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02:28
US and Israel's attack on Iran raises security concerns, S&P Global Platts assesses feasibility of Middle Eastern crude oil deliveries
(1) S&P Global Platts Energy Information stated that, given the recent attacks by the United States and Israel on Iran which have sharply worsened regional security, the agency is assessing the feasibility of delivering crude oil from Middle Eastern Gulf ports. (2) In a statement, Platts Energy noted that market participants have informed the agency that, following the airstrike on February 28, 2026, major shipping companies have suspended transportation through the Strait of Hormuz due to extreme security concerns. As a result, Platts has initiated the relevant assessment procedures. (3) The agency also stated that further guidance on how to assess performance expectations for bids and offers in the Dubai partials futures and Middle East crude oil Platts closing price assessment process will be provided in another user notice to be released at 06:00 GMT (14:00 Beijing time).
02:25
Driven by increased Polymarket trading activity, Polygon's POL burn volume in February reached a new all-time high
ChainCatcher News, Polygon officially posted on X stating that the amount of POL burned in February reached a historic high, with a total of 28,200,000 POL burned. Previously, it was reported that the trading volume of Polymarket, the most important application and prediction market in the Polygon ecosystem, also reached a historic high in February.
02:24
Bitget CEO: Employee safety-related expenses will be covered by the company, and salary payments will not be affected by the work stoppage
Foresight News reported that Bitget CEO Gracy Chen released an internal letter stating, "We are closely monitoring the current security situation in the Middle East and understand that everyone may feel uneasy and concerned at this moment. We have activated emergency protocols and will accompany and support every colleague during this special period."Please temporarily set aside concerns about work and income, and focus on ensuring the safety of yourself and your family; salaries will be paid in full and will not be affected by work stoppages or remote work; all expenses incurred for safety reasons will be fully covered by the company, including but not limited to: temporary accommodation, transportation, emergency supplies, and medical expenses. If evacuation is necessary, the company will cover all airfare and transportation costs."
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