The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) jointly released a new 68-page regulatory guidance on Tuesday, clarifying that most digital assets are not securities and aiming to provide a clearer regulatory framework for the market. SEC Chairman Paul Atkins stated at the DC Blockchain Summit in Washington, D.C., “We are no longer the ‘securities and everything commission.’” He noted that this interpretative guidance will help market participants better understand how federal securities laws apply to crypto assets. The new guidance proposes a classification system for crypto assets, including categories such as stablecoins, digital commodities, and “digital tools,” and states that these assets are generally not considered securities. The document also explains under what circumstances non-securities crypto assets may be considered securities and clarifies the applicability of activities such as mining, staking, and airdrops under securities laws. This regulatory stance contrasts sharply with previous attitudes of U.S. regulators. During the Biden administration, former SEC Chairman Gary Gensler repeatedly stated that most crypto assets were securities and initiated enforcement actions against several crypto companies.

At the DC Blockchain Summit, Amy Oldenburg, Head of Digital Asset Strategy at Morgan Stanley, stated that market adoption of crypto ETFs is still in its very early stages, with financial advisors still evaluating how digital assets can be allocated within traditional portfolios. Oldenburg pointed out that the primary demand currently comes from self-directed investors, rather than accounts managed by financial advisors. She noted that approximately 80% of crypto ETF trading on the Morgan Stanley platform originates from self-directed accounts. Morgan Stanley has allowed clients to purchase Bitcoin ETFs through their brokerage accounts since 2024 and has been gradually expanding product accessibility. Oldenburg stated that this process has been conducted in a “gradual and prudent” manner, as the wealth management industry still needs time to understand this new asset class and explore its role in asset allocation models. With increasing institutional participation, some large financial institutions have begun setting initial crypto asset allocation ranges for their portfolios, typically between 1% and 4%.

Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes filed criminal charges on Tuesday against the prediction market platform Kalshi, accusing it of providing illegal betting services within the state, including allowing users to bet on sports events and election results. In a statement, Mayes said that while Kalshi positions itself as a "prediction market," it is actually operating an illegal gambling business and allowing users to bet on Arizona elections, violating local laws. "No company can decide for itself which laws to comply with," he stated. The prosecution documents show that Kalshi faces a total of 20 criminal charges, including allowing Arizona residents to bet on various events such as professional and college sports, player performance betting, and election results. The charges also include four election betting-related offenses involving the 2028 U.S. presidential election, the 2026 Arizona gubernatorial election, the 2026 Republican gubernatorial primary, and the 2026 secretary of state election. Kalshi stated that the charges are "seriously flawed" and called the attorney general's actions "political." The platform has long argued that its event contracts fall under the purview of the Commodity Exchange Act and should be regulated by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), with federal regulation taking precedence over state law. Currently, Kalshi faces similar regulatory challenges in several states, including Ohio and Tennessee, and the legal debate surrounding whether prediction markets constitute gambling is escalating.

Investment bank TD Cowen suggests that the window for Congress to pass the crypto market structure bill may be longer than the market expects, potentially extending into the August congressional recess, rather than necessarily before the Easter recess. Jaret Seiberg, head of research at TD Cowen in Washington, stated in a report, "There is no reason to believe that the bill must be agreed upon in the coming weeks." He indicated that the Easter recess is not a critical timeframe, and Congress can continue its legislative work before and after the recess. Seiberg also believes that as the primaries conclude, some lawmakers will face less political pressure and may have more room to push for negotiations, increasing the likelihood of an agreement. Currently, the disagreement between the crypto industry and the banking sector regarding stablecoin yields remains the main obstacle to the bill's progress. Banks advocate prohibiting crypto platforms from offering yields on stablecoins to prevent funds from flowing out of the banking system; while some Democratic lawmakers are demanding the inclusion of conflict-of-interest clauses for senior government officials in the bill, a demand reportedly opposed by President Trump. Previously, Trump publicly accused the banking industry of delaying the legislative process and stated that banks should reach an agreement with the crypto industry to push the bill through the Senate. According to TD Cowen, negotiations between the two sides are close to a potential compromise, such as prohibiting payouts for idle stablecoin balances but allowing reward mechanisms based on transaction activity. However, the agency also warned that if control of Congress changes after the 2026 midterm elections, the bill's passage could be delayed until 2027.

Data shows that Hyperliquid's HIP-3 market open interest has reached a record high of $1.43 billion. This metric has grown more than 100 times since the initial HIP-3 markets launched six months ago. Currently, trade.xyz, a trading platform built by Hyperliquid's tokenization division Hyperunit, dominates, contributing approximately 90% of the open interest. The platform's daily trading volume is approximately $22 billion, also accounting for about 90% of overall HIP-3 trading activity. Notably, among the top 30 markets by trading volume on trade.xyz, only 7 are crypto asset trading pairs; the majority of the rest are tokenized traditional assets, including S&P 500, Nasdaq indices, stock futures, and commodity contracts such as gold, silver, and crude oil. Analysts believe that one of the key reasons for the growth of the HIP-3 market is its support for 24/7 trading, enabling traditional assets to break through the time constraints of traditional market trading.

An Iranian attack has reportedly caused damage to a train station in Tel Aviv, according to Jin10. The incident highlights ongoing tensions in the region, with implications for geopolitical stability. Further details on the extent of the damage and any casualties remain unclear at this time.

U.S. President Donald Trump has not yet made a decision in the Republican Senate contest in Texas, despite previously indicating he would intervene. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting the ongoing rivalry between John Cornyn and Ken Paxton, which has been marked by intense competition and significant financial expenditure. Trump's choice is anticipated to have a substantial impact on the race, but his delay leaves the candidates and their supporters in suspense.

Moscow and Beijing are intensifying their collaboration, fostering closer ties among authoritarian states. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting that this alliance is contributing to the global advancement of repression, as revealed by researchers utilizing AI to analyze these activities. The study indicates that the cooperation between these nations is facilitating the spread of authoritarian practices worldwide, raising concerns about the implications for global governance and human rights. The researchers' findings underscore the strategic partnership between Moscow and Beijing, which is seen as a significant factor in the proliferation of authoritarianism. This development is prompting discussions on the potential impact on international relations and the balance of power in global politics.

Berlin Brandenburg Airport is preparing for a total closure on Wednesday due to a scheduled labor strike. Bloomberg posted on X, indicating that the strike is expected to lead to widespread flight cancellations, affecting travel plans for over 50,000 passengers. The strike is part of ongoing labor disputes, with workers demanding better conditions and pay. The airport's management is advising travelers to check their flight status and make alternative arrangements where possible. This disruption highlights the broader challenges faced by the aviation industry in addressing labor concerns while maintaining operational continuity.

Japan's manufacturing confidence has surged to its highest level in over four years, driven by the chemical and petroleum sectors and a recovery in the semiconductor market. According to Jin10, a Reuters Tankan survey revealed that the manufacturing sentiment index rose to 18 in March, marking its highest point since December 2021. The chemical industry confidence index jumped to 21, largely due to increased demand in chip-related sectors. Meanwhile, the petroleum and ceramics industry index climbed to 25, and the transport machinery sector saw its confidence index rise to 36. Despite these gains, challenges remain due to ongoing Middle East conflicts, rising costs, and weak demand, which continue to pressure the outlook. Some sectors lagged behind, with the textile, paper, and pulp industries experiencing a significant drop in confidence from 20 to 11. A manager from a paper and pulp company noted that the U.S.-Iran conflict has led customers to adopt a wait-and-see approach, making future demand difficult to predict. The steel and non-ferrous metals industries remain deeply negative, with a confidence index of -25, attributed mainly to weakening orders for automotive-related steel. In contrast, the non-manufacturing sentiment index held steady at 25 in March.

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