AI, energy, and population are the three biggest forces reshaping the world order in the next two or three decades.

Blackstone has made a significant private equity investment in the United Arab Emirates, marking one of the first such moves since the onset of the Iran war. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting the strategic importance of this investment in the context of ongoing regional tensions. This development underscores the UAE's appeal as a stable investment destination despite geopolitical challenges. Blackstone's decision reflects confidence in the UAE's economic resilience and potential for growth. The investment is expected to bolster the UAE's position as a key player in the Middle East's financial landscape.

The global cryptocurrency market cap now stands at $2.44T, up by 0.62% over the last day, according to CoinMarketCap data. Bitcoin (BTC) has been trading between $69,805 and $72,026 over the past 24 hours. As of 09:30 AM (UTC) today, BTC is trading at $70,000, down by -1.79%. Most major cryptocurrencies by market cap are trading mixed. Market outperformers include KAT, STO, and SUPER, up by 51%, 21%, and 15%, respectively. Top stories of the day: Bitcoin Holds $70K as ETF Inflows Hit $11.3B, Institutional Demand Offsets Retail Selling Global Surge in U.S. Treasury Holdings Reaches New Heights Trump to Visit China in May for Xi Talks as Iran War Delays Add Geopolitical Tension U.S. Crude Oil Futures Rise Over $2 Amid Middle East Conflict Concerns Nvidia Faces Class Action Lawsuit Over Alleged $1B Crypto Mining Revenue Concealment EBRD: Capital Outflows from Egypt and Turkey Due to Iran's Turmoil Are Manageable but Could Intensify European Bank Reports Russian Oil Revenue Triples Since Iran Conflict CFTC Chair Predicts Imminent Clarity in U.S. Crypto Regulation Market movers: ETH: $2116.26 (-2.99%) BNB: $633.56 (-2.38%) XRP: $1.3802 (-2.66%) SOL: $88.87 (-3.83%) TRX: $0.3149 (+2.14%) DOGE: $0.09198 (-5.04%) U: $1.0004 (+0.03%) WLFI: $0.0993 (-2.07%) BCH: $467.4 (-2.36%) WBTC: $69878.94 (-1.83%) Top gainers on Binance: KAT/USDT (+51%) STO/USDT (+21%) SUPER/USDT (+15%)

The approval rating for President Petro's administration has risen by 1.6 percentage points, reaching 41.8%. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting this change in public sentiment. This increase reflects a shift in public opinion, although the reasons behind the change were not detailed in the report. The administration continues to navigate various challenges, and the latest figures suggest a modest improvement in public perception.

On March 26, according to Jin10, Iranian authorities reported that a building within Isfahan University of Technology was attacked by the United States and Israel in the early hours of the day. As of now, there has been no response from the U.S. or Israeli officials regarding these allegations.

Startale Group raised $63 million in a Series A round, with $50 million from SBI Group and $13 million from Sony Innovation Fund. The funding will be used to scale Strium for tokenized securities, expand yen and dollar stablecoins, and develop Startale’s app into a consumer SuperApp.

According to data from msx.com, crypto stocks generally fell in pre-market trading in the US, with Circle (CRCL) down 2.3%; ALTS down 1.48%; UPXI down 3.36%; BMNR down 2.45%; MSTR down 1.66%; SBET down 2.34%; MARA down 2.17%; and COIN down 1.88%. msx.com is a decentralized RWA trading platform that has listed hundreds of RWA tokens, covering US stock and ETF tokens such as AAPL, AMZN, GOOGL, META, MSFT, NFLX, and NVDA.

The U.S. Army has revealed the initial selection of companies tasked with constructing data centers on military installations. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting the strategic move aimed at enhancing the military's data infrastructure. This initiative is part of a broader effort to modernize and secure the Army's digital capabilities, ensuring robust and efficient data management across its operations. The selected companies will play a crucial role in developing these facilities, which are expected to bolster the Army's technological infrastructure and operational readiness.

Key TakeawaysIsraeli media reports claim IRGC Navy commander Ali Reza Tangsiri was killed in an attack in Bandar Abbas.No official confirmation from Iran or the Israeli military at the time of reporting.The commander was linked to Strait of Hormuz operations, a key global oil chokepoint.Escalation risks could impact oil prices, inflation outlook, and crypto market sentiment.Unconfirmed reports from Israeli media claim that Ali Reza Tangsiri, commander of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy, was killed in an attack in Bandar Abbas, a key strategic port near the Strait of Hormuz.According to the reports, an Israeli official stated that Tangsiri was targeted in the strike. However, neither Iranian authorities nor the Israeli military have officially confirmed the incident, leaving details unclear.Tangsiri was considered a key figure in Iran’s maritime strategy and was associated with operations involving the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical oil transit routes. Any disruption or escalation tied to this region could have immediate implications for global energy markets.For financial markets, including crypto, the development adds to rising geopolitical risk in the Middle East. Oil prices remain highly sensitive to tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, and any further escalation could drive energy costs higher, reinforcing inflation concerns.Higher inflation expectations and sustained geopolitical instability typically reduce risk appetite, potentially weighing on assets like Bitcoin in the short term. However, prolonged instability could also renew narratives around Bitcoin as a hedge against geopolitical and monetary uncertainty.Traders will be watching for official confirmation and any retaliation signals, as developments in the region continue to influence macro conditions and crypto market direction.

BNY Mellon CEO Robin Vince has stated that large banks will play a pivotal role in advancing the adoption of crypto assets. According to PANews, Vince emphasized the importance of traditional financial institutions as key bridges connecting digital assets with the mainstream financial system. He noted that future crypto-related services are likely to be offered more frequently through large, regulated banks. Traditional financial infrastructure will support digital assets in areas such as custody, trading, and settlement.

A high-performing account with a success rate exceeding 93% has invested approximately $150,000 in positions predicting that crude oil prices will not reach $200 by the end of March. According to Odaily, the opening price for these positions was around 99.8¢, corresponding to about 150,000 shares, and the current price remains approximately the same, indicating a stable position. With about 4 days and 6 hours remaining until settlement, the event is in its final trading phase. Current geopolitical situations and policies from major oil-producing countries are providing some market support. In this price range, the market is more focused on short-term fluctuations rather than extreme price increases.

Strategy acts as the 'last safe haven bank' for Bitcoin.

The SEC and CFTC have jointly released landmark regulatory guidance, a long-awaited joint interpretation that details under what circumstances and in what ways federal securities laws apply to crypto assets.

A jury found Meta and Google liable for harming a teen through app design, awarding $3 million in damages. The case focuses on platform design, not content.

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Bhutan has moved another $37 million worth of Bitcoin, extending a sustained drawdown in its sovereign holdings as governments increasingly adjust crypto exposure amid shifting global market conditions.

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Ripple has joined a regulatory sandbox in Singapore to pilot programmable trade finance using its enterprise stablecoin RLUSD, marking a step toward real-world blockchain adoption in cross-border settlement.

The UK will ban crypto political donations and limit overseas donations to £100,000 a year. The changes are expected to hit Reform UK the hardest.