Two Democratic secretaries of state have reported that the Trump administration does not intend to deploy federal immigration enforcement agents to polling locations during the upcoming November congressional elections. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting concerns about potential voter intimidation and the administration's assurance to avoid such actions. This decision comes amid heightened scrutiny over election security and voter rights. The secretaries of state emphasized the importance of maintaining a safe and accessible voting environment for all citizens.

Jake Loo, co-founder and Chief Technology Officer of the Web3 development tools platform thirdweb, has announced his resignation. According to Foresight News, Loo highlighted the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on their products and organizational structure. He noted that AI has evolved from being an enhancement to a fundamental technology reshaping work processes. Loo emphasized that AI is not just hype but a significant force driving changes in software development, team operations, and industry restructuring. Consequently, he has decided to dedicate his efforts entirely to AI.

Jake Loo, co-founder and Chief Technology Officer of Web3 development tool platform thirdweb, has announced his resignation. According to ChainCatcher, Loo expressed that during his tenure at thirdweb, multiple AI agents were developed and deployed, significantly impacting both the company's products and organizational structure. He witnessed AI evolve from a supplementary tool to a transformative technology that fundamentally changes work processes. This experience has shifted his perspective, leading him to believe that AI is currently the most important technological advancement. Loo emphasized that this is not mere hype, but a genuine transformation affecting software development, team operations, and industry restructuring. Consequently, he has decided to fully dedicate himself to this field.

The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) stated on February 25 that it has "full enforcement authority" over illegal trading in prediction markets. This follows prediction market platform Kalshi's report of two insider trading incidents to the CFTC, resulting in the freezing of related traders' accounts. Concerns surrounding insider trading in prediction markets have been rising recently. A senior Justice Department official this month designated prediction markets as an area suitable for enforcement, and state gambling regulators are also seeking to regulate such markets. The CFTC's statement last week in a court filing that it has exclusive jurisdiction over prediction markets further exacerbated the jurisdictional dispute with the states. Under current regulations, companies registered with the CFTC (such as Kalshi) are typically obligated to assist in monitoring violations within their markets and report them to the agency. (Reuters)

AI economic payment and settlement platform AEON has disclosed its operational data for 2025. According to Foresight News, AEON's products, AI Payment and Web3 mobile payment solution AEON Pay, processed a total of 5.7 million transactions throughout the year, amounting to over $263 million. The platform serves 1.81 million users globally, with a growing trend in AI-native payment scale. AEON's payment network now spans over 50 million merchants across regions such as Southeast Asia, Latin America, and Africa. It supports AI payment standards like x402 and ERC-8004, facilitating the application of AI-native payments in real-world commercial scenarios.

Bank of Korea Governor Lee Chang-yong has observed shifts in the supply and demand dynamics of the foreign exchange market. According to Jin10, these changes could have significant implications for the country's economic landscape. Governor Lee's remarks highlight the evolving nature of the forex market, which is influenced by various global and domestic factors. The Bank of Korea continues to monitor these developments closely to ensure financial stability and effective policy responses.

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A fire broke out in Wenatchee, Washington, on February 26, reportedly connected to local Bitcoin mining operations. According to BlockBeats, the local fire department responded to the incident, but details regarding the extent of the damage and any casualties have not been released. Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the fire and whether the mining facility complies with local safety regulations. As of now, the name of the involved mining site and the direct cause of the fire remain undisclosed.

Marks & Spencer, the renowned British retailer, is set to withdraw from the Philippines after four decades of operation. Bloomberg posted on X that this decision comes as evolving consumer preferences continue to transform the retail sector. The local franchise holder announced the move, highlighting the shifting dynamics in the market that have influenced this strategic decision.

South Korean central bank governor Lee Chang-yong has attributed the recent strengthening of the South Korean won to the foreign exchange hedging strategies employed by the country's national pension fund, among other decisions. According to Jin10, Lee emphasized the impact of these financial maneuvers on the currency's performance. The won's appreciation comes amid broader economic strategies aimed at stabilizing the nation's financial landscape. Lee's comments highlight the role of institutional actions in influencing currency markets, underscoring the interconnectedness of national financial policies and global economic trends.

The WLFI team has introduced a proposal for a governance staking system that mandates token holders to lock their WLFI tokens for a minimum of 180 days to participate in voting. According to NS3.AI, this system is designed with three distinct staking tiers, each offering unique benefits such as governance rights, OTC conversion privileges, and collaboration opportunities with the WLFI team. The primary objective of the proposal is to redirect arbitrage gains from intermediaries to dedicated participants within the ecosystem. Approval of this proposal requires a 7-day voting period and the support of 1 billion WLFI tokens.

Nvidia released its Q4 FY2026 earnings report, with revenue exceeding market expectations. The company also provided revenue guidance of $78 billion for the next quarter, surpassing Wall Street expectations. This strong performance helps alleviate market concerns about the sustainability of the overheated AI investment trend.

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