Hungarian opposition leader Peter Magyar organized rallies in several towns hosting contentious battery plants, aiming to garner support ahead of a crucial election. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting the significance of these rallies as Magyar seeks to challenge the current administration's policies on industrial development. The battery plants have been a point of contention, with local communities expressing concerns over environmental impacts and economic implications. Magyar's campaign focuses on addressing these issues and advocating for sustainable development practices. The upcoming election is seen as pivotal for Hungary's future direction, with the opposition leader emphasizing the need for change in the country's approach to industrial projects.

According to on-chain analyst Ember, a whale/institution withdrew 348.3 BTC from Binance. In the past 9 days, he has accumulated a total of 1,720.2 BTC (US$120 million) through Binance, at an average price of US$69,527.

Citigroup has increased its quarterly forecast for Brent crude, projecting that the oil benchmark could reach between $80 and $100 in the short term. According to NS3.AI, this adjustment is attributed to the escalating conflict in Iran, which is contributing to market volatility and uncertainty. The ongoing tensions in the region are expected to impact oil prices significantly, as geopolitical factors play a crucial role in shaping market dynamics.

A significant transaction has been reported in the cryptocurrency market, involving a crypto whale who deposited 3.6 million USDC into the Hyperliquid platform. According to NS3.AI, the individual used these funds to open a 20x leveraged short position on crude oil. This move is seen as a substantial bearish bet on the oil market, executed through the Hyperliquid derivatives platform.

Humanoid Robotics is forecasting significant commercial applications for its multi-purpose robots within the year. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting insights from Humanoid CTO Jarad Cannon, who described the demand for these robots as "off the charts." The company is optimistic about the potential for these robots to be utilized in various industries, marking a pivotal moment in robotics technology.

Romanian President has announced that Romania will back all legitimate measures aimed at lifting the blockade on European Union aid to Ukraine. According to Jin10, this statement underscores Romania's commitment to supporting Ukraine amidst ongoing geopolitical tensions. The move is seen as part of broader efforts to ensure that EU assistance reaches Ukraine, which has been facing significant challenges. Romania's stance aligns with the EU's strategic interests in the region, emphasizing the importance of solidarity and support for Ukraine in its current situation.

Vitalik Buterin recently shared insights on the X platform, emphasizing that Ethereum's fundamental value lies not in its smart contract or payment functionalities, but as a public 'bulletin board' supporting data availability for cryptographic protocols. According to Odaily, Buterin noted that many cryptographic protocols, such as secure online voting, software version control, and certificate revocation, require a public data space. Ethereum's upgraded PeerDAS mechanism can enhance data availability by 2.3 times, with potential for further improvement by 10 to 100 times. Buterin also highlighted Ethereum's role in payments, Sybil attack resistance, and smart contract security deposits, positioning it as a core component of a decentralized, private, and secure open-source technology stack. He described Ethereum as a 'global shared memory,' with low fees and scalability improvements expected to drive its application in DeFi and other potential scenarios.

The commander of the Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy stated that, in response to the Supreme Leader's instructions, they will adhere to the strategy of closing the Strait of Hormuz. (Jinshi)

Circle's EURC stablecoin is at the forefront of the €1.06 billion euro stablecoin market. According to NS3.AI, this segment represents a mere 0.35% of the total DeFi stablecoin supply. Over the past year, EUR stablecoin swaps amounted to $3.17 billion, in stark contrast to the $3.20 trillion swapped for USD stablecoins, highlighting the limited euro liquidity within the DeFi space.

Cryptocurrency's foundational promise of decentralized, sovereign ownership faces challenges as funds held on centralized exchanges have been lost over the years. According to Cointelegraph, users have learned the hard lesson: Not your keys, not your coins. Cointelegraph Research's latest report, produced in collaboration with Trezor, the original hardware wallet, titled 'The Future of Self-Custody: Turning Ownership Into Security,' explores how this realization has reshaped investor behavior. The report draws on survey responses, post-mortem analyses of exchange failures, and a breakdown of modern wallet architectures to explain why self-custody should be a defining topic for crypto security in 2026. Survey data reveals a significant decline in trust towards centralized exchanges. A majority of respondents express less trust in exchanges compared to a year earlier, with the memory of the FTX collapse serving as a key psychological driver. Even regulatory frameworks like MiCA, which enhance custodial oversight, do not change the fundamental dynamic. Users increasingly acknowledge that custodial access can be restricted or withdrawn by external decisions. Consequently, migration into self-custody has become a form of risk management. Once assets are moved into self-custody, security relies on the user's operational discipline rather than institutional controls. The survey indicates that most users adopt a simple architecture, yet many still misunderstand that while hardware wallets significantly reduce the risk of remote compromise, they do not eliminate losses caused by user error. The report shifts focus from device choice to behavior, emphasizing how transactions are verified, how recovery material is stored, and how users model real-world threats. The central conclusion is that turning ownership into security is not achieved through regulation, branding, or devices alone. It is a behavioral practice that relies on disciplined use of devices and an accurate understanding of what custody does and does not protect against. Understanding the importance of self-custody is crucial for navigating the evolving landscape of cryptocurrency security.

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AI has entered a self-improvement phase, and humanoid robots are about to enter mass production. While the economy after the AI ​​"singularity" is difficult to predict, he is betting on deflation and "money becoming less important."

OpenClaw, nicknamed "Lobster," quickly gained popularity due to its powerful features, becoming a new tool for many to improve their daily work efficiency.

Hackers hijacked the Bonk.fun website and deployed a fake prompt that can drain connected crypto wallets. Only users who interacted with the malicious message during the attack were affected, while losses so far are reported as minimal.

New Zealand’s financial regulator has ruled that the New Zealand dollar-pegged stablecoin NZDD does not qualify as a financial product, a move that could provide greater regulatory clarity for stablecoins operating in the country.