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Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - February 9, 2026) - RUA GOLD INC. (TSXV: RUA) (OTCQB: NZAUF) ("RUA GOLD" or the "Company") is pleased to provide an outlook as it outlines the strategy for 2026, including the commencement of drilling at the Glamorgan Project on the North Island and the advancement of the Reefton Project toward permitting on the South Island of New Zealand.

Following the completion of the oversubscribed and upsized financing in January 2026, the Company has approximately C$38 million in available cash and is well-positioned to deliver several key catalysts for shareholders.

Figure 1: A summary of key catalysts planned for 2026

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EXPANDED DRILL PROGRAM ACROSS THE REEFTON PROJECT
The drill program underway across the Reefton Goldfield has two primary objectives:

Three drill digs are currently operating at the Auld Creek target, continuing step-out drilling with the aim of expanding the existing resource. One rig is focused on other highly ranked, prospective targets across the past-producing Reefton Goldfield, with the objective of identifying the next optimal target for low-capital-intensity resource definition - specifically shallow, continuous mineralization. Work is ongoing with RSC Consulting to complete the updated NI 43-101 Technical Report for the Reefton Project, which is expected to be published by the end of the month. Completion of this report will establish a baseline resource at Auld Creek and support ongoing drill planning aimed at maximising resource growth.

Catalyst: Ongoing exploration updates coming to the market supported by the four drill rig program.

PERMITTING UNDERWAY FOR THE REEFTON PROJECT
RUA GOLD is actively advancing permitting-related activities on the West Coast of New Zealand. The Company has appointed key partners to support environmental studies and the permitting process. These partners bring strong and relevant experience from neighbouring projects, including Endura Mining's Snowy River Project, OceanaGold's Globe Progress reclamation project, and OceanaGold's Wharekirauponga Project on the North Island. Wharekirauponga was the first mine fully permitted under New Zealand's Fast-track process in just 112 days and is currently under construction.

Field visits were completed during December and January, and the Company is targeting submission of a Fast-track referral application in Q1 2026, with a regulatory decision anticipated in Q2 2026. This decision will determine whether the Reefton Project qualifies for the six-month Fast-Track permitting process.

Given the presence of antimony as a by-product at the Reefton Goldfield, and its strategic importance to New Zealand amid global efforts to secure critical minerals, the Company is confident in the project's eligibility for the Fast-track process.

Figure 2: Reefton Project Permitting Timeline

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Engagement with our local Māori stakeholders, Te Runanga o Ngāti Waewae, has been ongoing with respect to exploration activities and future development plans. Ngāti Waewae are strong supporters of the project and will work closely with the Company throughout the Fast-Track permitting process, including assisting with cultural impact assessments. Community and regulatory consultations have commenced and will continue to intensify throughout 2026.

Subject to a successful referral application, the Company is targeting submission of the Fast-Track mining permit application by the end of 2026.

Catalyst: Anticipated inclusion of the Reefton Project in the Fast-Track permitting process in Q2 2026 and submission of a mining permit application in Q4 2026. Throughout 2026, the Company will continue environmental and technical studies in preparation for the mining application.

NEW ZEALAND JOINS THE INTERNATIONAL MINERALS SECURITY PARTNERSHIP
New Zealand has joined the international Minerals Security Partnership to attract investment and strengthen its critical minerals sector, aligning with its Minerals Strategy to double its mineral export value by 2035 and support resilient, sustainable global supply chains.

Ministers Shane Jones and Winston Peters say membership places New Zealand alongside major economies, boosts international relationships, and helps unlock the country's natural resources and innovative technologies to create high-value regional jobs (refer to www.beehive.govt.nz/release/new-international-partnership-attract-investment-critical-minerals).

This strategic partnership entered by the New Zealand Government, aligns perfectly with the development strategy that RUA GOLD is currently executing on, further encouraging a positive outcome for Fast-Track permitting for the Reefton Project.

The Minerals Security Partnership includes Australia, Canada, Japan, the Republic of Korea, the United Kingdom, the United States, and the European Union among others.

COMMENCEMENT OF DRILLING AT THE GLAMORGAN PROJECT
The Glamorgan Project is located within the highly prospective Hauraki Goldfield on the North Island of New Zealand. The district has historically produced 15Moz gold and 60Moz silver, with active mining operations ongoing today. RUA GOLD's tenements are adjacent to OceanaGold's Wharekirauponga Project, which recently advanced through Fast-Track permitting process in 112 days, and is now under construction.1

Over the past 18-months, RUA GOLD has completed a comprehensive and systematic surface exploration program at the Glamorgan Project. This work has identified geological features extending 3 kilometres north that are geologically analogous to Wharekirauponga. The Company has defined four major gold-arsenic anomalies, each trending approximately 4 kilometres in length.

These results have established a strong pipeline of drill-ready targets and support a well-defined initial 5,000-metre drill program to be executed with two drill rigs over a six-month period.

Catalyst: Drill permit applications have been submitted, and environmental studies are underway. Completion of these studies is expected by the end of February, followed by Māori consultation in March. The Company anticipates receipt of drill permits in Q2 2026.

Figure 3: The Glamorgan Project is located adjacent to the high-grade Wharekirauponga and Waihi gold deposits.

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ABOUT RUA GOLD
RUA GOLD is a well funded exploration company, strategically focused on New Zealand. With decades of expertise, their team has successfully taken major discoveries into producing world-class mines across multiple continents. The team is focused on maximizing the asset potential of RUA GOLD's two highly prospective high-grade gold projects.

The Company controls the Reefton Gold District as the dominant landholder in the Reefton Goldfield on New Zealand's South Island with over 120,000 hectares of tenements, in a district that historically produced over 2Moz of gold grading between 9 and 50g/t.

The Company's Glamorgan Project solidifies RUA GOLD's position as a leading high-grade gold explorer on New Zealand's North Island. This highly prospective project is located within the North Islands' Hauraki district, a region that has produced an impressive 15Moz of gold and 60Moz of silver. Glamorgan is adjacent to OceanaGold Corporation's biggest gold mining project, Wharekirauponga.

Neither the TSXV nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSXV) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

Forward-Looking Information
This news release includes certain statements that may be deemed "forward-looking statements". All statements in this news release, other than statements of historical facts, that address events or developments that the Company expects to occur, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are statements that are not historical facts and are generally, but not always, identified by the words "expects", "plans", "anticipates", "believes", "intends", "estimates", "projects", "potential" and similar expressions, or that events or conditions "will", "would", "may", "could" or "should" occur and specifically include statements regarding: the Company's strategies, expectations, planned operations or future actions including but not limited to exploration programs at its New Zealand properties; statements with respect to additional targets; the expectations and timing of permits; the filing of the technical reports of the Reefton and Glamorgan projects; the completion of the PEA; and timing and acceptance of the Reefton Project through the Fast-track permitting process. Although the Company believes the expectations expressed in such forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, such statements are not guarantees of future performance and actual results may differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements.

Investors are cautioned that any such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and actual results or developments may differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements. A variety of inherent risks, uncertainties and factors, many of which are beyond the Company's control, affect the operations, performance and results of the Company and its business, and could cause actual events or results to differ materially from estimated or anticipated events or results expressed or implied by forward looking statements. Some of these risks, uncertainties and factors include: general business, economic, competitive, political and social uncertainties; risks related to the effects of the Russia-Ukraine war; risks related to climate change; operational risks in exploration, delays or changes in plans with respect to exploration projects or capital expenditures; the actual results of current exploration activities; conclusions of economic evaluations; changes in project parameters as plans continue to be refined; changes in labour costs and other costs and expenses or equipment or processes to operate as anticipated, accidents, labour disputes and other risks of the mining industry, including but not limited to environmental hazards, flooding or unfavorable operating conditions and losses, insurrection or war, delays in obtaining governmental approvals or financing, and commodity prices. This list is not exhaustive of the factors that may affect any of the Company's forward-looking statements and reference should also be made to the Company's documents filed under its SEDAR+ profile at www.sedarplus.ca for a description of additional risk factors.

Forward-looking statements are based on the beliefs, estimates and opinions of the Company's management on the date the statements are made. Except as required by applicable securities laws, the Company undertakes no obligation to update these forward-looking statements in the event that management's beliefs, estimates or opinions, or other factors, should change.

1 The Company has no interest in, or rights to, any of the adjacent properties mentioned, and exploration results on adjacent properties are not necessarily indicative of mineralization on the Company's properties. Any references to exploration results on adjacent properties are provided for information only and do not imply any certainty of achieving similar results on the Company's properties.

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February 09, 2026 06:00 ET  | Source: DMC Global Inc.

BROOMFIELD, Colo., Feb. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DMC Global Inc. (Nasdaq: BOOM) will announce its 2025 fourth quarter financial results after the stock market closes on Monday, February 23, 2026. Following the earnings release, management will host a conference call and simultaneous webcast.

The conference call will begin at 5 p.m. Eastern (3 p.m. Mountain) and will be accessible by dialing 877-407-5783 (or +1-201-689-8782 for international callers).

Investors are invited to listen to the webcast live via the Internet at:  
https://event.choruscall.com/mediaframe/webcast.html?webcastid=GfofKixwt.html?webcastid=GfofKixw

The webcast also will be available on the Investor page of DMC’s website, located at: ir.dmcglobal.com

A replay of the webcast will be available for six months. For additional information, please contact Geoff High at 303-604-3924.

About DMC Global
DMC Global is an owner and operator of innovative, asset-light manufacturing businesses that provide unique, highly engineered products and differentiated solutions. DMC’s businesses have established leadership positions in their respective markets and consist of: Arcadia, a leading supplier of architectural building products; DynaEnergetics, which serves the global energy industry; and NobelClad, which addresses the global industrial infrastructure and transportation sectors. Based in Broomfield, Colorado, DMC trades on Nasdaq under the symbol “BOOM.” For more information, visit: http://www.dmcglobal.com.

CONTACT:
Geoff High 
Vice President of Investor Relations 
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HOUSTON, Feb. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- KBR (NYSE: KBR) announced today it has been awarded two firm-fixed-price task orders totaling $103 million under the United States Space Force (USSF) – Decision Support for Headquarters (HQ) USSF Analysis contract. These follow on awards from the Chief Technology & Innovation Office (CTIO) will be executed in Chantilly, Virginia and further strengthen KBR’s role as a trusted partner in national defense and space operations.

Under the terms of the contract, KBR will deliver data analysis and specialized technical expertise to support strategic decision-making, capability development and personnel readiness across the USSF and Department of the Air Force (DAF) over a three-year period of performance.

USSF/S1 Analysis Support to Strategic Support Division
KBR will:

Provide expertise in skills and certification analysis, workforce design, scientific assessments and AI-enabled analytics to enhance personnel readiness and guide strategic talent decisions.Manage certification coding, develop interactive dashboards, implement person-job matching algorithms and support space professional billet validation using STARS, MilPDS and MyVector.Design and execute central selection boards, analyze promotion outcomes and deliver timely, actionable recommendations to senior leaders to ensure the deliberate development and alignment of Guardians with mission-critical roles.
Headquarters Space Force Cyber and Data
KBR will:

Deliver objective, data-driven analysis that informs senior leader decisions across strategic, operational, personnel policy and acquisition domains within the DAF, USSF Headquarters and Field Command staff.Apply expertise in solution space technologies, multi-domain experimentation and model-based systems engineering to strengthen capability development and accelerate informed decision-making.Enhance integration and readiness across key space capability portfolios and ensure the USSF is prepared for future operational demands.
“We are proud to continue our partnership with the U.S. Space Force, delivering the critical analysis and technical expertise needed to drive strategic decisions and accelerate capability development,” said Stuart Bradie, KBR President and CEO. “These awards reflect our commitment to supporting national security through advanced analytics, engineering and AI-enabled workforce solutions.”

These strategic wins reinforce KBR's position as a leading provider of mission-critical support to the U.S. defense and space sectors.

About KBR
We deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in over 29 countries. KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results. At KBR, We Deliver.

Visit www.kbr.com

Forward Looking Statements

The statements in this press release that are not historical statements, including statements regarding KBR’s delivery of data analysis and specialized technical expertise to the U.S. defense and space sectors, are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws. These statements are subject to numerous risks, uncertainties and assumptions, many of which are beyond the company’s control, that could cause actual results to differ materially from the results expressed or implied by the statements. These risks, uncertainties and assumptions include, but are not limited to, those set forth in the company’s most recently filed Annual Report on Form 10-K, any subsequent Form 10-Qs and 8-Ks and other U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission filings, which discuss some of the important risks, uncertainties and assumptions that the company has identified that may affect its business, results of operations and financial condition. Due to such risks, uncertainties and assumptions, you are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. Except as required by law, the company undertakes no obligation to revise or update publicly any forward-looking statements for any reason.

For further information, please contact:

Investors
Rachael Goldwait
Vice President, Investor Relations
713-753-5082
[email protected]

Media
Philip Ivy
Vice President, Global Communications and Marketing
713-753-3800
[email protected]

LONDON, Feb. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Unispace, a global leader in integrated workplace strategy, design and construction, today announced the appointment of Paul Saville-King as Group Chief Executive Officer, effective February 2026. “Paul brings the right mix of industry, global and leadership experience for where Unispace is heading,” said Jodi Ingham, Managing Director at PAG.

On the surface, the fact that they are talking may be limiting the upside. However, the risk premium remains intact because failed talks could increase the chances of a military conflict between the two countries.

“We keep going back and forth on this Iran situation,” said John Kilduff, partner at Again Capital. “It’s better one day or even one hour then worse the next. It’s status quo nervousness over Iran.”

The Iran Talks: What’s Actually Happening According to Reuters, Iran’s chief diplomat on Friday said that the nuclear talks with the U.S. under the watchful eye of Omani mediators, were off to a “good start” and set to continue.

This represents the good news capping gains because it reduces the immediate risk of a U.S. military strike on Iranian nuclear facilities, Iranian retaliation and a region conflict that disrupts Middle East oil supply.

Why the Market Isn’t Buying the Good News Friday’s meeting results were enough to stall the rally and curtail the need for more risk premium, but not enough to eliminate it completely. Friday’s rally indicates the market isn’t quite fully buying the “good news” bit yet. This is because traders know that talks can collapse quickly. One bad headline puts the situation back to elevated conflict risk.

Traders also know that if the situation is resolved quickly, crude oil will be vulnerable to the downside. Perhaps $5 to $15 could be tied to the risk premium. Sanctions on Iranian oil could be reduced, putting 1-2 million barrels/day back on the market. And it reduces concerns that the Strait of Hormuz could be blocked. This waterway is responsible for 20% of global oil flows.

, /PRNewswire/ --  The DJS Law Group  reminds investors of a class action lawsuit against  Beyond Meat, Inc. ("Beyond Meat " or "the Company") (NASDAQ: BYND) for violations of §§10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and Rule 10b-5 promulgated thereunder by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

Shareholders who purchased shares of BYND during the class period listed are encouraged to contact the firm regarding possible lead plaintiff appointments. Appointment as lead plaintiff is not required to partake in any recovery.

CLASS PERIOD:  February 27, 2025 to November 11, 2025

DEADLINE: March 24, 2026

CASE DETAILS: According to the Complaint, the Company made false and misleading statements to the market. Beyond Meat carried a higher book value for certain assets than their fair market value. The Company was likely to require a material non-cash impairment charge due to the asset valuation. Based on these facts, Beyond Meat's public statements were false and materially misleading throughout the class period.

If you are a shareholder who suffered a loss, contact us to participate.

WHY DJS LAW GROUP?  DJS Law Group's primary focus is to enhance investor return through balanced counseling and aggressive advocacy. We specialize in securities class actions, corporate governance litigation, and domestic/international M&A appraisals. Our clients are some of the largest and most sophisticated hedge funds and alternative asset managers in the world. The litigation claims of our clients are extraordinarily valuable assets that demand respect, focus, and results.

Join the case to recover your losses.

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Analyst’s Disclosure: I/we have a beneficial long position in the shares of AMZN either through stock ownership, options, or other derivatives. I wrote this article myself, and it expresses my own opinions. I am not receiving compensation for it (other than from Seeking Alpha). I have no business relationship with any company whose stock is mentioned in this article.

Seeking Alpha's Disclosure: Past performance is no guarantee of future results. No recommendation or advice is being given as to whether any investment is suitable for a particular investor. Any views or opinions expressed above may not reflect those of Seeking Alpha as a whole. Seeking Alpha is not a licensed securities dealer, broker or US investment adviser or investment bank. Our analysts are third party authors that include both professional investors and individual investors who may not be licensed or certified by any institute or regulatory body.

, /PRNewswire/ -- The Schall Law Firm, a national shareholder rights litigation firm, reminds investors of a class action lawsuit against Ramaco Resources, Inc. ("Ramaco" or "the Company") (NASDAQ: METC) for violations of §§10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and Rule 10b-5 promulgated thereunder by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

Investors who purchased the Company's securities between July 31, 2025 and October 23, 2025, inclusive (the "Class Period"), are encouraged to contact the firm before March 31, 2026.

If you are a shareholder who suffered a loss, click here to participate.

We also encourage you to contact Brian Schall of the Schall Law Firm, 2049 Century Park East, Suite 2460, Los Angeles, CA 90067, at 310-301-3335, to discuss your rights free of charge. You can also reach us through the firm's website at www.schallfirm.com, or by email at [email protected].

The class, in this case, has not yet been certified, and until certification occurs, you are not represented by an attorney. If you choose to take no action, you can remain an absent class member.

According to the Complaint, the Company made false and misleading statements to the market. Ramaco failed to commence meaningful mining operations at the Brook Mine after groundbreaking. The Company did not undertake active work at the Brook Mine during the Class Period, and overstated the progress it at made at the mine. Based on these facts, the Company's public statements were false and materially misleading throughout the class period. When the market learned the truth about Ramaco, investors suffered damages.

Join the case to recover your losses

The Schall Law Firm represents investors around the world and specializes in securities class action lawsuits and shareholder rights litigation.

This press release may be considered Attorney Advertising in some jurisdictions under the applicable law and rules of ethics.          

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Brian Schall, Esq.,
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Office: 310-301-3335
[email protected]

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, /PRNewswire/ -- The Schall Law Firm, a national shareholder rights litigation firm, reminds investors of a class action lawsuit against Beyond Meat, Inc. ("Beyond Meat" or "the Company") (NASDAQ: BYND) for violations of §§10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and Rule 10b-5 promulgated thereunder by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

Investors who purchased the Company's securities between February 27, 2025 and November 11, 2025, inclusive (the "Class Period"), are encouraged to contact the firm before March 24, 2026.

If you are a shareholder who suffered a loss, click here to participate.

We also encourage you to contact Brian Schall of the Schall Law Firm, 2049 Century Park East, Suite 2460, Los Angeles, CA 90067, at 310-301-3335, to discuss your rights free of charge. You can also reach us through the firm's website at www.schallfirm.com, or by email at [email protected].

The class, in this case, has not yet been certified, and until certification occurs, you are not represented by an attorney. If you choose to take no action, you can remain an absent class member.

According to the Complaint, the Company made false and misleading statements to the market. Beyond Meat carried a higher book value for long-lived assets than their fair value. The Company was likely to be required to record a non-cash impairment charge due to this issue. Based on these facts, the Company's public statements were false and materially misleading throughout the class period. When the market learned the truth about Beyond Meat, investors suffered damages.

Join the case to recover your losses

The Schall Law Firm represents investors around the world and specializes in securities class action lawsuits and shareholder rights litigation.

This press release may be considered Attorney Advertising in some jurisdictions under the applicable law and rules of ethics.          

CONTACT:

The Schall Law Firm
Brian Schall, Esq.,
www.schallfirm.com
Office: 310-301-3335
[email protected]

SOURCE The Schall Law Firm

Analyst’s Disclosure: I/we have a beneficial long position in the shares of SPYI either through stock ownership, options, or other derivatives. I wrote this article myself, and it expresses my own opinions. I am not receiving compensation for it (other than from Seeking Alpha). I have no business relationship with any company whose stock is mentioned in this article.

Seeking Alpha's Disclosure: Past performance is no guarantee of future results. No recommendation or advice is being given as to whether any investment is suitable for a particular investor. Any views or opinions expressed above may not reflect those of Seeking Alpha as a whole. Seeking Alpha is not a licensed securities dealer, broker or US investment adviser or investment bank. Our analysts are third party authors that include both professional investors and individual investors who may not be licensed or certified by any institute or regulatory body.

, /PRNewswire/ -- The Schall Law Firm, a national shareholder rights litigation firm, reminds investors of a class action lawsuit against Bath & Body Works, Inc. ("Bath & Body Works" or "the Company") (NYSE: BBWI) for violations of §§10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and Rule 10b-5 promulgated thereunder by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

Investors who purchased the Company's securities between June 4, 2024 and November 19, 2025, inclusive (the "Class Period"), are encouraged to contact the firm before March 16, 2026.

If you are a shareholder who suffered a loss, click here to participate.

We also encourage you to contact Brian Schall of the Schall Law Firm, 2049 Century Park East, Suite 2460, Los Angeles, CA 90067, at 310-301-3335, to discuss your rights free of charge. You can also reach us through the firm's website at www.schallfirm.com, or by email at [email protected].

The class, in this case, has not yet been certified, and until certification occurs, you are not represented by an attorney. If you choose to take no action, you can remain an absent class member.

According to the Complaint, the Company made false and misleading statements to the market. Bath & Body Works' strategy of seeking "adjacencies, collaborations and promotions" failed to grow its customer base and net sales. The Company then resorted to brand collaborations to "carry quarters" despite weak financial results. Based on these facts, the Company's public statements were false and materially misleading throughout the class period. When the market learned the truth about Bath & Body Works, investors suffered damages.

Join the case to recover your losses

The Schall Law Firm represents investors around the world and specializes in securities class action lawsuits and shareholder rights litigation.

This press release may be considered Attorney Advertising in some jurisdictions under the applicable law and rules of ethics.          

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Brian Schall, Esq.,
www.schallfirm.com
Office: 310-301-3335
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Hamilton Lane co-CEO, Erik Hirsch, tells CNBC the recent market turbulence shows one of the major shortcomings with public markets. He argues that a lack of nuance and stock picking skills has meant that any company associated with software, regardless of their quality, has been hit amid fears AI will significantly affect the sector.

Resources Investor Relations Journalists Agencies Client Login Send a Release News Products Contact , /PRNewswire/ -- The DJS Law Group announces that it is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Corcept Therapeutics Incorporated ("Corcept" or "the Company") (NASDAQ: CORT) for violations of the securities laws.

INVESTIGATION DETAILS: The investigation focuses on whether the Company issued misleading statements and/or failed to disclose information pertinent to investors. On December 31, 2026, Corcept revealed that the FDA had issued "a Complete Response Letter (CRL) regarding the New Drug Application (NDA) for relacorilant as a treatment for patients with hypertension secondary to hypercortisolism." The Company added, "the FDA acknowledged that Corcept's pivotal GRACE trial met its primary endpoint and that data from the company's GRADIENT trial provided confirmatory evidence, the Agency concluded it could not arrive at a favorable benefit-risk assessment for relacorilant without Corcept providing additional evidence of effectiveness." Corcept shares fell by more than half on this news.

If you are a shareholder who suffered a loss, contact us to participate.

WHY DJS LAW GROUP? DJS Law Group's primary focus is to enhance investor return through balanced counseling and aggressive advocacy. We specialize in securities class actions, corporate governance litigation, and domestic/international M&A appraisals. Our clients are some of the largest and most sophisticated hedge funds and alternative asset managers in the world. The litigation claims of our clients are extraordinarily valuable assets that demand respect, focus, and results.

This press release may be considered Attorney Advertising in some jurisdictions under the applicable law and rules of ethics.

CONTACT:

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DJS Law Group
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Phone: 914-206-9742
Email: [email protected]

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, /PRNewswire/ -- The Schall Law Firm, a national shareholder rights litigation firm, reminds investors of a class action lawsuit against Ardent Health, Inc. ("Ardent" or "the Company") (NYSE: ARDT) for violations of §§10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and Rule 10b-5 promulgated thereunder by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

Investors who purchased the Company's securities between July 18, 2024 and November 12, 2025, inclusive (the "Class Period"), are encouraged to contact the firm before March 9, 2026.

If you are a shareholder who suffered a loss, click here to participate.

We also encourage you to contact Brian Schall of the Schall Law Firm, 2049 Century Park East, Suite 2460, Los Angeles, CA 90067, at 310-301-3335, to discuss your rights free of charge. You can also reach us through the firm's website at www.schallfirm.com, or by email at [email protected].

The class, in this case, has not yet been certified, and until certification occurs, you are not represented by an attorney. If you choose to take no action, you can remain an absent class member.

According to the Complaint, the Company made false and misleading statements to the market. Ardent did not rely on "detailed reviews of historical collections" to determine what accounts receivable were still collectable, despite its claims to investors. The Company "utilized a 180-day cliff at which time an account became fully reserved," an approach that allowd it to delay recognizing losses on uncollectable accounts. The Company failed to maintain appropriate levels of professional malpractice liability insurance. Based on these facts, the Company's public statements were false and materially misleading throughout the class period. When the market learned the truth about Ardent, investors suffered damages.

Join the case to recover your losses

The Schall Law Firm represents investors around the world and specializes in securities class action lawsuits and shareholder rights litigation.

This press release may be considered Attorney Advertising in some jurisdictions under the applicable law and rules of ethics.          

CONTACT:

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Office: 310-301-3335
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February 09, 2026 05:00 ET  | Source: Dimensional Fund Advisors Ltd

FORM 8.3

PUBLIC OPENING POSITION DISCLOSURE/DEALING DISCLOSURE BY
A PERSON WITH INTERESTS IN RELEVANT SECURITIES REPRESENTING 1% OR MORE
Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code (the “Code”)

1.KEY INFORMATION   (a)Full name of discloser:Dimensional Fund Advisors Ltd. in its capacity as investment advisor and on behalf its affiliates who are also investment advisors (”Dimensional”). Dimensional expressly disclaims beneficial ownership of the shares described in this form 8.3. (b)Owner or controller of interests and short positions disclosed, if different from 1(a):
The naming of nominee or vehicle companies is insufficient. For a trust, the trustee(s), settlor and beneficiaries must be named.  (c)Name of offeror/offeree in relation to whose relevant securities this form relates:
Use a separate form for each offeror/offereeSpire Healthcare Group PLC (d)If an exempt fund manager connected with an offeror/offeree, state this and specify identity of offeror/offeree:  (e)Date position held/dealing undertaken:
For an opening position disclosure, state the latest practicable date prior to the disclosure06 February 2026 (f)In addition to the company in 1(c) above, is the discloser making disclosures in respect of any other party to the offer?
If it is a cash offer or possible cash offer, state “N/A”N/a   2.POSITIONS OF THE PERSON MAKING THE DISCLOSURE   If there are positions or rights to subscribe to disclose in more than one class of relevant securities of the offeror or offeree named in 1(c), copy table 2(a) or (b) (as appropriate) for each additional class of relevant security. (a)Interests and short positions in the relevant securities of the offeror or offeree to which the disclosure relates following the dealing (if any)   Class of relevant security:1p ordinary (GB00BNLPYF73)  InterestsShort Positions  Number%Number% (1)Relevant securities owned and/or controlled:12,132,8313.01 %   (2)Cash-settled derivatives:     (3)Stock-settled derivatives (including options) and agreements to purchase/sell:      Total12,132,831 *3.01 %   * Dimensional Fund Advisors LP and/or its affiliates do not have discretion regarding voting decisions in respect of 35,234 shares that are included in the total above.   All interests and all short positions should be disclosed.Details of any open stock-settled derivative positions (including traded options), or agreements to purchase or sell relevant securities, should be given on a Supplemental Form 8 (Open Positions).

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GXO expands into the Industrial sector with new partnership 

GXO sets out to drive greater supply chain efficiency, innovation and resilience within the global car production network

LONDON, U.K., Feb. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GXO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE: GXO), the world’s largest pure-play contract logistics provider, has been selected by BMW Group, the world’s leading premium manufacturer of automobiles and motorcycles, to manage operations at its Swindon manufacturing plant.

Under the new partnership, GXO will lead the warehouse operations of car parts in Swindon, optimising BMW Group’s supply chain and further strengthening automotive production resilience across the UK. The Swindon site plays a crucial role in producing pressed parts for the MINI vehicles assembled at the BMW Group plant in Oxford as well as BMW models produced at other international facilities within the BMW Group.

“We’re excited to begin this new chapter with BMW Group at their facility in Swindon,” said Martin Cooper, Managing Director, Technology and Consumer Goods, GXO UK&I. “We’ve seen great success applying smart logistics solutions across a range of industries, and we look forward to driving efficiencies, strengthening resilience and building a future-proof platform for growth for BMW Group.”

Drawing on experience across multiple sectors, GXO will look to roll out smarter processes, upgrade technology and optimise the plant layout to support BMW Group’s drive for greater efficiency, innovation and resilience across their supply chain. These advancements will enable the Swindon site to meet the evolving production needs that the Oxford production plant demands.

The Swindon site, employing over 500 colleagues and spanning 425,000 square metres, has been a cornerstone of UK automotive manufacturing since 1955. It plays a vital role in the global production network for cars, manufacturing key body components and sub-assemblies such as doors, bonnets, tailgates and fenders for MINI vehicles, including the MINI Cooper 3 and 5 door hatch and the MINI convertible.

This partnership marks a milestone in GXO’s expansion in the UK automotive sector, leveraging its expertise in advanced automation, data-driven logistics and continuous improvement to support BMW’s evolving production needs.

About GXO Logistics

GXO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE: GXO) is the world’s largest pure-play contract logistics provider and is positioned to capitalize on the rapid growth of ecommerce, automation and outsourcing. GXO has more than 150,000 team members across more than 1,000 facilities totaling more than 200 million square feet. The company serves the world’s leading blue-chip companies to solve complex logistics challenges with technologically advanced supply chain and ecommerce solutions, at scale and with speed. GXO corporate headquarters is in Greenwich, Connecticut. Visit GXO.com for more information and connect with GXO on LinkedIn, X, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.

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Is Binance delisting ARDR/BTC, BB/BTC, DIA/BTC? Status nowBinance will delist the spot trading pairs ARDR/BTC, BB/BTC, and DIA/BTC, according to binance. The action concerns BTC-denominated spot pairs on the exchange’s order books.

Pair removals do not automatically mean a token leaves the platform entirely. As reported by Coinness, Binance previously delisted PIVX/BTC while keeping PIVX/USDT tradable, illustrating that pair actions can be narrower than full token delistings.

Why this Binance spot trading pair delisting rumor mattersEven unconfirmed headlines about BTC pair removals can affect liquidity routing, widen spreads, and raise operational risk for traders using those quote markets. Regulatory optics also matter: U.S. Treasury bureaus FinCEN and OFAC recorded Binance’s 2023 settlement over BSA and sanctions violations, and ongoing compliance expectations can influence exchange market curation decisions.

“Binance … delisted numerous altcoin trading pairs,” said Bitcoinsistemi, referencing the exchange’s February 2026 spot-market housekeeping. Historical examples underscore that liquidity and quality controls are routine at major venues.

Clarity also matters because market participants often conflate a spot pair removal with a token delisting. Misinterpretation can lead to unnecessary position changes, when the underlying asset may remain tradable against other quotes.

Once a spot pair is removed, new orders on that pair cannot be placed, and liquidity in that quote market effectively ceases. Traders with exposure to the affected BTC pairs generally reassess execution plans using other available quote currencies where applicable.

Verification is essential. The exchange publishes pair actions via official Support notices and email communications, while project teams typically update their primary channels. Monitoring subsequent follow-ups is prudent to understand effective times and any staggered changes.

Binance spot trading pair delisting criteria and processBased on past housekeeping rounds, the exchange removes pairs when they fail internal thresholds related to liquidity depth, sustained trading activity, or other risk controls. As reported by Icoholder, Binance periodically conducts multi-asset spot pair delistings as part of market quality maintenance.

In some instances, pairs against BTC are removed while the same asset remains tradable against stablecoins or other quotes. This approach helps concentrate liquidity and reduce slippage where activity is stronger.

Monitoring Tag meaning, review cadence, and common risk signalsA Monitoring Tag signals elevated review frequency rather than a definitive delisting decision. According to Cryptonews.net, Ardor (ARDR) was included in such a review list in early April 2025, reflecting heightened scrutiny rather than removal.

Common risk indicators for review include thin liquidity, volatile order books, or project-level concerns. At the time of this writing, ARDR trades near $0.04715 with high measured volatility of 9.26% and an RSI of 37.76, a neutral reading in this dataset.

FAQ about Binance spot trading pair delistingHas Binance issued any official announcement about these specific BTC pairs?Yes. The exchange has stated it will remove ARDR/BTC, BB/BTC, and DIA/BTC spot pairs.

What does Binance’s Monitoring Tag mean and how is it different from a delisting?A Monitoring Tag flags elevated review and risk signals. A delisting removes a trading pair. Monitoring does not confirm removal.

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.

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A Dubai-based crypto investor has sparked debate after announcing on X that she sold all her XRP holdings and increased her exposure to Shiba Inu.

Summary

A Dubai-based investor said she sold all her XRP holdings to buy more Shiba Inu, reigniting the debate between utility-driven tokens and meme coins. The move follows her earlier January prediction that SHIB could reach $1 in 2026, signaling strong conviction in the meme token’s upside. The switch drew criticism from the crypto community, with users questioning the decision to exit XRP amid contrasting price performance between the two assets. The short but pointed post read: “Just sold all my XRP and got more SHIB.” The move immediately caught attention, given the Ripple token’s (XRP) reputation as a utility-focused token compared with SHIB’s meme-driven roots.

A bold bet on Shiba Inu The decision did not come entirely out of the blue. Back in January, the same investor posted an eye-catching prediction: SHIB TO $1 IN 2026.

While the target raised eyebrows across the crypto community, it signaled strong conviction in Shiba Inu’s (SHIB) long-term upside.

By fully exiting XRP, the investor appears to be doubling down on that belief, favoring speculative potential over established narratives tied to payments and institutional adoption.

XRP exit raises eyebrows XRP supporters were quick to question the move. One X user responded bluntly, saying, “Selling XRP was the wrong choice.”

Bad decision why didn't you go for others alternative coin rather then meme coin.. newyz your choice

— ⓥⒾ𝕜ｕ𝔬 𝓽ＨᵃҜяＯ (@ThakroVikuo) February 8, 2026 Market data shows a stark difference in how these two assets have performed recently. XRP is trading around $1.45, reflecting interest in its utility use cases and ongoing developments in the crypto landscape.

Meanwhile, Shiba Inu has seen lower absolute pricing and remains far below its all-time highs, trading at fractions of a cent. While both assets are down from previous peaks, SHIB’s relative volatility and community-driven price swings have kept it in the spotlight.

For many holders, XRP’s appeal lies in its real-world use cases and ongoing developments around cross-border payments, making a complete exit seem premature, especially during uncertain market conditions.

The community reactions reflect a broader divide in crypto markets, where meme coins are often seen as high-risk bets compared to alternative layer-1 or utility-driven tokens.

4 US Economic Events That Could Move Bitcoin This Week as Markets Watch the FedFed Governor comments could sway liquidity expectations and short-term Bitcoin sentiment.Jobs and claims data may trigger “bad news is good news” rate-cut reactions.CPI inflation print likely decides whether crypto rallies or faces renewed pressure.Bitcoin traders are heading into a macro-heavy week, with four US economic events expected to shape sentiment across crypto markets.

With Bitcoin trading in a volatile range and macro narratives dominating market psychology, traders are increasingly treating economic releases as short-term catalysts that can trigger sharp moves in both directions.

Which US Economic Signals Should Bitcoin and Crypto Investors Watch This Week?A Federal Reserve (Fed) governor’s media appearance, key labor-market data, weekly unemployment claims, and January inflation figures could all influence expectations around interest rates and liquidity—two of the strongest drivers of Bitcoin’s price cycles.

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This Week’s Major US Economic Reports & Fed Speakers. Source: MarketWatchFed Governor Stephen Miran Interview in FocusMarkets will first look to comments from Federal Reserve Governor Stephen Miran, who is scheduled to appear in a podcast interview on Monday, February 9. Ahead of the 5:00 p.m. ET. appearance, there is already mixed sentiment across the crypto community, especially amid broader market caution.  

Some market participants point to Miran’s relatively constructive view on stablecoins, arguing that regulatory clarity and dollar-linked digital assets could indirectly support Bitcoin by strengthening the broader crypto ecosystem and institutional participation.

Others see risk. Speculation that Miran could play a larger role in future Fed leadership has already coincided with bouts of volatility in both precious metals and crypto. This reflects fears that tighter policy could weigh on inflation-hedge narratives.

Positioning – when the rumor of Trump appointing Stephen Miran as fed chair BTC and metals started to fall. The market was positioned for lower rates and Miran is a Hawk – even more Hawkish than the present fed chair. The market sees this as having less inflation so inflation…

— Bob (@skytaleSythe) February 6, 2026 At the same time, some macro analysts have described Miran as more dovish than many of his peers, citing past arguments in favor of substantial rate cuts to support the labor market.

Any signals in that direction could lift sentiment in risk assets, particularly Bitcoin, which remains highly sensitive to liquidity expectations.

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US Employment Report Could Drive “Bad News Is Good News” NarrativeAttention will shift on Wednesday, February 11, to the US employment report, one of the most closely watched indicators of economic health and monetary-policy direction.

Forecasts suggest relatively modest job growth, potentially reaching 55,000 from the previous 50,000. Weaker-than-expected data could paradoxically support Bitcoin. Cooling labor conditions would increase pressure on the Fed to ease policy, potentially improving liquidity conditions for risk assets.

Recent labor-market indicators have already pointed to signs of slowing. Reports of rising layoffs and a slowdown in hiring have strengthened expectations that rate cuts could arrive sooner than previously anticipated.

Interest Rate Cut Probabilities. Source: CME FedWatch ToolHowever, the employment report also carries downside risk. A sharp deterioration in job data could spark broader growth fears, prompting investors to move toward defensive positions. Such an outcome could trigger short-term selloffs in crypto, as seen during previous macro shocks.

🚨 IS THE FED ALREADY TOO LATE FOR RATE CUTS?

Truflation is showing US inflation near 0.68% while layoffs, credit defaults, and bankruptcies are all rising, yet the Fed still says the economy is strong.

If you look at the economy right now and compare it with what the Fed is… pic.twitter.com/OHCTpkTRYl

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Jobless Claims May Reinforce or Challenge the TrendThursday’s initial jobless claims release will provide a more immediate snapshot of labor-market conditions. As such, it could reinforce the narrative set by the employment and unemployment reports on Wednesday.

Recent spikes in claims have coincided with risk-off reactions in crypto markets, including liquidation events and rapid price swings. Some traders interpret rising claims as a signal that economic conditions are weakening enough to force monetary easing, a longer-term positive for Bitcoin.

📉💰 Money pressure is rising fast! Layoffs are surging, jobless claims climbing, retirement savings looking scary low, debt stressing relationships, and Bitcoin taking a hit. 🚨📊 This snapshot breaks down the real financial struggles many Americans are facing right now — and… pic.twitter.com/hilS5lEtiK

— Damon Carr (@DamonLamont12) February 6, 2026 Others warn that in the short term, deteriorating employment data can unsettle markets, especially when liquidity is thin and leverage is elevated.

That dynamic has made jobless-claims releases a growing source of volatility, even though they rarely move markets in isolation.

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CPI and Core CPI Seen as the Week’s Decisive CatalystThe most consequential data point may arrive on Friday, February 13, with the release of January’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Core CPI figures.

Inflation data remains the primary driver of Fed policy expectations and, therefore, a key determinant of crypto market sentiment.

Cooler-than-expected readings in recent months have supported risk assets by weakening the “higher for longer” rate narrative.

Another soft inflation print could accelerate expectations for rate cuts in 2026, potentially reinforcing bullish momentum in Bitcoin and strengthening the case for a move toward six-figure price levels over time.

However, sticky or rising inflation would likely have the opposite effect, pushing Treasury yields higher and pressuring speculative assets, including cryptocurrencies.

“If data comes in hot, rates will likely stay higher, and risk assets may struggle. If data cools, rate cut expectations could return, and markets may breathe. This week will tell us what comes next,” remarked analyst Kyle Chasse.

Taken together, the week’s events represent a concentrated test of the macro narratives currently driving Bitcoin: inflation, employment, and the timing of monetary easing.

While long-term adoption trends, such as ETF flows, institutional participation, and stablecoin growth, continue to underpin bullish projections, short-term price action remains closely tied to economic data.

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Bitcoin’s quantum computing risks are far from imminent, according to a new report from CoinShares.

The digital asset investment firm says we are “nowhere near dangerous territory,” and quantum computers capable of breaking Bitcoin’s cryptographic security remain at least a decade away.

“As of early 2026, quantum threats are not imminent. Breaking secp256k1 would require quantum systems with millions of logical qubits—far beyond current capabilities.

According to researchers, in order to reverse a public key within one day, an attacker would require a quantum computer with fault tolerance and error limitation performance that has currently not been achieved, and 13 million physical qubits — about 100,000 times more than the largest current quantum computer [1].

In order to break it within an hour [2], it would have to be 3 million times better than current quantum computers.”

In addition, modern Bitcoin addresses keep public keys hidden behind hashes until coins are spent, adding an exponential layer of protection.

In the end, CoinShares calls quantum tech a foreseeable engineering challenge with ample time for defensive upgrades, but not an immediate threat to the network’s 21 million supply cap or proof-of-work.

“For institutional investors, the key insight is that quantum risks are contained, with an extended timeline for resolution. Bitcoin’s architecture provides built-in resilience, enabling proactive adaptations.

As sound money in a digital era, Bitcoin merits consideration based on its fundamentals, rather than overstated technological threats.”

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Bitcoin (BTC) begins its second week of February, licking its wounds as traders remain bearish on BTC.

Market forecasts agree that Bitcoin price action has not yet put in a reliable long-term bottom.

CPI week comes as markets lose faith in Fed rate cuts in March.

US dollar strength begins to fade as analysts eye a potential rerun of 2021 for Bitcoin-dollar correlation.

Japan’s election turns heads, with analysis seeing a weaker yen and crypto headwinds to come.

Bitcoin miners send large amounts to exchanges as the dust settles on the snap downside.

BTC price expected to attempt $60,000 retestBitcoin continues to trade above $70,000 as the week gets underway, but traders are anything but bullish on the short-term BTC price outlook.

Data from TradingView shows a lack of volatility around the weekly close, with BTC/USD staying around 20% higher versus its 15-month lows from last week.

BTC/USD one-hour chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingView
In an X thread covering lower time frames, trader CrypNuevo warned that the current relief may end up as a manipulative move to liquidate late short positions.

“The intention to push price up first would be to hit the short liquidations that exist between $72k-$77k mainly. But this move is just a guess,” he wrote. 

“What we're really anticipating here is the long wick getting filled at least 50% of it in the next weekly candles.” BTC/USDT one-week chart. Source: CrypNuevo/X
CrypNuevo implied that the lows could see at least a partial retest in the short term.

“It could be an immediate wick-fill. But in the case of having a move up first, then it could probably take around 5-8 weekly candles to get filled,” he forecast. 

At the weekend, Cointelegraph reported on a broad consensus that price would make new macro lows in the future — and that these could take BTC/USD to $50,000 or lower.

Guys this isn’t the bottom. It’s just a bounce.

Historically $BTC drops 80% during its bear market.

That puts us near 40k

— Roman (@Roman_Trading) February 6, 2026 Trader Daan Crypto Trades meanwhile considered less exciting BTC price action to come next.

“After such a volatile few weeks, price will attempt to start ranging at some point. With this recent spike in volatility and big retrace yesterday, there's a good chance we are hitting that point about now,” he told X followers Sunday. 

“Would expect volatility to slowly come off a bit again, a range to be formed and from there on out we can reassess and look for opportunities.”CPI due as Fed policy nerves emergeThe macro focus is back on US inflation data this week as wild gyrations in precious metals settle.

The January print of the Consumer Price Index (CPI), due Friday, forms the highlight and will follow various US employment data releases.

“Earnings season is also in full swing and macroeconomic uncertainty is elevated,” trading resource The Kobeissi Letter added on the week’s outlook.

Since announcing the new Chair of the Federal Reserve, President Donald Trump has failed to calm market nerves about future financial policy. His pick, Kevin Warsh, is thought to be notionally opposed to easing financial conditions — something that has already weighed on risk-asset performance.

Markets thus have little faith in interest rates going lower at the Fed’s next meeting in mid-March — even if Warsh is only due to take over in May.

Data from CME Group’s FedWatch Tool currently gives 82% odds of rates staying at current levels.

Fed target rate probabilities for March FOMC meeting (screenshot). Source: CME Group
Commenting, analytics resource Mosaic Asset Company pointed to “stubborn” US inflation statistics as a reason for a more hawkish Fed — and associated market nerves.

“The combination of stronger economic growth and stubbornly high core inflation might starting casting a doubt on the interest rate outlook across the yield curve,” it wrote in the latest edition of its regular newsletter, “The Market Mosaic.”

Mosaic said that difficult conditions for the Fed were a “major catalyst behind the selloff in growth and AI stocks this year.”

“Rising rates makes the present value of future corporate profits worth less in today’s terms, while higher rates presents competition for investor capital as well,” it added.

As the week began, meanwhile, gold returned to the $5,000 mark, while US stocks futures joined Bitcoin in a relief bounce off Friday’s lows. 

XAU/USD one-hour chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingViewUS dollar at a ten-year crossroadsFor both Bitcoin and the broader risk-asset market, US dollar strength is becoming an increasingly important potential volatility catalyst.

The US dollar index (DXY), which enjoyed a relief rally following a trip to multiyear lows near 95.5 in late January, is failing to reclaim levels above 98.

US dollar index (DXY) one-day chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingView
A strong dollar tends to result in pressure for Bitcoin, and while the correlation has undergone many changes in recent years, the long-term trend may provide bulls with a more reliable tailwind.

“Still holding that support. But really critical level for the long-term trend,” analyst Aksel Kibar wrote in recent dollar commentary. 

“$DXY can offer a great trade setup soon. Long or short. irrespective of direction.” US dollar index (DXY) one-month chart. Source: Aksel Kibar/X
Kibar eyed DXY possibly now breaking out of a ten-year trading channel to the downside, but said that more data would be necessary before this was confirmed.

An alternative perspective comes from Henrik Zeberg, chief macro economist at crypto market insight company Swissblock.

In an X post last week, Zeberg likened the current relationship between BTC and DXY to early 2021 — around ten months before BTC/USD saw the blow-off top in its last bull market.

Far from breaking down, DXY could in fact be at the start of its next bull run.

“Strong DXY is BEARISH for BTC - just not in the initial phase of the Bull. Likely because ROTATION into US Assets,” he wrote. 

“In 2021 - we had 12 weeks of BTC rally into the new DXY Bull. The rally gained 130% into the TOP for BTC. I see same development again! +100% gain in BTC - into its FINAL TOP.” BTC/USD one-week chart. Source: Henrik Zeberg/X
An accompanying chart suggested a target for that “final top” at $146,000.

Yen weakness stays on the radarFor the short term, however, Bitcoin faces another macro hurdle: a new fiscal policy era in Japan.

After the reelection of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, Japanese stocks surged to record highs — and analysis now sees negative impacts for US investment vehicles and crypto.

“The landslide victory of Sanae Takaichi marks Japan’s shift toward aggressive fiscal stimulus and tolerance for currency depreciation,” analyst XWIN Research Japan wrote in a blog post published on onchain analytics platform CryptoQuant. 

“The ‘Takaichi Trade’ has lifted the Nikkei to record highs while reshaping global capital flows.” BTC and US Index Tracker (screenshot). Source: CryptoQuant
XWIN referenced findings warning of “slowing inflows” into US equity exchange-traded funds (ETFs), thanks to a weaker yen increasing the attractiveness of Japanese bonds.

“Against this backdrop, Bitcoin faces short-term downside risk,” it continued. 

“In risk-off phases, BTC tends to correlate with U.S. equities, allowing equity-led de-risking to spill into crypto markets. This pressure does not reflect deterioration in Bitcoin’s on-chain fundamentals, but cross-asset risk management.”As Cointelegraph reported, crypto markets remain highly sensitive to Japan-related news, with one theory even attributing the yen carry trade to last week’s BTC price crash.

Analyzing the yen situation ahead of the election, Robin Brooks, a senior research fellow at Brookings, described its weakness as a “political liability.”

“With the election out of the way, especially if Takaichi does well, the optics of Yen depreciation won’t matter nearly as much,” he predicted. 

“So the election is conceivably a catalyst for the next round of Yen weakening.” USD/JPY vs. BTC/USD one-day chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingViewBitcoin miners see “exceptional” exchange inflowsBitcoin miners are busy adjusting to current reality after Bitcoin’s 15-month lows — but research warns that a sell-off risk remains.

Miner inflows to exchanges reached their highest levels since 2024 in recent days, with Feb. 5 alone seeing total deposits of 24,000 BTC.

Describing that tally as “exceptional,” CryptoQuant contributor Arab Chain said that the market is undergoing a “redistribution phase.”

“Notably, this rise in miner activity comes within a market environment characterized by clear volatility and reduced risk appetite among segments of traders, which could add an extra layer of short-term selling pressure,” a blog post explained.

“However, these inflows do not necessarily indicate the start of a prolonged downtrend, but rather may represent a natural redistribution phase within the market cycle.” Bitcoin miner inflows to exchanges. Source: CryptoQuant
The classic Hash Ribbons indicator, which measures periods of miner stress, likewise continues its reaction to Bitcoin’s flash crash.

The indicator’s two moving averages of hash rate show no sign of forming a classic bullish cross, firmly invalidating its latest “buy” signal from early January.

BTC/USD one-day chart with Hash Ribbons data. Source: Capriole InvestmentsThis 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.

Why Quantum Computing Isn’t the Immediate Bitcoin Threat Many AssumeCoinShares says quantum computing threat to Bitcoin remains distant.Only about 0.1% of Bitcoin supply faces plausible quantum vulnerability.Experts warn premature protocol changes could harm Bitcoin’s neutrality.Concerns that quantum computing could one day break Bitcoin’s cryptography have resurfaced. Yet, a new report by CoinShares argues that the quantum risks remain distant, with only a fraction of Bitcoin’s supply potentially vulnerable.

The report frames quantum computing as a long-term engineering challenge. It argues that Bitcoin has ample time to adapt well before quantum machines reach a cryptographically relevant scale.

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The Quantum Threat Assessment For BitcoinIn the report titled “Quantum Vulnerability in Bitcoin: A Manageable Risk,” CoinShares’ Bitcoin Research Lead Christopher Bendiksen explained that Bitcoin relies on elliptic-curve cryptography to secure transactions. 

In theory, a sufficiently powerful quantum computer could use Shor’s algorithm to derive private keys from public keys. This could enable unauthorized spending.

However, Bendiksen noted that such an attack would require quantum machines with millions of stable, error-corrected qubits. This is far beyond today’s capabilities.

“Breaking secp256k1 within a practical amount of time (<1 year) needs 10-100,000 times the current number of logical qubits; relevant quantum tech at least 10 years off. Long-term attacks can take place over years—could become feasible within a decade; short-term (mempool attacks) need <10-min computations—infeasible in anything but the very long term (decades),” the report read.

The report also examined the scope of Bitcoin’s real exposure. According to Bendiksen, only about 1.6 million BTC, roughly 8% of the total supply, resides in legacy Pay-to-Public-Key (P2PK) addresses where public keys are already exposed. However, the true practical risk is significantly smaller.

Of that amount, the report estimated that only around 10,200 BTC could plausibly be targeted in a way that would have an impact. This represents less than 0.1% of Bitcoin’s total supply.

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“The remaining ~1.6 million all sit in 32,607 individual, ~50 btc UTXOs, that would take millennia to unlock even in the most outlandishly optimistic scenarios of technological progression in quantum computing,” Bendiksen stated.

The remaining vulnerable coins are dispersed across tens of thousands of addresses. This distribution would make large-scale exploitation slow and operationally impractical even for advanced quantum systems, according to the analysis.

This limited exposure exists because of modern address types. Pay-to-Public-Key-Hash (P2PKH) and Pay-to-Script-Hash (P2SH) do not reveal public keys until coins are spent, sharply reducing the attack surface.

While post-quantum cryptographic proposals exist, Bendiksen cautioned against premature or forced changes. He warned they could introduce new risks, weaken decentralization, or rely on cryptographic schemes that have not yet been sufficiently tested in adversarial environments.

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“For the perceivable future, market implications appear limited,” Bendiksen added. “The greater concern is preserving Bitcoin’s immutability and neutrality, which could be jeopardised by premature protocol changes.”

Meanwhile, this outlook aligns with views previously expressed by other industry figures, including Casa co-founder Jameson Lopp and Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson. Both of whom have argued that quantum computing poses no near-term threat to Bitcoin’s cryptography.

Quantum Risk No Longer Ignored as Investors and Developers PrepareThat said, not all market participants share this view. Some institutional investors are increasingly factoring quantum computing risk into their Bitcoin exposure rather than dismissing it as a distant concern. 

BeInCrypto reported that strategist Christopher Wood reduced a 10% Bitcoin allocation from Jefferies’ model portfolio, reallocating capital toward gold and mining equities. This move came amid concerns that future advances in quantum computing could threaten Bitcoin’s security.

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At the same time, several blockchain projects are already taking proactive steps. Coinbase, Ethereum, and Optimism have publicly outlined efforts to prepare for a post-quantum future.

Charles Edwards of Capriole Investments has also suggested that Bitcoin’s price may need to decline further before the network attracts sufficient attention to the issue of quantum security. He framed market pressure as a potential catalyst for broader technical discussion.

“$50K not that far away now. I was serious when I said last year that price would need to go lower to incentivize proper attention to Bitcoin quantum security. This is the first promising progress we have seen to date,” he said.

Edwards added that substantial work still lies ahead, warning that Bitcoin’s quantum preparedness efforts would need to accelerate in 2026.

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South Korea’s Financial Supervisory Service (FSS) said it will step up scrutiny of suspected cryptocurrency price manipulation in 2026, outlining a slate of planned investigations that target high-risk trading tactics, including “whale” activity and schemes that exploit disruptions at local exchanges, local outlet Yonhap reported Monday.

According to Yonhap News Agency, FSS Governor Lee Chang-jin said that the agency will target high-risk trading practices that undermine market order, including coordinated manipulation and schemes exploiting disruptions in exchange infrastructure. 

The FSS said the probes will focus on tactics that involve large-scale trading by whales, artificial price swings during exchange deposit or withdrawal suspensions and coordinated trading mechanisms using APIs or social media to spread false information. 

Under the plan, the regulator said it intends to strengthen automated detection by analyzing abnormal price movements at very short intervals and developing tools that can flag suspected manipulation “sections” and related account groups, alongside text analysis that can help identify coordinated misinformation.

Planned probes target crypto manipulation tacticsThe FSS said it will investigate practices that distort price discovery, including schemes that take advantage of exchange deposit or withdrawal suspensions, a practice referred to in South Korea as “gating.”

These situations can trap supply on a platform, creating artificial movements disconnected from the broader digital asset markets. 

The financial watchdog also mentioned that it will track manipulation using market-order APIs and coordinated activity aimed at amplifying false narratives on social media. 

On Feb. 2, the FSS expanded its use of artificial intelligence-powered surveillance tools to monitor crypto markets, reducing reliance on manual identification of potential manipulation.

In parallel, the watchdog established a task force to prepare for the introduction of the Digital Asset Basic Act, the second phase of the country’s crypto regulatory framework. 

The unit will support the implementation planning rather than enforcement, including work on disclosures, exchange oversight and licensing standards. 

Exchange incidents add urgency to oversight pushThe tougher tone arrives after a series of exchange-related incidents put operational risk back in the spotlight.

On Sunday, crypto exchange Bithumb said it recovered 99.7% of excess Bitcoin (BTC) mistakenly credited to users during a promotional error.

While the exchange said no customer assets were lost, the episode briefly triggered sharp price swings and prompted compensation measures for affected users. 

The incident triggered a response from regulators. According to the Asia Business Daily, the Financial Services Commission (FSC) held an emergency inspection meeting on Sunday with the FSS and the Korea Financial Intelligence Unit (KoFIU), where officials reportedly ordered a comprehensive review of internal controls across all domestic crypto exchanges.

On Feb. 3, the FSS said it was reviewing sharp price movements in the ZKsync token during a system maintenance window on Upbit. The regulator said it was analyzing the data and could escalate the review into a formal investigation depending on the findings. 

Upbit operator Dunamu previously told Cointelegraph that it has internal systems that also flag suspicious activities and a process that involves cooperating with regulators.

“When regulators request information, we can provide the relevant trading data without delay,” the spokesperson told Cointelegraph.

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These plans are supported by the rising adoption of its USDT, whose market capitalization  increased to around $185 billion. The company is reinvesting profits into hiring, technology development, and strategic investments across multiple sectors while seeking regulatory footholds outside the United States. In contrast, Block, led by Jack Dorsey, is preparing to cut up to 10% of its staff as part of its ongoing restructuring. This will be its third round of layoffs in two years. 

Tether Expands Hiring and InvestmentsTether, the company behind the world’s largest stablecoin USDT, is accelerating its broad global expansion. According to a report by the Financial Times, the stablecoin issuer quietly scaled its workforce to around 300 employees and plans to add roughly 150 more over the next 18 months, with a strong emphasis on engineering talent.

The hiring push forms part of Tether’s ambition to expand well beyond its original role as a stablecoin issuer. While engineers are a top priority, the company is also recruiting for specialized non-technical roles across multiple jurisdictions. Job listings show openings for AI filmmakers in Italy, venture associates in the United Arab Emirates, and regulatory specialists in Ghana and Brazil.

This growth has been fueled by the continued rise in USDT adoption. Tether’s flagship stablecoin saw its market capitalization climb to approximately $185 billion, up from around $140 billion a year earlier. The expansion in supply translated into rising profits, giving Tether more financial flexibility to pursue long-term investments and infrastructure development. 

At a recent conference in San Salvador, Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino outlined a sweeping vision for what he described as a “freedom tech stack,” spanning finance, communications, artificial intelligence, and energy.

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So far, the company has deployed capital into sectors ranging from South American agriculture to European sports, including a stake in Italian football club Juventus. It also backed technology-focused ventures in robotics, satellite infrastructure, and artificial intelligence. One of its biggest bets was a roughly $775 million investment in Rumble, a YouTube alternative that last month launched a non-custodial crypto wallet integrated directly into its video streaming platform.

The expansion comes at a time of intensifying competition and regulatory scrutiny. Rival stablecoin issuer Circle went public last year, increasing pressure on Tether to ramp up scale, resilience, and transparency. At the same time, regulators globally are working on stablecoin reserve practices and compliance standards. Tether also wants to establish regulatory footholds outside the United States, including within the Abu Dhabi Global Market, as it navigates a fragmented global regulatory landscape.

Block Plans New Round of LayoffsOn the other hand, the fintech group led by Jack Dorsey. Block Inc., is preparing to reduce its workforce by as much as 10% as part of its restructuring effort. The planned job cuts were reported by Bloomberg on Saturday. 

According to the report, the reductions are taking place across multiple teams and are tied to year-end performance evaluations that are expected to continue through late February. If carried out in full, the move would be the company’s third major round of layoffs in roughly two years. Block eliminated 931 roles in March of 2025 and cut around 1,000 positions earlier, in January of 2024.

Block has been reshaping its business since 2024 to more closely integrate Cash App with Square while reallocating resources toward newer initiatives. In November 2024, the company said it will prioritize Bitcoin mining activities and wind down its decentralized technology unit, TBD. Around the same time, it scaled back investments in music streaming platform Tidal and laid off staff tied to both operations. The company has also been developing an in-house AI productivity tool known as Goose.

At its investor day in November 2025, Block shared a three-year financial framework that targets mid-teens annual gross profit growth through 2028 and projected $11.98 billion in gross profit for 2026. Management also announced a $5 billion expansion of its share repurchase program, which lifted shares by about 8% at the time. 

However, earnings results have been mixed. While Block beat expectations in the second quarter with 14% year-over-year gross profit growth, it fell short in the third quarter on both revenue and adjusted earnings per share, triggering a sharp after-hours sell-off.

Block’s shares are down roughly 37% over the past year and about 13% year to date, despite a nearly 5% gain in Friday’s session that saw the stock close at $55.97. The layoffs also come during a broader wave of corporate job cuts, with US employers announcing more than 108,000 layoffs in January, the highest January total since 2009.

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