If on-chain private lending wants to transcend the glamorous facade of the traditional private lending industry, it must first solve the trust issue before it can solve the profitability issue.

The U.S. Climate Prediction Center anticipates a shift from La Niña to a neutral El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) state over the next month. According to Jin10, the neutral ENSO condition is expected to prevail from May to July 2026. Furthermore, the emergence of El Niño is highly likely between June and August 2026, with projections indicating its persistence at least until the end of 2026.

Adobe is under investigation by the UK's competition authority due to concerns about its early cancellation fees for certain products potentially violating consumer protection laws. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting the scrutiny Adobe faces regarding its subscription practices. The investigation aims to determine whether these fees are unfair to consumers and if they comply with existing regulations. Adobe has yet to comment on the ongoing inquiry.

Nasdaq-listed Opera has submitted a proposal to the Celo governance forum to replace its existing cash payment protocol with Celo with a three-year allocation of 160 million CELO tokens. This allocation represents approximately 27% of CELO's current circulating supply of about 600 million tokens and 16% of its maximum supply of 1 billion tokens. CELO is currently trading at $0.07. The transaction would involve a one-time transfer of 160 million CELO from the never-released Treasury to a Safe account controlled by Opera. To maintain governance balance, the voting power of these tokens will be limited to 10% of the total staked CELO, except in protocol emergencies. Opera stated that the proposal reflects the important role of its self-custodied crypto wallet, MiniPay, on the Celo network. MiniPay runs on Celo, an Ethereum Layer 2 network, and has over 14 million registered users and over 420 million transactions in more than 66 countries since its launch in 2023. Opera EVP Jorgen Arnesen stated that Opera aims to become a supportive key stakeholder in the Celo ecosystem. Furthermore, over 50 million Opera browser users who have earned rewards in recent months can redeem their rewards in USDT via MiniPay. Opera's stock price is currently $14.60.

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The U.S. Climate Prediction Center has reported that the La Niña phenomenon is still ongoing, based on current oceanic and atmospheric observations. According to Jin10, this climatic condition, characterized by cooler-than-average sea surface temperatures in the central and eastern Pacific Ocean, can have significant impacts on global weather patterns. La Niña events are known to influence weather conditions, potentially leading to increased rainfall in some regions and droughts in others. The persistence of La Niña could affect agricultural productivity, water resources, and disaster preparedness in various parts of the world. Monitoring and understanding these patterns are crucial for mitigating potential adverse effects.

White sugar prices have reached their highest levels since October, driven by a surge in oil prices and ongoing disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting concerns over supply chains across the Middle East and shipments originating from the region. The situation has intensified fears about potential shortages, impacting global markets.

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that the United States will refrain from intervening in financial markets related to oil. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting Bessent's statement that the government might consider releasing additional oil reserves to help lower prices. This approach aims to address concerns over rising oil costs without direct market intervention. The decision reflects a strategic move to manage economic impacts while maintaining market stability.

According to AiYi's monitoring, a "smart money" account that profited $5.16 million by shorting BTC during the LUNA/UST crash liquidated its XAUT position on March 8th. The entry point was $4150.89, and the exit point was $5131, resulting in a profit of $4.845 million. The current XAUT price is $4547.55, representing an 11.4% drop from its exit point. This same address had previously profited $13.293 million by buying BTC and ETH at the bottom.

Michael Saylor, co-founder of Strategy, has reiterated his stance on Bitcoin, describing it as the ultimate hedge against chaos. According to ChainCatcher, Saylor emphasized Bitcoin's role as a core asset tool for addressing macroeconomic and financial uncertainties. He shared this view on social media, accompanied by the hashtag "$BTC."

Opera is pursuing a substantial stake in CELO, aiming to become a key stakeholder in the network. According to BWEnews, the company is seeking to acquire 160 million CELO tokens, which would significantly bolster its influence within the network. CELO, a cryptocurrency with a market capitalization of $51 million, is attracting interest from various entities looking to expand their presence in the blockchain space. Opera's move is seen as a strategic effort to enhance its role and impact in the decentralized finance ecosystem. The acquisition of such a large stake could position Opera as a major player in the CELO network, potentially influencing its future development and governance.

U.S. Transportation Secretary Duffy has announced that air travel is facing significant disruptions, leading to an almost complete halt. According to Jin10, the situation has been exacerbated by various factors impacting the aviation industry. The current state of air travel has raised concerns among industry stakeholders and travelers alike, as efforts are being made to address the underlying issues. The disruptions have highlighted the need for strategic interventions to restore normalcy in the sector. The aviation industry is closely monitoring developments as authorities work towards resolving the challenges.

On March 17, 2026, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) jointly issued an official interpretation on how federal securities laws and commodity exchange laws apply to crypto assets.

Jensen Huang is one of the most present tech figures of our time. Every year at GTC, he stands on a stage in front of thousands of people, wearing his signature black leather jacket, turning his two-hour speech into a sermon about the future.

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Developers behind the fast-rising OpenClaw are being targeted by a sophisticated phishing campaign promising thousands in fake “CLAW” tokens — the latest sign that attackers are zeroing in on the AI-crypto intersection.

The FTX Recovery Trust will distribute $2.2 billion to creditors on March 31 2026, with payments delivered through BitGo, Kraken, or Payoneer after users complete verification and tax forms. This fourth payout brings total recoveries close to $10 billion, with many creditor classes reaching full or above full repayment.

In the ever-changing world of digital currencies, an important question has always lingered in people's minds: how will countries adapt to the rise of Bitcoin?

In a striking coincidence, Visa and Stripe-backed Tempo both unveiled similar tools that allow users to execute AI-driven payments, signaling that the race to power autonomous “agent commerce” is officially on.

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