Zimbabwe's Deputy Finance Minister, Kudakwashe Mnangagwa, stated that despite ongoing conflicts in the Middle East, Zimbabwe's gold trade continues to flow smoothly through the region. According to Jin10, when asked about potential disruptions, Mnangagwa mentioned that no warnings or concerns have been received from Fidelity Printers and Refineries, the country's gold refiner. He added that all institutions are closely monitoring the situation, and trade remains uninterrupted. Last month, the Zimbabwe National Chamber of Commerce warned that escalating tensions in the Middle East could pose risks to the country's gold exports, which are primarily destined for the United Arab Emirates.

Binance Wallet announced on X the introduction of Prediction Markets, a new feature provided by Predictdotfun. This service allows users to take positions on various real-world outcomes, ranging from cryptocurrency trends to global events. The platform aims to simplify the process by eliminating the need for complicated wallet setups and gas fees, making it more accessible to users. The Prediction Markets feature is designed to cater to a wide audience, offering opportunities to engage with real-world events in a straightforward manner. By removing technical barriers such as wallet configurations and transaction fees, Binance Wallet seeks to enhance user experience and broaden participation. However, it is important to note that this service is available only in selected regions, which may limit access for some users. This initiative reflects Binance Wallet's ongoing efforts to innovate and expand its offerings in the digital asset space. By integrating Prediction Markets, the platform provides users with a unique way to interact with and speculate on real-world events, potentially attracting a diverse range of participants interested in both cryptocurrency and global developments. As the service rolls out, users in eligible regions can explore this new feature and engage with the dynamic world of prediction markets.

Six Swiss banks, in collaboration with Swiss Stablecoin AG, have initiated a sandbox project for a stablecoin pegged to the Swiss franc, set to operate until 2026. According to NS3.AI, the test involves an ERC-20 token on the Ethereum blockchain and will be conducted in a controlled live environment with transaction limits and a restricted participant pool. While the specific access terms and use cases have not been disclosed, an interim report is anticipated in the second half of the year.

According to US financial media Semafor, the Trump administration may soon ease sanctions on Iranian oil to help stabilize global oil supplies and prevent further increases in fuel prices.

Helen Jewell, BlackRock's International Chief Investment Officer for Fundamental Equities, has indicated that the ongoing Middle East conflict could necessitate a reduction in stock earnings expectations. According to Jin10, Jewell noted that current earnings forecasts for this year remain high, ranging from 15% to 18%, suggesting significant room for downward adjustments. She expressed skepticism about the stability of earnings predictions in the consumer sector, particularly given the impact of interest rates and inflation stemming from the Middle East situation. Preliminary signs indicate potential changes in earnings expectations. After weeks of analysts raising forecasts, Citigroup's U.S. Earnings Momentum Index turned negative last Friday, with downgrades outnumbering upgrades by the largest margin in nearly a year. Despite this, analysts' predictions remain optimistic amid high uncertainty and rising price pressures. Compiled data shows that the market generally expects the S&P 500's earnings per share to grow by 16% this year, marking the strongest performance since 2021. The first-quarter earnings season is set to officially begin next week. Jewell highlighted that the potential for earnings growth in energy and materials stocks is offset by the downside risks in industries such as aviation, suggesting that overall earnings will remain relatively stable.

OneFootball Club, a Web3 fan platform, has announced the completion of its OFC token distribution. According to Foresight News, users who participated in the CoinList community sale can now receive the Ethereum mainnet ERC-20 version of the OFC tokens in their non-custodial wallets. The withdrawal function has been simultaneously enabled.

Iranian media reports that Iran has decided to fully and formally resume operations of all gold business units nationwide starting Saturday, in light of the current ceasefire. According to Jin10, this decision marks a significant step in the country's efforts to stabilize its economy and restore normalcy in the gold market. The move comes as part of broader measures to enhance economic activities and support the precious metals sector, which has been impacted by recent geopolitical tensions. The resumption of gold business operations is expected to boost local trade and provide a positive outlook for the industry.

For years, on-chain privacy has been caught between two major challenges: cryptographic technology has not yet matured to the point of commercial application, while regulatory agencies regard all privacy tools as criminal infrastructure.

Gobi Partners has announced its investment in Transak. According to ChainCatcher, Transak, established in 2019, offers financial institutions a single API for seamless fiat and digital asset exchanges, handling KYC, AML, risk monitoring, and local payment integration. The investment aims to support Transak's expansion into the Asian market. Transak has already established its Asia-Pacific headquarters in Hong Kong and plans to enhance integration with payment networks and banking partners in the ASEAN region.

WeChat Pay has officially introduced an AI-native integration toolbox designed to offer merchants and developers a streamlined payment integration solution. According to ChainCatcher, this toolbox facilitates the rapid generation of payment function code through natural language commands. The toolbox comprises Skill packages, AI-friendly documentation, and APIs, enabling one-click calls in mainstream AI development environments. Its 'verbal code generation' feature significantly reduces the development process from days to minutes, allowing quick integration of over 20 functions, including mini-program payments, H5 payments, refunds, and profit-sharing. Additionally, the toolbox includes AI diagnostic capabilities that automatically identify code logic issues and provide suggestions for fixes, minimizing financial and system risks during integration. It also supports interface troubleshooting and legacy code upgrades for existing system developers. This upgrade further advances the standardization and AI adaptation of payment capabilities, lowering the digital business barriers for small and medium-sized enterprises.

A cryptocurrency bill led by U.S. Senate Banking Committee Chairman Tim Scott is facing bipartisan challenges due to a controversial clause concerning DeFi developer protections. According to ChainCatcher, the clause proposes exemptions for non-custodial software developers who do not control user funds, allowing them to avoid registration as money transmitters or compliance with anti-money laundering regulations. Law enforcement organizations, including the National Sheriffs' Association and the National District Attorneys Association, have expressed concerns to Congress, warning that the clause could weaken efforts to combat financial crime. Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley has also voiced similar concerns. The cryptocurrency industry views the clause as central to the bill, with DeFi Education Fund Executive Director Amanda Tuminelli stating that any changes to the text are unacceptable. Democratic Senators Catherine Cortez Masto and Mark Warner are advocating for modifications to the clause. If bipartisan consensus is not reached, the bill may proceed without Democratic support, potentially affecting the required bipartisan majority for a full Senate vote.

Visa has launched Intelligent Commerce Connect, a platform that lets AI agents browse, select, and pay for products on behalf of users across Visa and non-Visa cards.

Visa is accelerating its expansion into agentic AI commerce with the launch of Intelligent Commerce Connect, a platform designed to let autonomous AI agents discover products, make purchasing decisions, and execute payments on behalf of users.

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Yuga Labs has settled its lawsuit with Ryder Ripps and Jeremy Cahen, permanently banning them from using Bored Ape Yacht Club images, trademarks, and related NFTs.

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Blockstream CEO Adam Back has firmly rejected claims by The New York Times that he is the mysterious creator of Bitcoin, Satoshi Nakamoto. The investigation, led by Pulitzer Prize winner John Carreyrou, reportedly analyzed 620 suspects over 18 months, using stylistic forensics, technical expertise, and historical communications to make the connection.

Anthropic has introduced Claude Mythos Preview, an AI model that can find and exploit software vulnerabilities faster than most humans, but access is limited to selected partners.

The Solana ecosystem's DeFi protocol, Drift Protocol, experienced a major security incident, with confirmed on-chain data losses exceeding $285 million. This article addresses this incident and common security questions in the industry, clarifying the core pain points, attack logic, and protection methods for DeFi security.