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Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Seyed Khatibzadeh declared that Iran rejects any form of temporary ceasefire. He insists on a complete and permanent end to all conflicts spanning from Lebanon to the Red Sea, calling this a non-negotiable "red line" for Iran to achieve lasting regional peace.
Read MoreRecent threat intelligence reveals attackers targeting crypto users under the guise of project collaboration, tricking them into using a fake "Harmony Voice" software (domain harmony-voice[.]app) for purported real-time translation. This software is malicious, and related threat data has been shared with enterprise clients. Users must stay vigilant against such social engineering attacks.
Read MoreSG Americas Securities, with $78B AUM, significantly increased its stake in Bitcoin asset firm Strive. Holdings surged nearly 80-fold, now valued over $1.7M, signaling strong institutional interest in digital assets.
Read MoreA senior Gulf official indicates the Trump administration may show new flexibility in negotiations with Iran, potentially making concessions to resolve key issues. This signals a critical phase in talks aimed at easing long-standing tensions, drawing international attention to the evolving Middle East landscape.
Read MoreU.S. President Trump faces mounting pressure to end Middle East conflicts, with recent diplomatic moves signaling a shift. Despite ongoing U.S.-Iran differences, domestic pressures may lead to increased compromises for a face-saving peace deal. Gulf officials indicate Trump's strong desire could be pivotal.
Read MoreArk Invest's latest quarterly report shows US Bitcoin spot ETF holdings fluctuated between 1.26M and 1.31M BTC in Q1, demonstrating strong resilience. Despite significant price drawdowns, ETF holders showed no signs of capitulation, with institutional investor confidence remaining solid and holdings stable.
Read MoreDespite a significant price pullback in Q1, US spot Bitcoin ETF holdings remained remarkably stable around 1.29 million BTC, showing no signs of panic selling. This underscores the strong conviction and long-term confidence of institutional investors, providing a solid foundation for market stability.
Read MoreThe MIUI Assistant has passed a rigorous evaluation by a major Chinese research institute, becoming the first certified mobile AI agent. The assessment covered foundational capabilities, on-device applications, and comprehensive performance. Powered by a proprietary large model, it features full ecosystem support and deep contextual memory, enabling intelligent cross-device coordination and autonomous task handling.
Read MoreBitcoin's conviction buyers increased holdings by 69% last quarter, reaching the highest level since 2020. This aggressive accumulation during price declines shows long-term investors view pullbacks as opportunities rather than risks. The market hasn't yet entered deep value territory despite recent volatility.
Read MoreData from April 17 reveals Hyperliquid generated $3.27 million in daily revenue, its highest since February 7. It ranked behind only Tether and Circle in that day's earnings.
Read MoreNasdaq-listed bitcoin miner Canaan Inc has expanded its cryptocurrency reserves, purchasing an additional 15 BTC on April 17. This strategic acquisition raises its total publicly held bitcoin treasury to 1,808 coins, reinforcing its commitment to digital asset accumulation.
Read MoreA major wallet extension update introduces mnemonic phrase account derivation. Users can create up to 99 accounts from one backup, enabling secure, cross-chain asset management. This enhances security and convenience for multi-chain ecosystems.
Read MoreFollowing recent maritime restrictions, a Pakistani-flagged oil tanker has transited the Strait of Hormuz, becoming the first vessel to carry crude oil through this critical chokepoint. This development highlights the evolving and intricate dynamics affecting global energy security and regional stability.
Read MoreSingapore Gulf Bank launches an enterprise-grade stablecoin conversion service, enabling 24/7 instant settlement between fiat and digital assets via its proprietary network, starting with USDC support for high-value transactions.
Read MoreOpenAI data reveals a historic shift: ChatGPT's female user base now exceeds 50%, overtaking male users, as weekly active users approach 1 billion globally.
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