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This year, Bitcoin has experienced increased price volatility due to geopolitical tensions and economic pressures, with weakening demand evident. On-chain data indicates dispersed wallet activity and reduced whale transactions, reflecting investor caution. Fundamentals continue to deteriorate, limiting short-term recovery prospects, necessitating attention to external factors and policy developments.

Bitpanda launches Vision Chain, a new blockchain network designed to introduce tokenized assets into the EU financial system, supporting asset issuance and settlement compliant with MiCA and MiFID II regulations. This initiative will streamline financial transaction processes, enable financial institutions to conduct 24/7 trading, and drive digital transformation in the market.

Balancer Labs, the parent company of decentralized exchange Balancer, has announced its closure due to substantial losses from a hacker attack last year. Nevertheless, the Balancer protocol will continue to be operated by Balancer DAO and the foundation, generating revenue. The core team will be integrated into a new entity, BAL token issuance will cease, and all fees will be used to repurchase existing tokens, providing investors with a fair exit opportunity. The DeFi sector is currently undergoing restructuring, and the next 12 months will be a critical test for industry recovery.

Gate News report: On March 25, according to the Islamic Republic of Iran News Agency (IRNA), Iran's ambassador to Pakistan stated that friendly countries such as Pakistan are working to lay the groundwork for dialogue between Tehran and Washington, hoping these efforts can help end the war.

Gate News reports that on March 25, the National Supercomputing Internet announced the launch of a new round of token distribution activities. The initiative targets all platform users and offers limited-time free distribution of up to 30 million tokens per person, aiming to lower the experience threshold for scientific research exclusive intelligent agents such as "Lobster" SClaw. Additionally, National Supercomputing Internet users can enjoy a special renewal price of 0.1 yuan per million tokens, with this discount extending until April 6.

The South Korean Financial Services Commission report indicates that cryptocurrency outflows will reach $60 billion in the second half of 2025, primarily flowing to overseas platforms, while local exchange user numbers are growing but profits are declining. The total market capitalization and trading volume of the crypto market are expected to decline, with investors focusing on the impact of international markets and geopolitical factors on prices.

WordPress 7.0 will be released on April 9, featuring a new MCP adapter in the core that allows sites to serve as AI Agent servers, supporting direct functionality operations with tools like Claude and ChatGPT. Additionally, it introduces AI Connectors and the Abilities API to streamline management and capability registration, improving AI integration capabilities. WordPress.com has already rolled out related permissions and authentication features.

Gate News bot message, Whale bc1qf8 sold 720 BTC valued at $51.16 million. The Bitcoin was purchased two weeks prior to the sale. The transaction generated a profit of $1.03 million for the whale.

Gate News report: On March 25, according to Hyperinsight monitoring, a whale address starting with 0xcab opened a 25x leverage ETH long position during a short-term ETH price surge, with a position size of $8.7 million at an average opening price of $2,184. The position is currently showing a slight loss of $500,000 (down -1%), with a liquidation price of $2,127.

The Korea Financial Services Commission report shows that in the second half of 2025, cryptocurrency asset flows to overseas platforms and self-custody wallets are projected to reach $60 billion, with a 14% increase. Despite growth in local exchange users and deposits, operating profits have declined significantly, primarily due to price volatility affecting market trading volume and profitability.

Bitcoin price fluctuates at $70,700, with a monthly gain of approximately 10%. Both retail investors and whales are simultaneously accumulating Bitcoin, with capital inflows surging, yet this may bring selling pressure. The derivatives market shows bullish sentiment, but spot selling pressure could trigger forced liquidations. The key technical support level is at $70,700, and market dynamics require close monitoring.

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos announced that the nation has entered an energy emergency state to address threats to energy supply from Middle East conflicts. Multiple countries globally that rely on imported energy have also implemented austerity measures, reflecting the fragility of energy supply chains and the impact of conflicts on international markets.

Ant Group is developing an independent "Ant Digital Technology AI Glasses" App aimed at achieving cross-brand payment capabilities and enhancing user experience. Meanwhile, its existing gPass technology has been integrated with multiple well-known brands and applied across various scenarios.

Bernstein predicts Bitcoin could reach $150,000 by the end of 2026, despite ongoing Middle East conflicts. The report indicates that Bitcoin has performed strongly relative to other assets, with long-term holders continuing to accumulate, and market confidence remaining stable. Despite facing geopolitical risks, Bitcoin continues to demonstrate resilience against declines, with a bullish outlook on future prices.

Gate News: According to the latest Gate TradFi data, INTC (Intel) has surged by 2% in a short period. Current volatility is significantly higher than recent averages, indicating increased market activity.

Circle Internet Group's stock price plummeted 20%, losing $4.6 billion in market value, due to a draft Digital Asset Market Transparency Act that prohibits providing passive yields to stablecoin holders. Despite short-term impacts on application restrictions, analysts believe the bill will build a regulatory moat for Circle and optimize its business model. Additionally, Tether has committed to accepting audits to enhance transparency. USDC's future performance will influence market trends.

The Trump family plans to hold a cryptocurrency elite event on April 25 in Florida for "Trump Coin" holders, inviting 297 investors to participate. The event has attracted political attention, with Democrats criticizing it as a "crypto corruption club" and questioning Trump's business conduct. The conference has the potential to further draw high-net-worth investors and global crypto industry focus, and in conjunction with the upcoming 2026 midterm elections, related political attacks may intensify.

International Energy Agency Director Birol stated in Tokyo that in response to surging global energy prices, it will prepare to release additional oil reserves. Previously, Japan's Prime Minister requested preparations for a second emergency release. The IEA has announced the release of 400 million barrels of oil and warned that global energy security faces severe threats.