US-Iran Interim Deal & Markets: Asian stocks stayed mixed as oil slid below $80 on hopes the U.S.-Iran memorandum will reopen the Strait of Hormuz, easing inflation pressure; investors still await the deal text and Fed signals. Energy Logistics: Analysts warn physical normalization could take until summer 2027, with shipowners repositioning and inventories still tight. NATO & Hormuz Tech: NATO chief Mark Rutte praised the pact and flagged European demining, radar, and maritime-tech support to restore free passage. Iran Space Push: Iran’s ICT minister says the “Pars 2” satellite launch and the “Shahid Soleimani” constellation deployment are moving ahead, with wartime resilience highlighted. AI in Defense: The Pentagon disclosed that Elon Musk’s Grok was used in Project Maven to help plan and execute strikes, including 2,000 munitions to 2,000 targets in 96 hours. Israeli Tech Layoffs: Artlist confirmed 200 layoffs as it shifts toward an “AI-native” operating model. Crypto Pulse: Bitcoin hovered near $65K as geopolitical calm helped, but institutional demand stayed cautious. Local Cost Shock: A Vermont analysis links Iran-war fuel spikes to major added monthly costs for drivers.