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According to Jinshi News, the Eastern Alliance Investment Research Institute stated that the Federal Reserve is expected to remain inactive in the upcoming meetings. The agency pointed out that the current monetary policy has basically returned to neutral, and if energy costs rise and transmit to broader prices while economic growth accelerates, the risk of interest rate hikes will increase. Eastern Alliance expects the trend of slowing inflation to resume in 2027, which will allow the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates next year.

The Ministry of Interior of Thailand, in conjunction with provincial electricity authorities, police, and local administrative officials, conducted a joint law enforcement operation this Saturday in five provinces: Ubon Ratchathani, Yasothon, Amnat Charoen, Roi Et, and Maha Sarakham, inspecting 14 locations in total. The operation confiscated 315 digital currency mining devices, and investigators found that the individuals involved supplied power to the mining machines by tampering with electricity meters and illegally connecting to the power supply. The total estimated loss reached 40.38 million baht (approximately 1.227 million USD), which includes a 5.38 million baht fine for electricity violations and about 35 million baht in unpaid electricity bills. Relevant evidence has been collected, and authorities have filed lawsuits against the individuals involved.

According to Bloomberg, the crypto-friendly digital bank Revolut announced that it has obtained the relevant license approval from the Central Bank of the UAE, and will use this as a starting point to advance its business expansion in the Middle East.

According to the official announcement, the digital asset trading platform Websea has reached an investment intention with a strategic investor and will officially open withdrawals on May 18 at 16:00 (UTC+8), while also announcing specific withdrawal arrangements.It is reported that this strategic investment comes from a family fund in the Middle East. Both parties have conducted multiple rounds of in-depth communication on core issues such as the platform's asset status, business structure optimization, recovery path design, and long-term development planning, ultimately reaching a consensus for cooperation. Currently, the investor is advancing the capital injection process according to procedures, while simultaneously carrying out final confirmation work such as legal review, agreement signing, and equity arrangements.Websea CMO Herbert R. Sim stated that Websea has gone through an exceptionally difficult time, but in the face of many doubts from the industry, the platform team members have been working silently and have finally welcomed new life. He believes that this test is both a challenge and an opportunity for the platform. He also mentioned that with the entry of the investor, the platform will publish proof of reserves (Proof of Reserves, POR) and conduct regular disclosures to further enhance user asset transparency and market confidence. The platform will also continue to optimize its product structure and ecological mechanisms to promote long-term stable development.

According to the Hong Kong Commercial Daily, in response to the increasingly heated topic of "Middle Eastern funds flowing in" to Hong Kong, the Deputy Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, Chen Haolian, stated that there are indeed more clients inquiring about how to transfer funds to Hong Kong or open accounts in Hong Kong, and that there is a two-way exchange between Hong Kong and the Middle East.He revealed that a licensed virtual insurance company in Hong Kong has expanded its business in Saudi Arabia and the UAE, and that tokenized funds from Hong Kong have landed on Middle Eastern wealth management platforms. Additionally, Asian funds can purchase Islamic bond ETFs in Hong Kong, providing Middle Eastern investors with a familiar and trustworthy market.Chen Haolian emphasized that the Hong Kong government will actively develop financial technology and digital assets, and is currently formulating legislative proposals for the licensing system of digital asset trading and custody services, aiming to establish a complete regulatory framework to develop Hong Kong into a global hub for digital asset innovation.

According to a statement from the Kremlin on the evening of April 9, Russian President Putin announced that Russia will implement an Orthodox Easter ceasefire from 16:00 Moscow time on April 11 to 24:00 on April 12 (from 21:00 Beijing time on April 11 to 5:00 on April 13), lasting 32 hours, and called on Ukraine to follow suit.Ukrainian President Zelensky immediately responded, "Ukraine has repeatedly stated that we are ready to take reciprocal measures. We have proposed a ceasefire during this year's Easter holiday and will act accordingly."This is a rare opportunity for both sides to publicly agree on a ceasefire amid recent conflicts, but whether it can be implemented and if there are any additional conditions remains to be seen.

According to Jin Shi reports, U.S. Vice President Vance stated: (The strike on) the Harcourt does not mean a strategic shift. He reiterated that the deadline for Iran is 8 PM Eastern Time on Tuesday. We will receive Iran's response before 8 PM Eastern Time. The U.S. is confident that Iran will respond. Iran has never been the fastest in negotiations, and it is still not.

According to The Block, Bitcoin has fallen below $66,000, with a 24-hour decline of 3.7%, continuing to fluctuate between $60,000 and $70,000 in recent weeks.Glassnode states that spot demand is beginning to absorb selling pressure, but it is not yet enough to drive sustained upward movement. It is estimated that 8 to 9 million BTC have a holding cost above the current price, forming a persistent "resistance" that suppresses rebounds, while long-term holders are still realizing losses at high levels, indicating that the stage of chip redistribution has not yet ended.In terms of derivatives, the funding rate has remained negative for most of the first quarter to date, meaning traders are paying a premium to hold short positions.Bitfinex analysts point out that "traders are willing to pay a premium to maintain downside exposure," and this concentrated short position pattern could trigger a short squeeze if upward momentum occurs. Demand in the options market has also declined, with implied volatility contracting and skew slightly leaning towards downside protection, indicating that investors prefer to hedge risks rather than bet on a breakout.On the macro front, Bitunix analysts indicate that the market has entered a "supply chain disruption" phase, with energy and industrial metal production being hindered and beginning to transmit inflation. Currently, liquidity for Bitcoin is concentrated between $69,000 and $70,100, with a key testing level below around $65,500.K33 notes that traders are entering the typically calmer Easter holiday window with a "cautiously aggressive" stance. From a long-term perspective, Pantera Capital founder Dan Morehead stated in a recent podcast that Bitcoin may need another six to eight months to bottom out, but he also believes that Bitcoin has reached "escape velocity," with institutional participation still close to zero, and the next round of increases will be driven by broader adoption.

According to Jinshi reports, Interactive Investor analyst Richard Hunter stated in a report that as some markets in Europe, Asia, and the Americas are about to welcome the Easter long weekend, investors may face further sell-offs of risk assets such as stocks and corporate bonds for precautionary reasons.He pointed out that traders are unlikely to hold positions before the long weekend, as they have been caught off guard by sudden events multiple times before. U.S. President Trump warned in a national address on Wednesday that the Middle East conflict could escalate in the next two to three weeks, leading to a decline in market risk appetite.

According to official news, from April 1 to April 7, the TRON ecosystem will launch an Easter egg treasure hunt event, with a total prize pool of up to 1,000 USDT. Participants need to find 5 hidden keywords on the official X platform account pages of AINFT, JUST, WinkLink, and BitTorrent, submit the complete answers in the comments section of the event tweet, and @ their favorite TRON ecosystem project and 3 friends, while also adding the topic #TRONEasterFun to participate in winning rewards. The moment to test insight and speed has arrived, and we sincerely invite users from the global community to join this fun and challenging on-chain adventure.

According to the official Twitter announcement, the TRON ecosystem Easter Creator Challenge officially starts today, with a total prize pool of 500 USDT inviting all users to participate. The event runs from now until April 6. Participants need to create poster works themed around Easter, incorporating elements from any TRON ecosystem project (JUST / SUN / AINFT / BitTorrent / WINkLink), publish them on the X platform, and tag the involved project parties and 3 friends, adding the topic #TRONEasterFun to successfully participate. This event offers a first prize of 200 USDT, a second prize of 100 USDT, and a third prize of 50 USDT, along with a 150 USDT lucky prize shared among 10 creators. We sincerely invite all community members to actively participate, empowering the ecosystem with creativity and conveying value through their works. The TRON ecosystem will continue to promote diversified community building, and we look forward to your wonderful presentations.

According to Bloomberg, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman recently met with top investors in the Middle East, including the Abu Dhabi sovereign fund, seeking a new round of financing of at least $50 billion, with a valuation target of $750 billion to $830 billion.This financing will be used to support the high costs of chips, data centers, and talent required for the development of its AI systems. OpenAI has previously collaborated with Abu Dhabi investment firms MGX and G42, and plans to invest over $1.4 trillion in AI infrastructure over the coming years. Currently, this round of financing is still in the early stages, and the amount may still be adjusted.

According to Jinshi News, analysts at Amundi stated in a report that the dollar is facing structural headwinds this year, and the Federal Reserve is expected to cut rates twice more this year.Analysts slightly raised the growth forecast for 2026 from 1.9% to 2%, but the overall narrative remains one of growth below potential. Uncertainty regarding the next Federal Reserve chair persists, and considering President Trump's push for loose monetary policy, it is clear they will lean towards rate cuts.

ChainCatcher news, according to an official disclosure from Coinbase, Coinbase announced an investment in CoinDCX, a leading cryptocurrency exchange in India and the Middle East.The transaction is subject to regulatory approval and other customary closing conditions. Coinbase stated that it will continue to seek opportunities to collaborate with builders in India to expand its international business footprint.

ChainCatcher news, Middle Eastern crypto organization X3 Labs announced a strategic partnership with the CAT Terminal community to create a liquidity pool for its AI Meme token $CAT on the PumpFun Swap platform, injecting 1,000 $SOL of liquidity.X3 Labs is the official ecological partner of the Middle Eastern Ras Al Khaimah crypto organization RAK DAO, focusing on community incubation and strategic investment in forward-looking Web3 projects. It is reported that the "AI Meow Mining" global launch event has been initiated, with previous special events held in Dubai, Vietnam, and Hong Kong. The fourth stop will be held on September 27, 2025, during the KBW2025 event in Seoul, South Korea, further promoting the global layout of CAT Crew. As of the time of publication, the market capitalization of $CAT is approximately $30 million, with the number of holding addresses reaching 9,400.

ChainCatcher news, according to the official announcement, the WLFI token unlocking feature page Lockbox is now live. Users holding tokens can move WLFI into the Lockbox to start the unlocking process.Claim start time: September 1st, 8:00 AM Eastern Time (initial allocation of 20%).

ChainCatcher news, Federal Reserve Chairman Powell will speak on the economic outlook and framework review on Friday, August 22, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time.

ChainCatcher message, U.S. President Trump posted on social media: "I am pleased to announce that the tariff letters and/or agreements between the United States and countries around the world will begin to be sent out at 12 PM Eastern Time on July 7 (Tuesday midnight Beijing time)."