Chris Kim has emphasized that atomic settlement can eliminate counterparty risk, though it may impact capital efficiency by necessitating real-time funding for each trade. According to NS3.AI, Kim noted that stablecoin transfer volume has surpassed $1.8 trillion. However, he cautioned that quicker settlement processes might lead to wider spreads and diminished market depth for retail investors.

A recent Reuters survey indicates that the average price of U.S. crude oil is expected to reach $76.78 per barrel by 2026. According to BlockBeats, this marks an increase from the February forecast of $60.38 per barrel. Similarly, Brent crude oil is projected to average $82.85 per barrel in 2026, up from the previous estimate of $63.85 per barrel.

Warren Buffett has expressed concerns over the potential consequences if Iran were to acquire nuclear weapons. According to PANews, Buffett stated that the situation would become more difficult compared to when Iran does not possess such weapons. His remarks highlight the geopolitical implications and increased tensions that could arise from nuclear proliferation in the region.

Ethereum is undergoing a significant transition from technical standardization to specialization and customization, according to Foresight News. At the EthCC[9] conference, Optimism co-founder Karl Floersch highlighted this shift, noting that Layer 2 technology has evolved from independent construction and EVM equivalence to a modular architecture that supports specific needs. Floersch emphasized that for large-scale enterprise adoption, the current technological priorities include providing configurable compliance, deterministic latency service level agreements (SLAs), and customizable fee economic models. He pointed out that open-source architectures like OP Stack, which pose no 'lock-in' risks, allow enterprises to tailor blockchain spaces to specific business requirements without compromising ecosystem compatibility. Leveraging Ethereum's battle-tested security and interoperability, blockchain technology is rapidly transitioning from Web2 models to Web3 native applications. This shift aims to achieve a foundational upgrade of the global financial system and enterprise infrastructure.

CZ stated in an article on the X platform that cryptocurrencies only need to upgrade to quantum-resistant (post-quantum) algorithms to cope with the effects of quantum computing, and there is no need to panic. In practical terms, upgrading organizations face difficulties in decentralized environments, and the choice of algorithm may lead to disputes and forks. Some projects that have ceased development may not upgrade, which helps to clean up such projects. New code may introduce vulnerabilities or security issues in the short term, and users who hold their cryptocurrencies themselves should migrate their assets to new wallets. Regarding Satoshi's Bitcoin holdings, if the assets have moved, it means they are still active; if they have not moved within a certain period, the relevant addresses should be locked or destroyed to prevent hacking. Fundamentally, encryption is easier than decryption, and stronger computing power is a positive factor; cryptocurrencies will continue to exist after the quantum era.

Coinbase Markets announced on its X platform that EDGEX (EDGEX) spot trading will launch on March 31, 2026. If liquidity conditions are met, the EDGEX-USD trading pair will open later today in supported regions.

Former a16z crypto investor Sam Broner has announced the establishment of The Better Money Company with university friend Adam Zuckerman. According to Odaily, the company has successfully completed a $10 million seed funding round, led by a16z crypto, with participation from BoxGroup and Sunflower Capital. Angel investors, including Circle co-founder Sean Neville and former Microsoft executive Charlie Songhurst, also contributed. The Better Money Company aims to create a stablecoin clearinghouse, offering clients low-cost services for exchanging various dollar-pegged tokens. Broner, who spent over two years at a16z crypto focusing on stablecoin investments, and Zuckerman, who previously worked at Latham & Watkins and served as general counsel at Eigen Labs, founded the company in November last year. The company has secured commitments from issuers such as Paxos, Stripe's Bridge, and MoonPay, and plans to support all tokens compliant with the enacted Genius Act, excluding USDT. The U.S. version, USAT, remains unaffected. While the product is not yet publicly available, it is expected to be accessible to clients in the coming weeks.

U.S. Defense Secretary Hegseth stated on March 31 that alternative options are available if the Hormuz Strait remains closed. According to BlockBeats, he emphasized that the world should be prepared for an escalation regarding the situation in the Hormuz Strait.

U.S. President Donald Trump stated on March 31 that a victory announcement is imminent. According to BlockBeats, he also remarked that removing Iran's uranium mines would be 'very difficult.'

An Iranian military advisor, Jamshid Ehaki, was killed in a joint attack by the United States and Israel. According to PANews, the incident was reported by Xinhua News Agency on March 31. The attack highlights ongoing tensions in the region, with implications for international relations and security dynamics.

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U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy and Cynthia Lummis have unveiled the “Mined in America Act,” a sweeping proposal aimed at breaking America’s dependence on foreign Bitcoin mining hardware while accelerating the creation of a national Strategic Bitcoin Reserve.

Many people's impression of Bitcoin miners is still limited to buying mining machines, mining BTC, and waiting for the price of the coin to rise. In reality, more and more large BTC miners are starting to actively align themselves with AI infrastructure companies.

HashKey reported a net loss of HK$1,084.3 million for the year (FY2024: HK$1,189.6 million).

The US Department of Labor has proposed a rule that would make it easier for 401(k) plans to include crypto and other alternative investments. It gives plan managers a safe legal framework if they properly assess risks, opening the door to wider retirement investment choices.

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