Tether has announced the launch of its gold-backed token, Tether Gold (XAU₮), on the BNB Chain. According to PANews, this development provides BNB Chain users with access to tokenized assets linked to physical gold.

Liquid Capital founder Yi Lihua recently shared insights on the X platform, emphasizing the prolonged nature of current conflicts and their impact on market conditions. According to Foresight News, Yi predicts a significant buying opportunity will arise this year, advising preparation in advance. Beyond the crypto sector, he has been deeply impressed by the transformative efficiency of AI, likening its impact to a leap from horse-drawn carriages to airplanes. Yi mandates that all companies he invests in must immediately learn to use and embrace AI, warning that those who fail to do so will face obsolescence. He notes that AI has leveled the playing field for companies and individuals, marking the onset of a new wave of innovation. This year, he plans to dedicate half of his time to collaborating with AI.

According to the latest data from Gate, gold prices fell to $4,443.28 per ounce, a daily decrease of 1.40%. Silver prices fell to $68.401 per ounce, a daily decrease of 3.92%. The BVIX (BTC Volatility Index) is currently quoted at 52.66, a daily increase of 2.45%. The EVIX (ETH Volatility Index) is currently quoted at 73.20, a daily decrease of 0.01%. In the foreign exchange market, the USD/CNH exchange rate rose 0.21% to 6.91665. The USD/JPY exchange rate rose 0.14% to 159.578. In global stock indices, the Euro Stoxx 50 fell 1.12% to 5,569.17 points; the UK FTSE 100 fell 1.26% to 9,975.49 points; and the German DAX 40 fell 1.28% to 22,627.12 points. In commodities, WTI crude oil rose 2.59% to $94.36 per barrel. Gate allows users to trade traditional financial market products directly on its platform, providing a one-stop solution for precious metals, forex, global equity CFDs, major indices, and commodities, achieving deep integration of crypto assets and traditional financial assets. Gate TradFi features have been fully integrated into the Gate App and Web platform, allowing users to easily participate in global asset price trading without switching platforms, unlocking more strategies and opportunities outside the crypto market, and continuously enhancing their diversified asset allocation experience.

Russia's primary oil port in the Baltic Sea has recommenced loading activities following a recent attack by Ukrainian drones. Bloomberg posted on X that the company responsible for transporting crude to the port is seeking alternative destinations for its shipments due to the security concerns raised by the incidents. The resumption of operations marks a significant step in stabilizing the region's oil supply chain, although the ongoing conflict continues to pose challenges for energy logistics.

According to the announcement from Binance, the platform has introduced a $25,000 Powerplay challenge in collaboration with Islamabad United. This initiative allows users to earn rewards by completing specific actions, such as registering, completing account verification (KYC), trading, and inviting friends. The challenge runs from 2026-03-26 00:00 (UTC) to 2026-04-26 23:59 (UTC). Participants can earn 'Runs' for each action, which contribute to their ranking on the leaderboard. The higher the rank, the greater the rewards. On Islamabad United match days, users can benefit from the PowerPlay Boost, doubling the Runs earned for selected actions. The activity period offers various ways to accumulate Runs. Users can earn 20 Runs for registering a Binance account, 30 Runs for completing KYC, and 50 Runs for making a first trade of $10 or more. Referring a friend who registers and completes a trade of $10 or more earns 100 Runs. Additional trades of $10 can earn 10 Runs each, capped at 200 Runs per day. Assets must be held for at least one hour to qualify. During match days, the PowerPlay Boost doubles the Runs for these actions, enhancing the opportunity to climb the leaderboard. The reward structure includes a total of 14,500 USDT for leaderboard rewards and 10,500 USDT for milestone rewards. The top-ranked user will receive 2,000 USDT, with rewards decreasing for lower ranks. Milestone rewards are unlocked by reaching specific Run thresholds, with rewards ranging from 1 USDT to 5 USDT. Only verified users from Pakistan are eligible, and they must complete KYC and a first trade of at least $10 to qualify. Binance emphasizes that all activity must be tracked through the campaign page to count towards Runs and rankings. The platform reserves the right to disqualify participants engaging in dishonest behavior. Rewards will be distributed within 15 days after the activity ends, and users must claim their token vouchers within 30 days of distribution.

According to data from msx.com, at the opening of the US stock market, the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.48%, the S&P 500 fell 0.74%, and the Nasdaq Composite fell 1.12%. Cryptocurrency stocks generally declined, with Circle down 2.75%, Coinbase down 3.48%, Robinhood down 1.57%, and Strategy down 1.82%. msx.com is a decentralized RWA trading platform that has listed hundreds of RWA tokens, covering US stocks and ETF tokens such as AAPL, AMZN, GOOGL, META, MSFT, NFLX, and NVDA.

The European Union's High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Josep Borrell, has emphasized the need for Russia to make clear concessions. According to Jin10, Borrell's statement underscores the ongoing tensions between the EU and Russia, highlighting the importance of diplomatic efforts to address the issues at hand. The EU continues to seek a resolution that involves Russia taking definitive steps to ease the current geopolitical situation. This call for concessions is part of broader efforts to stabilize relations and ensure security in the region.

A stabbing incident occurred at Tokyo's Sunshine City on Thursday evening, resulting in the deaths of both the suspect and the victim. According to Ming Pao, the event took place around 7:15 p.m. local time (UTC+8) at the Pokémon Center, an official store located on the second floor of 'apla'. A man wielding a knife attacked a female store employee in her twenties before turning the weapon on himself. Both individuals were found unconscious and later pronounced dead at the hospital. Police are investigating whether the two were acquainted and are working to uncover the details of the incident.

Saudi Arabia's Finance Minister has warned that the oil market could experience a more severe supply disruption than that caused by the COVID-19 pandemic if the issues surrounding Iran are not addressed. According to Jin10, the minister emphasized the potential impact on global oil supply, highlighting the urgency of resolving geopolitical tensions involving Iran. The statement underscores the delicate balance in the oil market, where geopolitical factors play a significant role in influencing supply and prices. The minister's remarks come amid ongoing discussions about Iran's role in regional stability and its implications for the energy sector.

The European Union's High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Josep Borrell, emphasized the widespread impact of the Middle East conflict on countries worldwide. According to Jin10, Borrell stated that all nations are affected by the ongoing war to varying degrees. He highlighted that ending the conflict aligns with the interests of the global community, underscoring the need for a ceasefire to mitigate further repercussions.

The Strait of Hormuz, a strategic waterway carrying 30% of the world's maritime oil trade, is accelerating a global financial and geopolitical transformation in an unprecedented way.

Anthropic完成了300亿美元G轮融资，投后估值突破3800亿美元。消息出来的那天，有一个人在联邦监狱里，理论上应该是这笔投资最大的受益者之一。

On March 17, Bitrefill officially disclosed a cyberattack that occurred on March 1. The attack method bore many similarities to previous cyberattacks by Lazarus Group/BlueNoroff against other companies in the crypto asset industry.

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