LIBRA, a meme coin, experienced a dramatic fluctuation in its market cap, briefly reaching over $4 billion before plummeting by more than 90% within hours. According to NS3.AI, the launch of LIBRA has been linked to Argentine President Javier Milei and entrepreneur Mauricio Novelli, who reportedly had seven phone calls on the night of the coin's debut. A New York Times report also highlighted WhatsApp messages suggesting regular payments to Milei and his sister, Karina Milei, prior to the launch. However, no evidence has been found to confirm that Milei agreed to or received any payments. Argentina's federal criminal investigation into the matter remains ongoing.

US President Trump stated that "the operation at 8 p.m. will still take place," and that an "unprecedented strike" against Iran is still possible, but he does not rule out changing his decision if negotiations progress that day. (CCTV News)

A recent study by Charles Schwab reveals that even a small allocation of 1% to 3% in Bitcoin (BTC) or Ethereum (ETH) can significantly affect the overall risk profile of an investment portfolio. According to ChainCatcher, the research indicates that both Bitcoin and Ethereum have historically experienced declines exceeding 70%, which is much higher than the volatility levels of stocks or bonds. As a result, even minor allocations can have a noticeable impact during periods of market fluctuation. Charles Schwab suggests two methods for allocating crypto assets: the traditional portfolio theory approach and the risk budgeting method. The traditional approach involves allocation based on expected returns, volatility, and correlation. However, due to significant differences in return assumptions, even aggressive investors may find it challenging to justify large allocations if expected returns are below 10%. The risk budgeting method focuses on the level of risk an investor is willing to take, shifting the emphasis from returns to risk tolerance. Despite this, the volatility of crypto assets may still exceed expectations. Charles Schwab emphasizes that crypto assets are highly volatile and may not be suitable for all investors. It advises investors to carefully consider their risk tolerance, investment horizon, and familiarity with the assets before making allocations. Additionally, investors should be mindful of risks related to liquidity, theft, and fraud.

OPEC's oil production experienced its largest decline in over four decades in March due to disruptions in exports from key member countries amid Middle East conflicts. According to Odaily, a survey revealed that OPEC's daily output plummeted by 7.56 million barrels, or approximately 25%, to 22 million barrels. This marks the most significant monthly drop since data compilation began in 1989, surpassing the 1973 Arab oil embargo in terms of barrel count. Daniel Yergin's book, "The Prize," notes that during the 1973 crisis, the market faced a daily loss of 5 million barrels from October to December, although the global market was much smaller at that time. The survey indicated that Iraq, heavily reliant on the Strait of Hormuz, saw the largest production decrease among OPEC members, with a reduction of 2.76 million barrels per day to 1.63 million barrels. Saudi Arabia and the UAE followed, although they managed to partially reroute exports through alternative oil pipelines. Saudi Arabia's daily production fell by 2.07 million barrels to 8.36 million barrels, while the UAE's output decreased by 1.44 million barrels to 2.16 million barrels. Despite Saudi Arabia's ability to export via the Red Sea, tanker tracking data showed a roughly 50% decline in its exports in March.

Retail investors have recently shifted to net selling of U.S. stocks and options, marking a rare departure from their long-standing buying trend. According to BlockBeats, Citadel Securities reported this change on April 7, noting a significant decrease in net spending in March, which fell 55% from February and 70% from January's peak. The shift in options activity has moved towards a defensive stance, with increased demand for downside protection. Historically, such selling behavior by retail investors has often preceded a strong short-term rise in the S&P 500 index, with an average increase of 4.1% over two months. This change comes amid market volatility driven by rising oil prices and tensions with Iran, which have contributed to a 5% decline in the S&P 500 index this year, while Brent crude prices have surged by 80%.

On April 7, the state-run Tehran Times announced on X that diplomatic and indirect channels for negotiations with the United States remain open. According to BlockBeats, this statement suggests ongoing communication between the two nations despite existing tensions. The announcement highlights the potential for continued dialogue and negotiation efforts.

According to the Tehran Times, diplomatic and indirect dialogue channels between Iran and the United States have not been closed, despite the Wall Street Journal's earlier report that Iran had severed direct diplomatic relations with the US. (Jinshi)

Bitcoin treasury company Strategy stated on the X platform that it has increased its Bitcoin holdings by 2.2 times the natural supply of the market this year, and its cumulative gains so far this year are approximately 24,675 BTC, equivalent to about $1.7 billion, achieving a Bitcoin yield of 3.7%.

OPEC crude oil production saw its biggest drop in at least four decades in March as the Middle East conflict dampened exports from major member countries. Surveys showed that OPEC's daily output plummeted by 7.56 million barrels (about 25%) to 22 million barrels. This March's drop was the largest single-month decline in production since 1989, according to data compiled by the agency. This decline (in barrels) also exceeded that of the 1973 Arab oil embargo. According to Daniel Yergin's *The Great Oil Game*, the market experienced a total loss of 5 million barrels per day between October and December of that year, although that shock occurred in a much smaller global market. The survey showed that Iraq, the OPEC member most reliant on the Strait of Hormuz, saw the largest drop in production, decreasing by 2.76 million barrels per day to 1.63 million barrels. Saudi Arabia and the UAE suffered the next largest losses, benefiting from the ability to partially divert exports through alternative pipelines. Saudi Arabia's daily production fell by 2.07 million barrels to 8.36 million barrels, while the UAE's daily production fell by 1.44 million barrels to 2.16 million barrels. Although Saudi Arabia can export via the Red Sea, tanker tracking shows that Saudi exports fell by approximately 50% in March. (Jinshi)

Crypto analyst John Squire has highlighted the anticipation among XRP holders, who have been waiting seven years for potential significant developments in the coming three months. According to NS3.AI, Squire views the pending U.S. digital asset legislation as a possible catalyst for a breakout. Senator Cynthia Lummis has indicated that the Senate Banking Committee might vote on the Digital Asset Market CLARITY Act as soon as this week, with a full version anticipated by the end of April.

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