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Futures Steady as Tech Selloff Eases; Amazon Drops on AI Spending Surge

U.S. stock futures held steady in early premarket trading after a sharp tech-led decline earlier in the week, giving investors a moment to reassess the sector’s rapid pullback. Major index futures hovered near flat, suggesting a more measured tone after days of volatility. While sentiment remains cautious, some traders appear to be stepping back in following the recent selloff in high‑growth names. Amazon shares slipped in premarket action after the company signaled a significant increase in capital expenditures tied to artificial intelligence infrastructure. The planned investment highlights Amazon’s push to expand its AI capabilities, but the scale of spending raised concerns about near‑term pressure on margins. Market attention now turns to upcoming economic data and corporate earnings, which could help determine whether tech stocks regain momentum or continue to face headwinds. For the moment, futures point to a steadier start as investors look for the next catalyst.
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Israel Delays Release of Palestinian Prisoners Amid Chaotic Hostage Handover

 

In a dramatic turn of events, Israel has delayed the scheduled release of 110 Palestinian prisoners following chaotic scenes during the handover of Israeli hostages by Hamas. The decision came after three Israeli hostages and five Thai nationals were released as part of a Gaza ceasefire deal.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemned the chaotic conditions under which the hostages were handed over to the International Committee of the Red Cross. He described the scenes as "shocking" and "horrific," and announced that the release of Palestinian prisoners would be postponed until the safe exit of all Israeli hostages is guaranteed.

The hostages, including 20-year-old Agam Berger, 29-year-old Arbel Yehoud, and 80-year-old Gadi Moses, were surrounded by large crowds of Hamas fighters and onlookers during the handover. Netanyahu's office branded the 110 Palestinian prisoners set to be freed as "terrorists" and emphasized that their release would be delayed until the safety of the remaining hostages could be ensured.

The ceasefire agreement, which went into effect on January 19, has seen the release of 15 hostages so far, with a total of 33 Israeli hostages expected to be freed over several weeks. Talks are ongoing in Egypt to extend the ceasefire, initially set to last six weeks.

The delay in the release of Palestinian prisoners has added another layer of complexity to the already fragile ceasefire agreement. As displaced Palestinians return to their homes in Gaza, many find their neighborhoods reduced to rubble, highlighting the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the region.

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