Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has announced the launch of the 98th wave of its 'True Promise-4' operation. According to Odaily, the IRGC's naval forces targeted a container ship, SDN7, associated with the 'Zionist regime' using cruise missiles, resulting in a large fire after the ship was destroyed. Additionally, missile strikes were carried out on strategic centers in northern and southern Tel Aviv, Haifa, chemical enterprises and factories in Beersheba, and a military base in Bat Hefer. The statement also mentioned that the U.S. military's amphibious assault ship, LHA7, carrying over 5,000 sailors and marines, was hit by missiles and subsequently forced to retreat to the deep southern Indian Ocean. Furthermore, a joint drone production center between the UAE and Israel, along with several aircraft stationed at Ali Al Salem base, were targeted by drones and missiles.

According to HyperTracker's latest data, the number of addresses holding HYPE tokens has not yet exceeded 250,000. According to Odaily, only 51,727 addresses hold more than 10 HYPE tokens, while high-net-worth wallets with over 1,000 tokens number just 7,177. This indicates that the token distribution remains relatively concentrated.

According to DefiLlama data, on-chain perpetual contract (Perp) trading has declined for five consecutive months since peaking in October 2025. In March 2026, Perp DEX trading volume dropped to $699 billion, a significant decline from the peak of $1.36 trillion in October of last year. Furthermore, daily data also shows weakening activity; on April 4th, daily trading volume fell to $8.4 billion, the first time it has fallen below $10 billion since September 2025, and a new low since July 2025, reflecting a continued cooling of demand for leveraged trading and speculation. In addition, current Perp DEX trading volume remains highly concentrated on top platforms. Over the past 30 days, Hyperliquid recorded approximately $185.5 billion in trading volume, accounting for about 34% of the total trading volume of the top ten platforms. (Cointelegraph)

1. Iran calls the US 15-point plan "ambitious and illogical"; 2. Santiment: BTC profit/loss ratio reaches 2.95, a short-term price top signal; 3. Spot gold rises above $4,700/oz; 4. Whale yeti.hl deposits 2.19 million USDC into HyperLiquid and buys 58,800 HYPE; 5. BIT: Ethereum call option selling pressure increases, volatility continues to decline; 6. Whale "sets 10 big targets" holding $156 million worth of BTC long positions, currently with a floating profit of $5.52 million; 7. Senior Iranian official: Iran will not reopen the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for a "temporary ceasefire"; 8. Circle minted approximately 3.25 billion USDC on Solana in the past 7 days, the largest single-week stablecoin minting volume in 2026; 9. Analyst: Reiterates Strategy MSTR buy rating, 2026 target price of $440; 10. The Bank of Japan has sent subtle signals, avoiding a commitment to raise interest rates before its April meeting.

On April 6, OpenAI announced a status update regarding the restoration of its /v1/responses API interface. According to BlockBeats, the service had experienced an outage earlier that day. The disruption occurred around 18:07 UTC+8, affecting the functionality of the API. OpenAI initiated an investigation and reported at 18:23 that the issue was largely mitigated and entered a monitoring phase. By 18:39, OpenAI confirmed that all affected components were fully restored, marking the resolution of the incident.

The Public Relations Department of the Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) issued a statement saying that Iran launched the 98th wave of Operation True Commitment-4. The statement claimed that the IRGC Navy used cruise missiles to strike the container ship SDN7, belonging to the "Zionist regime," causing it to be destroyed and catch fire. Missiles were also used to strike strategic centers north and south of Tel Aviv, Haifa, chemical plants and factories in Beersheba, and military bases in Batkhfer. The statement also indicated that the US amphibious assault ship LHA7, carrying over 5,000 sailors and Marines, was also hit by missiles and forced to retreat to the deep waters of the southern Indian Ocean after the offensive. The statement further claimed that a joint UAE-Israel drone production center, as well as several aircraft stationed at Ali Salim Air Base, were attacked by drones and missiles. (Jinshi)

Israeli Defense Minister Katz has announced that he has instructed the military to persist with comprehensive strikes targeting Iran's national infrastructure. According to NS3.AI, Katz characterized the operation as an ongoing all-out campaign.

Key TakeawaysCrypto market cap rises $70B (+2.5%) as Donald Trump signals possible Iran deal.Bitcoin climbs toward $70,000, with over $250M–$270M in short liquidations.Oil remains elevated near $112, keeping inflation risks in focus.Derivatives show rising open interest, but options markets remain cautious.Crypto Markets Rally on Ceasefire HopesBitcoin and the broader crypto market moved higher after mixed signals from Donald Trump regarding a potential Iran deal and reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.Total crypto market capitalization increased by approximately $70 billion, reaching $2.44 trillion, while Bitcoin climbed to around $69,500–$70,000.The rally coincided with reports of potential ceasefire talks, including a proposed 45-day truce, boosting short-term risk appetite across global markets.Short Liquidations Drive Price ActionThe move higher triggered significant liquidations in derivatives markets.Data shows more than $250 million to $270 million in liquidations, with around 70%+ coming from short positions, indicating a short squeeze contributed to the rally.This suggests the upward move was partly driven by forced position closures rather than purely new demand.Mixed Signals Keep Markets CautiousDespite bullish price action, markets remain sensitive to conflicting geopolitical signals.Trump issued strong warnings to Iran over reopening the Strait of Hormuz while simultaneously indicating negotiations are underway and a deal could be reached within days.This combination of escalation and de-escalation narratives has created a highly reactive, headline-driven market environment. Oil Prices Remain a Key Macro RiskCrude oil remains elevated near $112 per barrel, reflecting ongoing supply concerns.Sustained high energy prices could push inflation higher, with estimates suggesting U.S. CPI could rise toward 3.7% if current levels persist.Higher inflation may delay Federal Reserve rate cuts, potentially limiting upside for risk assets, including crypto.Derivatives Data Shows Mixed ConvictionFutures markets show signs of renewed participation.Bitcoin and Ethereum open interest increased by 7% and 11%, respectively, with positive funding rates indicating traders are opening long positions.However, options markets remain defensive. On Deribit, demand for put options continues to exceed calls, reflecting ongoing hedging activity.Key levels to watch include $60,000 (downside) and $80,000 (upside), where large options positions are concentrated.Altcoins Outperform, Led by AlgorandAltcoins outpaced Bitcoin during the rally.Algorand (ALGO) surged nearly 50% over the past month, supported by increased visibility following research from Google Quantum AI highlighting its quantum-resistant technology.Other altcoins also saw gains, reflecting improved market breadth during the rebound.Rally Depends on Geopolitical ResolutionThe crypto market remains highly dependent on geopolitical developments.If a ceasefire is confirmed and oil prices decline, risk assets could extend gains. However, continued uncertainty or escalation may reverse momentum.For now, the rally appears partly liquidation-driven and headline-sensitive, with sustained upside requiring clearer macro stabilization and stronger spot demand.

Israeli Defense Minister Katz: I have instructed the Israeli military to continue its full-scale strikes against Iran's "national infrastructure." (Jinshi)

The World Food Price Index experienced a 2.4% increase in March, reaching 128.5 points, driven by surging energy costs. According to NS3.AI, the rise in freight costs and disruptions in the flow of grains and fertilizers through the Strait of Hormuz were significant contributors to this increase. The index monitors global prices for grains, sugar, meat, dairy, and vegetable oils. Meanwhile, discussions are underway between the US, Iran, and regional mediators regarding a potential 45-day ceasefire, which could pave the way for a permanent resolution to the ongoing conflict.

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