with free cash flow seen at £5 billion to £5.3 billion against a prior range of £4.2 billion to £4.5 billion. The upgraded outlook followed another strong set of annual results, with underlying operating profit jumping 40% to £3.5 billion in 2025 as operating margins improved to 17.3% from 13.8%. Revenue rose 13% to £20.1 billion and free cash flow climbed to £3.3 billion from £2.4 billion, all beating consensus forecasts. The company said an expansion of large-engine flying hours, stronger aftermarket performance and improved commercial terms supported the improvement. Rolls-Royce announced a share buyback programme of £7 billion to £9 billion over 2026 to 2028, with £2.5 billion to be completed this year, following the completion of a £1 billion buyback in 2025. A final dividend of 5p a share took the total 2025 payout to 9.5p, up from 6p. Chief executive Tufan Erginbilgic said: "With a strong balance sheet, significant investment to support our long-term growth, and confidence in the future, we are announcing a £7 billion to £9 billion share buyback for 2026 to 2028." For the current year, Rolls-Royce guided for underlying operating profit of £4 billion to £4.2 billion, with free cash flow of £3.6 billion to £3.8 billion. |
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Siemens Energy should not 'squander' wind division, investor Deka says | stocknewsapi |
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CompaniesFRANKFURT, Feb 26 (Reuters) - Siemens Energy should not sell its wind division below value, a top-20 shareholder said on Thursday at the group's annual general meeting, where the future of the struggling business will be a key topic after calls for a spin-off. The future of Siemens Gamesa, which has weighed on Siemens Energy's profits for years, has come into sharper focus after U.S. activist shareholder Ananym in December called for a review and spin-off, arguing it would boost shareholder value. Make sense of the latest ESG trends affecting companies and governments with the Reuters Sustainable Switch newsletter. Sign up here. Siemens Energy (ENR1n.DE), opens new tab leadership has been open in principle to the idea but wants to first stabilise the business, which made a 1.36 billion euro ($1.61 billion) operating loss last year and is expected to break even in 2026. Investors in Germany have backed the strategy of fixing the business before considering strategic steps. "To be clear: divesting Gamesa at this point in time would be equal to selling it below its value," Deka Investment's Ingo Speich said. "Do not squander away Gamesa." Ananym said in a statement it had recently held "very constructive direct discussions" with Siemens Energy's leadership, adding: "We are largely in agreement in our thinking about Siemens Gamesa". Ananym said that even if Siemens Gamesa could be stabilised it was unlikely to reach the margin targets set by the parent. Siemens Energy has said it wants all of its businesses to generate double-digit margins, far higher than the 3-5% profit margin targeted for Siemens Gamesa by 2028. "As a result, keeping the wind business even after it has been stabilized is likely to create a continued drag on total company valuation, and will continue to make it difficult for Siemens Gamesa to compete for needed investment capital against the company's higher-return businesses," Ananym said. It reiterated a spin-off would generate substantial shareholder value. ($1 = 0.8471 euros) Reporting by Christoph Steitz. Editing by Mark Potter Our Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles., opens new tab |
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China's Baidu tops quarterly revenue estimates | stocknewsapi |
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Feb 26 (Reuters) - China's largest search engine operator Baidu (9888.HK), opens new tab topped market estimates for quarterly revenue on Thursday, as strong growth in its cloud business helped cushion the hit from persistent weakness in its mainstay advertising business. Baidu, like other tech giants in China, has invested heavily in building out its artificial intelligence capabilities, helping the tech firm capture enterprise demand as companies increasingly adopt AI to speed up operations and productivity. Read about innovative ideas and the people working on solutions to global crises with the Reuters Beacon newsletter. Sign up here. Strength in its cloud business has helped Baidu offset weakness in its advertising unit — its primary revenue generator — which has struggled to rebound in a highly competitive ad market. Weak consumer demand and a prolonged property-sector crisis have hobbled China's economy, denting advertiser spending. Revenue from Baidu's core AI-powered business, which includes its cloud infrastructure unit, AI applications and robotaxi division, jumped to 11 billion yuan ($1.61 billion) in the fourth quarter and accounted for 43% of the company's general business revenue. The company reported total revenue of 32.74 billion yuan for the quarter ended December, compared with analysts' average estimate of 32.62 billion yuan, according to data compiled by LSEG. ($1 = 6.8395 Chinese yuan renminbi) Reporting by Deborah Sophia in Bengaluru; Editing by Alan Barona and Mrigank Dhaniwala Our Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles., opens new tab |
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K33 AB (publ) (ARCNF) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Prepared Remarks Transcript | stocknewsapi |
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K33 AB (publ) (ARCNF) Q4 2025 Earnings Call February 26, 2026 2:00 AM EST
Company Participants Torbjorn Jenssen - Founder, CEO & MD Presentation Torbjorn Jenssen Founder, CEO & MD Good morning, and welcome to this Q4 presentation for K33. My name is Torbjorn Bull Jenssen, and I'm the CEO of K33. Most of you might know K33 really well. But for those who don't, we are the crypto exchange for businesses and investors. What is unique with K33 is that you get a named client manager from day 1. You get access to deep institutional liquidity, competitive pricing and ability to execute both small and really large orders without worry. And you get access to reliable banking infrastructure. We natively support 8 different fiat currencies where clients can deposit, trade and withdraw in their preferred fiat currency. And this combination is really what makes K33 ideal for businesses and investors and institutional clients seeking to interact with the digital asset world. Talking about the digital asset world, the market right now is a bit perplexing. On the one side, the institutional adoption continues at full speed. Underlying drivers have never been stronger, yet we see Bitcoin and Cryptocurrencies falling in price. Last year, Bitcoin ended up with a fall and market activity was really dampened. This is creating a lot of fear and uncertainty among many market participants. But if you look underneath the surface, you see the continued institutional adoption. You see the regulatory maturation continuing at full pace, and this is what makes us extremely optimistic for the future. Bitcoin right now is actually in a better position than it was back when it was at $120,000. So if you like Bitcoin at $120,000, you should love it at $66,000 because the relevance of a digital programmable, censorship resistant and absolutely scarce money, that |
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Melco included in the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2026 | stocknewsapi |
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MACAU, Feb. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Melco Resorts & Entertainment has been included in the S&P Sustainability Yearbook 2026 (Yearbook). In the 2025 S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA), the Company has ranked in the 96th percentile within its industry group, rising from 92nd percentile the previous year.
Highlighting its position as a global leader in the industry, Melco has once again been included in the Yearbook, widely regarded as the benchmarking resource for corporate sustainability performance. Yearbook members are selected based on their score from the S&P Global 2025 Corporate Sustainability Assessment. To be listed in the Yearbook, companies must score within the top 15% of their industry and must achieve a CSA Score within 30% of their industry’s top-performing company. This year, over 9,200 companies assessed in the 2025 CSA were considered for the 2026 Sustainability Yearbook. Only some 800 companies, across 59 industries, were among the top performing companies selected for Yearbook inclusion. Melco’s dedication to sustainability is highlighted by its growing recognition within the industry. The Company has consistently achieved a B score for CDP Climate 2025, and improved its CDP Water score from B to A-. Additionally, it holds an A rating from MSCI. Mr. Lawrence Ho, Chairman & CEO of Melco, said, “We are motivated by our longstanding commitment to achieve a better, sustainable future for all. We strive to enhance our performance annually and acknowledge that the rigorous CSA assessment serves as a crucial benchmark for evaluating the impact we are creating in our key focus areas. We are honored to be recognized by leading global ESG raters for our steadfast efforts towards driving real change across our business through our ‘RISE’ sustainability strategy.” About Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited The Company, with its American depositary shares listed on the Nasdaq Global Select Market (Nasdaq: MLCO), is a developer, owner and operator of integrated resort facilities in Asia and Europe. The Company currently operates City of Dreams (www.cityofdreamsmacau.com) and Altira Macau (www.altiramacau.com), integrated resorts located in Cotai and Taipa, Macau, respectively. Its business also includes the Mocha Clubs (www.mochaclubs.com), the only non-casino based operation of electronic gaming machines in Macau. In addition, the Company operates Studio City (www.studiocity-macau.com), a cinematically-themed integrated resort in Cotai, Macau. In the Philippines, the Company operates and manages City of Dreams Manila (www.cityofdreamsmanila.com), an integrated resort in the Entertainment City complex in Manila. In Europe, the Company operates City of Dreams Mediterranean, an integrated resort in Limassol, in the Republic of Cyprus (www.cityofdreamsmed.com.cy) and licensed satellite casinos in other cities in Cyprus (the “Cyprus Casinos”). In South Asia, the Company operates the casino and manages the Nüwa hotel at City of Dreams Sri Lanka (www.cityofdreamssrilanka.com), an integrated resort in Colombo, Sri Lanka. For more information about the Company, please visit www.melco-resorts.com. The Company is majority owned by Melco International Development Limited, a company listed on the Main Board of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited, which is in turn majority owned and led by Mr. Lawrence Ho, who is the Chairman, Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Company. For media enquiries, please contact: Chimmy Leung Executive Director, Corporate Communications Tel: +852 3151 3765 Email: [email protected] |
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Ocado shares fall 9.5% as investors question cash flow promises | stocknewsapi |
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Shares in Ocado Group PLC (LSE:OCDO), the online grocery technology group, fell 9.5% to 212.68p in early trading as investors looked past a sharp rise in earnings and focused on execution risks surrounding the company's cash flow targets. Adjusted earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) rose 59% to £178 million as group revenue climbed 12.1% to £1.4 billion in the year to November 2025. Technology Solutions, the core business that powers robot-operated warehouses for overseas grocery groups, grew EBITDA 73% to £140 million. However, underlying cash flow remained negative at £213 million, widening from an outflow of £199 million the previous year. The group said it expects to turn cash flow positive in the second half of 2026 and deliver full-year cash generation in 2027, while chief executive Tim Steiner said a "significant number" of jobs would be cut as part of £150 million in cost reductions. Adam Vettese, market analyst for eToro said guidance for cash flow positivity and cost cuts "sounds promising, but investors are clearly unconvinced, prioritising execution risks over promises", adding that contract fragility and capital intensity remain unaddressed. Ocado has faced setbacks from overseas partners, with Canada's Sobeys closing one robot-run warehouse and US customer Kroger shutting three fulfilment centres. |
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XLM Price Prediction: Targets $0.28-$0.31 by March Amid Bullish Technical Setup | cryptonews |
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Stellar (XLM) shows bullish momentum with analysts targeting $0.28-$0.31 range, supported by neutral RSI and key resistance breakout potential above $0.17. XLM Price Prediction Summary • Short-term target (1 week): $0.225 • Medium-term forecast (1 month): $0.28-$0.31 range • Bullish breakout level: $0.17 • Critical support: $0.15 What Crypto Analysts Are Saying About Stellar Recent analyst coverage reveals cautious optimism for Stellar's price trajectory. According to Alvin Lang's January 2 analysis, "XLM price prediction points to $0.28-$0.31 upside potential as technical indicators show early bullish momentum, with immediate resistance at $0.24 acting as key breakout level." MEXC News provided more conservative short-term projections, setting a one-week target of $0.225, representing a modest 2.3% upside from current levels. However, their medium-term Stellar forecast is significantly more bullish, targeting the $0.28-$0.31 range within one month, which would represent a substantial 27-41% upside potential. While specific analyst predictions remain limited, on-chain metrics from major data platforms suggest underlying strength in Stellar's fundamentals, supporting these bullish price projections. XLM Technical Analysis Breakdown XLM currently trades at $0.16, showing a solid 6.28% gain in the past 24 hours with trading volume reaching $11.5 million on Binance. The technical picture presents a mixed but potentially constructive setup for further upside. The RSI reading of 45.06 places Stellar firmly in neutral territory, providing room for upward movement without immediate overbought concerns. This neutral momentum indicator suggests XLM has space to rally toward resistance levels without triggering aggressive profit-taking. The MACD histogram sits at 0.0000, indicating bearish momentum has potentially exhausted itself. While the MACD signal line remains slightly negative at -0.0077, the convergence toward zero suggests a potential momentum shift could be imminent. Bollinger Band analysis reveals XLM positioned at 0.56 within the bands, sitting comfortably above the middle band ($0.16) but below the upper resistance at $0.17. This positioning indicates controlled bullish pressure without excessive volatility expansion. Key technical levels show immediate resistance at $0.17, which aligns closely with the upper Bollinger Band. A decisive break above this level could trigger momentum toward the stronger resistance zone at $0.18. Support remains solid at $0.15, corresponding to the lower Bollinger Band and recent intraday lows. Stellar Price Targets: Bull vs Bear Case Bullish Scenario The bullish case for XLM centers on breaking the immediate resistance at $0.17, which would validate the analyst targets in the $0.28-$0.31 range. Technical confirmation would require sustained trading above $0.17 with increased volume, potentially triggering algorithmic buying and momentum traders. The path to $0.225 appears achievable within the one-week timeframe, representing natural progression from current levels. Medium-term targets of $0.28-$0.31 would require broader market support and potential fundamental catalysts within Stellar's ecosystem. Daily ATR of $0.01 suggests normal volatility conditions, providing a conducive environment for steady price appreciation without excessive whipsaws that could derail bullish momentum. Bearish Scenario Bearish risks emerge if XLM fails to hold the $0.15 support level, which could trigger deeper selling toward the stronger support zone at $0.14. The fact that current price ($0.16) remains well below the 50-day SMA ($0.19) and significantly under the 200-day SMA ($0.28) indicates the longer-term trend remains challenging. A break below $0.15 would invalidate the near-term bullish thesis and potentially expose XLM to further downside testing. The wide gap between current price and longer-term moving averages suggests substantial overhead supply that could limit rally attempts. Should You Buy XLM? Entry Strategy Current technical positioning suggests selective buying opportunities for risk-tolerant traders. The optimal entry strategy involves waiting for a decisive break above $0.17 resistance with volume confirmation, targeting the $0.225 level initially. Conservative investors might consider scaling into positions around current levels ($0.16) while maintaining strict risk management with stop-losses below $0.15. This approach provides a favorable risk-reward ratio given the proximity to support levels. For momentum traders, the key trigger remains a sustained move above $0.17, which could initiate the rally toward analyst targets. Position sizing should reflect the inherent volatility in cryptocurrency markets and individual risk tolerance. Conclusion The XLM price prediction landscape presents a cautiously optimistic outlook, with analyst targets of $0.28-$0.31 appearing achievable if technical resistance levels yield. The neutral RSI and converging MACD suggest potential for renewed bullish momentum, while the $0.17 resistance level serves as the critical catalyst for this Stellar forecast. However, investors should maintain realistic expectations and implement proper risk management, as cryptocurrency price predictions remain inherently speculative. The medium-term targets represent significant upside potential but require sustained market support and successful navigation of key technical levels. Disclaimer: This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Cryptocurrency investments carry substantial risk, and prices can be highly volatile. Always conduct your own research and consider your risk tolerance before making investment decisions. Image source: Shutterstock xlm price analysis xlm price prediction |
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NEAR Price Prediction: Protocol Eyes $1.40 Breakout After 14% Rally | cryptonews |
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NEAR Protocol surges 14% to $1.14 with RSI neutral at 51. Technical analysis suggests potential move to $1.40 resistance if bulls maintain momentum above $1.13 pivot. NEAR Protocol has staged an impressive 14.29% rally in the past 24 hours, climbing from $0.99 to $1.14 as of February 26, 2026. With the token now testing critical resistance levels and showing improved technical momentum, traders are closely watching for the next directional move. NEAR Price Prediction Summary • Short-term target (1 week): $1.27 • Medium-term forecast (1 month): $1.14-$1.40 range • Bullish breakout level: $1.40 • Critical support: $1.00 What Crypto Analysts Are Saying About NEAR Protocol While specific analyst predictions are limited, recent technical analysis from blockchain news platforms provides insight into NEAR's trajectory. According to analyst Alvin Lang's February 23rd assessment, "NEAR Protocol trades with RSI at neutral levels, suggesting potential recovery to $1.35 resistance zone within 4-6 weeks if bulls reclaim key pivot levels." Felix Pinkston noted on February 20th that "NEAR Protocol could rally to $1.20 if it breaks above resistance, with oversold RSI conditions potentially sparking recovery." Today's 14% surge appears to validate this technical outlook. On-chain data suggests improved network activity, though specific KOL sentiment remains mixed as the protocol navigates current market conditions. NEAR Technical Analysis Breakdown NEAR's technical picture has improved significantly following today's rally. The RSI sits at a neutral 51.15, providing room for further upside without entering overbought territory. This represents a substantial improvement from the oversold conditions seen in recent weeks. The MACD remains bearish with a histogram reading of 0.0000, though the convergence suggests momentum may be shifting. NEAR's position at 0.97 within the Bollinger Bands indicates the token is testing the upper band at $1.14, with potential for a breakout above this level. Key moving averages paint a mixed picture. NEAR trades above both the 7-day SMA ($1.06) and 20-day SMA ($1.04), indicating short-term bullish momentum. However, the token remains below the 50-day SMA ($1.31) and significantly below the 200-day SMA ($2.03), highlighting the longer-term downtrend that needs to be overcome. The current pivot point sits at $1.13, just below the current price, with immediate resistance at $1.27 and strong resistance at $1.40. Support levels are established at $1.00 (immediate) and $0.86 (strong support). NEAR Protocol Price Targets: Bull vs Bear Case Bullish Scenario In the bullish case for this NEAR price prediction, a sustained break above the $1.27 immediate resistance could trigger a move toward the strong resistance at $1.40. This represents a potential 23% upside from current levels. Technical confirmation would come from: RSI breaking above 60 while maintaining momentum MACD histogram turning positive Volume sustaining above the 24-hour average of $46.2 million A decisive close above the 50-day SMA at $1.31 The NEAR Protocol forecast becomes increasingly optimistic if the token can reclaim levels above $1.40, potentially opening a path back toward the $2.00 psychological level over the medium term. Bearish Scenario The bearish scenario for NEAR involves a failure to hold the $1.13 pivot point, which could trigger a retreat toward the $1.00 support level. A break below $1.00 would expose the strong support at $0.86, representing a potential 25% downside risk. Key bearish signals to watch include: - RSI falling below 45 - Rejection at the Bollinger Band upper boundary - Volume declining below recent averages - Failure to reclaim the 20-day SMA on any pullbacks Should You Buy NEAR? Entry Strategy For traders considering NEAR Protocol, the current technical setup offers both opportunities and risks. Conservative entry points include: Aggressive Entry: Current levels around $1.14, with a stop-loss at $1.00 (12% risk) Conservative Entry: Wait for a pullback to the $1.06-$1.08 range (7-day SMA support) Breakout Entry: Above $1.27 with volume confirmation, targeting $1.40 Risk management is crucial given NEAR's ATR of $0.08, indicating moderate volatility. Position sizing should account for the potential 12-25% downside risk to key support levels. Conclusion This NEAR price prediction suggests cautious optimism for the protocol in the near term. The 14% rally has improved the technical picture, with the token now testing key resistance levels. A break above $1.27 could trigger the next leg higher toward $1.40, while failure to hold $1.13 may result in a retest of $1.00 support. The NEAR Protocol forecast remains dependent on broader market conditions and the token's ability to sustain current momentum above key technical levels. Traders should monitor volume and RSI for confirmation of the next directional move. Disclaimer: This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Cryptocurrency investments carry significant risk, and past performance does not guarantee future results. Always conduct your own research and consider your risk tolerance before making investment decisions. Image source: Shutterstock near price analysis near price prediction |
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After 820% Gains: Privacy Coins Evolve into Payment Rails | cryptonews |
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Privacy-focused cryptocurrencies entered a renaissance period in 2025. Zcash saw a 600% to 820% surge that year, followed by Monero, which saw a 130% surge. The growth unlocked institutional recognition, with Grayscale also entering the fold, giving it enough relevance to be researched further.
With structural acknowledgment from institutions, it has become clear that privacy-centric tokens are no longer reliant on speculation, but focus on something more substantial. Privacy Tokens to Payment Rails: Substantial Ecosystem Evolution The clearest example of the “privacy tokens to payment rails” theory consolidating last year is Dash. Following the DashSpend upgrade, the platform experienced a 30% increase in merchant integrations across Latin America and Africa in 2025. BTCPayServer has also added support for Dash, lending its infrastructure as an open-source payment processor focusing on three core ideals: privacy, censorship-resistance, and security.The same server now hosts another project, known as Beldex. $BDX is now live on @BtcpayServer 🔥 Merchants worldwide can accept native BDX through a self-hosted, open-source payment infrastructure across @WooCommerce, @Shopify, @drupal, and more. Privacy in payments. Real-world utility. 🚀 Read more 👇https://t.co/jTcrb8QlRy — Beldex.bdx (@BeldexCoin) February 19, 2026 Beldex is a privacy-first network delivering privacy-centric infrastructure, including private transactions, a messaging app, and a web browser. After integration with BTCPayServer, the private-transaction enabling platform was already integrated with ShopinBit. The multi-pronged approach of real-world checkout utility and privacy-preserving payments has also evolved BDX, Beldex’s native crypto, into a medium of exchange. The privacy-anchored multi-utility ecosystem that Beldex has established has also caught the attention of Grayscale. The world’s largest digital asset investment platform added BDX to its list of top 20 performers of Q4 last year. Beldex among @Grayscale‘s top 20 in Q4 2025. https://t.co/gMtOrTMLaF — Beldex.bdx (@BeldexCoin) December 30, 2025 Focusing on a Multi-Jurisdictional Presence While privacy-centric tokens have gained the attention of institutions, such assets can only have an impact if they acquire a multi-jurisdictional presence.It widens the reach of these tokens into remittance-heavy, regulated, retail markets and establishes strategic liquidity corridors while enforcing geographic decentralization of liquidity. Beldex has followed suit by expanding into Kraken, Grovex, and Coins.ph so far.Through Kraken, it has doors to expand in the crypto-friendly U.S. market, alongside Canada. Australian exposure emerges from Grovex, and penetration of Southeast Asian retail becomes possible through Coins.ph. Beyond Listing: Ecosystem Maturity Through Long-Term Infrastructure The core ethos of a privacy-centric token is to reduce custodial dependency. That can only be enforced through establishing long-term holder infrastructure. Hardware wallets offer this approach. In the case of Beldex, Tangem has been chosen. Tangem is a self-custodial hardware wallet with ease-of-access features such as no seed phrase, access management, and multi-account support. A cold wallet like Tangem matures a digital asset beyond listings. For BDX, this integration means accessing Beldex’s infrastructure that goes beyond the payment ecosystem. Beyond Payment: An Ecosystem Anchored in Privacy-Focused Infrastructure Concerns related to privacy in a digital financial environment do not end at payments. With blockchain, ecosystems are diversifying their focus towards a full tech stack while keeping the core anchor, privacy, central. Beldex’s ecosystem offers privacy-focused infrastructure through multiple layers: The Messaging Layer BChat acts as the messaging layer within the Beldex ecosystem. The system uses decentralized masternode-based routing and end-to-end encryption to keep the message insulated from outside influence. Per the document on the official website, the messages are insulated from traffic analysis while being unlinkable. The Network Layer BelNet acts as Beldex’s network layer, offering a distributed network for private internet browsing. The layer is a decentralized VPN that enables fully private browsing while offering Sybil attack resistance, native UDP routing, incentivized network structure, and high speed. The Browser Layer Beldex Browser is the browser layer of the Beldex ecosystem. It features integrated DVPN (Belnet), blocks adverts, and keeps the ecosystem censorship-free. The Identity Layer BNS is the human-readable decentralized naming infrastructure. This utility will come soon as the ecosystem further matures.The four layers reinforce Beldex’s tokenomics, providing real use cases that keep the ecosystem active by driving on-chain utility and network activity. Protocol Upgrades To Further Enforce Privacy Enforcing the security of digital assets is possible through adopting advanced technologies with multiple security layers. Within the blockchain ecosystem, there are two ways to implement that: transaction protocols and consensus mechanisms. Beldex implements a VRF-based consensus mechanism. VRF is a Verifiable Random Function validator selection, a cryptographic function that randomizes output alongside proof of authenticity. Anyone can verify this proof. What makes this consensus mechanism robust is randomized validator screening that prevents the network from being manipulated. The network anonymization protocol that Beldex has implemented to further reinforce its ecosystem is Dandelion++. As a transaction protocol that protects against deanonymization attacks, Dandelion++ is a proven technology that further strengthens network security by adding only a few seconds of latency. Final Words The general market has begun to realize that privacy tokens should not be judged solely by speculation. They are the foundations of a new privacy-focused infrastructure that is now strengthening thanks to institutional penetration.Institutional penetration has bolstered research, transitioning these digital assets towards real use cases, ranging from payment rails to a full privacy stack.In the case of Beldex, these systems further strengthen the position of privacy-centric infrastructure that’s simple enough to interact with, enabling wide market adoption. |
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APT Price Prediction: Targets $1.24 Breakout by March 2026 | cryptonews |
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APT shows mixed signals at $0.96 with neutral RSI at 43.38. Technical analysis suggests potential rally to $1.24 resistance if key levels hold, though bearish MACD signals caution for March outlook. APT Price Prediction Summary • Short-term target (1 week): $1.10 • Medium-term forecast (1 month): $0.83-$1.24 range • Bullish breakout level: $1.24 • Critical support: $0.83 What Crypto Analysts Are Saying About Aptos While specific analyst predictions are limited in recent market commentary, historical forecasts provide context for current price action. Timothy Morano's January 2026 prediction targeting $1.95-$2.30 has not materialized, with APT currently trading significantly below those levels at $0.96. According to on-chain data platforms, Aptos has shown resilience despite broader market headwinds. The current trading dynamics suggest institutional interest remains, particularly given the substantial 24-hour volume of $34.96 million on Binance spot markets alone. APT Technical Analysis Breakdown The technical picture for APT presents a mixed but cautiously optimistic outlook. At $0.96, Aptos is trading above its 7-day simple moving average of $0.89 and just above the 20-day SMA at $0.94, indicating short-term momentum recovery. The RSI reading of 43.38 places APT in neutral territory, suggesting neither overbought nor oversold conditions. This provides room for upward movement without immediate technical resistance from momentum indicators. However, the MACD tells a more cautious story. With both MACD and signal lines at -0.1122 and a histogram reading of 0.0000, bearish momentum persists despite recent price stability. This divergence between price action and momentum indicators warrants careful monitoring. The Bollinger Bands analysis reveals APT positioned at 0.58 between the bands, closer to the middle band ($0.94) than either extreme. With the upper band at $1.09 and lower band at $0.78, the current price suggests balanced trading conditions with potential for movement in either direction. Aptos Price Targets: Bull vs Bear Case Bullish Scenario The most immediate Aptos forecast in a bullish scenario targets the $1.10 immediate resistance level, representing a 14% upside from current levels. This aligns closely with the intraday high of $1.11, suggesting this level has been recently tested. A sustained break above $1.10 could open the path to the strong resistance at $1.24, offering nearly 30% upside potential. This level becomes crucial for any meaningful APT price prediction, as it represents the gateway to higher targets. Technical confirmation for bullish momentum would require the RSI to push above 50 and the MACD histogram to turn positive. Additionally, sustained trading above the 20-day moving average at $0.94 remains essential. Bearish Scenario The bearish case for Aptos centers around the immediate support level at $0.83. A break below this level, particularly on high volume, could signal further downside toward the strong support at $0.71. Given that APT remains well below longer-term moving averages (50-day SMA at $1.32 and 200-day SMA at $2.81), the broader trend structure suggests vulnerability to deeper corrections. The bearish MACD configuration supports this cautious outlook. Risk factors include broader cryptocurrency market weakness and any failure to maintain current support levels during periods of increased volatility. Should You Buy APT? Entry Strategy Based on current technical levels, a layered entry strategy appears most prudent for APT. The immediate support at $0.83 represents an attractive entry point for risk-tolerant investors, offering a favorable risk-reward ratio toward the $1.10-$1.24 resistance zone. For more conservative approaches, waiting for a confirmed break above $1.10 with accompanying volume could provide better confirmation of upward momentum, though this strategy sacrifices some upside potential. Stop-loss levels should be placed below the strong support at $0.71, providing reasonable downside protection while allowing for normal market volatility. The daily ATR of $0.07 suggests typical daily moves, helping inform position sizing decisions. Conclusion The APT price prediction for March 2026 suggests a cautiously optimistic outlook, with potential for testing the $1.24 resistance level if current support holds. However, the mixed technical signals and bearish MACD momentum require careful risk management. The Aptos forecast balances between immediate upside potential to $1.10 and downside risk toward $0.83. Traders should monitor volume patterns and momentum indicator developments for clearer directional signals. This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Cryptocurrency investments carry significant risk, and past performance does not guarantee future results. Always conduct your own research and consider your risk tolerance before making investment decisions. Image source: Shutterstock apt price analysis apt price prediction |
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Circle CEO Says Company's Stablecoin Infrastructure Has Benefitted Prediction Markets: Here's How | cryptonews |
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Circle Internet Group Inc. (NYSE:CRCL) CEO Jeremy Allaire said Wednesday that the company's flagship USDC (CRYPTO: USDC) stablecoin has facilitated settlements “at the speed of the Internet” on prediction markets USDC Helps People Move Quickly, Says CEO During Circle's fourth-quarter earnings call, Allaire was asked about the company's collaboration with platforms like Polymarket. “What something like USDC does, and our infrastructure does for prediction markets like Polymarket, is that people want to be able to move quickly,” the CEO responded.
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Bitcoin price reclaims $68K amid short liquidations and bullish Nvidia earnings | cryptonews |
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Bitcoin price rebounded over 7% to $69,487 on Thursday amid a spike in short liquidations and improved risk-on sentiment following a bullish Nvidia earnings report.
Summary Bitcoin price approached $70K amid a short squeeze and bullish Nvidia earnings report. Spot Bitcoin ETFs drew in $257 million in inflows on Wednesday. According to data from crypto.news, Bitcoin (BTC) price shot up to an intraday high of $69,487 on Thursday, Feb. 26, before settling around $68,200 at press time, still holding 4.6% gains over the past 24 hours. The bellwether’s rebound follows just two days after it fell under $63,000 amid investor fears over macroeconomic and geopolitical uncertainty. Bitcoin price rallied as investors bought the asset during the recent dip in prices. As BTC price rose, it triggered liquidations of highly leveraged bearish bets across leveraged crypto markets. Data from CoinGlass shows that roughly $576 million worth of positions were liquidated from BTC futures, with around $470 million coming from short positions. Bitcoin alone accounted for $194 million in short liquidations. Short liquidation occurs when rising prices force traders who bet against the asset to close their positions, with traders having to buy back the asset at higher prices to cover their losses. This, in turn, leads to an immediate spike in prices through a feedback loop often called a short squeeze. Bullish Nvidia earnings lift market sentiment Another major tailwind that boosted BTC price and other altcoins came from investors embracing a risk-on sentiment as stocks posted modest gains and broader risk sentiment improved with Nvidia Corp.’s latest bullish earnings report. Notably, the Dow Jones Index increased by 307 points on Wednesday. At the same time, the Nasdaq 100 and S&P 500 indices jumped by 351 and 56 points. AI chip-making giant Nvidia, the world’s largest publicly traded company, reported record-breaking earnings for Q4 of Fiscal Year 2026. Quarterly revenue reached an all-time high, increasing 20% quarter-over-quarter and 73% year-over-year. For the full fiscal year 2026, total revenue reached $215.9 billion, a 65% increase from the previous year. Previously, investors were concerned about excessive AI spending by Big Tech giants. However, the back-to-back bullish earnings from Nvidia, seen as a barometer for the AI-fueled trade, appear to have calmed investors’ nerves. The return of inflows into spot Bitcoin ETFs also likely played a modest part in improving investor sentiment. Data from SoSoValue show that the 12 spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded $257.7 million in inflows on Wednesday, marking the first triple-digit inflows figures since Feb. 10. While it is not yet a strong sign of a long-term trend, investors took it as a positive signal that institutional demand remains resilient despite recent market volatility. Disclosure: This article does not represent investment advice. The content and materials featured on this page are for educational purposes only. |
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ETH treasury firm ETHZilla rebrands as Forum Markets to focus on tokenization | cryptonews |
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Former Ethereum treasury firm EthZilla has officially rebranded as Forum Markets as it moves ahead with its pivot towards a full-fledged tokenized real-world assets-focused firm.
Summary Rebranded as Forum Markets, the company will trade under the ticker FRMM from March 2. Under the Forum Markets brand, the company is repositioning itself as a tokenised real-world asset platform. Peter Thiel’s Founders Fund exited its position in the company earlier this month as the stock remained deeply below its August 2025 peak. According to the official announcement, the company has updated its corporate name and brand to Forum Markets as it moves away from its earlier positioning as an Ethereum treasury company. As part of the rebranding, it has also changed its Nasdaq ticker symbol to FRMM and is expected to begin trading under the new symbol on March 2, subject to Nasdaq approval. Forum framed the move as the “next development in the company’s planned strategic evolution” and said it plans on “connecting traditional capital markets with blockchain-based financial infrastructure.” “Forum embodies our belief that the next generation of financial markets will be built around institutional-grade, on-chain products backed by real assets, governed by transparency, and delivered through regulated infrastructure,” the company’s chairman and CEO, McAndrew Rudisill, said in an accompanying statement. The company said its platform is designed to aggregate, structure, and tokenize cash generating real world assets that were previously inaccessible to a broader base of investors. Forum will leverage its subsidiaries and strategic partners to create a repeatable pipeline to originate and distribute tokenized investment products across multiple asset classes. Forum has already begun phasing out its balance sheet crypto strategy and announced earlier this month that it had acquired two commercial jet engines leased to a “leading US air carrier,” which will underpin its first aviation-backed offering, the Eurus Aero Token I. ETH treasury plans fail to hold investor attention ETHZilla shares climbed more than 13% after the company announced the rebrand and ticker change. However, on a year-to-date basis, the company’s shares were down over 20% as crypto treasury stocks have struggled to gain traction over the past months. ETHZilla, formerly a biotech company known as 180 Life Sciences, transitioned into an Ethereum treasury firm last year while crypto treasury stocks were trending. Subsequently, it acquired as much as 102,246 ETH at the height of the strategy, but as the initial enthusiasm faded and share prices retreated, the company later announced its intent to pivot toward the tokenized real-world asset market. Earlier this month, Peter Thiel’s Founders Fund, an early backer of the company, exited its position. ETHZilla has also moved to sell portions of its assets to scale back its crypto exposure and initiate share buybacks in an effort to stabilise its equity performance. |
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Bitcoin Jumps To 69500 In Renewed Market Optimism | cryptonews |
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Summarize this article with: Boosted by the rebound in U.S. equity markets and strong corporate earnings, Bitcoin has once again crossed the $69,500 mark, reconnecting with technical levels closely monitored by investors. After several weeks of hesitation, the return of risk appetite reinvigorates the crypto market. It remains to be seen whether this movement marks a true turning point or a mere rebound fueled by the macroeconomic context. In brief Bitcoin climbs back above $68,000 after a strong rebound in U.S. equity markets. Strong corporate earnings revive investors’ appetite for risky assets. Bitcoin rapidly rises from $62,400 to nearly $69,500 in less than 24 hours. The $70,000 threshold becomes a key technical and psychological level moving forward. A rally fueled by the return of risk appetite Bitcoin crossed the $68,000 threshold amid a strong rebound in U.S. equity markets. Indeed, BTC moved from about $62,400 to nearly $69,500 in less than 24 hours, benefiting from renewed optimism linked to corporate earnings releases. The analysis firm QCP Capital summarizes the situation by stating that “the strength of corporate earnings has revived risk appetite,” highlighting that the robustness of profits has rekindled interest in risky assets. More specifically, several factual factors supported this movement : Bitcoin reached the $69,500 zone after trading around $62,400 the previous day ; U.S. equity markets recorded a significant rebound, favoring a rotation toward higher volatility assets ; The $68,000 threshold was reclaimed, a technical level observed before the prior consolidation phase. This movement thus fits within a broader macroeconomic dynamic, where the flagship crypto has moved in correlation with traditional indices. At this stage, the facts show momentum driven by improved sentiment in global markets, without prejudging structural strength. ETF flows and market structure: different signals Beyond the rebound linked to equity markets, flows recorded on spot Bitcoin ETFs listed in the United States constituted another key element. Data indicate that these products recorded significant net inflows, breaking with several sessions marked by outflows. This resurgence of flows suggests renewed institutional interest for direct exposure to BTC via regulated vehicles. At the same time, derivative market indicators showed a more measured setup. Thus, open interest on futures contracts had declined before the rise, while funding rates remained contained. In other words, the recent increase does not appear to have been driven by excess speculative leverage. The rise seems more supported by spot demand than by aggressive accumulation of leveraged positions. It remains to be seen if this combination—renewed ETF flows and relatively healthy market structure—will be enough to anchor Bitcoin sustainably above $68,000. The $70,000 threshold now constitutes a psychological and technical level to watch closely. The continuation of ETF inflows and the maintenance of a favorable macroeconomic environment could consolidate the momentum. Conversely, a reversal of sentiment in traditional markets or a drying up of institutional flows would revive volatility. As often in the crypto market, the balance remains fragile between bullish momentum and structural caution. Maximize your Cointribune experience with our "Read to Earn" program! For every article you read, earn points and access exclusive rewards. Sign up now and start earning benefits. Join the program A A Lien copié Luc Jose A. Diplômé de Sciences Po Toulouse et titulaire d'une certification consultant blockchain délivrée par Alyra, j'ai rejoint l'aventure Cointribune en 2019. Convaincu du potentiel de la blockchain pour transformer de nombreux secteurs de l'économie, j'ai pris l'engagement de sensibiliser et d'informer le grand public sur cet écosystème en constante évolution. Mon objectif est de permettre à chacun de mieux comprendre la blockchain et de saisir les opportunités qu'elle offre. Je m'efforce chaque jour de fournir une analyse objective de l'actualité, de décrypter les tendances du marché, de relayer les dernières innovations technologiques et de mettre en perspective les enjeux économiques et sociétaux de cette révolution en marche. DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this article belong solely to the author, and should not be taken as investment advice. Do your own research before taking any investment decisions. |
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Aave surpasses $1T lending as Horizon opens RWA markets | cryptonews |
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Aave has surpassed $1T cumulative lending, here’s what that meansAave’s cumulative lending volume has surpassed $1 trillion, described as the first such milestone for a DeFi protocol, as reported by Cointelegraph. In the same coverage, early institutional users of Aave Horizon were cited as VanEck, WisdomTree, and Securitize, and the protocol was said to have generated about $83.3 million in fees over the past 30 days. These figures frame both the scale of on-chain credit demand and the protocol’s growing fee throughput. Cumulative lending volume is the all-time sum of loan originations, not the amount currently outstanding or deposited. It can be large even when total value locked or active debt is lower, especially after repayments or market drawdowns. Crossing the mark indicates durable borrowing demand and operational throughput across multiple market conditions. It does not, by itself, guarantee proportional revenue growth or reduced risk. Why this milestone matters for DeFi and Aave’s economyAccording to AInvest, the milestone signals Aave’s role as a reusable “utility layer” for on-chain borrowing, while real-world assets (RWAs) and permissioned markets help bridge traditional finance and decentralized infrastructure. This positioning suggests that long-run growth could depend on integrating off-chain assets with on-chain liquidity under clear risk controls. Aave leadership has framed the protocol as base-layer infrastructure for open finance. “A decade ago, DeFi and Aave didn’t exist. They were just ideas. Today, Aave stands as the backbone of onchain lending,” said Stani Kulechov, CEO of Aave Labs. Looking ahead, Kulechov has described a broad tokenization opportunity across “abundance assets” such as energy and robotics; according to Coinpaper, he has estimated a potential $30–50 trillion addressable market by 2050. Such forecasts are directional and depend on regulatory clarity, institutional adoption, and standardized collateral frameworks. The milestone also heightens an ongoing governance conversation about value capture for the DAO versus funding for product development. The outcome of that debate will shape how volume translates into treasury sustainability and broader ecosystem incentives. BingX: a trusted exchange delivering real advantages for traders at every level. Institutional participation via Aave Horizon centers on permissioned markets where tokenized RWAs can serve as collateral for stablecoin borrowing; according to Chainlink Today, this “embedded DeFi” model is intended to plug into traditional back-office workflows. As RWA collateral grows, due diligence, custody standards, and reliable pricing oracles become more consequential. Fee generation scales with utilization, spreads, and liquidations, but conversion to durable DAO revenue depends on parameters and revenue-routing policies. High volumes can coincide with thinner net margins if competition, incentives, or risk buffers compress take rates. Permissioned RWA markets introduce legal, operational, and counterparty considerations alongside on-chain liquidation mechanics. As activity scales, governance, disclosures, and risk limits need to evolve to keep tail risks bounded. Cumulative volume vs TVL, active loans, and DAO revenueWhat Aave’s $1T cumulative lending volume measures and how it’s calculatedCumulative lending volume aggregates the notional amount of every loan origination over time across supported markets. Each borrow event is counted at face value; repayments do not reduce the total. The figure is typically derived from transaction-level on-chain logs of borrow and deposit events. Why volume and protocol revenue can diverge across market cyclesBorrow demand can surge while net fee capture tightens if interest spreads compress, incentives are high, or risk parameters favor utilization over margin. Collateral composition matters: volatile assets, stablecoins, and RWAs carry different risk charges, liquidation profiles, and oracle dependencies. Market stress can also boost liquidation-related flows that are episodic, not steady-state revenue. FAQ about Aave $1 trillion lending volumeHow does Aave Horizon work and which institutions are using RWAs as collateral?Horizon offers permissioned Aave markets where institutions borrow stablecoins against tokenized RWAs. Early participation has been reported from large asset managers and tokenization platforms. Is Aave really the first DeFi protocol to cross $1T in lending volume, and how does it compare to rivals?Whether it is “first” depends on each protocol’s disclosed methodology; rankings vary by metric and chain. DISCLAIMER: The information on this website is provided as general market commentary and does not constitute investment advice. We encourage you to do your own research before investing. Rate this post |
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Bitcoin nears $70K as altcoins surge, analysts call rally relief bounce | cryptonews |
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Bitcoin approached the $70,000 level on Wednesday evening before retreating to about $68,100 in Thursday trading, highlighting ongoing volatility in digital-asset markets.
The move represented roughly a 5% swing between the session high and an overnight low near $67,700 and marked the strongest attempt to reclaim the $70,000 threshold since the Feb. 5 market downturn. Despite the advance, analysts cautioned that the move does not yet signal a sustained trend reversal, describing the rally as a temporary recovery rather than the start of a new bull phase. Altcoins outperform as risk appetite returnsMarket activity showed broader participation beyond bitcoin itself. Several alternative cryptocurrencies significantly outpaced the largest token. Ether rose about 8.5%, Solana gained 6.9%, Cardano surged 10.8%, and Dogecoin added roughly 8.3%, while bitcoin’s 4.3% rise was among the smallest gains within the top ten digital assets. Such divergence often indicates increasing investor risk tolerance, as traders shift toward higher-beta assets after periods of heavy selling. “The wave of forced selling is starting to clear out,” said Daniel Reis-Faria, CEO of ZeroStack, in a CoinDesk report. “Altcoins are outperforming again, and more of them are ahead of bitcoin. That tells me we're seeing a rotation.” Trading activity also expanded, with bitcoin volumes rising 34% over 24 hours. Ethereum moved above the $2,000 resistance level, and the global cryptocurrency market capitalization climbed to approximately $2.26 trillion. Stocks linked to digital assets followed the move, with Strategy Inc. (formerly known as Microstrategy) and Coinbase Global rising 8.86% and 13.52%, respectively. More than $580 million in crypto positions were liquidated during the rally, largely wiping out bearish short bets, according to Coinglass. Bitcoin open interest increased 3.44%, although whale sentiment across major exchanges remained negative. Market sentiment indicators still reflected caution, with the Crypto Fear & Greed Index showing “Extreme Fear.” Macro backdrop and market correlationsThe recovery occurred alongside broader financial market strength. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 307.65 points, or 0.63%, while the S&P 500 gained 0.81% and the Nasdaq Composite climbed 1.26%. Precious metals also advanced modestly. The cryptocurrency rebound followed Nvidia’s earnings report, which beat expectations but failed to sustain a strong rally in technology shares. Nasdaq 100 futures fell 0.3% after the release, and Nvidia shares ended extended trading only slightly higher. Analysts said the macro environment remains fragile. Market maker Wintermute observed crypto tokens have been moving in tandem with technology equities as investors shift capital toward defensive assets. Matrixport cited stagnating stablecoin supply as a “significant obstacle” to bitcoin’s recovery, while Glassnode estimated broader liquidity conditions may take at least six months to improve. Risks and outlook remain uncertainOn-chain indicators suggest selling pressure has eased but not reversed. CryptoQuant reported bitcoin’s fund-flow ratio remains low, implying reduced sell-side pressure but not a confirmed upward trend. “If the ratio remains low, any upward price reaction could create the conditions for a strong short squeeze. In other words, be prepared for a relief bounce,” CryptoQuant added. Technical risks persist. Bitrue warned that a drop below $60,000 could trigger declines toward $50,000-$55,000 or even $47,000 if liquidations accelerate. On-chain platform Santiment flagged rising “FOMO” chatter as a “good profit-taking signal.” |
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Circle Q4 Revenue Jumps 77% as USDC Circulation Hits $75 Billion | cryptonews |
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USDC circulation climbed to $75.3 billion as Circle posted strong fourth-quarter growth with revenue rising 77%. The company is advancing its Arc mainnet launch and expanding global stablecoin partnerships.
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Vitalik Buterin Says Ethereum Will Soon Achieve Quantum Resistance | cryptonews |
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Vitalik Buterin Says Ethereum Will Soon Achieve Quantum Resistance Prefer us on Google Vitalik Buterin says Ethereum (ETH) will achieve quantum resistance soon via post-quantum hash-based signatures in the Strawmap, a four-year Layer 1 (L1) upgrade plan. Why it matters: Quantum computers could break Ethereum’s current encryption; hash-based signatures would close that gap before the threat arrives. Buterin’s confirmation moves quantum resistance from a research topic to a scheduled Ethereum upgrade target. The Strawmap’s six-month fork schedule means quantum-resistant slots could ship within the plan’s first two upgrades. The details: Buterin confirmed the timeline via X on February 26, 2026, citing the Ethereum Foundation’s Strawmap. The Strawmap was published at strawmap.org after an Ethereum Foundation workshop in January 2026. The name blends “strawman” and “roadmap,” meaning the plan is experimental and built to be revised. The four-year plan targets ~7 forks every six months; Glamsterdam and Hegotá are confirmed for 2026. Buterin also proposed cutting block time to 2 seconds and finality from ~16 minutes to 6–16 seconds. The big picture: Bitcoin and Solana ecosystems are also running post-quantum research, making it a growing priority across blockchains. A fixed six-month fork schedule marks a faster, more structured upgrade cadence for Ethereum’s L1. The Strawmap is explicitly a draft — timelines, including quantum resistance, could shift as development progresses. Disclaimer In adherence to the Trust Project guidelines, BeInCrypto is committed to unbiased, transparent reporting. This news article aims to provide accurate, timely information. However, readers are advised to verify facts independently and consult with a professional before making any decisions based on this content. Please note that our Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimers have been updated. Read Next |
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World Liberty Financial unveils staking-first governance model with USD1 incentives | cryptonews |
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Trump-backed World Liberty Financial has introduced a new proposal to overhaul its governance through a new Governance Staking System designed to incentivize long-term participation, redirect arbitrage profits to committed token holders, and deepen adoption of its USD1 stablecoin.
Summary WLFI proposes mandatory staking for unlocked tokens to participate in governance, with ~2% targeted APR for active voters. A new Node and Super Node tier system offers OTC USD1 conversion access and prioritized partnership discussions. The plan aims to redirect stablecoin arbitrage profits from market makers to long-term WLFI ecosystem participants. World Liberty Financial aims to redirect USD1 arbitrage profits to token stakers Under the proposal, holders of unlocked WLFI (WLFI) tokens will be required to stake their tokens in order to participate in governance voting. Staking will carry a minimum lock-up period of 180 days, with voting power determined by a non-linear square root formula that factors in both the amount staked and remaining lock duration. Governance rights will be dynamic and non-transferable, adjusting as lock-ups decline. Active participation is central to the design. Stakers must vote at least twice during their lock-up period to qualify for base staking rewards, targeted at roughly 2% APR and paid from the WLFI treasury. The reward rate will be determined at WLFI’s discretion and is not tied to revenue or operational performance. Only staking participants will receive USD1 deposit incentives on WLFI Markets provided by Dolomite. The proposal also introduces a tiered structure. “Nodes,” defined as participants staking at least 10 million WLFI, would gain access to over-the-counter USD1 conversion via licensed market makers at 1:1 parity. World Liberty Financial plans to subsidize these conversions, redirecting arbitrage opportunities previously captured by institutional intermediaries, estimated at 10–15 basis points per cycle. At the top tier, “Super Nodes” staking 50 million WLFI would receive guaranteed access to the WLFI team for partnership discussions and potential economic incentives, subject to compliance and commercial review. The proposal requires a quorum of 1 billion eligible WLFI voting tokens and a simple majority to pass, with a seven-day voting window. If approved, implementation will roll out in three phases, beginning with governance staking activation. |
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Bitcoin Jumped to $69K, But Analysts Warn of Strong Resistance Ahead | cryptonews |
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After a week of heavy selling, Bitcoin price has finally bounced back strongly, jumping 6% to to its previous 2021 high near $69,000. The sudden move forced bearish traders to close short positions, triggering total liquidations of about $571 million.
Despite this strong recovery, analysts say it is too early to confirm a long-term trend reversal, as key resistance levels are still intact. Crypto Liquidation Driving Bitcoin Price RallyToday’s crypto market rally was not driven by bullish news or new regulations. The main reason was forced liquidations. In the past 24 hours, more than 132,000 traders were liquidated, with total losses reaching about $571 million. Bitcoin alone saw around $231 million in liquidations, while Ethereum recorded over $202 million. Most of these liquidations, more than 85%, came from short positions. Following this, the Fear & Greed Index jumped to 18, showing that traders are regaining confidence. Another key reason behind the rally is strong inflows into Spot Bitcoin ETFs. On February 25, ETFs saw $506.6 million in inflows, bringing total inflows to about $54.57 billion. Altcoins and Crypto Stocks Also See Strong RecoveryThe recovery has not been limited to Bitcoin. Major large cap crpytocurreny such as Ethereum, XRP, Solana, Dogecoin, and Cardano have also recorded a rise of 6 to 12% momentum. Additionally, crypto-related stocks have also seen a sharp recovery. Coinbase shares rose 14%, Strategy, the largest corporate Bitcoin holder, gained 9%, and even the Metaplanet saw a jump of 10%, trading around $331. Similarly, Stablecoin company Circle surged 34% following strong earnings. Bitcoin Faces Key Major Resistance AheadAs the crypto market started to recover, crypto analyst Joel Kruger advised traders to stay careful. He believes the market is still in a bearish phase. According to him, another drop is possible if Bitcoin fails to break key resistance levels. The first major resistance zone is between $70,000 and $72,000. Bitcoin has been rejected in this area three times before, and each time the price fell back below $65,000. Another important level is near $78,000. This level reflects Bitcoin’s estimated fair value based on on-chain capital flow data. If Bitcoin breaks above $78,000, it would show strong bullish momentum. Until that happens, the market may continue to move sideways in a consolidation range. Trust with CoinPedia:CoinPedia has been delivering accurate and timely cryptocurrency and blockchain updates since 2017. All content is created by our expert panel of analysts and journalists, following strict Editorial Guidelines based on E-E-A-T (Experience, Expertise, Authoritativeness, Trustworthiness). Every article is fact-checked against reputable sources to ensure accuracy, transparency, and reliability. Our review policy guarantees unbiased evaluations when recommending exchanges, platforms, or tools. We strive to provide timely updates about everything crypto & blockchain, right from startups to industry majors. Investment Disclaimer:All opinions and insights shared represent the author's own views on current market conditions. Please do your own research before making investment decisions. Neither the writer nor the publication assumes responsibility for your financial choices. Sponsored and Advertisements:Sponsored content and affiliate links may appear on our site. Advertisements are marked clearly, and our editorial content remains entirely independent from our ad partners. |
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Indiana Bitcoin Rights Bill clears legislature, awaits governor's signature | cryptonews |
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Indiana lawmakers have passed House Bill 1042, commonly referred to as the Bitcoin Rights Bill, clearing both legislative chambers and sending the measure to Governor Mike Braun for final approval.
Summary Indiana’s HB 1042 Bitcoin Rights Bill has passed both legislative chambers and now awaits Governor Mike Braun’s signature. The bill would allow cryptocurrency investment options in public retirement plans and protect individual digital asset access. If signed, the law will take effect July 1, 2026, reflecting growing institutional adoption of Bitcoin. Indiana passes Bitcoin Rights Bill as crypto adoption accelerates If signed into law, the bill will take effect on July 1, 2026, and would allow cryptocurrency investment options within public retirement plans while affirming the rights of individuals to access and use digital assets. The legislation marks a significant step in formalizing Bitcoin and broader digital asset participation within state-backed financial structures. The news comes as Arizona lawmakers advanced Senate Bill 1649, which would create a Digital Assets Strategic Reserve Fund allowing the state to hold, invest and potentially lend seized cryptocurrencies. By permitting exposure to cryptocurrencies in public pension portfolios, Indiana joins a growing list of jurisdictions responding to sustained institutional interest in Bitcoin (BTC), particularly following the strong performance and capital inflows into spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds over the past several years. Supporters argue the bill ensures that Indiana’s public institutions and citizens are not disadvantaged as digital assets increasingly become integrated into global financial markets. The measure also reinforces protections for individuals to hold and transact in cryptocurrencies without undue restriction, signaling a pro-innovation stance from state lawmakers. The push comes amid mounting pressure from financial markets to modernize investment frameworks. Since the launch and expansion of Bitcoin ETFs, institutional adoption has accelerated, prompting policymakers to revisit existing rules around retirement portfolio diversification and digital asset access. Governor Braun has yet to announce whether he will sign the bill, but if enacted, Indiana would position itself as one of the more crypto-forward states heading into the second half of 2026. |
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Was Jane Street behind recent Bitcoin and crypto market crashes? | cryptonews |
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Was Jane Street behind the dumps traders blame for sudden crashes, or did a lawsuit just flip the mood right now?
That question exploded on Wednesday as a rally hit right when an insider trading case naming Jane Street started spreading. Crypto added more than $170 billion in market value. Total market cap rose about 8% to nearly $2.5 trillion, as Bitcoin briefly traded above $70,000, per data from TradingView. Ethereum gained more than 13%. Solana surged over 15%. Traders blame the 10 a.m. dump The timing argument focused on 10 a.m. Eastern. On Wednesday, traders said the usual heavy selling around that hour did not show up after news of the lawsuit. Bark posted on X that Jane Street dumped Bitcoin “every morning at 10 a.m.” and said it liquidated retail and bought back lower. Bark added that after the lawsuit, “the 10 a.m. dump disappeared,” and called it Bitcoin’s best day in months. Onchain analyst Nonzee posted: “For months, 10 a.m. meant one thing: the Jane Street dump.” Nonzee added: “Today at 10 a.m.? Bitcoin rips higher instead.” No public evidence shows the firm sold bitcoin at a fixed daily time. Bloomberg Senior ETF Analyst Eric Balchunas posted “the bogeyman is gone” and asked if the rebound can last. Todd sues over the TerraUSD collapse The case was filed by the administrator winding down Do Kwon’s Terraform Labs. Todd Snyder, a plan administrator appointed by a bankruptcy court, is seeking damages from Jane Street, co-founder Robert Granieri, and employees Bryce Pratt and Michael Huang. In a heavily redacted complaint filed Monday in federal court in Manhattan, Snyder alleges the trading giant used material nonpublic information from Terraform insiders to front-run trades that sped up Terraform’s demise. Terraform collapsed in May 2022 when TerraUSD lost its peg to the dollar. A sister token, Luna, fell close to zero within days. The crash erased about $40 billion, hit hundreds of thousands of investors worldwide, and fed a chain reaction across crypto that later ended in the collapse of Sam Bankman-Fried’s FTX exchange. The complaint did also pointed out that Jane Street was a career launchpad for Bankman-Fried and Caroline Ellison before they founded Alameda Research and FTX. Terraform filed for bankruptcy in January 2024, and a wind-down trust was established later that year. Kwon, who founded Terraform in 2018, is serving a 15-year prison sentence after pleading guilty to two criminal counts in August. Snyder said: “Jane Street abused market relationships to rig the market in its favor.” He said he would pursue claims for Terraform creditors. A spokesperson allegedly replied: “This desperate suit is a transparent attempt to extract money,” and blamed Terra and Luna losses on “a multibillion-dollar fraud” by Terraform management. The spokesperson said the firm would defend itself. Bryce runs “Bryce’s Secret” chat, complaint says By late 2018, Jane Street signed up to trade directly with Terraform, but the lawsuit says token trading did not ramp until February 2022, when Pratt, a former Terraform intern, was sent to build communication lines with ex-colleagues. The lawsuit says Pratt created a group chat with former colleagues, including a software engineer and Terraform’s head of business development. The chat was named “Bryce’s Secret,” and the complaint says it funneled Terraform information back to the firm. Pratt also started an email chain introducing Terraform’s head of business development to the firm’s “DeFi” leaders, the lawsuit says. The parties began regular talks and discussed a possible investment, but the complaint alleges the talks became a back-channel for confidential information used to trade for profit. A key moment is May 7, 2022, at 5:44 p.m. EST, when Terraform withdrew 150 million TerraUSD from Curve3pool. The complaint says the withdrawal was not publicly announced. Less than 10 minutes later, a wallet that some analysts have linked to Jane Street withdrew 85 million TerraUSD from the same pool, the complaint alleges. The next day, Kwon said publicly the 150 million withdrawal was meant to move TerraUSD to a new liquidity pool. The complaint says the exact timing tied to the new pool, including any Curve3pool withdrawals, was not public knowledge. The lawsuit arrives two months after Snyder sued Jump Trading over an alleged secret deal to prop up TerraUSD before the collapse, then exit with billions in gains. The complaint says the firm kept using confidential information, including what it learned from Jump, to trade TerraUSD for more profit. On May 9, while TerraUSD was depegged but not fully collapsed, Pratt set up a group message with Kwon, Huang, and others at the firm, expressing interest in bidding on either bitcoin or Luna. The complaint says Kwon replied that Bill DiSomma, a Jump co-founder, should have reached out about a Terraform fundraise. |
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Is XRP price setting up for a 20% bounce in March? | cryptonews |
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A convincing bullish reversal setup and hints of easing whale distribution may push the price of XRP up by 20% or more in March.
XRP (XRP) is down more than 50% since October 2025, with five consecutive monthly losses. Can March finally snap the bearish streak? Key takeaways: XRP’s double-bottom setup targets 20% upside in March. Whale selling has cooled and larger-holder balances are rising, improving the bullish outlook. Double bottom hints at 20% XRP rallyAs of Thursday, XRP was forming what appeared to be a double bottom pattern after holding the $1.30–$1.35 support area twice in February. A double bottom forms when the price hits the same floor twice an rebounds. It resolves on a breakout above the neckline, often setting an upside target equal to the pattern’s height from the breakout level. XRP/USD daily chart. Source: TradingViewFor XRP, the neckline sits near $1.50. A decisive break above it increases the odds of XRP rising to $1.68–$1.70 by March, roughly 20% above the current levels. XRP whale flows improve recovery chancesXRP net flows are shrinking toward neutral levels after spending months in distribution phase, according to data resource CryptoQuant. As of Thursday, the total whale flow on a 90-day moving average was around -3.29 million XRP compared to roughly -33.50 million XRP in December. This shows that whale outflows have substantially decreased despite the 25% price drop in the same period. XRPL whale flow 90-day moving average vs. price. Source: CryptoQuantAt the same time, XRP supply held by wallets with at least 1,000 tokens has resumed its upward trajectory in recent weeks, suggesting that whales have stopped selling and may be re-accumulating near current lows. XRP supply held by addresses with at least 1,000 token balance. Source: GlassnodeA similar easing in whale flows occurred in April 2025, which preceded an XRP rebound of over 50%. Therefore, a clean flip above zero would signal net accumulation and strengthen the case for XRP to follow through toward its $1.68–$1.70 double-bottom target in March. What could spoil the bullish XRP scenario?The $1.68–$1.70 area is above XRP’s 50-day exponential moving average (50-day EMA, the red trendline), a level the price has failed to break throughout February. XRP/USD daily price chart. Source: TradingViewA pullback from the 50-day EMA could keep XRP from hitting its double-bottom target. That may further trigger a bear pennant scenario with the price target at around $1, down about 30% from the current price levels. Macro risks are another headwind. The return of the AI-driven risk-off trade and US–Iran tensions can drain liquidity from high-beta assets, making it harder for XRP to sustain a breakout even if the chart setup currently looks promising. This article does not contain investment advice or recommendations. Every investment and trading move involves risk, and readers should conduct their own research when making a decision. While we strive to provide accurate and timely information, Cointelegraph does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information in this article. This article may contain forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties. Cointelegraph will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from your reliance on this information. |
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Cardano Sharks & Whales Quietly Accumulate 819M ADA Amid Price Decline | cryptonews |
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On-chain data shows the Cardano sharks and whales have quietly been accumulating the asset even as the price has gone through a drawdown.
Cardano Sharks & Whales Have Increased Supply Share By 1.6% In a new post on X, on-chain analytics firm Santiment has talked about the latest trend in the supply of the Cardano sharks and whales. The indicator of interest here is the “Supply Distribution,” which tells us about the amount of the ADA circulating supply that’s held by a given wallet group. Addresses or investors are divided into these cohorts based on the number of tokens that they are carrying in their balance. The 1 to 10 coins cohort, for instance, includes the wallets owning between 1 and 10 ADA. In the context of the current topic, the range of interest is the 100,000 to 100 million coins one. At the current exchange rate, its lower end converts to $30,400 and upper one to $30.4 million. Given the scale involved, the range would cover some of the key investors of the market holding a notable amount. Holders of this kind are popularly called the sharks and whales. Moves from these traders can sometimes have an effect on the market, so they can be worth keeping an eye on. If nothing else, the behavior of these groups can be revealing about the sentiment among the influential entities. Now, here is the chart shared by Santiment that shows the trend in the Supply Distribution of the Cardano sharks and whales over the last few months: The value of the metric appears to have gone up in recent weeks | Source: Santiment on X As displayed in the above graph, the Cardano sharks and whales have seen their Supply Distribution rise over the last few months, indicating that the large investors have been accumulating. More specifically, the sharks and whales have added 819.4 million tokens (currently worth $248 million) to their wallets over the last six months. This has taken their supply share of the cryptocurrency from 66.84% to 68.44%. Interestingly, while the sharks and whales have expanded their supply during this window, the asset’s price has witnessed a significant drawdown instead. The timing could suggest that the key investors have been looking at the price decline as an opportunity to enter at lower levels. From the chart, it’s visible that the accumulation trend has become particularly steep this month. It now remains to be seen whether this buying will pay off for the Cardano sharks and whales or if the asset will go lower still. ADA Price Cardano has observed a strong surge of 14% during the last 24 hours that has taken its price to $0.30. The trend in the price of the coin over the last five days | Source: ADAUSDT on TradingView Featured image from Dall-E, chart from TradingView.com |
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Buterin Speaks Out About Ethereum's Post-Quantum Protection | cryptonews |
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Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has detailed a sweeping technical vision for the network's future.
The Canadian prodigy has detailed a "Ship of Theseus" style overhaul that will increase transaction speed and secure the blockchain against the threat of quantum computing. The network's path to faster performance will be linked to a migration toward post-quantum cryptography. HOT Stories This comes after Ethereum Foundation researcher Justin Drake released a new roadmap for the popular blockchain. The "bundle" strategy Buterin revealed that the Ethereum Foundation consensus upgrades will be paired with switching to quantum-resistant security protocols. Hence, this will not be treated as a separate security upgrade. The network will leverage the "invasive" nature of upcoming performance changes to swap out vulnerable cryptographic foundations. "Because this is a very invasive set of changes, the plan is to bundle the largest step in each change with a switch of the cryptography, notably to post-quantum hash-based signatures, and to a maximally STARK-friendly hash," Buterin wrote. "Chugging along" Buterin has noted that the network might achieve quantum resistance for its basic block production (slots) before it achieves it for finality. This creates a unique fail-safe in the event of a sudden technological leap in quantum computing. card "So we may well quite quickly get to a regime where, if quantum computers suddenly appear, we lose the finality guarantee, but the chain keeps chugging along," he said. The probability of a quantum breakthrough Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has been one of the crypto industry's most vocal figures regarding the "Q-Day" threat. In late 2025, he notably estimated a 20% probability that quantum computers capable of breaking current cryptography could emerge before 2030. |
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Altcoins Rally Today: DOT, NEAR, UNI & APT Jump as Crypto Market Turns Bullish | cryptonews |
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The altcoin rally is firmly back in focus today, as the broader crypto market turns green and risk appetite returns. After days of extreme fear and defensive positioning, improving market conditions triggered a sharp shift in trader behavior. As Bitcoin stabilized and selling pressure eased, capital rotated rapidly into higher-beta assets, igniting a powerful altcoin rally across major tokens. Let’s break down the data and see how each altcoin is positioned.
Altcoins Rally Backed by Social Volume and Broad ParticipationData from Santiment shows that today’s altcoin rally is broad-based, not limited to a single token or narrative. Key signals behind the altcoin rally: Strong price gains across multiple large-cap altcoinsRising social volume confirming renewed market attentionBreakouts from multi-week consolidation zonesData from Santiment shows that Polkadot (DOT), NEAR Protocol (NEAR), Uniswap (UNI), and Aptos (APT) are among the top gainers, each rallying between 14% and 25% in a single session. The surge is backed not just by price, but also by a noticeable spike in social volume, a classic signal of renewed market interest. This alignment between price and sentiment suggests the altcoin rally is being fueled by real participation rather than short-lived speculation. Polkadot (DOT) Leads the Altcoin Rally as ETF Narrative Gains TractionPolkadot is leading today’s altcoin rally, surging over 23% and outperforming most peers. DOT broke decisively above a prolonged consolidation range, triggering strong follow-through buying. Momentum strengthened further as ETF-related optimism entered the narrative, following reports that 21Shares filed an amended S-1 registration statement with the U.S. SEC for a Polkadot ETF. While approval is not guaranteed, the filing highlights growing institutional interest in DOT. Polkadot (DOT) Price key levels: Resistance: $2.0 – $2.40Support: $1.30-$1.00Bias: Bullish while holding above the breakout zoneNEAR Protocol (NEAR): Altcoin Rally Supports Trend ShiftNEAR gained around 15%, benefiting directly from the improving sentiment driving the altcoin rally. NEAR price rebounded from a key demand zone of $1.00 and reclaimed short-term resistance, signaling a potential trend shift after an extended corrective phase. NEAR Protocol (NEAR) key levels Resistance: $1.30 – $1.50Support: $1.00 – $1.08Bias: Constructive above reclaimed supportUniswap (UNI): DeFi Joins the Altcoin RallyUniswap surged nearly 19%, confirming that the altcoin rally is expanding into the DeFi sector. UNI broke above a descending trendline that had capped price for weeks, flipping prior resistance into support, a typical early signal of DeFi rotation during market recoveries. UNI key levels Resistance: $4.30 – $5.00Support: $3.80 – $3.40Bias: Bullish while holding trendline supportAptos (APT): High-Beta Momentum Fuels the Altcoin RallyAptos posted gains of roughly 17%, acting as a high-beta accelerator within today’s altcoin rally. The move followed a prolonged compression phase, resulting in a sharp, impulsive breakout as speculative capital re-entered the market. APT key levels Resistance: $0.9650 – $0.9700Support: $0.9530 – $0.9500Bias: Momentum-driven, volatility elevatedConclusion: Altcoin Rally Signals Shift in Market BehaviourToday’s bullish price action confirms the altcoin rally is more than a short-lived bounce. As fear fades and confidence returns, traders are rotating capital into higher-momentum altcoins. Polkadot, NEAR, Uniswap and Aptos are leading this phase, supported by technical breakouts, rising social engagement and, in DOT’s case, emerging institutional narratives. If broader market conditions remain supportive, the altcoin rally could extend further, keeping large-cap altcoins firmly in focus in the near term. Trust with CoinPedia:CoinPedia has been delivering accurate and timely cryptocurrency and blockchain updates since 2017. All content is created by our expert panel of analysts and journalists, following strict Editorial Guidelines based on E-E-A-T (Experience, Expertise, Authoritativeness, Trustworthiness). Every article is fact-checked against reputable sources to ensure accuracy, transparency, and reliability. Our review policy guarantees unbiased evaluations when recommending exchanges, platforms, or tools. We strive to provide timely updates about everything crypto & blockchain, right from startups to industry majors. Investment Disclaimer:All opinions and insights shared represent the author's own views on current market conditions. Please do your own research before making investment decisions. Neither the writer nor the publication assumes responsibility for your financial choices. Sponsored and Advertisements:Sponsored content and affiliate links may appear on our site. Advertisements are marked clearly, and our editorial content remains entirely independent from our ad partners. |
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Urgent Pi Network (Pi) Update: What Pioneers Must Know Before the March 1 Deadline | cryptonews |
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The Core Team said they continue with the updates, and the latest is right around the corner.
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Bitcoin Pumps at 10 a.m. After Jane Street Lawsuit | cryptonews |
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Key Insights: Bitcoin rose sharply at 10 a.m., reversing a pattern of daily sell-offs seen for months. Traders linked the price move to a lawsuit involving Jane Street and halted selling pressure. Analysts noted market gains but said no confirmed evidence ties fixed-time Bitcoin sales to Jane Street. Bitcoin Pumps at 10 a.m. After Jane Street Lawsuit Bitcoin and the wider crypto market posted one of their strongest days of the year, with prices surging around 10 a.m. Eastern time. The timing drew attention because it coincided with a period that had seen consistent selling pressure for months. The news was shared on X, highlighting the unusual market move. Market data showed Bitcoin trading above $70,000 after weeks of sideways movement. The wider crypto market followed the same path, adding more than $170 billion in total value within one day. Several major tokens posted gains during the same time window. Claims of a Daily Selling Pattern The price move followed news of a lawsuit involving Jane Street, filed earlier in the week. After the legal filing, traders noted that the usual selling pressure at 10 a.m. did not appear. This change led to renewed discussion across trading desks and social platforms. An online investigator known as Bark claimed the firm had used an automated system to sell Bitcoin daily. He stated that the strategy “dumped Bitcoin every single morning at 10am” and stopped after the lawsuit became public. Jane Street has not confirmed these claims, and no public trading records show fixed-time sales. Lawsuit Linked to Terra Collapse The lawsuit was filed by the liquidator handling the collapse of Terraform Labs. The filing alleges that Jane Street used non-public details tied to the Terra-Luna failure to trade ahead of the market. The Terra ecosystem was founded by Do Kwon. Court documents focus on trades made during the period of the Terra breakdown. The case does not directly mention Bitcoin trading schedules. Still, the timing of the lawsuit and the change in market behavior have raised questions among traders. Analysts React to the Market Shift Bloomberg ETF analyst Eric Balchunas commented on the situation, noting that a pause in steady selling could allow prices to recover. He wrote that “if the pressure is gone, the market may find balance.” His comments were shared widely as prices continued to rise. The bogeyman is gone.. That's the vibe rn on CT and in the price action today. I get it too, that big daily dump seemed to kill every rally and everyone's spirit. Is eliminating it enough for a sustained rebound? I guess we'll find out. https://t.co/nOau2SPMbz — Eric Balchunas (@EricBalchunas) February 25, 2026 Not all analysts changed their stance. Peter Schiff, who had warned of further declines earlier this year, did not revise his view. Traders are now watching upcoming sessions to see if the 10 a.m. pattern returns or if the recent move marks a lasting shift. DISCLAIMER: The information on this website is provided as general market commentary and does not constitute investment advice. We encourage you to do your own research before investing. Rate this post |
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Bitcoin Price Rebounds as Jane Street “10 am Dump” Pattern Stops Amid Lawsuit | cryptonews |
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The Bitcoin price and the overall crypto market have experienced one of their best days in performance since the beginning of the year. This was revealed by analysts who said that since Jane Street was sued, the selling pattern of the company ceased hereby offering relief to digital assets.
Was Jane Street Behind Bitcoin Price Crash? A renowned investigator, Bark, posted on X that the company had been using an algorithm that was crashing down the price of BTC in a bid to buy back at a lower price. Jane Street’s current lawsuit made them stop the manipulation that resulted in the crypto market pump. “Jane Street was running an algorithm that dumped Bitcoin every single morning at 10am. Every day. For months. Crashing the price. Liquidating retail. Buying back lower. Rinse and repeat,” he said. “The second they got sued it stopped. The 10am dump disappeared. Now Bitcoin just had the best day in months.” For context, the price of Bitcoin, along with other top cryptocurrencies, recorded a massive surge. This led to the addition of more than $170 billion to the market cap. Additionally, the crypto market cap rose by 7%, reaching $2.4 trillion. Also, the price of BTC rose above $70,000 after weeks of consolidation. The Jane Street lawsuit was filed this week by the administrator of the liquidation process of Terraform Labs. It was claimed that the company used non-public information obtained from insiders at Terraform Labs to front-run the trades concerning the failure of the Terra-Luna ecosystem developed by Do Kwon. Experts Back Claim of Market Manipulation Another crypto expert, Nonzee, also shared his analysis supporting the claim of the Bitcoin price dump. He mentioned that for some time, 10 a.m. Eastern time means dump time for the manipulators at the firm. He further said that instead of the coin falling rapidly, it rose higher from 10 am after the filing of the lawsuit related to insider trading. Source: X Meanwhile, there are no signs to suggest whether Jane Street sells BTC at a particular time of the day. The timing of yesterday’s rally, however, has begun sparking rumors in crypto. This may suggest that one of the primary reasons for the constant selling pressure on Bitcoin may be eliminated. The recent crash of the crypto market has been harsh. This has been especially evident with the recent crash of the Bitcoin price by more than 50% since October. At the start of the year, experts like Peter Schiff had predicted steeper declines for the coin. Bloomberg analyst Eric Balchunas was quick to comment on the Jane Street news on X. He concurred with the idea that the firm was behind the daily pressure on the token. He was also optimistic about this being the start of a sustained rebound for the token. The bogeyman is gone.. That's the vibe rn on CT and in the price action today. I get it too, that big daily dump seemed to kill every rally and everyone's spirit. Is eliminating it enough for a sustained rebound? I guess we'll find out. https://t.co/nOau2SPMbz — Eric Balchunas (@EricBalchunas) February 25, 2026 |
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ETH Price Prediction: Targets $2,300 by March Amid Technical Recovery | cryptonews |
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ETH Price Prediction Summary • Short-term target (1 week): $2,184 • Medium-term forecast (1 month): $2,100-$2,300 range • Bullish breakout level: $2,299 • Critical support: $1,918 What Crypto... ETH Price Prediction Summary • Short-term target (1 week): $2,184 • Medium-term forecast (1 month): $2,100-$2,300 range • Bullish breakout level: $2,299 • Critical support: $1,918 What Crypto Analysts Are Saying About Ethereum While specific analyst predictions are limited from major crypto Twitter influencers in the past 24 hours, recent market analysis provides valuable insights for our ETH price prediction. According to Blockchain.News analysis from February 24, Ethereum was previously trading in oversold territory with RSI at 29, suggesting a potential technical bounce to the $1,900-$2,100 range if key support levels held firm. TMGM reported significant institutional accumulation, noting that BitMine purchased 51,162 ETH last week, bringing their total holdings to 4.42 million ETH. According to Fundstrat data cited in their analysis, ETH shows an implied 12-month return potential of 81% with an 87% win rate, supporting a bullish long-term Ethereum forecast. On-chain data platforms continue to track whale accumulation patterns and network activity metrics that often precede significant price movements in ETH. ETH Technical Analysis Breakdown Ethereum's current technical setup at $2,068.02 presents a mixed but increasingly bullish picture. The RSI reading of 45.64 indicates neutral momentum, having recovered from previously oversold conditions. This suggests ETH has room to move higher without entering overbought territory. The MACD histogram at 0.0000 shows bearish momentum is potentially exhausting, often a precursor to trend reversal. Ethereum's position within the Bollinger Bands at 0.7506 indicates the price is trading closer to the upper band ($2,139.48) than the lower band ($1,852.94), suggesting bullish pressure. Key moving averages reveal a complex picture: while ETH trades above the 7-day SMA ($1,961.97) and 20-day SMA ($1,996.21), it remains below the 50-day SMA ($2,518.91) and 200-day SMA ($3,445.91). This indicates short-term recovery within a longer-term downtrend. The daily ATR of $101.90 shows significant volatility, creating opportunities for both breakouts and breakdowns. Ethereum Price Targets: Bull vs Bear Case Bullish Scenario In the bullish case for our ETH price prediction, Ethereum could target the immediate resistance at $2,183.46 within the next week. A break above this level would open the path to strong resistance at $2,298.90, aligning with our medium-term forecast. Technical confirmation would require: - RSI breaking above 50 - MACD histogram turning positive - Sustained trading above the 20-day SMA - Volume confirmation on breakout attempts A successful breakout above $2,299 could extend the rally toward the 50-day SMA at $2,518, representing a 22% upside from current levels. Bearish Scenario The bearish scenario would see ETH failing to hold above the pivot point at $2,032.95, leading to a test of immediate support at $1,917.51. A breakdown below this level could trigger selling toward strong support at $1,767.00. Risk factors include: - Failure to reclaim the 50-day SMA - MACD remaining in bearish territory - Bitcoin correlation dragging ETH lower - Broader market uncertainty affecting crypto sentiment Should You Buy ETH? Entry Strategy Based on current technical levels, strategic entry points for ETH include: Aggressive Entry: Current levels around $2,068 with a stop-loss below $1,918 (immediate support) Conservative Entry: Wait for a pullback to the $1,950-$1,980 range near the 20-day SMA, offering better risk-reward ratio Breakout Entry: Above $2,184 with confirmation, targeting $2,299 resistance Risk management suggests position sizing should account for ETH's high volatility (ATR $101.90). Consider dollar-cost averaging for longer-term positions, given the mixed technical signals and institutional accumulation trends. Conclusion Our ETH price prediction suggests a cautiously bullish outlook with targets of $2,184 in the short term and $2,100-$2,300 range over the next month. The combination of institutional accumulation, recovering technical indicators, and key support levels holding provides a foundation for this Ethereum forecast. However, traders should remain vigilant of the broader market conditions and be prepared for volatility given ETH's current technical setup. The 60% confidence level reflects the mixed signals between short-term bullish momentum and longer-term bearish moving average structure. Disclaimer: This ETH price prediction is for educational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Cryptocurrency investments carry significant risk, and past performance does not guarantee future results. Always conduct your own research and consider your risk tolerance before trading. Image source: Shutterstock eth price analysis eth price prediction |
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Bitcoin touches $70,000 before fading as altcoins lead the strongest bounce in weeks | cryptonews |
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Bitcoin touches $70,000 before fading as altcoins lead the strongest bounce in weeksEther, solana, and cardano all outpaced bitcoin on the day, suggesting a rotation into higher-beta tokens as forced selling from the February crash begins to clear.Updated Feb 26, 2026, 5:32 a.m. Published Feb 26, 2026, 5:31 a.m.
Bitcoin came within touching distance of $70,000 on Wednesday before pulling back to around $68,300 in Thursday morning trading, a nearly 5% swing from the session high to the overnight low of $67,700. The move marks the strongest attempt to reclaim the $70,000 level since the Feb. 5 crash but stopped short of a clean breakout. The more interesting story was underneath. Altcoins outperformed across the board, with ether up 8.5%, solana gaining 6.9%, cardano surging 10.8%, and dogecoin adding 8.3%. Bitcoin's 4.3% gain was among the smallest in the top 10. That kind of divergence typically signals risk appetite returning to the edges of the market, where traders chase higher-beta moves once they believe the worst of the selling is done. "The wave of forced selling is starting to clear out," said Daniel Reis-Faria, CEO of ZeroStack, in an email. "Altcoins are outperforming again, and more of them are ahead of bitcoin. That tells me we're seeing a rotation." The bounce arrived alongside a muted reaction to Nvidia's quarterly earnings, which beat estimates but failed to sustain a rally. Nasdaq 100 futures slipped 0.3% after the report, and Nvidia shares erased most of their post-earnings gains to edge up just 0.2% in extended trading. The world's most valuable company signaled concerns about an overheated AI economy, tempering what had been a multi-day recovery in tech stocks. Meanwhile, the macro backdrop remains fragile for a continued movement in crypto markets. Market maker Wintermute noted that cryptocurrencies have been losing ground alongside tech stocks as capital rotates into defensive and tangible assets. Crypto finance platform Matrixport flagged stagnation in stablecoin supply as a "significant obstacle" for bitcoin, and onchain data firm Glassnode expects broader liquidity to recover in six months at the earliest. The near-term risk is straightforward. Cryptoquant data shows selling has slowed on Binance, which supports the case for a short-term bounce. Elsewhere, crypto exchange Bitrue warned that a break below $60,000 could open up a move toward $50,000-$55,000 or even $47,000 if cascading liquidations accelerate. The gap between the short-term bounce and the medium-term trend remains wide — and Wednesday's rejection at $70,000 did nothing to close it. More For You Uniswap’s UNI jumps 15% as governance vote to expand fee switch gains momentum 16 minutes ago A governance proposal would activate protocol fees across eight additional chains and automate fee collection on all v3 pools, potentially adding an estimated $27 Million in annualized revenue. What to know: Uniswap’s UNI token jumped about 15% in 24 hours, outpacing bitcoin and ether, as traders reacted to a governance vote to expand protocol fee capture across multiple layer-2 networks.The proposal would extend the fee switch to eight additional chains, apply a new tier-based v3 fee system to all liquidity pools by default and make protocol fee collection automatic for new pools.Estimates suggest the change could add roughly $27 million in annualized revenue on top of about $34 million already used for UNI burns, deepening Uniswap’s shift into a cross-chain, revenue-generating protocol while raising questions about its competitiveness for liquidity. |
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