Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem has indicated that the central bank may consider raising interest rates if there are signs that rising energy prices could lead to sustained inflation. According to Jin10, Macklem emphasized the importance of monitoring energy prices closely, as they play a significant role in influencing inflation trends. The Bank of Canada remains vigilant in its efforts to maintain price stability and is prepared to adjust monetary policy as necessary to address inflationary pressures. This statement comes amid global concerns over energy costs and their impact on economic recovery.

On Mar 18, 2026, 15:02 PM(UTC). According to Binance Market Data, Bitcoin has dropped below 71,000 USDT and is now trading at 70,964.21875 USDT, with a narrowed 4.98% decrease in 24 hours.

Bitcoin's hash rate has decreased by approximately 8% over the past week, reaching around 920 EH/s. According to NS3.AI, this decline is attributed to the ongoing conflict with Iran, which has driven up energy prices, thereby exerting additional pressure on miners. The network is anticipated to experience an approximate 8% downward difficulty adjustment, marking the second-largest negative adjustment in the past five years. Rising competition, low transaction fees, and bitcoin price volatility are further compressing miner margins, leading to increased bitcoin sales to sustain operations.

The traditional process for entering America's key stock indexes, which typically involves going public, establishing credibility, and waiting for inclusion, may soon undergo significant changes. Bloomberg posted on X that the three firms responsible for these benchmarks are contemplating adjustments to accommodate potential trillion-dollar initial public offerings (IPOs) from companies like SpaceX, OpenAI, and Anthropic. This consideration reflects the evolving landscape of the stock market, where high-value IPOs are becoming increasingly common. The potential rule changes aim to ensure that these influential companies can be integrated into the indexes more swiftly, reflecting their substantial market impact. As these discussions progress, the implications for investors and the broader market remain a focal point of interest.

Canada's population experienced another decline in the fourth quarter, driven by a decrease in the number of non-permanent residents. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting the ongoing trend of population reduction. The decline is attributed to various factors affecting non-permanent residents, including changes in immigration policies and economic conditions. This trend raises concerns about the potential impact on Canada's labor market and economic growth. The government is expected to address these issues to stabilize the population and support economic development.

On Mar 18, 2026, 14:55 PM(UTC). According to Binance Market Data, BNB has dropped below 650 USDT and is now trading at 649.599976 USDT, with a narrowed 2.98% decrease in 24 hours.

U.S. President Donald Trump's administration is focused on dismantling Iran's missile and nuclear programs, as well as its naval capabilities and funding sources for its proxies. According to Jin10, this strategic objective aims to curb Iran's influence and military capabilities in the region. The administration's approach reflects ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Iran, with efforts concentrated on limiting Iran's ability to project power and support allied groups. This development comes amid broader geopolitical dynamics and the U.S.'s continued emphasis on countering perceived threats from Iran.

Odaily星球日报讯 受中东冲突导致油价上涨影响，比特币算力出现明显下跌，给矿工和整体市场带来压力。过去一周，网络算力下降约8%，至920 EH/s，暗示可能进入新一轮矿工减持阶段（capitulation），通常伴随价格下行压力。当前比特币价格低于72,000美元，较周一高点下跌约5%。网络预计将进行约8%的算力难度下调，为过去五年第二大负向调整。此前2月中旬，比特币也经历过历史性大幅难度下调，显示矿业活动波动剧烈。分析指出，矿工面临的压力源于竞争加剧、交易费持续偏低以及比特币价格波动，导致利润空间被压缩。许多上市矿企开始多元化布局，包括 AI 与高性能计算，同时增加比特币出售以维持运营，这也对比特币价格形成一定阻力。（CoinDesk）

A transfer of 47.09 BTC, valued at approximately $3.37 million, was made from Cumberland DRW to an anonymous address starting with 1JaLcW at 22:33. According to ChainCatcher, this transaction was recorded by Arkham data.

美国华尔街和硅谷，都热烈讨论着一个话题：AI是否会吞噬SaaS？或者摧毁SaaS的商业模式和估值。

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3月17日，美国证券交易委员会发布一项解释文件，阐明了联邦证券法如何适用于特定的加密资产及其相关交易。

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