AI leader Anthropic is set to raise $10 billion in a new funding round, pushing its valuation to an impressive $350 billion. The round is led by Singapore's sovereign wealth fund, GIC. This marks a significant leap from its $183 billion valuation in September last year, nearly doubling in just a few months, highlighting the ongoing competitive race in the AI sector. In the cryptocurrency market, Bitcoin is showing signs of recovery in early 2026 after a deleveraging phase at the end of 2025. Bullish sentiment is rebuilding in futures and options markets. Meanwhile, precious metals have experienced a downturn, with silver dropping over 3.8% and platinum nearly 8%. Regulatory developments remain uncertain as the CLARITY Act faces challenges in the Senate, with bipartisan consensus still elusive. Capital is increasingly shifting from traditional safe havens to AI and crypto infrastructure.