According to Iranian state television, in retaliation for the assassination of Supreme National Security Council Secretary Larijani, Iran launched a missile carrying a cluster warhead at Tel Aviv. (Jinshi)

RedotPay is reportedly in discussions to secure up to $150 million in funding, with plans to go public in the United States this year at a valuation exceeding $4 billion. According to NS3.AI, the company currently holds a valuation of over $1 billion, following successful fundraising rounds totaling more than $150 million in September and December of the previous year. Investor documents reviewed by Bloomberg indicate that RedotPay's annualized payment volume surpassed $10 billion in December last year. Despite frequent changes in senior management, the company is moving forward with its listing plans without a Chief Financial Officer.

Senegal has been stripped of its African Cup of Nations title following a decision by the tournament's governing body. Bloomberg posted on X that the ruling came after the team forfeited the final by leaving the pitch. The decision marks a significant development in the tournament's history, impacting Senegal's standing in African football. The governing body emphasized the importance of maintaining the integrity of the competition. Further details on the implications of this decision for Senegal's future participation in the tournament are yet to be disclosed.

The South Korean stock market experienced a significant rise in early trading, with the Seoul Composite Index surpassing the 5800-point level. According to RTHK, the index was reported at 5801 points, marking an increase of 161 points or 2.86%.

The Philippines is actively engaging in discussions with India and Russia to secure a stable supply of fertilizers, according to Jin10. The country's Agriculture Minister has also indicated plans to initiate talks with Belarus to ensure future fertilizer availability. These efforts are part of a broader strategy to stabilize agricultural inputs and support the nation's farming sector.

Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO) is contemplating delisting as one of its strategic options, according to Asahi Shimbun. This consideration comes amid ongoing challenges faced by the company in the energy sector. TEPCO has been exploring various strategies to address its financial and operational hurdles, and delisting is being evaluated as a potential course of action. The company has not yet made a final decision, and discussions are still in the preliminary stages. TEPCO's management is assessing the implications of such a move on its stakeholders and overall business operations. The energy giant continues to navigate a complex landscape, balancing regulatory requirements and market dynamics.

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Several investment funds and companies, including KKR and Bain Capital, have expressed interest in Tokyo Electric Power's capital alliance plan. According to Jin10, this development highlights the growing attention from major financial entities towards strategic partnerships with Tokyo Electric Power. The interest from these prominent investment firms underscores the potential for significant collaborations in the energy sector.

According to Onchain Lens monitoring, Grayscale staked 19,200 ETH, worth $44.6 million, 8 hours ago.

As the conflict in Iran progresses into its third week, Indian homemakers are experiencing a shortage of cooking gas, prompting a return to traditional methods. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting how geopolitical events can influence everyday life in far-off regions. The scarcity of cooking gas has led many to adopt practices reminiscent of earlier times, underscoring the far-reaching effects of international tensions on domestic routines.

Hong Kong-based stablecoin payment company RedotPay is in talks with several institutions for a new funding round of up to $150 million. This follows its previous funding rounds of over $150 million in September and December of last year, with investors including Coinbase and Circle's venture capital arm. RedotPay is currently valued at over $1 billion and aims to list in the US this year at a valuation exceeding $4 billion. While pursuing its IPO, the company faces frequent executive turnover; at least five senior employees have been in their positions for less than 12 months in the past year, and the head of compliance has changed twice. It is currently proceeding with its IPO plans without a chief financial officer. According to investor data reviewed by Bloomberg, RedotPay's annualized total payment volume surpassed $10 billion in December of last year, doubling year-on-year, with revenue reaching $158 million and over 6 million users in more than 100 countries. Furthermore, RedotPay's connections to mainland China have drawn attention. Co-founder Dawei Yuan is the former co-founder of the cryptocurrency exchange Huobi. Chief Operating Officer Troy Yao previously managed an engineering team in China, which relocated to Hong Kong in 2025 due to concerns from US investors. The participation of Beijing-based venture capital firm Gaorong Capital was not disclosed due to China's regulatory stance on cryptocurrencies.

Jinse Finance launches its daily cryptocurrency and blockchain news bulletin, "Jinse at 8 AM," issue 2999, providing you with the latest and fastest news on the digital currency and blockchain industry.

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Jinse Finance launches the "Jinse Web3.0 Daily," providing you with the latest and fastest news on MEME, DeFi, DAO, NFT, and the metaverse industry.

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Standing center stage at GTC 2026, Jensen Huang, in his characteristically passionate and visionary speaking style, declared to the world: the fundamental unit of computing is shifting from "instructions" to "tokens."

On March 17, Bright Smart Securities & Financial Holdings (01428.HK) surged more than 82% upon opening, marking a strong rebound after resuming trading!

On March 17, 2026, the "OpenClaw Creator Workshop • Skills Bazaar", jointly initiated by Jinse Finance, Twinkle, Shuan Academy and Zhipu, was successfully held at Vanke Times Center in Beijing.

A UK High Court judge has ruled that a husband has a “very high probability” of success in his claim that his estranged wife stole 2,323 Bitcoin worth $176 million from his Trezor hardware wallet by secretly filming his seed phrase with a security camera.

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