Global TradFi & Macroeconomics

Gate News message, April 21 — Vanke A announced that its 2023 first-period medium-term note (MTN), ticker "23万科MTN001" (code 102381014), will mature on April 23, 2026. The bond, with an issuance size

Gate News message, April 21 — Eightco Holdings, a Nasdaq-listed company, disclosed an updated portfolio with total assets valued at approximately $336 million, according to PRNewswire. The holdings include 283,452,700 WLD tokens, 11,068 ETH, a $90 million

U.S. March retail sales rose 1.7%, beating the 1.4% forecast by 0.3 points, signaling stronger consumer spending at retail establishments.

Gate News message, April 21 — Prominent whale trader Dr. Profit has deployed $1 million in a bearish bet against altcoins, spreading the capital across 100 separate positions with independent margins to limit liquidation risk to 1% per position. Dr. Profit also holds a $120,000 BTC short and

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

The UK-based neobank could go public in the next two years, according to statements of its co-founder and CEO, Nik Storonsky. During its latest funding round conducted in October, the firm reached a valuation of $75 billion, up from $45 billion before. Key Takeaways: Revolut CEO Nik Storonsky

Brazilian stablecoins are widening beyond crypto as tax-free payments outpace fiat taxes; Lula delays a 3.5% levy amid backlash, shaping future policy amid inflation and rising election tensions. Abstract: The Brazilian uptake of stablecoins is broadening beyond crypto sectors as firms leverage dollar-pegged payments to bypass financial transaction taxes that apply to fiat. Industry sources, notably Bloquo’s Carlos Russo, note that stablecoins accelerate B2B settlements across banks, brokerages, and cross-border dealings, including Bolivia. Trading volumes reached about 29.4 billion reais in December. The government proposed a 3.5% stablecoin tax but faced strong opposition, prompting President Lula to defer the measure to a potential future term amid inflation and precarious polls against Flavio Bolsonaro. The episode highlights a policy crossroads where crypto regulation could be shaped by political risk and macroeconomic pressures.

William Hill and 888 parent Evoke confirmed Monday it is in takeover discussions with Bally’s Intralot at 50 pence per share, valuing the FTSE 250-listed betting group at £225.3 million ($303.9 million). Key Takeaways: Evoke confirmed 50p-per-share Bally’s Intralot offer valuing group at £225.3M.

Gate News message, April 21 — ProCap Financial, founded by crypto entrepreneur Anthony Pompliano, has partnered with Kalshi, a prediction market operator, to launch a research service focused on prediction market analysis. The service leverages Kalshi's data pipeline and ProCap's AI agents to

Gate News message, April 21 — The U.S. State Department announced that American military forces boarded the stateless, sanctioned oil tanker M/T TIFANI in the Indo-Pacific region. The vessel underwent inspection as part of U.S. military operations in the

LayerZero attributed a $290 million exploit of KelpDAO's cross-chain rsETH configuration to North Korea's Lazarus Group on April 18, describing the attacker as a "highly-sophisticated state actor." According to LayerZero, the incident was limited to KelpDAO's rsETH setup and did not spread to other

Gate News message, April 21 — Scammers impersonating Iranian authorities have targeted shipping companies with vessels stranded west of the Strait of Hormuz, demanding Bitcoin and Tether (USDT) payments in exchange for safe passage, according to maritime risk firm Marisks. The fraudsters

Russia says it is technically ready to resume oil shipments to Hungary via the Friendship Pipeline, but Kyiv's actions will determine resumption; Moscow cites Ukrainian extortion for the halt. Abstract: Russia states it is technically prepared to restart oil shipments to Hungary through the Friendship Pipeline, contingent on Kyiv's steps, with Moscow attributing the halt to Ukrainian extortion.

Abstract: JPMorgan strategists lift their S&P 500 year-end target to 7,600 from 7,200 on renewed AI optimism, anticipating higher levels this year as tech and AI prospects improve. Summary: JPMorgan raises S&P 500 year-end target to 7,600 from 7,200, citing renewed AI optimism; at 7,109, about 7% upside, with potential gains fueled by AI-driven growth.

Gate News: According to the latest Gate TradFi data, UNH (UnitedHealth) has surged by 6% in a short period. Current volatility is significantly higher than recent averages, indicating increased market activity.

Abstract: Bitcoin spot ETFs attracted about $1 billion in net inflows last week, led by BlackRock's IBIT with $906.1 million and Morgan Stanley's MSBT with $71.1 million in its first full trading week, following $786.3 million the previous week. Summary: Bitcoin spot ETF inflows totaled about $1B last week, the largest in three months; IBIT led with $906.1M, while MSBT added $71.1M in its first full week.