The US dollar index once touched 100.56, a new high since May last year, and is currently at 100.51.

Binance Blog published a new article, revealing insights into a recent trend in cryptocurrency regulation. The article discusses the evolving landscape of digital asset regulation, as highlighted during a policy breakfast hosted by the Global Fintech Institute (GFI) in Tokyo. This event brought together policymakers and industry participants from the APAC region to explore how digital assets can be regulated in a practical and forward-looking manner. The discussions underscored a shift from debating the inclusion of crypto in the financial system to focusing on effective regulatory frameworks that align with market realities. One of the primary concerns addressed was the need for tax policies that accurately reflect the realities of the digital asset market. In many regions, crypto gains are subject to progressive tax rates that exceed those applied to traditional financial products, potentially driving trading activities offshore. The consensus among participants was that a flat tax rate, coupled with the ability to offset future gains with past losses, would better accommodate the volatile nature of digital asset markets. This approach could encourage participants to remain within regulated domestic markets, enhancing market transparency and investor protection. Another significant topic was the classification of digital assets. The rapid innovation within the ecosystem has led to the emergence of new structures, such as tokenized assets and cross-chain assets, which challenge existing regulatory frameworks. Without clear definitions, it becomes difficult to apply consistent rules for taxation, disclosure, custody, and licensing. A proposed solution is to adopt a transparent classification system based on the economic substance of assets rather than their technical structure. This would provide clarity for users and firms, strengthening investor protection and enabling more effective regulatory supervision. The discussion also highlighted the unique nature of custody risk in the crypto space, which is primarily operational rather than prudential. Effective regulation should focus on ensuring strong operational safeguards, including asset segregation, transparent governance, strict cybersecurity standards, and robust wallet architecture. While financial backstops can be relevant, custody safety often hinges on operational resilience. By concentrating regulation on these areas, authorities can support responsible innovation without stifling it. The article concludes by emphasizing the importance of developing regulation through dialogue and anchoring it in market reality. As crypto assets and products become more sophisticated, regulatory responses will require greater nuance and collaboration among experts in law, technology, risk, and markets. Achieving a balanced regulatory environment can safeguard consumers, maintain financial stability, and encourage technological progress, allowing digital assets to become a regulated and integrated part of modern finance.

Brent crude oil prices initially fell by $2 before slightly rebounding to $113.7 per barrel. According to Odaily, this fluctuation occurred after the Group of Seven (G7) nations announced their readiness to implement all necessary measures to ensure the stability and security of the energy market.

Apple's stock opened on Monday at $248, marking a nearly 9% decline year-to-date. According to NS3.AI, several factors could further pressure the stock, potentially pushing it below $200. Key concerns include delays in Siri development, execution risks associated with the upcoming WWDC 2026, and increasing costs of NAND and DRAM, which may impact hardware margins.

New York Times posted on X, highlighting a recent issue during the USA vs. Belgium soccer match. Players and spectators alike found it challenging to distinguish between the teams due to the similar colors of their jerseys. The Athletic FC reported that the situation was problematic on the field, with players expressing difficulty in identifying teammates and opponents during the game.

The Dallas Federal Reserve's Business Activity Index for March registered at -0.2, falling short of the anticipated 1.5, according to Jin10. This figure also marks a decline from the previous value of 0.2, indicating a slowdown in business activity within the region. The unexpected drop in the index suggests potential challenges for businesses in the Dallas area, as they navigate economic uncertainties. Analysts will be closely monitoring these developments to assess their impact on broader economic trends.

Bernstein released a report stating that crypto-related stocks are nearing their bottom after a correction of approximately 60% from their 2025 highs, with current valuations representing a "significant discount to large-cap stocks," presenting a buying opportunity. The report points out that the combination of geopolitical factors and short-term weakness in the crypto market has led to this significant discount in crypto stocks. Bernstein expects this short-term weakness to continue into the Q1 earnings season, but believes current prices present an entry point for growth sectors such as stablecoins, tokenization, prediction markets, and derivatives. Since peaking in October 2025, Bitcoin has fallen approximately 40% to 50% from its all-time high of around $126,000, resulting in a roughly $2 trillion loss in the overall digital asset market capitalization. Bernstein maintains its "Outperform" rating on Coinbase, Robinhood, and Figure, but lowered its price targets: Coinbase's target price was reduced from $440 to $330, Robinhood's from $160 to $130, and Figure's from $72 to $67. At the time of writing, Coinbase was priced at approximately $165.50, Robinhood at approximately $67.10, and Figure at approximately $31.14. Previously, Bernstein had stated that Bitcoin may have bottomed out and maintained his year-end price target of $150,000.

Castle Securities has highlighted a shift in investor focus from inflation to slowing growth, as concerns over escalating Middle East tensions rise. According to Jin10, Nohshad Shah, Head of Fixed Income Sales for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa at Castle Securities, noted that the market is nearing a turning point across asset classes. From the end of last month until mid-last week, changes in interest rates and the dollar accounted for about 56% of the tightening of financial conditions, while risk assets accounted for about 44%. However, this pattern has since reversed, with risk assets now driving approximately 61% of the tightening, indicating a market shift from pricing inflation shocks to pricing growth risks. Global bond markets have generally declined this month. While traders previously focused on the inflationary impact of rising energy prices, some major bond management firms on Wall Street are increasingly betting on a decline in yields, expecting that a prolonged conflict will weigh on economic growth. Shah stated, "As growth concerns become more pronounced, long-duration fixed income assets should begin to act as a hedge against risk assets." He added that a prolonged conflict could lead to "demand destruction" through two pathways: persistently high energy prices and significant policy tightening by central banks to curb inflation expectations.

Midnight, a new privacy-focused blockchain, has been launched with a substantial $200 million investment from Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson. According to NS3.AI, the initial phase of the rollout will focus on private data use cases. Future expansions are planned to include infrastructure, applications, and governance.

Brent crude oil fell as much as $2 before rebounding slightly to $113.7 per barrel, after G7 countries said they were prepared to take all necessary measures to maintain the stability and security of the energy market. (Jinshi)

Between 2024 and 2025, Pump.fun's daily protocol revenue consistently matched or even surpassed Hyperliquid's. Given the inherently cyclical nature of the meme market in which it operates, this figure is particularly noteworthy.

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Overseas, the primary concern with AI payment is not whether it is "easy to use" or not, but whether "this process can be completed in a closed loop from end to end".

China's AI industry is shifting from price wars to competition over model quality. In intelligent agent scenarios, "task completion rate" is a more reliable indicator of customer retention than "token price".

This article will take a professional perspective to systematically review the evolution and mainstream path of RWA in Hong Kong, analyze the tax implications and regulatory logic, and examine the compliance risks behind the financing benefits of RWA.

On March 23, the "Hong Kong-Korea Web3 Policy Promotion Alliance" was officially established.

The odds of a presidential pardon for Sam Bankman-Fried have slipped deeper into single digits after a high-profile CNN interview featuring his parents reignited controversy around the FTX collapse — and may have done more harm than good.

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