Hong Kong's stock market opened with significant declines, with the Hang Seng Index dropping by 1.93% and the Hang Seng Tech Index falling by 1.9%. According to Jin10, Chifeng Gold (06693.HK) saw a sharp decline of 18.96% at the opening, while Zijin Mining (02899.HK) fell by 5.44%. Recently, Zijin Mining announced that it has gained control over Chifeng Gold, impacting the market sentiment.

The South Korean won–U.S. dollar exchange rate has exceeded 1,510, marking its highest level in over 17 years. According to NS3.AI, this significant depreciation of the won reflects ongoing economic challenges and market volatility. Analysts suggest that factors such as geopolitical tensions and shifts in global trade dynamics are contributing to the currency's decline. The situation is prompting concerns among investors and policymakers about potential impacts on South Korea's economy and trade balance.

According to Jin10, Iranian sources claim that in the early hours of March 23 local time, a medium-wave broadcasting station at the Persian Gulf Center of the Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB) in the southern port city of Bandar Abbas was attacked by U.S. and Israeli forces. The incident resulted in one death and one injury. Despite the attack, the Persian Gulf Center continued its regular programming. The IRIB, established in 1966 and renamed in 1979, oversees 13 radio and 13 television stations.

Global companies are increasingly integrating cryptocurrencies into their financial strategies, transitioning from early adopters to mainstream industry players. According to ChainCatcher, recent data from BBX highlights this trend with several notable investments. HIVE Digital (TSX-V: $HIVE) announced a $100 million fundraising through a private placement. The company plans to allocate a significant portion of these funds to purchasing Bitcoin, alongside supporting green energy upgrades at its Swedish data center, to maintain its "full retention" reserve policy. Japanese e-commerce giant Mercari (TSE: 4385) confirmed the acquisition of 500 Bitcoin. This purchase is intended to serve as a foundational liquidity asset for cross-border settlements on its platform, marking Mercari's entry into the crypto treasury era. Viking Holdings (NYSE: $VIK), a major cruise line company, has approved a $50 million Bitcoin purchase plan. This move aims to leverage Bitcoin's global liquidity to hedge against exchange rate risks associated with multi-currency settlements. Interactive Brokers (NASDAQ: $IBKR) revealed in its latest financial report that it has converted $100 million of its treasury cash into Bitcoin. This decision, distinct from its brokerage services for clients, underscores the brokerage firm's confidence in Bitcoin as a corporate-level asset.

Asian markets experienced significant declines on Monday as the conflict between the United States and Iran entered its fourth week. According to NS3.AI, South Korea's Kospi index dropped by 4.71% as tensions heightened with an approaching deadline in the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude oil prices rose to approximately $112 per barrel, marking an increase of over 55% since the conflict began in late February. Meanwhile, U.S. 10-year Treasury yields climbed to 4.41% as traders adjusted their expectations, moving away from the possibility of a Federal Reserve rate cut. Bitcoin and major altcoins also faced sell-offs alongside equities during these risk-off trading days.

Rune, the founder of MakerDAO and Sky, has initiated new 20x leveraged long positions on gold following a recent drop in its prices. According to NS3.AI, Rune also closed short positions on the S&P 500 index but continues to maintain TWAP buy and sell orders.

据 Ai 姨监测，Venice 创始人 Erik Voorhees 关联地址（0x3e68...Ef2f7）过去 13 小时再次买入 1624 枚 ETH，价值 336 万美元。自 3 月 10 日以来，该地址累计囤积的 ETH 数量增至 121,929.46 枚，总价值 2.49 亿美元，平均成本为 2158.51 美元。根据 strategicethreserve 数据，该持仓规模已超越 Mantle 的 101,870 枚 ETH，升至 ETH 机构持仓第七名。

据 Lookonchain 监测，以太坊开发者 thomasg.eth（@thomasg_eth）低卖高买 ETH。3 月 3 日，其以 1998 美元均价卖出 12131 枚 ETH，价值 2424 万美元。随后在过去一周内，其以 2211 美元均价买回 10209 枚 ETH，价值 2258 万美元。

After nearly four years, the world-renowned boy band BTS is making a comeback with their latest album, 'Arirang.' Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting the band's evolution and the creative process behind their new music. The upcoming global tour promises to offer fans a unique experience, showcasing how BTS has transformed over the years. The band aims to connect with audiences worldwide through innovative performances and fresh musical styles.

U.S. stock markets experienced a decline, with Hong Kong's ADRs dropping by 6 points or 0.02% to 25,271 points. According to Ming Pao, the night futures fell by 525 points or 2.08% to 24,725 points, with a discount of 552 points. U.S. President Donald Trump issued an ultimatum to Iran, demanding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, while Tehran threatened further retaliation. Bond traders have completely abandoned bets on a Federal Reserve rate cut this year, with some predicting a 50% chance of a rate hike by October. Oil prices rose, gold prices fell, and Asian stocks tumbled amid these developments.

比特币是全球对全球流动性最为敏感的资产，因此倘若各国为支撑持续的军事冲突而疯狂印钞，我们理应看好这款加密货币的表现。

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3月17日，万事达卡宣布以 18 亿美元收购 BVNK，其中包含3亿美元的业绩对赌部分。

就在刚刚，南半球那个爱冲浪、爱袋鼠的国家——澳大利亚，突然扔出了一颗“深水炸弹”。

长期以来，无论监管机构或从业人员均存在将代币等同于证券的惯性思维。

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AI 叙事继续发酵，相关个股的近期表现却有的身在盛夏，有的如在寒冬。

自伊朗战争爆发近三周以来市场一直抱持一个令人宽慰的押注：能源供应中断将是短暂的，霍尔木兹海峡将重新开放，美联储的降息周期将如期恢复。过去一周，这个押注彻底崩塌。

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