Global central banks are currently navigating a challenging period marked by an energy crisis and the influence of U.S. President Donald Trump's tweets. According to Jin10, these factors have created a policy 'vacuum' as central banks grapple with the dual threats of inflation resurgence and economic slowdown. The dilemma lies in the potential risks associated with either raising or lowering interest rates, leading many to adopt a wait-and-see approach.

Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem stated on the 27th that the group firmly opposes engaging in direct negotiations with Israel. According to Odaily, this declaration underscores Hezbollah's longstanding position against direct dialogue with the Israeli state.

Three separate cases have revealed structural vulnerabilities in blockchain gambling platforms.

Berenberg economists have indicated in a report that the Bank of England might maintain interest rates at 3.75% in 2026, with a potential resumption of rate cuts in the future. According to Jin10, data from the London Stock Exchange shows that due to high global energy prices and inflation concerns, the market has fully priced in two 25 basis point rate hikes by the Bank of England this year. Berenberg economists noted that the UK is facing economic weakness and a slowdown in the labor market, which could curb a significant rise in inflation. They also mentioned that members of the Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee might wait for data indicating weak demand and inflation before resuming rate cuts.

Hezbollah leader Naeem Qassem stated on the 27th that he firmly rejects direct negotiations with Israel. (Xinhua)

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According to a report from CoinShares research, digital asset investment products recorded a net inflow of $1.2 billion this week, marking the fourth consecutive week of positive inflows. Total assets under management (AuM) rose to $155 billion, the highest level since February 1st. Bitcoin led the pack with $933 million inflows, bringing its year-to-date inflows to $4 billion. Ethereum saw inflows exceeding $190 million for the third consecutive week, while XRP returned to net inflows after a week of outflows. Regionally, the US led the inflows this week ($1.1 billion), with Germany, Switzerland, and Canada also recording positive inflows, indicating broad-based demand. Furthermore, blockchain stock ETFs have attracted a cumulative $617 million over the past three weeks, setting a new weekly inflow record, reflecting the continued rise in institutional investor interest in this sector. The market is currently focused on the FOMC meeting on April 28-29, which may cause some short-term volatility.

Digital asset trading platform Gate released its latest quarterly report, showcasing strong momentum for continued expansion across several core businesses. Gate Perp DEX, building on a mature product ecosystem, entered a phase of large-scale growth, with a cumulative trading volume exceeding $13 billion in the first quarter, surpassing 10 million trades and offering over 600 trading pairs. While covering mainstream crypto assets, it introduced TradFi perpetual contracts for gold, silver, and crude oil, propelling the platform from single-asset derivatives trading to a multi-asset market. Meanwhile, the ETF and derivatives markets performed actively, with ETF quarterly trading volume increasing from 6.7 billion USDT at the beginning of the year to over 18 billion USDT, covering more than 320 trading pairs; the options business saw a 54.6% increase in daily average trading users. TradFi-related products became a significant driver of derivatives growth, pushing the trading structure from a single crypto asset to a multi-asset system. Regarding the institutional and product ecosystem, the platform's growth momentum continues to be released. Institutional contract trading volume increased by over 50% compared to the end of last year, and the total number of institutional users grew by over 66%; assets under management increased by 22%, and trading volume increased by 192%. CrossEx's trading volume and net asset size increased by approximately 9.4 times and 3.1 times, respectively. Gate's multi-business synergy growth, relying on the integration of TradFi and crypto assets, is accelerating its evolution into a multi-asset integrated trading platform.

Tokyo Gas announced on April 27 that it will increase its base fees for the first time in nearly half a century to offset rising costs and declining demand. According to Jin10, the company stated that the monthly bill for average households will rise by approximately 2.6% starting in October. A spokesperson noted that this marks the first adjustment to the fixed fee portion, or base charge, since 1980. The price hike reflects increased costs necessary to maintain services, including expenditures for call centers, information systems, and investments to ensure the safety of gas equipment. This move comes as Japanese households and businesses face rising inflation, with the Middle East conflict driving up gasoline and electricity costs. The variable portion of electricity and gas bills, known as the fuel cost adjustment, is updated monthly based on changes in overseas prices.

On April 27, Baidu announced the release of its general intelligence platform, GenFlow4.0, during the Baidu AI Day Open Day event. According to Jin10, the platform, developed in collaboration with Baidu Wenku and Baidu Netdisk, features a comprehensive upgrade to the Office Agent. Both individuals and teams can now deploy OpenClaw with a single click within the GenFlow4.0 platform. As of now, GenFlow4.0 boasts 100 million monthly active users, with monthly task deliveries reaching 200 million.

U.S. President Donald Trump is set to convene a national security meeting today to discuss a proposal aimed at reopening the Hormuz Strait and ending hostilities. According to Odaily, this meeting will focus on evaluating the potential measures to address the ongoing tensions in the region.

The Ohio State Teachers Retirement Fund has recently disclosed the acquisition of 5,881 shares of MicroStrategy (MSTR). According to Odaily, this purchase raises their total holdings to 93,570 shares, valued at approximately $16 million.

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A new academic study has identified xAI’s Grok 4.1 Fast as the most hazardous among leading AI chatbots when handling prompts involving delusions, paranoia, and suicidal ideation, raising fresh concerns over the mental health risks posed by increasingly human-like AI systems.

A Chinese model found her face had been used without permission in an AI-generated microdrama, where she was shown as a violent villain. She says the use of her image came from photos she had posted online and has now taken legal steps against the platform behind the show.

The KelpDAO vulnerability attack was not a black swan event; it was a predictable failure mode.

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Evan Tangeman was jailed for 70 months for helping launder money from a $263 million crypto theft ring. He worked with a group linked to Singapore figure Malone Lam, turning stolen crypto into cash and luxury goods.

Polymarket and Kalshi are not jointly supporting a competitor; they are insuring the market foundation they will need for their future.

The United States military is no longer just observing Bitcoin from the sidelines—it is now operating within the network itself.