How it’s computed: half price, half fear. Price: the three indices’ average move (-1.26%), 25 points per 1% from 50. Fear: the VIX (19.7) as 50 − 4 × (VIX − 20). Averaged, capped 0–100.
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Tech retreats as Middle East tensions lift oil prices.
META down 7.0%, AMZN -4.6%, NVDA -4.4% lead broad selloff.
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Huang compares controlling AI agents to watching a baby
Speaking on CNBC Thursday, Nvidia's CEO said of autonomous AI agents, "You contain the baby and you monitor it," while describing Nvidia's security technology.
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Investment rules
Treasury proposes rule curbing high-tech investment in China
The proposed rule targets American high-tech investments in China, Russia, North Korea and other "countries of concern."
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