Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held a phone conversation on the 20th, discussing key issues related to U.S. actions in the Hormuz Strait. According to Odaily, Iran informed Russia about its stance on three main topics: the U.S. violation of ceasefire agreements, the illegal maritime blockade of the Hormuz Strait, and the seizure of Iranian container ships. Iran assured Russia that it would do its utmost to ensure the unobstructed passage of Russian ships and goods through the Hormuz Strait. Russia emphasized the importance of maintaining the ceasefire within the parameters initially coordinated and announced by Pakistan, the mediator. The Russian side stressed the need for continued diplomatic efforts to prevent the situation from escalating out of control and to avoid the recurrence of armed conflict. Russia reiterated its willingness to assist Iran in reaching mutually acceptable agreements with Gulf Arab countries.

According to the Russian Foreign Ministry on the 20th, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and Iranian Foreign Minister Araqchi held a telephone conversation that day. The Iranian side briefed the Russian side on its position regarding three issues: the US violation of the ceasefire, the illegal maritime blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, and the seizure of an Iranian container ship. Iran confirmed that it would do everything possible to ensure the unimpeded passage of Russian ships and cargo through the Strait of Hormuz. The Russian side emphasized that the ceasefire must be maintained and that it should be observed within the parameters initially coordinated and announced by Pakistan, the mediator. The Russian side stated that diplomatic efforts must continue to prevent the situation from escalating out of control and to avoid a recurrence of armed confrontation. Russia reiterated its willingness to assist Iran and the Gulf Arab states in reaching a mutually acceptable agreement.

According to Pump.fun Ecosystem, Pump.fun purchased approximately $6.5 million worth of PUMP over the past 7 days. Data shows that its cumulative purchases have reached approximately $363 million, corresponding to approximately 34.96% of the circulating supply.

U.S. President Donald Trump's social media activity and public statements have been linked to significant fluctuations in bitcoin prices. According to CoinDesk, these communications have caused bitcoin to experience swings ranging from 5% to 12%. This phenomenon highlights the complex interplay between political discourse and market dynamics, raising questions about the influence of political figures on financial markets. The impact of Trump's statements on bitcoin underscores the sensitivity of cryptocurrency markets to external factors, particularly those involving high-profile individuals. As the lines between policy and market manipulation become increasingly blurred, investors and analysts are paying closer attention to the potential ramifications of political rhetoric on digital asset valuations. This situation illustrates the broader challenges faced by the cryptocurrency market, where volatility can be driven by a variety of unpredictable influences, including social media activity and public commentary from influential figures.

Fed Chair nominee Kevin Warsh has expressed a strong commitment to preserving the Federal Reserve's independence in handling interest rate matters. According to NS3.AI, Warsh emphasized the importance of maintaining a non-partisan stance to ensure that monetary policy decisions are made based on economic data and analysis rather than political influence. His nomination comes at a time when the Fed's role in managing interest rates is under scrutiny, and Warsh's pledge aims to reassure stakeholders of the Fed's impartiality in its decision-making processes.

A significant tightening in global liquidity could pose challenges for risk assets, including bitcoin, in the near future. According to CoinDesk, Russell Thompson has issued a warning about the potential impact of this liquidity squeeze. The anticipated U.S. policy actions are expected to eventually offer some relief, but the immediate outlook remains uncertain. Thompson's cautionary note highlights the delicate balance in the financial markets, where liquidity plays a crucial role in asset valuation and investor sentiment. As liquidity conditions tighten, risk assets like bitcoin may experience increased volatility and downward pressure. This scenario underscores the importance of monitoring policy developments and market dynamics closely. While the expected U.S. policy measures may provide some support, the timing and effectiveness of these actions remain key factors to watch. Investors are advised to stay informed and consider the potential implications of these liquidity trends on their portfolios.

Federal Reserve nominee Walsh has pledged to maintain strict independence regarding interest rate decisions. According to Odaily, this commitment was reported by Politico, highlighting Walsh's dedication to ensuring that monetary policy remains free from external influences. This stance is seen as crucial for maintaining the credibility and effectiveness of the Federal Reserve's actions in managing the economy.

OpenAI's primary services have experienced a significant outage, impacting ChatGPT, Codex, and API functionalities. According to Odaily, users are facing service interruptions, unable to access these platforms effectively.

A new generation of the Kimi K2.6 coding model has been released by Dark Side of the Moon, according to Foresight News. The model's weights have been made available on Hugging Face. It has achieved state-of-the-art levels in several benchmarks, including SWE-Bench Pro (58.6) and Math Vision (93.2). Kimi K2.6 is equipped with long-horizon coding capabilities, supporting over 4,000 tool calls and more than 12 hours of continuous execution. It covers languages such as Rust, Go, and Python. Additionally, the model has upgraded its Agent Swarms feature, allowing 300 parallel sub-agents to collaborate on complex tasks, and has introduced a research preview version of Claw Groups. The Kimi K2.6 model is now available on the official platform and API.

Tether disclosed in regulatory filings that it holds 1.95 million shares of Antalpha through its 2025 initial public offering (IPO), representing approximately 8.2% of the outstanding shares after the IPO. Antalpha provides lending and financing solutions to the Bitcoin mining industry and is a key partner of Bitmain. Antalpha went public on Nasdaq in May 2025, raising approximately $49 million at an offering price of $12.80 per share. Tether subscribed to more than half of the offered shares, becoming one of the largest investors. Antalpha's full-year revenue in 2025 increased to nearly $80 million, and net profit increased to $18.5 million, but its share price fell more than 27% this Monday, trading at approximately $9.30 per share.

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