Iranian Foreign Minister Araqchi stated that commercial vessel passage through the Strait of Hormuz has been reopened. In accordance with the ceasefire agreement in Lebanon, the Iranian Ports and Maritime Organization has announced that, for the remainder of the ceasefire, all commercial vessels will have full access to the Strait of Hormuz, with routes entirely consistent with previously announced plans. (Jinshi)

According to Gate data, both WTI and Brent crude oil prices have fallen more than 4% today, currently trading at $88.77 per barrel and $90.76 per barrel respectively. In addition, the latest yield on the 10-year U.S. Treasury note is 4.27%, and the yield on the 2-year Treasury note is 3.74%.

US law firm Bernstein Liebhard announced it has filed a securities fraud class-action lawsuit on behalf of investors against Nasdaq-listed cryptocurrency exchange Gemini Space Station. The lawsuit alleges that Gemini made false statements about its business operations and prospects in its prospectus and related disclosures, particularly exaggerating the viability of its core crypto platform business. Investors wishing to serve as lead plaintiffs must submit their applications by May 18, 2026. Bernstein Liebhard is a well-known investor relations law firm that has previously filed class-action lawsuits against companies such as Ruhnn (the first publicly traded influencer e-commerce company), Apple, and AsiaInfo Technologies. (Globenewswire)

The Ethereum Foundation announced that its co-sponsored ETH Rangers project has completed its six-month run. This project aimed to fund independent researchers who contribute to the public security of the Ethereum ecosystem. The 17 recipients achieved significant results in vulnerability research, security tool development, threat intelligence, and incident response, including: recovering or freezing over $5.8 million in funds, reporting or logging over 785 vulnerabilities and client-side issues, identifying approximately 100 attackers, providing security education content to over 209,000 users, and handling over 36 security incidents. Furthermore, the project encouraged over 800 teams to participate in security challenges, produced over 80 technical sharing sessions and training sessions, and developed or improved over 7 open-source security tools. The Ethereum Foundation stated that these achievements demonstrate the need for "decentralized defense" for decentralized networks and effectively enhance the overall security and resilience of the Ethereum ecosystem.

In the first episode of its official podcast hosted by Chairman Paul Atkins, co-commissioners Mark Uyeda and Hester Peirce systematically outlined the regulatory direction for 2026, signaling a clear shift from an "enforcement-oriented" to a "collaboration and innovation-oriented" approach. Atkins stated that the U.S. should be the preferred location for innovative activities such as crypto, calling the current situation a "significant inflection point for the U.S. market." Peirce emphasized the need to establish an open financial regulatory system for innovation to enhance market resilience. In recent years, the SEC has introduced several policy adjustments, including recognizing that "most crypto assets" are not securities, providing exemptions for DeFi interfaces, and withdrawing or terminating some enforcement cases against companies such as Ripple, Coinbase, and Binance. Data shows that the number of SEC enforcement actions in fiscal year 2025 decreased by 22% year-on-year, and fines and forfeitures decreased from $8.2 billion to $2.7 billion. Analysts say that past enforcement actions against the crypto industry have "led to misleading expectations." Market participants believe this shift may help attract institutional funds back and promote the development of products such as derivatives and ETFs. However, the policy's sustainability still depends on the progress of legislation in the US Congress, and the market as a whole remains cautious and wait-and-see. (Decrypt)

SEC Chair Paul Atkins has outlined a pro-innovation agenda for cryptocurrency during the debut episode of the agency's Material Matters podcast. According to NS3.AI, this comes as SEC enforcement actions decreased by 22% in fiscal 2025, with monetary relief dropping from $8.2 billion to $2.7 billion. Industry executives have expressed that clearer regulations could facilitate institutional adoption of cryptocurrencies. However, they caution that the role of Congress and the speed of execution remain critical factors in the process.

American Bitcoin (ABTC), a mining company linked to the Trump family, has announced plans to release its first-quarter financial results for 2026 on May 6, following the close of the U.S. stock market. According to Odaily, the company's management will hold a conference call and webcast at 16:30 Eastern Time on the same day. The event will also be broadcast live via X Space, allowing investors and the public to participate in the discussion of the company's performance.

ASTEROID experienced a dramatic increase of 44,923% after U.S. President Donald Trump replied to a viral post associated with the Asteroid plush Shiba Inu. According to NS3.AI, Arkham identified a trader whose 1 ETH ASTEROID investment soared to nearly $474,000 within three hours. Additionally, ASTEROIDBOT saw a 15% rise due to the same narrative. The significant concentration of gains among a limited number of wallets suggests the potential for a sharp correction if early investors decide to take profits.

Soluna Holdings, a Nasdaq-listed company developing green data centers for computing-intensive applications such as Bitcoin mining and artificial intelligence, announced a $16.5 million acquisition of Spring Lane Capital's stake in Project Dorothy 1A (D1A), giving it 100% control of the project. This transaction marks another step in Soluna's vertical integration of the Dorothy campus, following its $53 million acquisition of the Briscoe wind farm earlier this month. The company stated it will continue to drive its transformation into a comprehensive computing hub centered on AI computing. (Businesswire)

Goldman Sachs has highlighted a resurgence in the AI investment theme as markets show signs of recovery. According to NS3.AI, Dominic Wilson noted that semiconductor stocks are performing strongly, reaching new highs. However, he cautioned that software stocks are experiencing more pressure. Wilson also warned that near-term volatility continues to pose a risk.

Telegram's top crypto games, Hamster Kombat (HMSTR) and Catizen (CATI), have seen their tokens drop over 50% from peak values, echoing declines in other gaming tokens like Notcoin (NOT) and Toncoin (TON). The question now is whether they can recover or face a continued decline and possible collapse.

On September 1, X Empire will initiate its first in-game currency burn, targeting users who haven’t logged into the game for over 30 days.X Empire’s token purge is designed to reward active players as the game prepares for its highly anticipated token launch, setting the stage for a significant moment in the tap-to-earn gaming landscape.

Pavel Durov, founder of Telegram, was detained in France amid allegations that Telegram facilitated illegal activities. His arrest has sparked controversy and support from the crypto community, reflecting concerns over digital privacy and free speech.

Notcoin has experienced a 30% increase in the past 24 hours, outperforming major cryptocurrencies. The recent launch of a new game within the Telegram app has likely driven this surge.

Dotcoin, initially launched on the TON blockchain, is migrating to Venom to benefit from its advanced scalability and infrastructure. The move, which includes launching the $DTC token on Venom, aims to support Dotcoin's growth but faces challenges with community backlash and technical issues. Will this transition ultimately strengthen Dotcoin's position or lead to further complications?

Notcoin has launched a new story-driven Telegram game called “Lost Dogs” that will last for 6 weeks. Players vote daily on decisions that shape the story, earn both NOT tokens and the in-game currency, WOOF. So what is your choice?

Players can earn Notcoin tokens and a new in-game token in the story-driven game.This initiative seeks to leverage the potential of NFTs and blockchain technology to offer players a richer and more immersive experience.

Notcoin has risen as a leading force in Web3 gaming, surpassing giants like Bitcoin and Ether in global regions and pioneering Play-to-Earn (P2E) projects on the TON blockchain. Its strategic partnerships, massive community airdrops, and focus on sustainable growth underline its potential impact on the future of crypto gaming.

Pavel Durov, CEO of Telegram, champions Hamster Kombat, a game within Telegram that has quickly amassed 239 million users, showcasing Telegram's effective mini-app strategy and its potential for reshaping mobile gaming.