World announced a significant upgrade to its World ID protocol on April 18, expanding its reach to approximately 18 million users verified by Orb across more than 160 countries. According to BlockBeats, this update is considered the most important iteration to date, introducing several practical applications. The upgrade integrates with Tinder to provide 'real person certification' for enhancing authenticity in dating, incorporates a deepfake verification feature with Zoom to confirm call participants as real humans, and launches the Concert Kit ticketing tool for identity verification and anti-scalping measures. Additionally, World has released a standalone World ID app (beta version) as a cross-platform identity authentication tool and has open-sourced its SDK, allowing third-party applications to build their own authentication systems. On the technical front, the upgrade introduces multi-key management, key rotation, account recovery, and session management mechanisms. It also proposes the concept of 'Human Continuity,' emphasizing continuous verification of the same real individual across multiple interactions, rather than just verifying devices or accounts. In terms of ecosystem development, Reddit is exploring the use of World ID for identifying automated accounts, while Razer and Mythical Games have already adopted the standard in gaming scenarios. Regarding the business model, World ID will charge fees to applications based on active users, while the user side remains free. Fees can be settled through on-chain wallets or third-party services, with support for automatic protocol-level distribution.

Figure has responded to claims made by Morpheus Research, which suggested that Figure-related entities control over 65% of the HASH token on the Provenance Blockchain and that the company exaggerates its blockchain usage. According to NS3.AI, Figure clarified that funded loans, ownership transfers, and pledges are indeed recorded and executed on-chain. The company highlighted a 0.80% weighted-average delinquency rate across approximately $4.6 billion in securitized assets. Additionally, Figure reported executing over $1.15 billion in whole loan sales on its marketplace in March 2026.

Goldman Sachs has submitted an application for a Bitcoin income ETF, marking a significant move in the digital asset space. According to NS3.AI, this development comes as Morgan Stanley's recently launched Bitcoin ETF achieved a milestone, reaching $100 million in its first week. Additionally, Charles Schwab has announced that its clients can now trade Bitcoin and Ether within their accounts. These actions highlight the growing interest and involvement of major Wall Street firms in expanding access to digital assets.

美国总统特朗普表示，美伊谈判预计将于本周末举行，并称双方“可能在一两天内达成协议”。特朗普在电话采访中表示，伊朗“希望会面并达成协议”，对谈判进展持乐观态度。同时，他强调在协议正式达成前，不会解除对伊朗的海上封锁，但希望霍尔木兹海峡对所有国家开放。据了解，尽管双方谈判已取得显著进展，但在关键问题上仍存在分歧，包括伊朗核浓缩暂停期限及浓缩铀库存处理方式。协议讨论内容还包括，美国可能解冻约 200 亿美元伊朗资产，以换取其放弃高浓铀储备。此外，特朗普表示，该协议将“让以色列更安全”，并要求以色列停止对黎巴嫩的军事打击。伊朗方面目前对此暂无回应。（央视新闻）

Alcoa is reportedly in advanced discussions to sell a former smelter site located in upper New York state to the bitcoin mining company NYDIG. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting Alcoa's strategy to divest its dormant assets as part of its broader business plan. The potential sale underscores the growing interest in repurposing industrial sites for cryptocurrency mining operations. This move aligns with Alcoa's efforts to streamline its operations and focus on its core business areas. Details of the transaction, including the financial terms, have not been disclosed.

Representative Sheri Biggs has disclosed a substantial investment in Bitcoin, with exposure of up to $250,000 through the iShares Bitcoin Trust. According to NS3.AI, the House Periodic Transaction Report indicates that the transaction, valued between $100,001 and $250,000, was executed on March 4, 2026. This report was filed in mid-April, adhering to the STOCK Act deadlines. Biggs joins Senator David McCormick and Representative Brandon Gill as lawmakers who have reported significant Bitcoin ETF purchases over the past year.

联合国秘书长古特雷斯通过发言人发表声明，欢迎伊朗宣布在停火期间全面开放霍尔木兹海峡供商业船只通行，并呼吁各方全面恢复并尊重该海峡的国际航行权利与自由。声明说，古特雷斯对伊朗当天宣布在停火剩余期间向所有商业船只完全开放霍尔木兹海峡表示欢迎，认为这一举措“朝着正确方向迈出了一步”。古特雷斯重申，联合国将继续全力支持通过外交途径为当前中东冲突寻找和平解决路径。他表示，希望在停火安排的基础上，这一措施有助于增强各方互信，并推动由巴基斯坦斡旋的对话进程取得进展。（央视新闻）

The head of HSBC's newly established banking division for the Middle East, North Africa, and Turkey has departed, according to sources familiar with the situation. Bloomberg posted on X that this departure is part of a series of recent exits at the bank. The reasons behind these departures have not been disclosed, and HSBC has yet to comment on the situation. The bank's Middle East division has been undergoing significant changes as it seeks to strengthen its presence in the region. The departure of key personnel could impact the bank's strategic plans and operations in these markets.

A European-led coalition has proposed military assistance to ensure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz. Bloomberg posted on X that this offer comes shortly after Iran announced its intention to open the vital waterway. Meanwhile, U.S. President Donald Trump has cautioned NATO members to maintain their distance from the situation.

A significant transfer of 290 million USDT was made from an unidentified wallet to Aave, valued at approximately $290 million. According to NS3.AI, this transaction has captured the attention of market participants, sparking discussions about potential impacts on liquidity and market dynamics. The movement of such a substantial amount of USDT into Aave could influence lending rates and borrowing activities within the platform, as well as broader market sentiment. Observers are closely monitoring the situation to assess any further developments or shifts in investor behavior.

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在币安 3 月底宣布整治主动做市商后，主动做市商开始行动了。

整体而言，尽管少数强势山寨币放大了行情效应，但多数资产仍处于流动性真空中。

比特币成功打破了 $62.8k–$ 72.6k 的僵持区间，一度触及 $74k 关口。这一突破在战略上标志着市场已从地缘政治诱发的“强制去杠杆”阶段进入“初步稳定期”。

围绕稳定币的讨论，市场长期聚焦于一个问题：谁将发行下一个主导性稳定币。

A group of Drift Protocol investors are seeking to bring stablecoin issuer Circle to court, blaming the company for its inaction following the Drift Protocol hack.

OpenAI has paused its Stargate UK data centre plan, saying energy costs and regulation were the main reasons. The UK AI minister disputes this, saying conditions have not changed and pointing instead to OpenAI’s financial pressures.

未来最值钱的东西，是最古老的东西。不是算力。不是数据。不是模型。是一个人对另一个人说"我信你"的时候，那个承诺真的能落地。

A Brazilian cybersecurity researcher has raised alarm bells, warning others about counterfeit ledger devices that has been planted by scammers in the Chinese market in the attempt to steal users' crypto.

交易所正替代传统的VC的位置，逐渐掌握首发权、定价权、流动性。交易所正在侵蚀传统VC的信息优势、投资优势、锁仓优势，VC套利空间正在被不断挤压。