Gate Crypto Flash News and Market Updates

Request Network (REQ) surged 23.68% in just 15 minutes, reaching $0.152, with a 24-hour rise of 116.52% and trading volume over $8 million. Factors include retail interest and whale accumulation. Resistance at $0.160 and support at $0.122 are under observation.

Hong Kong's Financial Secretary Deputy Chief Lam Ho-him noted increased interest from Middle Eastern clients in transferring funds and opening local accounts. He highlighted mutual engagement, the expansion of virtual insurance in the region, and the introduction of Islamic bond ETFs, indicating Hong Kong's development as a digital asset innovation hub.

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres condemned the attack in Lebanon that killed a French peacekeeper, stating it violates international law and may constitute war crimes. He urged for an end to such attacks and accountability for perpetrators.

Kamino has temporarily suspended interactions with LayerZero-related tokens as a precaution, while allowing withdrawals and debt repayments. They emphasize that this measure is for risk management and that user funds are safe.

President Trump convened a Situation Room meeting to address the escalating crisis in the Strait of Hormuz and Iran negotiations, with officials warning of potential conflict if no quick resolution is found. Key attendees included Vice President Vance and Secretary of State Rubio.

On April 19, Onchain Lens reported that the Trump Token team moved 7.59 million TRUMP tokens, worth about $21.81 million, to a BitGo custody address, typically used for future transfers to exchanges.

A trader with 8.02 billion ASTEROID tokens has achieved $2.6 million in unrealized gains after holding the position for over 580 days, as reported by Lookonchain.

Iran's Civil Aviation Organization announced plans to reopen the country's airspace in four phases, gradually resuming partial flight operations, though specific timelines remain undisclosed.

Gate News message, according to onchain data, the Aave multisig guardian has frozen WETH on lending markets. The guardian executed the freeze action through its multisignature wallet mechanism.

Marc Zeller of Aave announced his proposal to end the Aave-Chan Initiative Frontier project. He will exit his validator roles, return ETH to protect wETH depositors, and forgo potential income to minimize user impact. Zeller has significantly influenced Aave's incentive mechanisms and plans to exit Aave in July.

The U.S. Treasury's OFAC sanctions list includes 518 Bitcoin addresses that have significantly engaged in crypto transactions, currently holding about 9,306 BTC valued at $707 million, highlighting the relationship between cryptocurrency and financial regulation.

Honor's "Lightning" humanoid robot set a new record at the 2026 Beijing Yizhuang Humanoid Robot Half Marathon, completing the race in 50 minutes and 26 seconds, exceeding the human world record.

The Trump-Iran war has severely disrupted global oil supply, cutting over 500 million barrels and causing $50 billion in losses in seven weeks. Analysts predict prolonged impacts on supply chains, with significant recovery delays expected.

Manycore Tech, a Hangzhou-based spatial AI firm, successfully launched on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, raising US$157 million. The company's stock opened significantly higher, reflecting strong investor demand and a turnaround to profitability after years of losses.

Worldwide app launches surged 60% year-on-year in Q1 2026, with iOS releases up 80%. AI apps drive growth, but retention and refund rates are concerning. Games dominate launches, while subscription apps, especially on iOS, are increasingly incorporating AI technology.

Kelp DAO's cross-chain bridge was exploited, resulting in the theft of 116,500 rsETH worth about $292 million, the largest DeFi attack of 2026. Multiple protocols have taken protective measures, and Kelp DAO is investigating the incident with experts.

RaveDAO addressed recent inquiries about RAVE price changes, denying any team involvement in price manipulation. It underlined its focus on long-term growth in building a music ecosystem and plans to align community incentives, sell unlocked tokens strategically, and donate profits to charity.

Bitcoin rose to $78,000 but dropped to $76,091 following reports of tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran's actions triggered $762 million in liquidations among traders, with implications for crypto markets as Iran accepts payments in bitcoin and other currencies to navigate sanctions.

China's clean energy exports surged in March, with solar cell exports up 80% and EVs rising 53%, fueled by global demand amidst oil supply issues. However, domestic overcapacity and international tariffs pose challenges to the industry's growth.