Aurelion, a NASDAQ-listed company, has announced its unaudited financial results for the second fiscal quarter ending March 31, 2026. According to Odaily, the company reported operating revenue of $8.9 million, primarily driven by fair value gains from its holdings of XAUt due to rising gold prices. As of March 31, Aurelion's net asset value (NAV) stood at $116.4 million, with holdings of 33,318 XAUt, translating to a NAV per share of $3.16. Aurelion is focused on building business around tokenized gold through Tether Gold (XAU₮). In terms of business development, Aurelion invested 10,000 XAUt (approximately $48 million) into the XAUE protocol in April to generate returns. Additionally, in March, the company launched AI agent Duncan.Aure, designed to provide automated trading strategies for XAUt, execute cross-protocol DeFi operations, and offer digital gold allocation interfaces.

International spot gold has attempted a rebound following a recent pullback, facing resistance at a high concentration of trading activity. According to Jin10, the short-term focus is on testing this level to gauge market sentiment and await signals for the next directional move.

Nasdaq 100 futures have shifted to positive territory following a recovery from earlier intraday losses. According to NS3.AI, the market's rebound reflects investor optimism amid fluctuating trading conditions. The turnaround suggests a potential stabilization in the tech-heavy index, which has experienced volatility in recent sessions. Traders are closely monitoring economic indicators and corporate earnings reports for further guidance on market direction.

NASDAQ-listed Aurelion (AURE) announced its unaudited financial results for the second fiscal quarter ended March 31, 2026. The data shows that the company's revenue for the quarter was $8.9 million, primarily driven by fair value gains on its XAUt holdings due to rising gold prices. As of March 31, Aurelion's net asset value (NAV) was $116.4 million, holding 33,318 XAUt, with a NAV of $3.16 per share. According to its official description, Aurelion is a Tether Gold (XAU₮) RWA company focused on building its business around tokenized gold. In terms of business progress, Aurelion committed 10,000 XAUt (approximately $48 million) to the XAUE protocol in April to generate returns. In addition, the company launched its AI agent Duncan.Aure in March, designed to provide interfaces for XAUt automated trading strategies, cross-protocol DeFi execution, and digital gold allocation. (PRNewswire)

Web3 payment infrastructure startup Fun has announced the completion of a $72 million Series A funding round, led by Multicoin Capital and SignalFire. According to Odaily, other participants in the round include Infinity Ventures, Pharsalus Capital, and Tinder co-founder Justin Mateen. The funding round was finalized in late January, following a previous seed round in 2022 that raised $3.9 million. Fun specializes in providing payment rails for developers, enabling users to directly exchange crypto assets for fiat currencies like the U.S. dollar without relying on centralized exchanges or traditional banks. The company currently supports deposit infrastructure for platforms such as prediction market Polymarket, crypto derivatives platform Lighter, and lending application Aave, with an annual payment processing volume exceeding $18 billion. The newly acquired funds will be used to expand Fun's team, which currently consists of approximately 30 members.

Web3 payments infrastructure startup Fun announced the completion of a $72 million Series A funding round, led by Multicoin Capital and SignalFire, with participation from Infinity Ventures, Pharsalus Capital, and Tinder co-founder Justin Mateen, among others. This round was completed in late January, following a $3.9 million seed round in 2022. Fun's main business is providing payment tracks for developers, enabling users to directly exchange crypto assets for fiat currencies such as the US dollar without using centralized exchanges or traditional banks. Currently, the project provides deposit infrastructure for prediction market Polymarket, crypto derivatives platform Lighter, and lending app Aave, processing over $18 billion in payments annually. The new funding will be used to expand its team of approximately 30 people. (Fortune)

On May 01, 2026, 12:34 PM(UTC). According to Binance Market Data, Bitcoin has crossed the 78,000 USDT benchmark and is now trading at 78,016.6875 USDT, with a narrowed 2.20% increase in 24 hours.

Hypersonic weapons are emerging as a pivotal element in the global race for military supremacy, with the United States facing stiff competition from China and Russia. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting the strategic importance of these advanced weapons systems, which can travel at speeds exceeding Mach 5, making them difficult to detect and intercept. The U.S. has been trailing behind its rivals in the development and deployment of hypersonic technology. Both China and Russia have made significant strides, with Russia reportedly deploying hypersonic missiles in recent conflicts. This technological gap has raised concerns among U.S. defense officials about national security and the balance of military power. Efforts are underway in the U.S. to accelerate the development of hypersonic capabilities. The Pentagon has increased funding for research and development, aiming to close the gap and enhance its strategic deterrence. However, challenges remain, including technical hurdles and the need for collaboration between government agencies and private sector partners. As the race intensifies, hypersonic weapons are set to play a crucial role in shaping future military strategies and geopolitical dynamics. The competition underscores the importance of technological innovation in maintaining global security and stability.

Iran has reportedly submitted its latest proposal to the United States through a mediator from Pakistan. According to NS3.AI, this development marks a continuation of diplomatic efforts between the two nations. The specifics of the proposal have not been disclosed, but it is part of ongoing negotiations aimed at addressing longstanding issues. The involvement of a Pakistani mediator highlights the regional interest in facilitating dialogue between Iran and the United States. Further details on the proposal and its potential impact on bilateral relations remain to be seen.

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Jinse Finance launches its cryptocurrency and blockchain industry daily news report, "Jinse Morning 8," issue 3043, providing you with the latest and fastest news on the digital currency and blockchain industry.