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Due to the military actions by the United States and Israel against Iran causing a surge in international oil prices, the White House is developing plans to lower gasoline prices, including protecting oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz and discussing tax reduction measures. The rise in oil prices is putting pressure on consumers, and the future trend of oil prices will depend on the situation in the Middle East and the White House's policy responses.

Former DaXin Securities employee arrested for suspected stock market manipulation, demonstrating a strict crackdown on improper conduct in the financial market. The prosecution has conducted a search of DaXin, and employee A has left the company after an internal review. This incident could impact market fairness and investor confidence. Future market stability depends on law enforcement responses.

Under the backdrop of a surge in AI-driven computing demands, the telecommunications industry faces proprietary technology barriers. Open wireless access networks are seen as a solution. Telecom companies need to break proprietary control and leverage artificial intelligence to enhance the intelligence of network operations and traffic routing, in order to achieve innovation and increased competitiveness. However, most telecom companies find it difficult to narrow the gap with technological fields due to their size and government regulation.

The Korean exchange's plan to extend stock market trading hours has faced opposition from the securities industry and labor unions, with considerations to delay implementation until the second half of the year. Although this move aims to enhance market competitiveness, industry concerns include increased market volatility. The exchange plans to further discuss with stakeholders to coordinate opinions.

Crawford Company has released the "2026 U.S. Forecast Report," focusing on trends such as disaster recovery, data automation, claims digitalization, and industry agility. Revenue in Q4 2025 declined by 11.2%, with a net loss of $7.2 million, but the full-year adjusted profit increased. The company restructured its operational framework, promoted leadership changes, and implemented a stock buyback plan.

Korean exchanges are considering delaying the extension of trading hours until the second half of the year due to opposition from the securities industry and lack of preparedness. The symposium gathered opinions from member companies and emphasized the need to ensure IT system stability. The timing of extending trading hours is closely related to market stability and the stance of the labor sector.

The Ministry of Health, Welfare and Family Affairs plans to delegate the voting rights of the national pension's stock holdings to private asset management companies to improve the fund's yield. About half of the pension has already been managed by responsible investment firms that emphasize ESG factors. The new plan will change the management approach, strengthen fiduciary responsibilities, and ultimately promote stable operations of elderly funds. The market has high expectations for this.

The escalating tensions in the Middle East have caused significant fluctuations in the South Korean stock market KOSPI, with intraday volatility reaching a six-year high. Investors are cautious about risk assets, and the KOSPI200 volatility index remains high. The market may continue to be unstable in the future, and a long-term investment strategy is recommended.

Superform is an on-chain digital banking protocol stack centered around the $UP token, enabling cross-chain verifiable execution and asset management. Its V2 version aims to integrate on-chain finance, improve user experience, and manage assets exceeding $185 million. The protocol promotes innovative profit models and enhances competitiveness in the global financial market, providing investors with valuable insights.

The Ministry of Health and Welfare has decided to transfer the voting rights for stock investments in the National Pension to private asset management companies to enhance trustee responsibility and improve efficiency. The new plan will utilize a "separate fund" structure, allowing the operating company to directly exercise voting rights, with a focus on ESG investments. It is expected to increase investment returns and promote the development of the capital market.

The results of Medikus Pharma's Phase 2 clinical trial demonstrated the safety and efficacy of the D-MNA( micro-needle array with doxorubicin. This study suggests the potential for non-invasive treatment of skin cancer and is expected to have a positive impact on meetings with the FDA. A complete response was observed in 73% of cases at high doses of D-MNA, and the company is preparing materials for future strategic partnerships.

FRNT Financial has partnered with Canadian digital asset custody firm Balance to provide liquidity and lending services to designated institutional clients. This move will enhance Balance's capital markets service capabilities and promote a transparent and compliant digital asset trading infrastructure. Clients can access FRNT's services directly through Balance.

On March 5th, the Korean Won to US Dollar exchange rate fell to the 1460 range, influenced by expectations of US-Iran negotiations. During the previous night's trading, the exchange rate briefly broke through 1500 Korean Won. The Korean stock market KOSPI surged significantly, with individual investors actively buying in. Future exchange rate fluctuations will be affected by international politics and US economic policies.

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority and other institutions announced the launch of the Generative Artificial Intelligence Sandbox++, covering multiple financial sectors, with a focus on risk management, anti-fraud, and customer experience. Participating organizations can receive support to develop industry-specific AI applications in a risk-controlled environment.