Crypto startups have successfully raised $192 million this week, contributing to a total of $2.75 billion in fundraising for the year. According to NS3.AI, Kast led the funding efforts with an $80 million Series A round aimed at enhancing stablecoin payment solutions.

On March 13 local time, CNN, citing a senior Iranian official, reported that Iran is considering allowing a limited number of oil tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, provided that the oil cargoes carried by these tankers are settled in yuan. The source added that Iran is currently working on a new plan to manage the passage of oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz, and the potential move is being considered in this context. CNN noted that current international oil trade is almost entirely settled in US dollars, with the only exception being sanctioned Russian oil, which is traded in rubles or yuan. (Observer Network)

On March 14, the Australian government announced the release of approximately six days' worth of gasoline and five days' worth of diesel from its emergency fuel reserves. According to BlockBeats, this marks the first time the reserves have been tapped since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022. Australian Energy Minister Chris Bowen stated that the decision aims to provide fuel suppliers with greater flexibility in the context of the Middle East conflict. Currently, Australia maintains reserves of about 36 days of gasoline, 29 days of aviation fuel, and 32 days of diesel. This action is part of a broader initiative by the International Energy Agency (IEA), involving 32 member countries releasing a total of 400 million barrels of oil reserves to stabilize global oil prices and ensure supply. Additionally, the Australian government has temporarily relaxed fuel quality standards, anticipating an extra supply of approximately 100 million liters of gasoline per month over the next two months. The recent surge in international oil prices, influenced by the situation in the Middle East and disruptions in shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, has led to fuel supply shortages in some parts of Australia.

The United Arab Emirates' General Civil Aviation Authority announced on Friday, the 13th, that adjustments to air transport due to the situation in the Middle East are being reversed. According to Ming Pao, UAE airlines have restored their capacity to 44.6% of pre-conflict levels.

Santiment posted on X that the percentage of Bitcoin held on exchanges has decreased to its lowest point since November. This trend indicates a shift in investor behavior, as more individuals are opting to store their Bitcoin in private wallets rather than on exchanges. The decline in exchange holdings suggests a growing confidence in the long-term value of Bitcoin, as investors are less inclined to sell their assets. This development is significant in the context of the cryptocurrency market, where exchange holdings are often used as a measure of market sentiment and liquidity. The reduction in Bitcoin on exchanges could potentially lead to increased price stability and reduced volatility, as fewer coins are available for trading. This trend is being closely monitored by analysts and investors alike, as it may have implications for future market movements and investment strategies.

Nigel Farage has sparked a crisis within mainstream UK conservatism by attracting voters from its right-wing fringe. Bloomberg posted on X, after a year of leading the polls, Farage now faces challenges as others adopt similar strategies to target his support base. This shift in tactics highlights the evolving dynamics within the UK's political landscape, as parties vie for influence and voter support.

Coinbase is in talks with Bybit about an investment and partnership agreement, with Bybit hoping to gain access to the compliant US market. Reports indicate that ICE previously invested in offshore exchange OKX at a valuation of approximately $25 billion, and the market expects Bybit's valuation to be similar. (Wu Shuo)

Silicon Valley investor and Bitcoin advocate Tim Draper recently shared his views on the potential shift from fiat currency to Bitcoin. According to Foresight News, Draper expressed these thoughts during an appearance on 'TheStreet Roundtable.' He suggested that diminishing confidence in fiat currencies could eventually lead businesses and consumers to adopt Bitcoin. Draper highlighted the devaluation of the dollar, noting that people might become frustrated as its value drops from one dollar to 90 cents, 80 cents, 70 cents, and eventually plummets rapidly towards zero. He believes that when this critical point is reached, businesses may quickly reconsider their payment methods. As an example, Draper mentioned that if he were a retailer, his first action would be to display a sign indicating that his store accepts Bitcoin. This shift, he argues, could be a response to the declining trust in traditional currencies.

On March 13, local time, Russia's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Vassily Nebenzia, stated in an interview with Russia Today that the 'blitzkrieg' by the United States and Israel against Iran has failed. According to Jin10, Nebenzia noted that the Iranian government did not collapse, there was no uprising among the populace, and the U.S. has not abandoned its strategy in this operation. He further highlighted that the U.S. and Israel recently admitted to having premeditated actions against Iran, planning military operations during U.S.-Iran negotiations and conspiring to provoke incidents two to three months ago. In contrast, Iran has consistently shown sincerity in advancing negotiations with the U.S.

According to official news, Alchemy's AI-powered agent payment platform, AgentCard, has officially launched. Users' AI agents can now: • Pay for inference and APIs; • Order food through DoorDash, Amazon, and Uber; • Handle marketing; • Conduct transactions on Polymarket 24/7. It is understood that the product is open to everyone, not just businesses; and features instant access, privacy, and reusability. Notably, this news has been officially shared and confirmed by Solana, Base, and Polymarket.

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