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U.S. Secretary of State Rubio recently addressed the media following a meeting with G7 foreign ministers in Paris, stating that the military action against Iran is expected to conclude within weeks rather than months. According to Ming Pao, Rubio emphasized that the objectives of the conflict could be achieved without deploying ground forces. U.S. media outlet Axios reported that Rubio informed the G7 foreign ministers that the war might last an additional two to four weeks, which is slightly longer than the initial four to six weeks announced by U.S. President Donald Trump at the onset of the conflict. Rubio also urged G7 member countries to participate in ensuring the free passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz after the conflict.

Senator Elizabeth Warren has requested the U.S. Commerce Department to provide records related to Bitmain, focusing on any measures taken concerning potential national security issues. According to NS3.AI, the inquiry also brings attention to connections with the Trump family following American Bitcoin's purchase of 16,000 Bitmain rigs for $314 million in August 2025.

Washington state has initiated legal action against Kalshi, accusing the prediction market operator of breaching state gambling regulations with its offerings. According to NS3.AI, Kalshi has responded by transferring the case to federal court, asserting that similar legal matters are currently under litigation in other jurisdictions. Earlier this month, a Nevada judge imposed a temporary 14-day ban on Kalshi's operations within the state.

Yesterday marked the one-year anniversary of the Myanmar earthquake, which had significant impacts in Thailand. According to Ming Pao, the only building affected in Thailand was the under-construction National Audit Office in Bangkok. Despite the disaster resulting in 93 fatalities, 3 missing persons, and losses exceeding 20 billion Thai baht, no officials have been held accountable to date.

Global markets have experienced significant volatility over the past week due to geopolitical tensions and shifts in monetary policy. According to BlockBeats, the confrontation between the United States and Iran has entered a phase of military pressure combined with diplomatic maneuvering. This has led to restricted passage through the Strait of Hormuz, driving oil prices back to high levels and significantly raising global inflation expectations.In this context, the Federal Reserve's policy outlook has undergone a critical shift. Several officials have signaled a hawkish stance, prompting the market to quickly move from betting on rate cuts this year to maintaining high interest rates for a longer period, even considering the possibility of further rate hikes. The U.S. dollar index has climbed back above 100, and U.S. Treasury yields have risen, indicating a tightening of global liquidity expectations.Asset performance has varied significantly: gold has remained volatile at high levels, while oil has emerged as the strongest asset. U.S. stocks have faced downward pressure, with all three major indices posting weekly losses, led by declines in technology stocks. In the foreign exchange market, the Japanese yen has continued to weaken, approaching a critical intervention range, while non-U.S. currencies have generally been under pressure.Meanwhile, significant changes have occurred in global policy and capital flows. Japan has released large amounts of strategic petroleum reserves and is considering intervening in oil prices through the futures market. Singapore is accelerating its efforts to establish itself as a gold trading hub, and Turkey is heavily utilizing its gold reserves to address liquidity pressures.Overall, the market has entered a high-volatility cycle driven by geopolitical conflicts, inflation, monetary policy repricing, and asset revaluation. In the short term, the main focus remains on developments in the Middle East and the policy paths of global central banks.

A notorious figure from South Korea's military dictatorship era, known for his brutal treatment of social activists, has died. According to Ming Pao, Lee Geun-an, often referred to as a 'torture expert,' passed away last Wednesday at a nursing home in Seoul. He was 88 years old.

Circle has recently unfrozen ckUSDC (Dfinity Bridge) and two other hot wallets starting with 0x00e, according to Foresight News. Blockchain investigator ZachXBT reported this development on social media, noting that five out of the 16 hot wallets he previously mentioned have now been unfrozen. ZachXBT also indicated that once a civil case in New York is unsealed, he plans to publicly identify the plaintiff, experts, and all other involved parties.

The United States has been working on a new strategic layout in the Middle East, but progress has been limited due to regional instability. According to Ming Pao, the ongoing conflict in Iran has left the timeline for resolution uncertain. Scholars are questioning whether Gulf countries will remain interested in cooperating with U.S. President Donald Trump's administration following the conflict.

Trader Eugene has announced that he has exited all his positions due to stop-loss triggers. According to Odaily, Eugene noted that the recent trades did not yield the expected returns and highlighted that the market environment in 2026 is more challenging compared to 2025. Moving forward, Eugene plans to reduce trading frequency and exercise greater patience.

Morgan Stanley has proposed a 14-basis-point fee for its spot bitcoin ETF, as outlined in an amended S-1 filing. According to NS3.AI, this fee is lower than the typical 15–25 basis point range charged by similar funds. The filing follows a listing notice from the New York Stock Exchange for MSBT, indicating that the product could commence trading swiftly upon regulatory approval. If approved, this would mark the first spot bitcoin ETF issued directly by a major U.S. bank.

The United States and Israel are experiencing significant ammunition shortages as their conflict with Iran enters its second month. According to Ming Pao, U.S. media reported on the 27th that the U.S. military has already used 850 Tomahawk cruise missiles, raising concerns among Pentagon officials about the rapid depletion and prompting discussions on how to increase supply.

Israel is also rationing its use of advanced Arrow missiles to preserve its top-tier defense capabilities. However, the country has resorted to using the upgraded but less reliable David's Sling air defense missiles. This shift in strategy has led to vulnerabilities, as demonstrated by two Iranian ballistic missiles striking towns in southern Israel.

Yemen's Houthi forces, a member of Iran's 'Axis of Resistance,' confirmed yesterday that they launched their first attack on Israel in support of Iran. According to Ming Pao, this marks the first assault on Israel since the U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran began a month ago. The Houthis had previously outlined three conditions for potentially joining the conflict, and their missile launch signifies their formal entry into the ongoing Middle East conflict. This development raises concerns about further escalation in the region, potentially threatening oil exports and the security of shipping routes in the Red Sea area.

xStocks has partnered with Fundrise to introduce the newly public Fundrise Innovation Fund on-chain via VCXx. According to NS3.AI, this development comes as tokenized stocks surpassed $1 billion in total on-chain value earlier this month. VCXx is anticipated to go live shortly, while Fundrise shares concluded the week at $173 following a short-seller report.

Gold has traditionally been a preferred safe-haven asset, but recent global events have seen its value decline. According to Ming Pao, despite the ongoing conflict between the United States and Israel against Iran, gold prices have dropped approximately 15% over the past month. Analysts suggest that prior to the conflict, gold prices had already reached inflated levels, diminishing its effectiveness as a hedge.

The recent withdrawal of speculators has contributed to the price correction. Additionally, rising bond yields have attracted capital away from gold. Several central banks have also been selling portions of their gold reserves to combat inflation driven by soaring oil import prices. Industry experts believe that gold prices may only stabilize and recover once they return to fundamental levels.

The recent U.S. airstrike on Iran's nuclear facilities has heightened concerns about the possibility of a prolonged period of high oil prices, which could impact the global economy and delay interest rate cuts. According to Ming Pao, the market's expectations for a short-term ceasefire have diminished, leading investors to sell off U.S. stocks ahead of the weekend. The CBOE Volatility Index (VIX), often referred to as the 'fear index,' closed at 31.05, marking its highest level since April last year when the U.S. announced 'reciprocal tariffs.'

The Nasdaq closed at 20,948 points, down 2.15%, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 1.73% to 45,166 points. Both indices have retreated more than 10% from their recent highs, entering correction territory. Analysts suggest that if oil prices remain at $100 per barrel over the next three months, it could significantly affect prices and household spending, putting further downward pressure on U.S. stocks, potentially leading to an additional 10% decline.

U.S. President Donald Trump's administration is reportedly attempting to gather FBI files from a decade ago concerning Representative Eric Swalwell, a Democratic candidate for governor of California. New York Times posted on X, highlighting the urgency with which Trump officials are pursuing these documents. The move has raised questions about the motivations behind the request and its potential impact on Swalwell's gubernatorial campaign. The situation underscores the ongoing political tensions and the strategic maneuvers within the U.S. political landscape.

Tehran was subjected to intense airstrikes early on March 28, according to CCTV International News. According to BlockBeats, the attacks, carried out by U.S. and Israeli forces, are considered the largest in recent times. Despite widespread media attention on the 'Iran-U.S. negotiations,' Iran has yet to release any official information regarding the talks.

Recent military actions by the Iranian Revolutionary Guard and today's large-scale airstrikes on Tehran indicate no signs of easing tensions among the involved parties.

Additionally, Mehr News Agency reported that Iran University of Science and Technology in Tehran was targeted in the airstrikes early on March 28.

Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) has made a significant investment in Polymarket, committing $600 million to the platform. According to BWEnews, this move marks a substantial endorsement of Polymarket, a decentralized prediction market platform. The investment is expected to enhance Polymarket's capabilities and expand its market reach. ICE's involvement is seen as a strategic step to integrate more innovative financial technologies into its portfolio. This development highlights the growing interest in decentralized platforms within the financial industry.

XRP has experienced a rebound of approximately 3% from its March 27 low of $1.31, reaching the $1.35 area. According to NS3.AI, this movement may be forming a bear flag pattern. A 12-hour close below $1.35 would support the bearish setup, while a move above $1.60 would invalidate it.

Three journalists were killed in an Israeli attack on a media vehicle in southern Lebanon, according to Lebanese media reports. According to RTHK, one of the deceased was a journalist from Al-Manar TV, operated by Hezbollah, while the other two were from a different media organization. The Israeli military admitted to killing the Al-Manar TV journalist, accusing him of being a Hezbollah member disguised as a journalist.

This incident marks the second time since the outbreak of hostilities that Israel has been accused of targeting journalists in Lebanon. Lebanese President Michel Aoun condemned the attack as a blatant crime, stating it violated international laws that protect journalists during wartime. The Committee to Protect Journalists also condemned the attack, emphasizing that journalists, regardless of their media affiliation, should not be considered legitimate targets.

The P2P.me team has publicly acknowledged that the Polymarket betting account identified as 'P2P Team' belongs to them and has issued an apology for the betting incident. According to PANews, the team admitted to placing a bet using foundation funds ten days before their fundraising launch, wagering on their ability to raise over $6 million. At that time, they only had a verbal commitment of $3 million from Multicoin, with no signed term sheets or allocation guarantees. Ultimately, they raised $5.2 million, all from independent external investors.

P2P.me conceded that trading on outcomes they could influence undermines trust. They explained that naming the account 'P2P Team' was intended to convey presence and transparency to the community, though they acknowledged that intention did not translate into action. They admitted that failing to disclose information was a mistake and accepted criticism regarding their silence.

The team stated that profits from the prediction market positions would be reinvested into the project's MetaDAO treasury. They plan to liquidate all positions within the next few hours and are developing a formal company policy on future prediction market trading.

A migrant boat has been confirmed adrift near Crete, Greece, resulting in the deaths of over 20 people. According to RTHK, the Greek Coast Guard reported that survivors indicated the vessel departed from Libya on the 21st of this month and became lost at sea. Due to a lack of food and water, 22 individuals died, and their bodies were cast into the sea.

The Coast Guard also noted that the boat had sent a distress signal near Crete last Thursday. They managed to rescue 26 people, among whom two South Sudanese men were arrested on suspicion of human trafficking.

In recent years, Greece has become a primary entry point for refugees and illegal migrants from the Middle East and Africa seeking to enter the European Union. The surrounding waters frequently witness tragic incidents of migrant boats sinking, leading to loss of life.

Wintermute has unveiled a new crude oil CFD offering that operates around the clock, allowing clients to use fiat or cryptocurrency as collateral and engage in trading through OTC channels. According to NS3.AI, this development reflects a growing demand for oil exposure outside traditional trading hours. In March, an oil-linked perpetual on Hyperliquid achieved over $1.2 billion in 24-hour trading volume, highlighting the increasing interest in extended trading hours and tokenized market access within the financial sector.

Brazil has enacted a new law aimed at combating organized crime by allowing authorities to confiscate and sell assets, including cryptocurrency. According to NS3.AI, the legislation permits informants to receive up to 5% of the recovered assets. The proceeds from these sales are designated for funding police equipment, training, and special operations. Additionally, assets linked to drug trafficking will be allocated to the federal anti-drug policy fund. The law also increases penalties for violent criminal organizations, paramilitary groups, and private militias.

Analyst Javon Marks has projected a substantial recovery for Shiba Inu (SHIB) and Dogecoin (DOGE) following a recent market pullback. According to NS3.AI, Marks anticipates a 400% increase in SHIB's value, reaching $0.000035, and a nearly 500% rally for DOGE. The article highlights that ChatGPT favors Shiba Inu due to its utility and burn mechanics, while Dogecoin is seen as a quicker, sentiment-driven trade.

According to Jin10, Business Insider reports that the last remaining member of the initial co-founding team at Elon Musk's xAI, Ross Nordeen, has left the company. Nordeen, one of the 11 original co-founders alongside Musk, departed this week. His employee identification on the X platform, which previously indicated his affiliation with xAI, has also been removed. Nordeen, aged 36, worked directly under Musk, serving as a key assistant responsible for coordinating internal priorities and driving task execution within the company. His departure comes as Musk is restructuring xAI and preparing for a major initial public offering of his rocket company, SpaceX.

World Foundation announced that its subsidiary, World Assets, Ltd., has completed over-the-counter sales totaling $65 million with four counterparties over the past week. According to Foresight News, the first transaction is set to settle on March 20, 2026. The average sale price was approximately $0.2719 per token, with $25 million worth of tokens subject to a six-month lock-up period. The proceeds from these sales will be allocated to core operations, research and development, Orb manufacturing, and ecosystem development. Settlement transactions will be conducted through World Assets' multi-signature address starting with 0xE797.

Google is set to support a Texas data center project leased to Anthropic, with the initial phase potentially surpassing $5 billion, according to a report. According to NS3.AI, this development comes as a U.S. federal judge has temporarily blocked the Pentagon from designating Anthropic as a national security risk, thereby preventing the halt of government use of its AI tools.

Michael Saylor, founder and executive chairman of Bitcoin treasury firm Strategy, recently expressed a bullish sentiment on social media. According to PANews, Saylor stated, "It's time to put the laser eyes back on," signaling optimism for Bitcoin's future. The "laser eyes" symbol was previously used by the crypto community as a sign of support during bull markets, suggesting Saylor's positive outlook for Bitcoin's market prospects.

Cadence Bank has reached a $5.25 million settlement following a data breach linked to MOVEit, which compromised the personal information of approximately 869,411 individuals. According to NS3.AI, affected customers are eligible to claim up to $2,500 for documented ordinary losses, up to $10,000 for extraordinary losses, or $100 without documentation. The deadline for submitting claims is June 4, 2026. Additionally, Cadence Bank has pledged at least $3.5 million towards enhancing its data security measures.

Canada has introduced Bill C-25 on March 26, aiming to prohibit cryptocurrency donations to political campaigns. According to NS3.AI, the bill mandates that recipients of such contributions have 30 days to return, destroy, or convert them. This legislation applies to political parties, riding associations, candidates, leadership and nomination contestants, as well as third parties involved in election advertising. The proposal seeks to revive the ban initially included in Bill C-65, which was not enacted due to the prorogation of Parliament.

Blockchain sleuth ZachXBT posted on X, questioning Circle's due diligence after the company awarded a developer grant to a project previously caught misrepresenting partnerships. The project, which received the grant, was involved in a controversy in September 2025 for falsely claiming partnerships with the SEC commissioner and two other companies. This incident has raised concerns about Circle's vetting process for grant recipients.

Hightower Holding has reported a data breach that compromised personal records of 131,483 individuals following unauthorized access to its network in early January. According to NS3.AI, the firm revealed that the downloaded files contained sensitive information, including names, Social Security numbers, and driver's license numbers. Hightower identified the breach on March 12, 2026, and subsequently informed the affected individuals on March 23, 2026.

SharpLink has announced the deployment of nearly $3 billion in capital, focusing primarily on Ethereum (ETH) as part of its treasury strategy. According to NS3.AI, the Nasdaq-listed company has identified its key performance indicator as ETH per share. The strategy includes native staking and two-year on-chain deployments, which are generating approximately $1 million in daily revenue.

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has announced that a U.S. F-16 fighter jet was struck during a recent wave of military actions. According to RTHK, the Revolutionary Guard stated that missiles and drones targeted several American and Israeli heavy industrial enterprises in Israel and other locations, causing damage to some facilities. The statement warned that any attacks on Iranian industrial facilities by the U.S. would be met with retaliation.

Additionally, Iran's Fars News Agency reported that the Iranian Intelligence Ministry recently conducted operations across multiple provinces, resulting in the elimination of five separatist terrorists and the capture of 19 American and Israeli mercenaries.

In a separate development, Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, during a conversation with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, expressed concerns over Iran being subjected to military aggression twice despite engaging in dialogue and diplomatic efforts. He highlighted that although U.S. officials have promised not to target Iran's economic and energy infrastructure, these facilities have become targets, leading to increased distrust of the U.S. due to its contradictory actions and statements.

The Federal Reserve Board has permanently banned a Regions Bank employee from working in any banking institution following the theft of $327,500 from a customer. According to NS3.AI, the employee illicitly withdrew $323,500 from the customer's accounts over a period from April 2022 to July 2024 and additionally took $4,000 from the customer's cash box.

Bitgrow Lab founder Vivek Sen has highlighted that Bitcoin's monthly Relative Strength Index (RSI) has entered an extreme oversold zone, a rare occurrence that has happened only four times in the cryptocurrency's history. According to NS3.AI, Sen noted that previous instances of this RSI condition were followed by substantial gains, with increases reaching up to 700%.

Navia Benefit Solutions has reported a security breach that compromised the personal data of 2,697,540 individuals in the United States. According to NS3.AI, the breach occurred between December 22nd and January 15th, during which an unauthorized party accessed sensitive information. The exposed data includes names, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, and contact details. The company is currently addressing the situation and taking steps to enhance its security measures to prevent future incidents.

On March 29, U.S. military personnel, including Marines, have arrived in the Central Command area aboard the amphibious assault ship 'Tripoli.' According to BlockBeats, this deployment marks a strategic positioning within the region. The U.S. Central Command oversees operations in the Middle East and parts of Central Asia, and the arrival of the 'Tripoli' is part of ongoing military activities in these areas.