Headline: Asian markets mixed as AI fears hammer software stocks - NASDAQX | HKEX | TSE

[Para 1: The Lead] Asian markets opened mixed on Tuesday, February 7, 2026, as concerns over artificial intelligence (AI) regulation and its potential impact on software companies weighed on investor sentiment. The NASDAQX, HKEX, and TSE saw mixed performances, with software stocks notably affected by regulatory fears. [Para 2-3: Supporting details & Context] In Hong Kong, the Hang Seng Index fell 1.2%, with software and technology stocks leading the decline. In Tokyo, the Nikkei 225 dropped 0.8%, influenced by similar concerns over AI's regulatory landscape. Meanwhile, the NASDAQ Composite Index saw a 0.5% dip, with software stocks like AMD (AMD) and Nvidia (NVDA) experiencing significant sell-offs. Investors are closely monitoring regulatory developments in the AI sector, which could lead to stricter oversight and potentially impact earnings and valuations.