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• VynZ Research reports that the global AI in cybersecurity market was valued at USD 29.61 billion in 2025 and is projected to grow to USD 35.97 billion by 2026. • The growth is driven by the increasing integration of artificial intelligence to combat sophisticated cyber threats and automate threat detection. • This expansion matters as organizations shift toward AI-driven security frameworks to reduce response times and mitigate the impact of large-scale data breaches.

• Asian markets traded higher on Friday, led by Japan's Nikkei 225 which surged more than 2 per cent and Taiwan's market which climbed nearly 1.5 per cent. • The rally was driven by improved investor sentiment following hopes of a diplomatic breakthrough in peace talks between the US and Iran. • Despite the gains, markets remain cautious due to rising oil prices and instability in the Strait of Hormuz, which continue to fuel inflation worries.

• The Indian stock market showed positive momentum on Friday, with the Sensex rising 400 points and the Nifty trading around the 23,750 level. • While broader markets like the Nifty MidCap and SmallCap indices saw marginal gains of 0.04% and 0.11%, Max Healthcare shares experienced a significant decline of 7%. • Investors are focusing on upcoming Q4FY26 earnings reports from several major companies, including Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Eicher Motors, and Hindalco Industries.

• Indian stock markets, including the Sensex and Nifty, have posted a recovery rally driven by a robust corporate earnings season featuring companies like Mamaearth and LIC. • This positive momentum persists despite significant headwinds, including geopolitical tensions and Brent crude oil prices climbing to $105 per barrel. • The rally reflects a broader trend of cautious optimism across Asian markets, with gains seen in Japan's Nikkei 225, South Korea's Kospi, and the Hang Seng.

• Global equity markets experienced a relief rally, with Asian and US indices surging due to optimism surrounding a potential peace agreement between the US and Iran. • Key gains were seen in the Nikkei 225 (+1.8%), Hang Seng Index (+0.5%), KOSPI (+0.5%), ASX 200 (+0.4%), and STI (+0.2%). • The positive market sentiment was further supported by soft Japan CPI data and a retreat in crude oil prices, increasing overall risk appetite.

• The Indian stock market saw a recovery as the Nifty reclaimed the 23,800 level and the Rupee strengthened to move below 96. • Gains were driven by the Nifty Bank and financial services indices, which rose by approximately 0.8% and 0.77%, while media, realty, and IT sectors experienced declines. • Honasa Consumer shares hit a 10% upper circuit following strong Q4 results, reporting a 177.9% increase in net profit to Rs 69.2 crore and revenue growth of 23.1% to Rs 657.1 crore.

• Asia-Pacific markets traded higher, with notable gains including South Korea's Kosdaq (over 3%), Kospi (0.52%), Hong Kong's Hang Seng (0.66%), and China's CSI 300 (0.78%). • Investors are reacting to diplomatic efforts regarding a U.S.-Iran peace deal, though tensions remain as Tehran intends to keep its enriched uranium stockpile domestically. • Economic data showed core inflation dropped to 1.4%, falling below both the previous March reading of 1.8% and the 1.7% forecast by Reuters economists.