The Bank of England is considering a more assertive approach to address the escalating energy prices. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting the central bank's potential shift in strategy as energy costs continue to rise. This development comes amid growing concerns about inflationary pressures impacting the economy. Analysts suggest that the Bank of England might implement measures to stabilize the situation, although the exact nature of these actions remains uncertain. The focus is on mitigating the effects of energy price hikes on the broader economic landscape.

While a small number of ships have recently passed through the Strait of Hormuz, hundreds remain stranded—Iran holds the power to decide on safe passage, and a selective passage pattern has emerged. Data from commodities analysis firm Kpler shows that before the conflict, an average of about 100 oil tankers passed through the Strait of Hormuz daily; now, only two are passing daily, with 400 tankers still stranded. JPMorgan analysts stated in a client report that the vast majority of ships passing through the strait are Iranian vessels, and Iran appears to only allow specific ships to pass after verification. "The reality is that the strait is not officially closed, but passage rights are increasingly dependent on political understanding with Tehran," the analysts wrote. Some ships have managed to exit the strait by briefly circumnavigating the waterway between Larak and Qeshm islands near the Iranian coast, staying close to the Iranian coast. JPMorgan analysts pointed out, "This is not a regular route; this move may be to verify ship ownership and cargo, and to allow passage for vessels unrelated to the US and its allies." Reports indicate that some ships, including those carrying liquefied petroleum gas bound for India, have successfully passed through the strait after their governments negotiated with Iran and obtained safe passage permits. In peacetime, approximately one-fifth of the world's crude oil and refined petroleum products are transported through the Strait of Hormuz, and for decades, alternative land-based export routes have been extremely limited. Despite Trump's urging of US allies to intervene and reopen this waterway, the response has been lukewarm. With the war now in its 18th day, the promised US naval escort has yet to materialize. Data from the Royal Navy's Maritime Trade and Operations Bureau shows that since the outbreak of the war until Tuesday, there have been 21 reports of attacks or disruptions to vessels in the Persian Gulf, the Strait of Hormuz, and the Gulf of Oman, 16 of which were attacks. (Jinshi)

Jupiter Wallet has launched a new Auto Earn feature, allowing users to set a trigger amount, with a minimum of $10. According to Foresight News, once the wallet balance reaches this threshold, tokens are automatically deposited into the Jup Lend protocol without incurring gas fees. This feature enables idle tokens to generate returns automatically.

BONK experienced a significant increase, rising nearly 17% over the past week and 6.2% in the last 24 hours as of March 18, 2026. According to NS3.AI, this rebound is attributed to improved market sentiment and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's recent decision to classify Solana as a digital commodity. Analysts predict a potential correction to $0.000004619 by March 27, 2026, suggesting a possible decline of approximately 33.10% from current levels.

According to the announcement from Binance, the platform is set to launch a Sahara AI (SAHARA) Trading Tournament, offering eligible users the chance to share a prize pool of 4,000,000 SAHARA in token vouchers. The promotion period is scheduled from 2026-03-18 07:00 (UTC) to 2026-03-25 07:00 (UTC). Eligibility for participation includes all verified new, regular users, and Binance VIP users, while liquidity providers in the Binance Spot Liquidity Provider Program and Binance Brokers are excluded. Participants can trade using the eligible altcoin trading pairs, SAHARA/USDT and SAHARA/USDC, and must achieve a cumulative trading volume of at least 500 USD equivalent during the promotion period to qualify for rewards. The reward structure is based on cumulative trading volume, with the top 200 participants sharing 1,600,000 SAHARA, and those ranked 201st to 5,000th sharing 2,400,000 SAHARA. Token vouchers will be distributed by 2026-04-08 and must be redeemed within 21 days. The tournament rules specify that trading volume from zero-fee pairs and transaction fees are excluded from the final calculation. The leaderboard, updated daily, will display only those who meet the minimum trading volume threshold. Binance reserves the right to disqualify participants for dishonest behavior, such as wash trading or market manipulation. The campaign's operation is contingent upon the successful listing of the relevant token on Binance Spot, and any changes to the listing may affect the promotion period and reward distribution. Binance retains the discretion to amend the terms and conditions of the tournament without prior notice.

Japan's government debt balance saw a year-on-year decrease of 3.8% as of the end of December last year, according to data released by the Bank of Japan on Wednesday. According to Jin10, Capital Economics economist Marcel Thieliant anticipates a similar decline in the official national accounts data, suggesting that Japan's debt-to-GDP ratio could fall from 222% in 2024 to 204%. If fiscal deficits remain low and the economy continues to grow, the debt-to-GDP ratio is expected to decrease to around 190% in the coming years, significantly lower than the International Monetary Fund's forecast of 220%.

South Africa experienced a decline in inflation in February. Bloomberg posted on X, however, the central bank is not expected to consider this as a basis for reducing interest rates in the upcoming week. The cooling inflation figures may not be sufficient to prompt a change in the monetary policy stance, as the central bank continues to focus on broader economic indicators and stability.

According to the announcement from Binance, the platform is set to implement significant changes to its VIP program, aiming to better recognize and support high-value users. These updates will adjust the eligibility criteria across trading and capital allocation, ensuring that tier recognition is tied to sustained engagement. **Lower BNB and Futures Trading Requirements** The changes include reduced BNB holding thresholds for VIP levels 1 to 3, making progression more accessible while maintaining program integrity. For instance, the BNB requirement for VIP 1 will decrease from 25 to 5. Additionally, Futures trading volume requirements for USDⓈ-Margined and COIN-Margined Futures will be lowered, with adjusted fees for VIP 1 and 2 to maintain a balanced structure. **Enhanced Referral and Holder Programs** Effective from 2026-03-19, the Futures Referral & Affiliate Program will expand eligibility to include VIP 2 users, enhancing commission opportunities. The Holder Program will introduce a new framework allowing users to qualify for VIP status through asset holdings, with expanded levels up to VIP 9. This update will consider assets across all Binance accounts, including Spot, Futures, and Earn. **Introducing the VIP Rising Star Program** The new VIP Rising Star initiative will recognize users with a daily or 30-day average net asset balance of 30,000 USD, including at least 5 BNB. These users will receive personalized support and exclusive opportunities to progress to full VIP status. Key changes will take effect on 2026-03-19 and 2026-03-20, with eligible users automatically upgraded to their corresponding VIP level. Users can view their updated status in the My VIP mobile hub.

According to the announcement from Binance, the platform will remove and cease trading on specific spot trading pairs as part of its regular review process aimed at maintaining a high-quality trading market. The decision to delist certain pairs is influenced by factors such as poor liquidity and trading volume. As a result of the latest review, Binance will discontinue trading for the BONK/BRL and ME/FDUSD spot trading pairs effective 2026-03-20 03:00 (UTC). The delisting of these spot trading pairs does not impact the availability of the tokens on Binance Spot. Users can continue to trade the base and quote assets of these pairs through other available trading pairs on the platform. Additionally, Binance will terminate Spot Trading Bots services for the affected pairs at the same time. Users are advised to update or cancel their Spot Trading Bots to prevent potential losses. The BRL mentioned in the trading pair is a fiat currency and does not represent any digital currencies. Binance emphasizes the importance of reviewing its delisting guidelines and frequently asked questions to stay informed about changes. Users are encouraged to check the platform for detailed information on token and spot trading pair delistings. The announcement underscores Binance's commitment to ensuring a robust trading environment by periodically assessing and adjusting its offerings based on market conditions.

The Swedish Security Agency has issued a warning about the possibility of escalating security threats originating from Russia. According to Jin10, the agency highlighted concerns over increased activities that could pose risks to national security. The agency's assessment comes amid heightened geopolitical tensions in the region, prompting Sweden to bolster its security measures. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation to ensure the safety and stability of the country.

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