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Audiera has teamed up with Alchemy Pay to allow users to convert fiat currencies into $BEAT tokens easily. This integration enhances accessibility to Audiera's Web3 entertainment platform, attracting a broader audience and simplifying crypto adoption.

Bitcoin spot ETFs saw significant net inflows of $664 million on April 17, the largest in three months. BlackRock led the funds with $284 million, followed by Fidelity and ARK. Other products saw minimal contributions.

Ethereum spot ETFs saw $127 million in net inflows on April 17, with Fidelity's FETH leading at $84.13 million, followed by BlackRock's ETHA and other notable contributions from Grayscale and 21Shares.

Pi Network has launched its first Smart Contract feature on Testnet, enabling users to set up automatic subscription payments while maintaining control of their funds. This marks a shift toward ecosystem utility and lays the groundwork for potential mainnet deployment.

Bitdeer reported producing and selling 177 BTC in the week ending April 17, resulting in no net increase in its holdings, leaving the firm with a zero Bitcoin position.

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu was surprised by Trump's comments on bombing restrictions in Lebanon, learning about them through media reports. His team is seeking clarification from the White House, concerned they contradict the Lebanon ceasefire terms.

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President Trump announced that U.S. negotiations about a potential conflict with Iran will persist over the weekend. He firmly denied any possibility of Iran imposing tolls on vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.

The Hong Kong SFC warns that prediction markets are speculative and not investment products, lacking regulatory protection. They involve gambling elements, potentially making them illegal. The committee urges the public to differentiate between investment and gambling.

X's new Cashtags feature, launched on April 15, generated $1 billion in trading volume in two days, allowing users to access trading platforms and view price charts. Currently available only on iPhone in the U.S. and Canada, it complements the forthcoming X Money payment system, part of Elon Musk's vision for an "everything app."

Beijing's second robot half-marathon features over 300 humanoid robots from 70 teams competing on a 21-km course. Advances in autonomous movement are highlighted, with 40% operating without control. China dominates the humanoid robot market, despite production challenges.

Elon Musk clarified that SpaceX and Tesla are important customers of TSMC, not competitors, citing the need for TSMC to expand capacity with the "Terafab" project amid rising semiconductor demand. TSMC recognizes both Intel and Tesla as both customers and competitors.

MicroStrategy's stock surged 13.83% as Bitcoin reclaimed $78,000, returning the company to an unrealized profit of $1.37 billion. The rise follows easing tensions in the Middle East and a broader rally in risk assets, despite criticism of its preferred stock.

The U.S. is contemplating increased uranium imports from Namibia to support nuclear energy for AI data centers, as China dominates Namibia's uranium sector. Rising uranium prices are reviving mining interests, despite water supply challenges in the arid region.

President Trump warned that the U.S. may end its ceasefire with Iran if no agreement is made by April 22, continuing to impose economic pressure by blockading Iranian ports.

U.S. President Donald Trump reported "very positive" developments concerning Iran, focusing on preventing the country from obtaining nuclear weapons, following recent favorable news.

Gate News message, April 18 — U.S. stock indices closed sharply higher on April 17, with the S&P 500 rising 1.2% to 7,126.06, the Nasdaq Composite gaining 1.52% to 24,468.48, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average climbing 1.79% to 49,447.43. The Nasdaq extended its winning streak to 13 consecutive tr

Aztec Network has completed the liquidation of 19,388.4 ETH from its December public sale, transferring the final 5,020 ETH to a major CEX. The project raised around $59.13 million, with the AZTEC token price dropping nearly 50% post-auction.

Israeli forces launched major military operations against Iran on April 17, destroying 60% of its ballistic missile systems and targeting key facilities in Tehran, resulting in the deaths of 40 senior officials. The operations involved 200 aircraft striking 500 targets and establishing air superiority.

Topnod has partnered with Layer1 blockchain Pharos, providing a user-friendly self-custody wallet that simplifies access to real-world assets. It will support Pharos's airdrop activities and facilitate the distribution of RWA assets on the Pharos chain.