Gate Crypto Flash News and Market Updates

Gate News message, a newly created wallet address "0xEbE" deposited $10 million USDC into HyperLiquid and opened a 63,000 BRENTOIL short position with 20x leverage. Another wallet "0x9D3", linked to the same whale, holds 20x short positions of 250,000 BRENTOIL (valued at $22.5 million) and 210,000 C

Gate News: According to the latest Gate TradFi data, TW88 (MSCI Taiwan) has surged by 1.5% in a short period. Current volatility is significantly higher than recent averages, indicating increased market

Analysis of LayerZero OApps post-KelpDAO hack reveals significant security issues, with 47% using the least secure 1-of-1 DVN tier. KelpDAO’s rsETH token also operates at this vulnerable level, exposing risks in single-validator architectures.

JackYi, founder of Liquid Capital, asserts the market is in a rally phase but anticipates a pullback due to potential triggers like declining U.S. equities and inflation data. He advises investors to focus on risk management and capital preservation.

On April 20, Bitcoin spot ETFs experienced net inflows of $238.37 million, with BlackRock's IBIT leading at $256.05 million. Grayscale's GBTC and Fidelity's FBTC saw net outflows.

South Korea's central bank Governor Shin Hyun-song aims to promote CBDCs and deposit tokens through Project Hangang Phase 2, emphasizing digital payment innovation and financial stability while signaling a softening stance on stablecoins.

Scala Data Centers is set to launch its Scala AI City project in late 2026, costing $500 million for infrastructure. The facility will utilize liquid cooling for high AI workloads and aims for a 4.75 gigawatt capacity, positioning Brazil as an AI processing hub.

Pharos has announced the tokenomics for its PROS token, with a total supply of 1 billion. Allocations include 16% for the Foundation Treasury, 9% for Lab Co. Treasury, and a 12-month lock-up for team and investors. The token will be used for various applications, with a phased inflation policy starting at 5% after six months.

A U.S. crypto exchange is negotiating with a Dubai platform to tokenize U.S. stocks for international users, while facing regulatory challenges. The Dubai platform aims for compliance and secure licensing through a local joint venture.

Morocco's Ministry of Industry and Trade has extended safeguard measures on imported hot-rolled steel for three years, with declining tariff rates starting at 19% and covering specific tariff codes.

Huawei has launched AI glasses in China, featuring an in-house chip and various smart functions. The global AI glasses market saw a significant increase in shipments, with China becoming the second-largest market.

Michael Egorov, founder of Curve Finance, urges the DeFi industry to develop unified security standards to prevent centralized vulnerabilities. He highlights recent incidents affecting users and calls for collaboration among key organizations for proactive security measures.

The U.S. Senate Banking Committee is unlikely to address a crypto market structure bill in April due to disagreements over stablecoin rewards. With a delay until May, the future of digital asset legislation remains uncertain, impacting the establishment of regulatory frameworks.

Adobe has introduced CX Enterprise, an AI suite aimed at automating and personalizing digital marketing for enterprises. It integrates with major platforms and is adopted by leading advertising agencies to enhance customer interactions and improve marketing performance.

Revolut's CEO Nik Storonsky stated that the digital bank will not pursue an IPO before 2028, emphasizing the potential of future secondary share sales for building trust. After obtaining a UK banking license, they are applying for a US bank charter, expecting approval within a year.

Artlist, an Israeli video creation company, reported a rise in annual recurring revenue to $300 million in 2026, driven by a 600% growth in new users. The launch of Artlist Studio, an AI-powered video production platform, furthers its expansion, following previous acquisitions.

US software company Strategy purchased $2.54 billion in bitcoin, primarily funded by preferred share sales, marking its largest weekly acquisition since November 2024. It now holds $61 billion in bitcoin and plans to increase dividend payments to stabilize share price.

Kaio, a tokenization firm in Abu Dhabi, raised $8 million from Tether and other investors to enhance blockchain asset distribution. With a total of $19 million, it manages around $100 million and plans to launch an on-chain fund with Mubadala Capital.

A new wallet withdrew 199,999 HYPE from a major CEX, selling them for about $8.15 million at an average price of $40.77 before transferring the funds to another exchange.

Swedish private equity firm EQT has raised $15.6 billion for its Asia buyout fund, the largest ever for the region. The fund, driven by global investor diversification, attracted significant capital from the U.S., Asia, and Europe, with a notable increase in new investors.