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The U.S. Treasury has sanctioned Iran-linked cryptocurrency wallets, freezing $344 million in assets. Analysis reveals funds moved through intermediary addresses connected to Iran's central bank to evade sanctions, highlighting the regime's significant crypto holdings.
Read MoreOn-chain data reveals a crypto attacker exchanged 13,191 ETH for 386.52 BTC, worth $30.54M, while retaining 8,000 ETH valued at $18.52M. The large-scale asset shift highlights ongoing security concerns.
Read MoreNYSE Arca has filed to list an actively managed cryptocurrency ETF with the SEC. The fund plans to invest in a diversified basket of 5-15 crypto assets including Bitcoin and Ethereum, using USDC for cash management. The proposal is now open for public comment.
Read MoreThe U.S. DOJ has ended its criminal probe into the Federal Reserve's office renovation project, shifting to an internal review. This move is seen as clearing hurdles for Kevin Warsh's Senate confirmation as Fed chair nominee. The prosecutor stated readiness to reopen the investigation if needed.
Read MoreOn April 25th, Iranian Foreign Minister Alagchi led a high-level delegation to Islamabad for a crucial visit. Senior Pakistani officials, including the Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Dar, and Army Chief Munir, welcomed the delegation. The talks are set to focus on the latest regional developments and collaborative efforts to promote peace and stability, marking a significant step in bilateral strategic dialogue.
Read MoreTrump blasted a Supreme Court tariff ruling on social media, arguing that a missing "half sentence" prevented the U.S. from reclaiming $159 billion in already paid tariffs. He framed it as other nations taking advantage of America and questioned why this crucial addition wasn't made for national interest.
Read MoreIranian Foreign Minister Araghchi is in Pakistan with no direct talks scheduled with US representatives. Iran plans to use Pakistan as an intermediary to convey messages to the US, including concerns about ending the current conflict. Pakistan will help discuss preconditions for negotiations, which could lead to direct dialogue if progress is made.
Read MoreOn April 25th, U.S. markets saw a tech-driven rally, with the Nasdaq and S&P 500 closing at record highs. Semiconductor and hardware stocks led the charge, powered by significant gains from giants like Intel and Nvidia.
Read MoreA Pakistani official indicated that recent meetings with Iran's foreign minister aim to restart talks with the US government. Trilateral discussions will be evaluated after bilateral talks, with specific arrangements still being coordinated. A meeting between US envoy and Iran's minister is likely soon, preceded by US-Pakistan bilateral consultations.
Read MoreIranian parliamentary officials have denied rumors that Parliament Speaker Ghalibaf resigned as head of the negotiation delegation. They stated the reports are aimed at disrupting public opinion, clarifying that the chief negotiator for new talks remains undetermined and Ghalibaf continues his duties.
Read MoreThe White House has confirmed that the investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell remains active and will not be dismissed at this stage. The ongoing probe continues to draw significant attention from financial and policy circles.
Read MoreIsraeli Prime Minister Netanyahu disclosed a recent phone call with U.S. President Trump, focusing on Iran and the Lebanon ceasefire. Netanyahu described the discussion as "excellent" and affirmed Israel's right to respond to threats, referencing recent military actions in Lebanon. This comes as the U.S. extended the ceasefire timeline, highlighting ongoing regional tensions.
Read MoreAzerbaijan's sovereign wealth fund sold approximately 22 tons of gold in Q1, valued over $3 billion. This marks its first reduction since starting acquisitions in 2012, coinciding with record-high gold prices, sparking analysis of strategic portfolio shifts.
Read MoreGoogle plans to invest up to $400 billion in AI startup Anthropic, starting with a $100 billion injection at a $3500 billion valuation. This move follows Anthropic's breakthrough with Claude Code AI for software development. Google Cloud will provide computing power for five years, reshaping the AI industry landscape.
Read MoreU.S. media reports indicate the President dispatched senior advisers and special envoys to Pakistan for new-round negotiations with Iran, marking a significant diplomatic move amid current Middle East tensions.
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