Speaking on The Wolf of All Streets Podcast about his new memoir, Binance founder Changpeng Zhao said he did not understand money until he encountered Bitcoin, despite having spent years working in financial technology, including on trading systems at Bloomberg and the Tokyo Stock Exchange. Zhao said his conviction in Bitcoin and blockchain stems not from a finance background but from a technology framework: he measures innovations by whether they improve efficiency without meaningful trade-offs, citing incremental improvements in living standards — from bare cement floors to running water to heated taps — as examples of the same principle. "I think blockchain is a huge technology," he said.

The U.S. Treasury Department's FinCEN and OFAC are planning to jointly release rules requiring stablecoin issuers to establish robust anti-money laundering and sanctions compliance systems. These systems will include freezing, blocking, and rejecting suspicious transactions, and complying with the Bank Secrecy Act. The rules emphasize a risk-and-effect approach, arguing that institutions with sound compliance systems typically reduce enforcement risks. This move aims to advance the implementation of the GENIUS Act, which is expected to fully take effect in 2027. (CoinDesk)

New Zealand Reserve Bank Chair Breman stated that previous interest rate cuts continue to provide some stimulus to the economy. According to Jin10, Breman emphasized the ongoing impact of these monetary policy measures, suggesting that they are still contributing to economic activity. The remarks highlight the central bank's approach to managing economic growth and stability through interest rate adjustments.

According to Odaily Seer, the probability of Israel taking military action against Iranian nuclear power plants before April 30th has risen to 96% on Polymarket, a 51% increase in 24 hours. The contract rules state that if Israel launches a military strike against any Iranian power plant before April 30th, the market will mark it as "yes." Otherwise, it will mark it as "no." This includes, but is not limited to, drone and missile attacks, aerial bombing, and military operations by Israeli ground personnel. Cyberattacks, sanctions, or diplomatic actions are not considered in resolving disputes in this market. Israeli airstrikes, missile attacks, or drone attacks that are intercepted, shot down, or miss their targets will not be considered in this market. Senior Israeli officials have stated that Israel believes a ceasefire is premature and hopes the military action against Iran can continue for at least another month. Odaily Seer continuously monitors the prediction market, seeing changes before pricing them in.

Non-dollar stablecoins often create the illusion that changing the unit of account equates to altering the currency system. According to PANews, the true value lies not in the label but in the infrastructure and control mechanisms behind it.

Federal Reserve officials are evaluating various scenarios for the U.S. economy following the outbreak of war in Iran. According to PANews, the minutes from the March FOMC meeting, released on Wednesday, reveal that most officials are concerned about the potential impact of the conflict on the labor market, which may necessitate a reduction in interest rates. However, many officials also highlighted inflation risks, which could ultimately require rate hikes. The minutes indicate that an increasing number of officials recommend including statements in post-meeting communications about the possibility of rate increases under specific conditions. The minutes state, 'Some participants believe there is sufficient reason to describe future rate decisions in a two-way manner in the post-meeting statement, reflecting that raising the target range for rates may be appropriate if inflation remains above target levels.'

A recent prediction market event on Polymarket has seen significant activity regarding the NBA regular season game between the Atlanta Hawks and the Cleveland Cavaliers. According to Odaily, an account with a win rate exceeding 55% has invested $120,000 on the Hawks defeating the Cavaliers, with an opening price of 39¢. The game commenced at 7 a.m. UTC+8 and is approaching halftime. The NBA regular season is nearing its conclusion, with the Hawks holding a record of 45 wins and 34 losses, placing them fifth in the Eastern Conference. Meanwhile, the Cavaliers have a record of 50 wins and 29 losses, ranking fourth in the Eastern Conference.

According to Iran's Press TV, the Strait of Hormuz has been completely closed, forcing oil tankers to return to port. (Jinshi)

Odaily Seer's monitoring shows that in the Polymarket "NBA Regular Season Hawks vs. Cavaliers" prediction event, an account with a winning percentage over 55% (address: 0xc6b6ffce6c52b6fdf4bad57de303939f19ab13ac) purchased $120,000 worth of bets on the Hawks defeating the Cavaliers, with an average opening price of 39¢. The NBA regular season Hawks vs. Cavaliers game started at 7:00 AM Beijing time today, and the game is about to enter halftime. Currently, the NBA regular season is nearing its end. The Hawks have a record of 45 wins and 34 losses, ranking 5th in the Eastern Conference; the Cavaliers have a record of 50 wins and 29 losses, ranking 4th in the Eastern Conference. Odaily Seer continuously monitors the prediction market, seeing changes before pricing.

According to the announcement from Binance, the platform is launching a new feature called Recurring for tokenized securities, aimed at simplifying investment strategies for users. This service allows investors to automate their investments into tokenized securities through Ondo, providing a consistent approach to portfolio growth. Users can set their preferred investment amount and schedule, enabling their portfolios to build over time without manual intervention. This initiative is designed to help investors capture opportunities in the expanding market of tokenized securities by removing the guesswork from investment decisions. Binance Convert's Recurring feature is accessible via both the app and website. Users can navigate to the Trade tab, select the Buy/Sell or Convert option, and then choose the Recurring tab to set up their investment plan. This process allows users to configure their preferred plan with tokenized securities and confirm their order, streamlining the investment process. It is important to note that tokenized securities are issued by third-party providers, not Binance, and users are encouraged to refer to the issuer's website for further information. The announcement also highlights the risks associated with tokenized securities, which are subject to high market and liquidity risk and price volatility, especially outside traditional market hours. Binance emphasizes that the value of investments may fluctuate, and investors may not recover the amount initially invested. Users are advised to make independent assessments of the appropriateness of transactions based on their objectives and circumstances, and to consult advisers where necessary. Binance clarifies that tokenized securities do not represent ownership of the underlying asset and may not be affiliated with the asset's issuer. Additional fees and conditions may apply, and users should review Binance's Terms of Use and related documents for comprehensive information.

Jinse Finance launches its cryptocurrency and blockchain industry daily news report, "Jinse Morning 8," issue 3021, providing you with the latest and fastest news on the digital currency and blockchain industry.

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