EconomyHackers Target Hedge Funds; Iran Says Deal Reached With Oman | The Opening Trade, Aug. 6, 2026

Hackers have carried out a sophisticated wave of attacks against Wall Street firms in recent days, people familiar with the matter said. Major money managers were among the targets. Point72 Asset Management told investors on Wednesday that it had been attacked, while initial indications suggested that no client information was stolen. The firm said it was continuing to review the incident. The program also reported Iran’s claim that it had reached a deal with Oman.