AI Hiring Shift: Bloomberg reports major banks are cutting junior analyst intake and leaning on AI screening, with recruiters using chatbots for full interviews—raising fears that “lower-value” roles are being replaced. Crypto-to-AI Rotation: Analysts say capital is rotating from Bitcoin into AI infrastructure, with spot Bitcoin ETF outflows and AI spending both moving sharply. Bangladesh Budget & Bank Trust: BAB backs the FY2026-27 recap plan but demands fast recovery of looted funds and accountability before public money stabilizes weak banks. Regulatory Push on Crypto Markets: The SEC proposes rescinding parts of Regulation NMS that could affect tokenized stock trading models, while the CFTC issues no-action guidance that may help US venues offer perpetual-style digital commodity products. Bahrain Banking Links: Singapore Gulf Bank joins the Bahrain Association of Banks, signaling deeper Asia–Gulf connectivity and tokenised/AI ambitions. India Foreign Investment Liberalisation: India amends FEMA to let overseas individuals invest directly in listed equities via the Portfolio Investment Scheme, raising ownership limits. Cyber Risk in Banking: Reports highlight a limited cyberattack disrupting services at four Iranian banks, with no data leakage claimed.