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A trader has made a significant investment in ASTEROID tokens, purchasing 3.83 billion tokens for $1.13 million over the past 24 hours. According to Odaily, this transaction involved 495 ETH. The move highlights the ongoing interest and activity in the cryptocurrency market.

Gulf nation sources have revealed a shift in U.S.-Iran diplomatic priorities, moving away from reducing Iran's missile program to focusing on uranium enrichment levels. According to Odaily, Tehran's control over the Strait of Hormuz is now implicitly acknowledged. Iranian security officials privately share this perspective, viewing the strait not as an emergency measure but as a long-prepared deterrent tool. The strait is described by sources as an invaluable asset rooted in Iran's geographical position, inseparable from its geopolitical ties. The core of the Hormuz dispute is less about who controls the strait and more about who sets the passage rules, reflecting a broader shift from fixed international norms to power-based rules.

Bitcoin Core has released version 31.0, introducing significant improvements to the Mempool logic. According to Foresight News, this update allows nodes to more accurately assess the overall value of related transactions, aiding in decisions on whether to retain, forward, or package them. While the changes have minimal impact on regular transfer users, those utilizing RBF, CPFP, the Lightning Network, complex wallets, or server-side wallets may notice differences in transaction acceptance or rejection behavior. Additionally, the update enhances private broadcasting capabilities, enabling sendrawtransaction broadcasts via Tor/I2P, which prevents recipients from identifying the transaction initiator's IP address and geographical location.

Hong Kong is in the process of creating legislative proposals to license digital asset trading and custody services, according to Chan Ho-lim. Chan noted that tokenized funds from Hong Kong are already available on Middle Eastern wealth management platforms. Additionally, there has been an increase in client inquiries regarding fund transfers to Hong Kong or the opening of accounts in the city.

A newly created wallet has deposited 10 million USDC into Hyperliquid to initiate a 20x leveraged short position on Brent crude oil, according to NS3.AI. The position currently holds 63,000 BRENTOIL, reflecting a significant bet against the oil market. This move highlights the ongoing interest and activity in leveraging cryptocurrency for traditional asset trading.

The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) has announced plans to support forward-looking research in space computing technology. According to NS3.AI, MIIT aims to promote the orderly development of the space computing industry. Zhang Yunming, a representative from MIIT, stated that the ministry will guide the construction of computing power infrastructure based on demand and enhance China's computing power platform.

Tencent QClaw has initiated its beta testing phase for international markets. According to NS3.AI, Tencent Cloud announced that the product maintains the minimalist design of its domestic version, allowing users to deploy it immediately after downloading without any additional setup.

According to Jin10, former U.S. Deputy Assistant Secretary for Arabian Peninsula Affairs, Daniel Benaim, expressed in an interview with Al Jazeera that the United States may have missed an opportunity to declare victory in its conflict with Iran long ago. He noted that the U.S. is now entangled in a complex military and diplomatic struggle with Iran. Benaim highlighted that the objectives set by the U.S. at the onset of the war with Iran have not been met as expected. He emphasized that the goal of authoritatively curbing Iran's nuclear program could have been partially achieved without resorting to war.

Bank of Korea Governor Shin Hyun-song highlighted the importance of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) in his inaugural address. According to NS3.AI, Shin emphasized the need for the central bank to prepare for a future monetary system influenced by digital financial innovation. He stated that the Bank of Korea plans to expand the use of CBDCs and deposit tokens through the second phase of Project Hangang and collaborations like the Agora Project. Notably, Shin did not mention stablecoins in his address.

South Korea's Kospi index surged by 2.2% to reach a record high of 6,355 on Tuesday morning, before paring some of its gains later in the session. According to NS3.AI, the rise was driven by robust demand for memory chips linked to the expansion of AI infrastructure. Samsung Electronics saw an increase of over 2%, while SK Hynix experienced a jump of 3.86%, setting a new intraday record ahead of its first-quarter earnings report scheduled for April 23. The performance of these major tech companies underscores the growing importance of AI-related technologies in the market.

On April 21, geopolitical tensions began to shape market dynamics, particularly concerning the conditions for ending conflicts. U.S. President Donald Trump has compressed the ceasefire window while maintaining the blockade of the Hormuz Strait as a negotiation tool, transforming energy supply risks into bargaining leverage. However, internal divisions within Iran regarding negotiation stances have hindered the formation of a unified path, leading to sustained geopolitical risk expectations.

According to BlockBeats, the core driving logic of the dollar has shifted from interest rate differentials and safe-haven status to a focus on 'policy credibility and liquidity path' pricing. On one hand, Walsh has released a clear hawkish framework emphasizing independence and inflation control, effectively ruling out aggressive rate cuts in the short term, providing structural support for the dollar. On the other hand, political pressure for rate cuts persists, and the market continues to trade potential paths for 'balance sheet contraction hedging rate cuts,' preventing the dollar from forming a unilateral trend and instead entering a volatile range.

Structurally, the DXY has retreated from its rebound high of approximately 100.5 and is currently oscillating near 98, entering a short-term weak consolidation phase. The 97.4–97.0 range below remains a clear support zone, indicating the market has not fully shifted towards risk appetite but is reassessing whether the dollar still holds safe-haven and interest rate differential advantages. In other words, the dollar is not turning bearish but is in a 'pricing divergence period'—constrained above by policy leadership and rate cut expectations, while supported below by war and inflation.

This dollar structure directly impacts the operational mechanism of the crypto market. Bitcoin is repeatedly testing the 76K level, with 72.5K remaining a key support zone, indicating liquidity redistribution within the range. The dollar's 'non-trend but high volatility' characteristic amplifies Bitcoin's false breakouts and liquidity harvesting behaviors rather than driving a unilateral trend.

The key lies in the dollar's two potential future paths: if the war escalates and energy inflation persists, the Federal Reserve may be forced to maintain high interest rates, strengthening the dollar, making Bitcoin's upper liquidity range (77K–78K) more likely to become a bull trap. Conversely, if negotiations progress and the Hormuz Strait reopens, inflation expectations may fall, leading the market to reprice rate cut paths, weakening the dollar, and enabling Bitcoin to break through high liquidity levels and extend.

In summary, the current market focus has shifted from 'risk events themselves' to 'how the dollar prices these events.' Until the dollar establishes a clear direction, the crypto market will essentially maintain range-bound oscillations, driven by liquidity rather than trend.

Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Limited (CATL), listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange under the ticker 03750.HK, saw its shares rise by 5.69%, reaching a new record high of HKD 742.50. According to Jin10, this marks a continuation of the company's upward trend in the stock market.

According to the announcement from Binance, the platform is set to introduce the Enhanced Binance Alpha 2.0 Limit Order Liquidity Providers Program, effective 2026-04-21. This initiative aims to enhance the trading experience and boost liquidity for Alpha trading pairs. Participants in the program will benefit from a trading volume rebate of 0.001% on eligible tokens, specifically for Alpha Limit Orders. Rebates will be settled hourly in USDC to the funding account, with no cap on daily or monthly payouts. The program also offers 24/7 dedicated support.

Eligibility for the program requires users to enroll in the Enhanced Binance Alpha 2.0 Limit Order Liquidity Providers Program. Those currently in the prior Liquidity Providers Program must submit a new application to participate. To qualify, users must demonstrate an equivalent trading volume of Spot VIP 3 or above on Binance or other exchanges, verified by Binance's VIP team. Additionally, participants must maintain a monthly effective trading volume of at least 3,000,000 USD or equivalent in Alpha 2.0 Limit Orders, aggregated across the master account and all sub-accounts. The first month after enrollment serves as a grace period without volume review, but subsequent months will involve reviews at the start of each calendar month.

Rebate-eligible tokens are refreshed daily by 06:00 (UTC), based on conditions such as having at least 1,000,000 USD in 24-hour limit-order volume and a 4x Alpha Points tag. The rebate calculation method involves multiplying the effective trading volume by 0.001%, with trades against retail users only considered. USDT-denominated trades are converted to USDC at a 1:1 rate for rebate purposes. Binance reserves the right to amend or terminate the program due to various reasons, including changes in laws, technical issues, or extraordinary events.

Hyperliquid platform whales currently hold positions valued at $3.403 billion, according to ChainCatcher. Data from Coinglass reveals that long positions account for $1.735 billion, representing 50.97% of the total holdings, while short positions amount to $1.669 billion, making up 49.03%. The long positions have incurred a loss of $19.8568 million, whereas the short positions have a loss of $4.6888 million.

A notable whale address, 0x0ddf..02, has engaged in a 3x leveraged full short on BTC at a price of $67,992.1, currently facing an unrealized loss of $7.8909 million.

Achieving substantial investment returns, such as tenfold or twentyfold increases, demands more than mere luck. According to PANews, investors must engage in in-depth on-chain data analysis, understand the psychology of project teams, and maintain intense focus to realize such gains.

The Philippine central bank is anticipated to increase its key policy rate to 4.50% within this quarter, according to a Reuters survey. The expectation reflects a median forecast among analysts surveyed, indicating a potential shift in monetary policy to address economic conditions. According to Jin10, the move comes amid ongoing discussions about inflation and economic growth in the region. Analysts are closely monitoring the central bank's actions as they could have significant implications for the country's financial stability and economic outlook.

Institutional adoption in the cryptocurrency sector is transitioning from Bitcoin access to onchain financial infrastructure, according to Galaxy Digital APAC COO John Cahill. According to NS3.AI, this shift is evidenced by over $1 billion flowing into spot Bitcoin ETFs within a single week in April. Cahill highlighted several indicators of this trend, including a stablecoin supply exceeding $300 billion and tokenized real-world assets approaching $30 billion. Additionally, Hong Kong's initiatives in tokenized bonds and licensing are further signs of this evolving landscape.

The U.S. Senate Banking Committee is unlikely to hold a hearing on the crypto market structure bill in April, according to North Carolina Republican Senator Thom Tillis, a key negotiator. According to BlockBeats, the main legislative disagreement centers on the handling of stablecoin rewards. The current draft proposes banning rewards for idle stablecoin accounts while allowing profits from trading activities. Banking representatives are concerned that such profits could lead to a withdrawal of deposits from traditional banks, whereas crypto firms argue that restricting rewards could hinder innovation. Tillis has suggested postponing the committee's review until May.

Previously, Senator Bernie Moreno warned that if the bill is not passed by May, "digital asset legislation will not advance in the foreseeable future."

Liquid Capital founder Yi Lihua recently shared insights on the X platform regarding market trends. According to Odaily, Yi emphasized the importance of focusing on market rebounds rather than reversals, noting that predicting precise points is challenging. He advised investors to manage expectations and employ risk control strategies for profit-taking.

Yi suggested that from a trading and cyclical perspective, another significant market correction might occur, presenting a final opportunity for bottom-fishing. Factors potentially triggering this include a pullback in U.S. stocks from historical highs, a simultaneous decline in risk assets, uncontrolled oil prices, and alarming inflation data that might lead the Federal Reserve to abandon rate cuts or even consider hikes.

Yi remains optimistic about long-term investments but advises caution in managing short-term risks.

On Apr 21, 2026, 02:02 AM(UTC). According to Binance Market Data, BNB has dropped below 630 USDT and is now trading at 629.859985 USDT, with a narrowed narrowed 1.34% increase in 24 hours.