Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has accused Zondacrypto of financially supporting political opponents and attempting to influence Poland's cryptocurrency legislation. According to NS3.AI, Tusk claims that the company is connected to funds associated with the Russian mafia and may have links to Russian intelligence agencies. The controversy revolves around a legislative bill intended to align Poland with the European Union's Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) framework. This bill has faced significant hurdles, including a presidential veto and a failed attempt to override the veto in December.

US President Trump posted on social media, stating, "The United States will receive all the nuclear 'dust' (i.e., nuclear material) produced by our great B-2 bombers—without any monetary transaction in any form or manner. This deal is also unrelated to Lebanon, but the United States will work alone with Lebanon to properly handle the Hezbollah situation. Israel will no longer bomb Lebanon; they are prohibited from doing so by the United States." Trump used the term "nuclear dust" to refer to highly enriched uranium. Trump's statement praised the United States for destroying Iran's nuclear program through its powerful military force (B-2 bombers). It is believed that this highly enriched uranium was buried deep underground after the US military strikes on the Fordow and Natanz nuclear facilities last June. This nuclear material has remained in Iranian control and has consistently been a significant source of tension between the Trump administration and Tehran. (Jinshi)

Iran has reopened the Strait of Hormuz for commercial vessels amid a ceasefire, leading to a significant drop in Brent crude prices by 6.84% to approximately $92. According to NS3.AI, access to the strait is restricted to routes coordinated by Iran’s Ports and Maritime Organisation and is valid only for the duration of the truce. Concurrently, U.S. crude prices decreased by 7.04%, while Bitcoin experienced a rise of 1.59%, and the S&P 500 saw a slight increase of 0.07%. The current US-Iran ceasefire is set to expire on April 21, and any breach of the Lebanon truce could result in the closure of the strait once again.

iPhone shipments to China increased by 20% in the first quarter of 2026, according to Counterpoint Research. The report also highlighted a rise in iPhone consumption in India, reaching 9% in 2026. Additionally, Knockout Stocks has issued a bullish price target for AAPL, reflecting positive market sentiment.

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that Israel will cease its bombing operations in Lebanon. According to Odaily, Trump also stated that the United States will eliminate all nuclear 'ashes.'

Israel's Home Front Command announced on April 17 that wartime restrictions across the country have largely been lifted as the ceasefire with Lebanon and Iran continues. According to BlockBeats, this marks the first nationwide removal of most wartime restrictions since the joint U.S.-Israel airstrike on Iran on February 28. The statement from the Home Front Command indicated that gathering restrictions have been fully lifted nationwide, except in areas near the Lebanon border, where a limit of 1,000 people remains in place until 8 p.m. on Saturday, April 18. The military also noted that from 8 p.m. on Saturday, restrictions on gatherings in the Lebanon border area will also be lifted. Additionally, schools and workplaces across the country will return to normal operations. This is the first time in 48 days that all restrictions have been essentially lifted.

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk stated that a crypto company linked to "Russian mafia and intelligence agencies" is funding political opponents and influencing domestic crypto regulatory legislation. During Friday's parliamentary vote, Tusk pointed out that some Polish politicians are obstructing crypto regulatory legislation for the benefit of a company called Zondacrypto, which is accused of providing "financial support" to politicians and having ties to Russia. Tusk further claimed that the company sponsored the CPAC (Conservative Political Action Conference) event held in Poland last year, when former US Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem publicly endorsed President Karol Nawrocki's campaign. Tusk stated bluntly that the company's funding sources involve not only "funds related to the Russian mafia (Bratva)" but also potentially Russian intelligence agencies. Meanwhile, President Nawrocki won the election last June, with his campaign receiving support from former US President Donald Trump. The presidential office responded that it is not against crypto regulation itself, but opposes the government's proposed "flawed regulatory model." This controversy arises from the political tug-of-war in Poland surrounding the crypto regulatory bill. The bill aims to align with the EU's MiCA (Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation) framework, but the regulatory process has been hampered by the president's previous veto of the bill and his subsequent blocking of parliament's overturning of the veto in December. (The Block)

The distinction between investing and gambling has long been ambiguous, and recent trends have made it easier for investors to unknowingly cross this line. Wall Street Journal (Markets) posted on X, highlighting how the rise of online trading platforms and the gamification of investing have contributed to this phenomenon. These platforms often encourage frequent trading and speculative behavior, blurring the traditional boundaries between calculated investment strategies and gambling-like activities. The accessibility of financial markets through apps and digital platforms has democratized investing, allowing more individuals to participate. However, this ease of access also increases the risk of impulsive decisions driven by market volatility and the allure of quick profits. The article emphasizes the importance of investor education and awareness to distinguish between informed investment choices and speculative gambling. As the financial landscape continues to evolve, the need for clear guidelines and investor protection becomes increasingly crucial. Understanding the risks and maintaining a disciplined approach can help investors navigate the fine line between investing and gambling.

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Trump stated that Israel will no longer bomb Lebanon and that the United States will clean up all nuclear "ashes." (Jinshi)

Iran announced that the Strait of Hormuz would be open for the remainder of the ceasefire, but industry stakeholders remain cautious. A senior Iranian military official stated that merchant ships could pass through the Strait of Hormuz along designated routes with permission from the Revolutionary Guard Navy. German shipping company Hapag-Lloyd stated that it would temporarily refrain from transiting the strait while assessing the announcement. A spokesperson for the company stated in an emailed statement: “We are now beginning to assess the new situation and the risks involved. Therefore, we will remain temporarily refraining from transiting the strait.” The CEO of the Norwegian Shipowners' Association stated, “The situation in the Strait of Hormuz remains unresolved, with several unresolved uncertainties, including the presence of mines, Iran's applicable conditions, and issues related to actual implementation. These aspects need to be clarified before assessing any transit.” The President of Finland welcomed Iran's announcement regarding the opening of the Strait of Hormuz. However, a lasting solution requires diplomatic means. The Swedish Prime Minister stated that Sweden is prepared to ensure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz after a permanent ceasefire is achieved. EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Karas stated that the Strait of Hormuz must remain open and free of charge. Iran must abandon any plans to impose transit fees. (Jinshi)

After Binance announced its crackdown on active market makers at the end of March, active market makers began to take action.

Overall, although a few strong altcoins amplified the market effect, most assets are still in a liquidity vacuum.

Bitcoin successfully broke out of the $62.8k–$72.6k range, briefly touching the $74k mark. This breakout strategically signifies that the market has moved from a geopolitically induced "forced deleveraging" phase to an "initial stabilization period."

Discussions surrounding stablecoins have long focused on one question: who will issue the next dominant stablecoin?

A group of Drift Protocol investors are seeking to bring stablecoin issuer Circle to court, blaming the company for its inaction following the Drift Protocol hack.

OpenAI has paused its Stargate UK data centre plan, saying energy costs and regulation were the main reasons. The UK AI minister disputes this, saying conditions have not changed and pointing instead to OpenAI’s financial pressures.

The most valuable thing in the future will be the oldest thing. It's not computing power. It's not data. It's not models. It's when one person says "I believe in you" to another, and that promise is truly fulfilled.

A Brazilian cybersecurity researcher has raised alarm bells, warning others about counterfeit ledger devices that has been planted by scammers in the Chinese market in the attempt to steal users' crypto.

Exchanges are replacing traditional venture capital (VC) firms, gradually gaining control over initial public offerings (IPOs), pricing power, and liquidity. Exchanges are eroding the informational, investment, and lock-up advantages of traditional VCs, and arbitrage opportunities for VCs are being continuously squeezed.