Microsoft has announced that it is currently investigating a problem impacting several Microsoft 365 services. According to Jin10, the company is working to identify the cause of the disruption and is committed to resolving the issue as quickly as possible. Users of Microsoft 365 may experience difficulties accessing certain services during this time. Microsoft has assured customers that updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

Iran told mediators that its negotiations with the United States in Islamabad depended on a ceasefire agreement in Lebanon and warned that it might change its decision regarding the Strait of Hormuz. It also stated that if Israel continues its attacks on Lebanon and Iran, it will continue its attacks on regional countries, including Israel. (WSJ)

On April 8, a prominent crypto trader known as 'Set 10 Big Goals' (@Jason60704294) shared a straightforward trading strategy. According to BlockBeats, the strategy involves opening short positions when the market rises 5% to 10% without extreme news and opening long positions when it falls by the same percentage. This approach is designed to cover most scenarios, excluding extreme news events and well-known unilateral trends. Earlier today, the trader closed long positions, reportedly earning $12.12 million from a 4x leveraged long position in Bitcoin and $728,000 from a 2x leveraged long position in Ethereum. BlockBeats cautions users about the high risks associated with leveraged contract trading and advises careful management of positions to ensure asset safety.

U.S. crude oil inventories have risen for the seventh consecutive week, marking a significant trend in the energy sector. Wall Street Journal (Markets) posted on X that this increase in stockpiles reflects ongoing shifts in supply and demand dynamics within the oil market. Analysts are closely monitoring these developments as they could influence global oil prices and impact economic forecasts. The consistent rise in stockpiles may be attributed to various factors, including changes in production levels and fluctuations in consumer demand. Industry experts suggest that these trends could have broader implications for energy policy and market strategies. As the situation evolves, stakeholders in the oil industry are assessing potential outcomes and preparing for possible adjustments in operations and pricing strategies. The continued growth in crude oil inventories underscores the complexity of the current energy landscape and the need for strategic planning among market participants.

Whale, sharing his trading experience on platform X, uses the strategy of "setting 10 major targets first": In the absence of extreme news and excluding well-known one-sided market movements, one can short the market when it rises rapidly by 5% to 10% and go long when it falls by 5% to 10%. "Setting 10 major targets first" indicates that this strategy covers the vast majority of situations. Following this discipline guarantees a win rate of at least 6 out of 10 times.

Binance Blog published a new article, highlighting the remarkable growth of Binance's TradFi derivatives market on crypto rails. Within a span of 90 days, Binance has achieved significant milestones, scaling its operations to a $7.6 billion single-day peak in gold trading alone. This surge in activity has positioned Binance within the same liquidity tier as established venues, with silver trading exceeding 20% of COMEX volumes at peak. The continuous, 24/7 trading offered by Binance is reshaping price discovery, allowing global macro assets to trade and reprice beyond the hours of traditional exchanges. The emergence of crypto-native access to TradFi derivatives marks a new category in the financial landscape. Binance has swiftly transitioned from its initial launch to sustained multi-billion dollar trading activity within weeks. The trajectory of this growth is notably steep, with metals trading starting at approximately $1.5 million in daily volume and reaching a peak of $7.6 billion, representing a 5,000x expansion. This growth spans multiple asset classes, including gold, silver, energy markets, and equities, creating a cross-asset environment where users can express macro views through a unified interface. The rapid development underscores a shift in market access, demonstrating how crypto infrastructure is increasingly capable of supporting continuous financial activity at a global scale. The scale and speed of Binance's growth become evident when compared to primary venues used for price discovery in each asset class. At peak daily activity, gold trading reached approximately $7.6 billion, equivalent to 3-8% of COMEX volumes, while silver trading reached approximately $6.4 billion, equivalent to 10-21% of COMEX activity. Oil markets are in earlier stages, with WTI and Brent both around 1% of NYMEX and ICE volumes. In equities, select listings such as CRCL have reached approximately 10–12% of primary exchange activity. These figures reflect single-day peaks, capturing moments of highest engagement. In precious metals, Binance is already comparable to key global liquidity pools, and similar patterns are emerging in energy and equities. Binance's expansion aligns with a shift in global market disposition, where commodities have emerged as the strongest-performing asset class of 2026. Energy markets have experienced significant repricing cycles, with Brent crude rising by approximately 80% year-to-date and WTI increasing by approximately 100%. Large-cap equity benchmarks have trailed, directing increased attention toward commodities and macro-sensitive instruments. Binance's product expansion has coincided with this shift, providing users access to metals and energy markets at a time when these assets have driven global returns, supporting both trading activity and broader adoption. The availability of TradFi assets on crypto rails expands portfolio construction possibilities. Crypto-native portfolios often concentrate exposure within a single asset class, leading to higher correlation during market stress. Assets like gold or oil respond to macroeconomic and geopolitical developments, offering diversification from crypto cycles. Combining digital assets with commodities creates a broader and more flexible portfolio structure, particularly relevant in environments dominated by macro factors. Access to multiple asset classes within a single interface allows users to adjust exposure without leaving the platform. These developments align with the broader expansion of real-world assets (RWAs) on blockchain infrastructure. On-chain RWA value has surpassed $27 billion, with BNB Chain's share reaching $3.4 billion, having grown 35.8% over the last month. Binance's positioning is distinguished by the coexistence of centralized TradFi derivatives and on-chain RWA tokens within a single application. This dual-rail architecture represents an early version of a unified cross-asset platform, allowing users to leverage both CeFi efficiency and DeFi composability within the same portfolio construction workflow. The first 90 days of Binance's TradFi activity suggest that crypto infrastructure can support continuous, multi-asset trading at a globally relevant scale. Precious metals have already reached liquidity tiers comparable to established regional exchanges, while energy and equity products are following a similar adoption curve. As liquidity deepens and additional asset classes come online, Binance's platform may evolve from an alternative venue to a primary access point for global participants who value 24/7 availability, cross-collateralization, and the ability to move between traditional and digital assets within a single environment. The trajectory points toward a broader vision of a cross-asset financial layer where the distinction between traditional and crypto-native markets becomes increasingly blurred.

It was learned on April 8 local time that US President Trump stated that following the two-week ceasefire agreement reached between the US and Iran, face-to-face talks between the two sides in Islamabad, Pakistan, are expected to be held "soon" to push for a long-term agreement. Trump said the talks could take place as early as this week, and the US delegation may include US Middle East envoy Witkov and his son-in-law Kushner, among others. He also indicated that Vice President Vance "may not attend," primarily due to security concerns. (CCTV News)

The Nasdaq 100 Index has seen its gains narrow to 2.5%, after previously rising by as much as 3.5%. According to Jin10, the index's earlier surge was tempered as market dynamics shifted, leading to a reduction in its upward momentum. Investors are closely monitoring the situation to assess potential impacts on their portfolios.

According to Axios: Lebanon is not part of the ceasefire agreement reached between the United States and Iran.

On April 8, gold and silver prices experienced significant fluctuations, according to Jin10. In Shenzhen's Shuibei market, both foot traffic and sales have noticeably declined, with many consumers opting for trade-ins. A merchant noted that transaction volumes are not as high as before, with investment clients purchasing in smaller quantities, typically around 5 to 10 grams. The volatility in gold prices has impacted not only the retail sector but also the wholesale market. A wholesaler mentioned that due to today's significant rise in gold prices, the quantity of goods purchased at the wholesale level has decreased markedly, with overall sales dropping by about one-third compared to the previous day. "Clients are halving their purchase quantities due to the large market fluctuations, fearing sudden drops or spikes. Previously, they would purchase one to two kilograms, but now they are buying in smaller amounts, such as 200 to 500 grams," the wholesaler explained. In the silver market, although prices have rebounded today, the significant previous declines have dampened consumer purchasing interest. A merchant stated, "Silver could sell for 24 yuan per gram before the New Year, but at its lowest point recently, it was around 15 yuan per gram, leading to a sales drop of over 90%."

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