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#Pakistan Digital Authority and #DFINITY Partner for Sovereign Cloud Infrastructure and AI Software Systems

Pakistan Digital Authority (#PDA ) and DFINITY have signed an agreement in Islamabad and Zurich to establish sovereign digital infrastructure for Pakistan.

Key Highlights:
Pakistan Subnet Development: DFINITY will create a dedicated Pakistan Subnet on its Internet Computer Platform (ICP), providing Pakistan with sovereign, tamper-proof cloud infrastructure independent of foreign cloud providers.

National Messenger Application: A national messenger app will be developed to provide private and verifiable communications for Pakistani users.

AI Platform Access: 1,500 Caffeine licenses (DFINITY's AI platform) will be provided to support application development and capacity-building across government, education, and entrepreneurship sectors.

Local Presence: DFINITY will establish a local presence in Pakistan to support long-term collaboration and technical engagement.

About DFINITY: The organization has invested over $500 million in research and development, with a team comprising former engineers from Google, Apple, IBM, and Meta. They have published 1,500+ research papers, received 88,000+ citations, and contributed 190+ patents in distributed systems, cryptography, and advanced computing.

About PDA: Pakistan Digital Authority is a federal body established under the Digital Nation Pakistan Act 2025, responsible for leading Pakistan's digital transformation and overseeing digital policy, data governance, AI governance, and national digital infrastructure.

This partnership aims to strengthen Pakistan's digital sovereignty and enhance national resilience through sovereign cloud infrastructure and AI-ready platforms.

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$XAU (Gold) is stable at current level $5,000.65 (+0.49%). Pullbacks are small and upward momentum is maintained.
Long Trade Setup:
💰 Entry zone: 4,980 – 5,010
🛑 Stop loss: 4,940
Profit Targets:
🎯 TP1: 5,080
🎯 TP2: 5,150
🎯 TP3: 5,220
Price is consolidating near support and buyers are defending their positions, which indicates the next upward move.
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$OWL has strong movement possibility 🚨
Trade Setup: Entry point: 0.00945
Stop loss: 0.00895
Profit targets:
Target 1: 0.01040 🎯
Target 2: 0.01100 🎯
Target 3: 0.01220 🎯
Chart pattern is showing consolidation and there is possibility of upward breakout. Price action is gathering momentum. Targets are in achievable range. Manage your risk properly and keep securing profits.
⚠️ Risk Warning: There is high risk in crypto trading. Do your own research.
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$WLFI price action is weakening and selling pressure is increasing. Upward moves are not maintaining and buying support looks weak.
Trade Setup: Short position $WLFI Entry zone: 0.104 – 0.110 Stop loss: 0.115
Profit targets:
First target: 0.098
Second target: 0.089
Third target: 0.080
When price goes up, selling comes in, whereas downward moves are running more smoothly. Sellers are active and possibility of continuation lower is higher.
Momentum is heavy on $WLFI

#Russia Has Revealed the Names of Three Employees in the Shooting of a General
Russia's Investigations Committee has identified three employees in the shooting of Lt Gen Vladimir Alexeyev.
Various Information:
The attacker's name has been stated as Lyubomir Korba who is a #Ukrainian -Russian citizen
Korba arrived in Moscow at the end of December
The attack occurred on Friday in a residential building in the north-western area of Moscow
Alexeyev is at the number two position in GRU (Russia's military intelligence agency)
He regained consciousness after surgery in the hospital
Details of the Attack:
Three shots were fired and the attacker escaped. Korba went to UAE after the attack from where he was arrested and sent to Russia. A Makarov pistol with a silencer attached and three bullets were recovered from the crime scene.
Employees:
Lyubomir Korba - attacker (arrested)
Viktor Vasin - assistant (arrested in Moscow)
Zinaida Serebritskaya - female employee (went to Ukraine)
Ukraine has denied its involvement while Russia says that this attack was carried out to create obstacles in talks to end the war.

This Russia-Ukraine war has been ongoing since 2022 and senior military officials on both sides have been targeted.
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Malaysia has seized crude #oil tankers worth $129.9 million that were involved in illegal ship-to-ship transfers. The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency apprehended two tankers about 24 nautical miles from Muka Head near Penang, with 53 crew members on board—including Chinese, Burmese, Iranian, Pakistani, and Indian nationals. Both captains have been arrested. The oil was valued at 512 million ringgit, and the tankers at 718 million ringgit. Such activities are common in these waters to conceal the oil's origin. Malaysia had promised stricter laws in July, with fines of 100,000-200,000 ringgit for unauthorized anchoring and illegal transfers.
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Russia's crypto regulation framework is set to kick off from July 2026, with retail participation now included!
Key points (based on the latest reports from the Central Bank of Russia, State Duma Committee Chair Anatoly Aksakov, and official statements):
The bill is expected to go for a vote in the State Duma by the end of June 2026.
If passed, the full framework takes effect from July 1, 2027 (some preparatory rules or rollout elements start in July 2026, but major enforcement and retail access align with 2027).
Non-qualified (retail/ordinary) traders: Can buy only the most liquid/top cryptos (likely BTC, ETH, possibly others like SOL or TON from the central bank's whitelist). Strict annual limit of 300,000 rubles (~$3,800–$3,900 depending on exchange rate) per year, through one registered intermediary/broker. Must pass a knowledge/risk-awareness test first.
Qualified/pro traders (those who pass a more advanced test or meet criteria): Unlimited access to almost any crypto (except privacy/anonymous coins like Monero, Zcash, where transfers hide details). Can trade broader range, including foreign accounts/exchanges, but must report for tax purposes.
Stablecoins fall into a separate category, mainly for foreign/cross-border dealings (not domestic payments, which remain banned).
This is a classic case of controlled liberalization — Russia flipping from crypto-skeptic to regulated adoption mode, driven by sanctions, cross-border needs, and real-world usage (already seeing heavy crypto flows for imports/exports). The retail cap keeps it "safe" for normies while pros get freedom.
Definitely reads bullish for $BTC /$ETH long-term — legal retail inflow from a major economy + pro-tier unlimited access = more liquidity and legitimacy. 📈
Russia's finally joining the game with structure, not chaos. Watch for the June vote — could be a catalyst if it passes smoothly. Smart money is already positioning. 🧠
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📢 Crypto Bill Update: CLARITY Act in Focus

The U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee is set to discuss the CLARITY Act tomorrow. Encouragingly, several Democratic senators have agreed not to obstruct its progress — a positive signal for the crypto industry.

Meanwhile, the Senate Banking Committee has delayed its session to prioritize other matters, though side negotiations are ongoing. The White House remains actively involved and is pushing for swift passage of the bill.

Matt Hougan of Bitwise Investments noted that if the bill fails, crypto will enter a critical “show me” phase — a three-year window to prove its value to everyday Americans and the traditional financial system.

Stay tuned for more updates on regulatory clarity and its impact on the digital asset ecosystem.

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#BlackRock⁩ 's Rick Rieder Top Candidate for Federal Reserve Chairman
According to prediction markets, BlackRock's Chief Investment Officer Rick Rieder has emerged as the top contender for the new Federal Reserve Chairman. He has left behind the former favorite, Kevin Warsh.
Bets on Polymarket
Rick Rieder: 49% odds
Kevin Warsh: 28% odds
Christopher Waller: 10% odds
Kevin Hassett: 7% odds
Reason for Rieder's Rise
Until last week, Rieder was at only 3% odds, but he has now reached 49%. There are two major reasons for this:
Donald Trump described him as a "very impressive" person.
Trump's economic advisor Kevin Hassett (who is himself a finalist) endorsed Rieder, calling him the "best bond guy."
What's Next?
Trump has said that he has made his decision and the candidate list is now down to just "one." According to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, this decision will be announced soon.
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#Ryanair CEO Tells #ElonMusk : 'Join the End of the Line'
Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary has responded to Elon Musk, saying that if he intends to buy the airline, he should "join the end of a very, very, very long line." This statement was made in response to Musk's 'jokey' poll about buying Ryanair.
Ryanair Will Not Install Starlink Wi-Fi
Ryanair has decided that it will not install Starlink Wi-Fi on its aircraft. The company says this would cause a 2% increase in fuel drag and annual costs would reach $200-250 million, which is not feasible for short European flights.
CFO Neil Sorahan said that on flights shorter than 2 hours, passengers do not want to pay for internet, preferring instead to watch movies pre-downloaded on their devices.
Billionaires' Spat
The public debate between Musk and O'Leary increased Ryanair's bookings by 2-3%. Musk also conducted a poll in which 76.5% of people supported buying Ryanair.
In response, O'Leary stated that non-EU citizens cannot hold a majority stake in European airlines, and that Musk should join the long line of people criticizing him.
Competitors Are Installing Starlink
Ryanair's stance is making it an outlier in the airline world:
Lufthansa Group: Installing Starlink on its 850 aircraft starting in 2026.
Qatar Airways: Has already equipped 60% of its fleet.
Emirates: Will cover its entire fleet by mid-2027.
Alaska Airlines, British Airways, Iberia, and Aer Lingus have also begun installations.
Ryanair's Performance is Good
Despite the lack of internet facilities, Ryanair has upgraded its 2026 forecast. The company now expects to carry 208 million passengers, and fares are also estimated to increase by more than 7% compared to last year.

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Britain's #jobs Being Destroyed Due to AI, Morgan Stanley Report
According to new research by Morgan Stanley, job losses in Britain due to AI adoption are happening at a faster pace compared to other major countries. British companies cut a net 8% of jobs last year because of AI, which is double that of Germany, America, Japan, and Australia.
Productivity Increased, But Jobs Were Lost
The productivity of UK companies using AI increased by 11.5%, but despite this, they reduced jobs. In America, productivity increased by the same amount, but there was an increase in jobs there.
In the UK, job openings, particularly for roles like software developers and consultants, have fallen by 37% — since 2022 when #chatgpt arrived — while openings for other jobs decreased by 26%.
Greater Impact on Young People
Youth unemployment has reached 13.7%, the highest level since 2020. AI is eliminating entry-level office jobs, and companies are cutting positions that require 2-5 years of experience.
The Bank of England says that AI is a "general purpose technology" that will broadly transform things, but we must also be prepared for job losses alongside it.
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Trump Announces 'Board of Peace' #Gaza Governance Plan
Former US President Donald Trump has announced the formation of the "Board of Peace," which will oversee the administration of Gaza.
Key Points:
The Board will supervise a 15-member Palestinian Technocratic Committee, led by Ali Shaath.
The Board's Director-General will be Nickolay Mladenov, and Trump himself will serve as the Board's Chairman.
The full membership of the Board will be announced next week at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.
The Board will include heads of state from at least 8 countries, including the UK, Italy, Germany, Turkey, Qatar, Egypt, the UAE, and Jordan.
The Executive Committee will include Jared Kushner, Steve Witkoff, and Tony Blair.
Situation and Tensions:
Despite a ceasefire in Gaza, tensions between Hamas and Israel continue.
Trump has demanded full demilitarization from Hamas.
The central issue for Palestinians remains a complete Israeli military withdrawal from Gaza.
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$DUSK /USDT has broken its multi-month downtrend and is showing bullish momentum. A 17% drop was seen in the recent 24 hours due to heavy selling pressure, but the current price is at $0.069 USD with a 4.77% uptick.

1H Timeframe Update
The 1H chart is in a consolidation phase with higher lows. The support level at $0.065 is strong, and resistance is being tested between $0.07–$0.085. A volume spike (16M+) indicates a bullish continuation if support holds.
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The United States has suspended immigrant visa services for citizens of 75 countries, including #Pakistan from January 21, 2026, indefinitely. This action has been taken under the "public charge" policy to screen individuals who may potentially become a burden on the U.S. state welfare system.

Affected countries: Pakistan, Iran, Russia, Afghanistan, Somalia, Nigeria, Yemen, Thailand, Brazil, Libya, Syria, Bangladesh, Morocco, and others. India is not included in this list. The temporary suspension period is indefinite, meaning no clear end date has been provided.
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#MOU between Pakistan and World Liberty Financial on Stablecoin Payments

Pakistan’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) announced on X that the Ministry of Finance has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with World Liberty Financial (WLFI).

The purpose of this partnership is to explore new developments in digital finance, specifically looking into the potential use of stablecoins for cross-border transactions.

World Liberty Financial also issues a dollar-pegged stablecoin named World Liberty Financial USD (USD1), which has a market value of $3.43 billion.

Pakistan’s Crypto Journey:

· In December 2025, Pakistan granted a no-objection certificate to a crypto exchange backed by Justin Sun.
· Binance co-founder Changpeng “CZ” Zhao was also appointed as a strategic advisor to the Pakistan Crypto Council.
· Pakistan had also announced plans to build a strategic Bitcoin reserve in 2025.

Currently, the WLFI token price is $0.1700, which has decreased by 7.61% in the last 24 hours.
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Stablecoin infrastructure firm Rain has secured $250 million in Series C funding led by ICONIQ, reaching a valuation of $1.95 billion. The round included Sapphire Ventures, Dragonfly, Bessemer, Galaxy Ventures, FirstMark, Lightspeed, Norwest, and Endeavor Catalyst, bringing total funding to $338 million. The company will use the new capital to obtain licenses and expand stablecoin services in North America, South America, Europe, Asia, and Africa; its Visa cards operate in 150+ countries and handle over $3 billion in annualized transactions for 200+ partners like Western Union.
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Trump's #NYT Interview: No Need for International Law, Only His Own Morality as Limit
Donald Trump said in his New York Times interview that his power is limited only by "his own morality and mind." "I don’t need international law" and "this is the only thing that can stop me," he stated.
On options to gain control of Greenland, Trump said: "Ownership is very important because it provides psychological success. You don't get that benefit from a lease or treaty."
Justifying the removal of Venezuela's Maduro, he claimed Maduro sent gang members to the US. He dismissed China-Taiwan and Russia-Ukraine precedents: "Such threats didn't come to China;
On the US-Russia arms control treaty expiring: "If it expires, it expires; we'll make a better agreement – including China."
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#MiCA Stablecoin Update: Europe Still Has Just 17 Authorized Issuers in 2026
Europe’s regulated stablecoin market has entered 2026 with only 17 fully authorized issuers under the EU’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) framework. The number of approved issuers remains unchanged more than 18 months after the stablecoin rules took effect, highlighting both regulatory progress and ongoing bottlenecks.
Current Landscape:
The 17 authorized E-Money Token (EMT) issuers are spread across 10 EU member states, with France being the most active jurisdiction, hosting four entities.
Well-known names on the list include Circle (EURC, $USDC ), Société Générale – Forge (EURCV, USDCV), Paxos, and Fiat Republic.
A total of 25 single-currency stablecoins have been approved. Of these, 14 are euro-denominated, 9 are US dollar-denominated, and two are denominated in the Czech koruna and British pound, respectively.
Notable Developments and Gaps:
Alipay's Closed-Loop Token: Alipay Europe has launched the Bettr Settlement Token (BREUR), a MiCA-authorized stablecoin that will not be available to the public. It is restricted to approved affiliates of Ant International, highlighting a model for institutional settlement use cases.
Zero Asset-Referenced Tokens Approved: Despite detailed rules in the MiCA framework, there are still zero authorized Asset-Referenced Tokens (ARTs). These tokens, which could be backed by baskets of assets like currencies or gold, face regulatory uncertainty, particularly regarding their legal classification against other financial regulations like MiFID.
The data indicates Europe's stablecoin framework is functioning cautiously, with adoption so far concentrated in single-currency tokens. Broader market growth in 2026 may depend on regulators resolving key interpretation issues, especially for asset-referenced tokens.

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Potential Venezuela Oil Revival Could Impact $BTC Mining, ETFs, and Price: Bitfinex Analysis
Analysts at Bitfinex suggest that a potential US-led revitalization of Venezuela's oil sector could have significant implications for Bitcoin and broader markets. The scenario centers on restarting the country's substantial proven oil reserves.
Key Potential Impacts:
Lower Oil Prices & Disinflation: Adding 1-2 million barrels per day to global supply could push crude prices toward $60 per barrel. This would ease inflation pressures and improve financial liquidity, creating a historically supportive "risk-on" backdrop for Bitcoin.
Bitcoin Mining Economics: A sustained drop in energy prices would directly lower operating costs for Bitcoin miners, improving margins and supporting healthier network economics and hash rate distribution.
ETF Inflows and Price: Improved macro conditions and stronger network fundamentals could further fuel institutional demand through spot Bitcoin ETFs, increasing the probability of Bitcoin reaching new all-time highs.
Convergence of Energy and Crypto: The analysis notes Venezuela's past efforts to integrate crypto into oil settlements and state reserves, suggesting deeper ties between the sectors.
Noted Risks: The analysts caution that political instability, residual sanctions, or potential OPEC+ countermeasures could introduce short-term volatility to both energy and crypto markets.
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