According to Saudi media outlet alhadath, a senior Pakistani government official predicts a major breakthrough in the US-Iran negotiations today.

1. Polymarket adds Steam account login option; 2. Saturn increases its STRC holdings, total value $33 million; 3. Israeli Defense Minister says: waiting for US agreement to "completely eliminate the Iranian regime"; 4. Balancer hackers swap 7,000 ETH for 204.7 BTC, worth approximately $15.88 million; 5. Whales deposit 2.2 million TRUMP into Binance, losing $398,000 after one month; 6. Iranian Vice President says Iran will retaliate severely against attacks on Iranian energy facilities; 7. Glassnode: Hyperliquid whales continue to increase their long positions, indicating strong bullish sentiment among large investors; 8. Aave Chan founder proposes establishing a depository to repay Aave's shortfall with profits; 9. Iranian Foreign Minister speaks with Palestinian officials to discuss the current situation; 10. Ethereum network 24-hour transaction fees reach $2.7 million, surpassing Hyperliquid.

Bitcoin's 30-day correlation with the Dollar Index has dropped to -0.90, marking the most negative level since September 2022. According to NS3.AI, this indicates a significant inverse relationship between the two assets. TradingView data further reveals a correlation squared of 0.81, though it is noted that bitcoin's continuous trading can affect the accuracy of this reading.

Perpetual contracts have been a significant part of the cryptocurrency market for the past decade, offering traders the ability to speculate on the future price of digital assets without an expiration date. According to PANews, these financial instruments have been both a boon and a bane for traders, with their high leverage potential leading to substantial gains and devastating losses. The nature of perpetual contracts allows for continuous trading, which can lead to increased volatility and risk. Traders often face challenges such as sudden market movements, which can result in forced liquidations or '爆仓' (explosive positions). This phenomenon occurs when a trader's position is automatically closed due to insufficient margin, leading to significant financial losses. Another issue associated with perpetual contracts is the '死亡螺旋' (death spiral), where a rapid decline in asset prices triggers a cascade of liquidations, further driving down prices. This can create a self-reinforcing cycle of losses, impacting both individual traders and the broader market. Despite these risks, perpetual contracts remain popular due to their flexibility and the potential for high returns. Traders are advised to exercise caution and employ risk management strategies to mitigate potential losses. As the market continues to evolve, the role of perpetual contracts in the cryptocurrency ecosystem is likely to remain a topic of discussion and analysis.

According to official sources, Gate's first pre-IPO project, SpaceX (SPCX), raised nearly $395 million. Simultaneously, users participating in the GUSD staking pool can also enjoy an annualized return of approximately 2.90%, further improving capital utilization efficiency. Regarding pricing, the SPCX IPO subscription price was $590, and the current pre-market price has risen to $600.99.

Key Takeaways The White House has confirmed President Trump will deliver a keynote address at a gala luncheon for top TRUMP memecoin holders at Mar-a-Lago on SaturdayThe top 297 TRUMP token holders are invited to the event; the top 29 will also qualify for a private reception with the presidentDemocratic senators Elizabeth Warren, Richard Blumenthal, and Adam Schiff have criticized the event as a conflict of interest, questioning whether Trump is "dangling access" to encourage memecoin purchasesThis is the second event for TRUMP token holders; the first was held at a Trump golf club in May 2025 and drew similar criticismThe White House had previously said the event was not locked into Trump's schedule The White House has confirmed that President Donald Trump will attend and deliver a keynote address at a gala luncheon for top holders of his Official Trump (TRUMP) memecoin at Mar-a-Lago on Saturday, Reuters reported Friday, resolving weeks of uncertainty over whether he would appear at the event. The gala is open to the top 297 holders of the TRUMP token, with the top 29 qualifying for an additional private reception with the president. The event is organized by the company behind the Official Trump memecoin. Scheduling Uncertainty Preceded Confirmation Trump's attendance had been in question since the event was announced in March, when a White House official told Politico it was not locked into the president's schedule. The gala falls on the same day Trump had said he would attend the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner in Washington DC -- which would have marked his first attendance as president. The event's own terms also state that Trump may not be able to appear and that the gala "may be canceled for any reason." Conflict of Interest Criticism Mounts The confirmation has renewed scrutiny from lawmakers who have long criticized the TRUMP memecoin and its associated events as a conflict of interest. Democratic Senators Elizabeth Warren, Richard Blumenthal, and Adam Schiff sent a letter earlier this month to Bill Zanker, the individual behind the TRUMP memecoin, questioning whether Trump intends to "dangle access" to himself to drive token purchases. "Organizers are promoting a conference by dangling access to President Trump to potential attendees -- and in doing so, are encouraging purchases of his meme coin that will generate transaction fees for the President and his family -- on a day he may not actually be able to attend," the letter stated. This marks the second holder event for the TRUMP token. The first was held at a Trump-branded golf club in May 2025 and drew widespread criticism from ethics watchdogs and lawmakers who argued Trump was leveraging his presidential office for personal financial gain. The TRUMP token has been a focal point of broader debate around the intersection of political influence and crypto markets since its launch, with critics arguing the structure of holder events creates a direct financial incentive for the president to maintain and promote the token's value.

The Trump administration has granted a 90-day extension to a shipping waiver, facilitating the movement of oil, fuel, and fertilizer across the United States. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting the significance of this decision in easing logistical challenges in the energy sector. The waiver, initially introduced to address supply chain disruptions, allows for more flexible transportation options, ensuring a steady supply of essential commodities. This move is expected to support domestic energy distribution and maintain market stability amid ongoing economic uncertainties.

Decentralized computing platform VORAN has announced the successful completion of a $3 million seed funding round. According to ChainCatcher, the funding round included participation from IBC Group, CGV, All In Club, Harbor Digital Ventures, and several experienced individuals in the Web3 sector. VORAN aims to provide scalable decentralized computing services globally. The company stated that the funds raised will primarily be used to accelerate the development and iteration of platform applications and further expand its underlying infrastructure.

According to Gate data, spot gold rose nearly $30 in the short term, currently trading at $4,702 per ounce.

The United States Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has sanctioned Cambodian Senator Kok An and 28 individuals for their alleged involvement in large-scale “pig butchering” scam operations across Cambodia.

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KuCoin has launched its KuCard in Australia, letting users spend crypto directly at Mastercard merchants with automatic conversion to fiat at checkout. The service, built with Immersve, supports USDC and 37 trading pairs and works with Apple Pay and Google Pay for everyday payments.

Morgan Stanley has launched a dedicated stablecoin reserve portfolio, signaling a deeper push by traditional finance into the rapidly evolving digital asset ecosystem.

Robinhood has received in-principle approval from Singapore’s MAS to move closer to offering brokerage services, including trading, custody and investment products. It still needs to meet regulatory conditions before it can officially launch in the country.

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YouTube is giving celebrities access to a tool that detects and flags AI deepfake videos using their likeness, allowing them to request removal. The move comes as realistic AI videos spread quickly online, raising concerns over misuse, misinformation, and damage to reputations.