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AI startup Anthropic, creator of Claude, has attracted several investment offers from venture capital firms, with valuations soaring to $800 billion, as reported by Business Insider.

On April 15, Japan's Nikkei 225 index rose 410.48 points to 58,287.87, closing above 58,000 for the first time in three months. South Korea's KOSPI index increased by 177.87 points, with Samsung Electronics shares gaining over 4%.

From 2026-04-15 00:00 to 00:15 (UTC), the BTC price recorded a +0.54% return within 15 minutes. The range fluctuated between 74129.2 and 74680.0 USDT, with a 0.74% amplitude. This round of short-term upside momentum came alongside a synchronized increase in trading volume, boosting market attention and causing volatility to exceed the daily average level. The main drivers behind this unusual move are that on-chain monitoring detected two large BTC transfers totaling 3050 BTC flowing into the exchange’s mainstream addresses, triggering capital to concentrate into both the spot and futures markets at the same time. Exchange net inflow

2026-04-15 00:00 to 00:15 (UTC), ETH shows a local anomaly. The 15-minute return rate is +0.66%. The trading price range is 2321.93–2343.2 USDT, with a range of 0.92%. During this period, market attention increased, volatility slightly intensified, buy pressure in the order book shifted upward in the short term, and quickly pushed spot prices up into a key resistance area. The main drivers of this anomaly are large on-chain transfers and inflows of capital in combination. At the beginning of the window, multiple large ETH transfers appeared, including 8,676 ETH and 6,551 ETH, respectively, transferring from a large source to the

Ether.fi will provide $3 billion in ETH for validator liquidity to ETHGas, enhancing validator earnings and improving transaction predictability. The initiative supports Ethereum's role in global capital settlement and has garnered investor backing.

The IMF has downgraded its global growth forecast due to the impact of Middle East conflicts on energy prices, presenting three potential scenarios. The adverse outlook suggests recession risks with rising oil prices affecting growth, particularly in emerging markets.

KKR will invest approximately $820 million in Samsung SDS through convertible bonds, facilitating a potential future equity stake.

French President Macron is leading a summit to establish unified EU standards for minors' social media access, addressing mental health concerns. Several member states are advancing legislation, with France proposing a ban on under-15 usage.

Samsung Electronics increased prices for select smartphones and tablets in the U.S., citing rising costs from memory supply shortages. Key models, including the Galaxy Z Flip7 and Galaxy Tab S11, saw significant price hikes, indicating potential increases for future products.

Gate News: According to the latest Gate TradFi data, USDINR (US Dollar vs Indian Rupee) has dropped by 1% in a short period. Current volatility is significantly higher than recent averages, indicating increased market

Goldman Sachs filed for a Bitcoin ETF with the SEC, aiming to invest primarily in Bitcoin ETPs and generate monthly dividends through options sales. This move marks a shift to issuer status and reflects increasing institutional interest in crypto investments.

Nvidia shares increased by over 18% in 10 days, fueled by high demand for AI chips from major tech companies. CEO Huang announced over $1 trillion in GPU orders through 2027, while Nvidia denied acquisition rumors and launched a quantum computing model.

Gate News message, April 14 — WTI crude oil futures (U.S. benchmark crude oil) extended losses to 4%, trading at $87.113 per barrel as of April 15.

Nvidia has denied acquisition rumors about major PC or server companies like Dell or HP, emphasizing no discussions have occurred. The company has made significant investments recently but faces regulatory challenges from potential acquisitions.

Wanted Lab is launching Ennoia, an AI platform for enterprise transformation, allowing all employees to utilize AI in workflows. The platform emphasizes security and integrates advanced AI technologies for better functionality. An upcoming conference will further explore HR trends.

Strategy Inc.'s preferred stock STRC saw $1.1 billion in trading volume as the company continues its Bitcoin acquisition program, purchasing 13,927 BTC. STRC has become vital for raising capital, with a target of $84 billion by 2027.

Auckland Airport's domestic terminal was evacuated on April 14 due to a security breach, causing flight delays and requiring all passengers to be rescreened. Additionally, Lufthansa announced strikes affecting flights from April 16 to 17.

The Ethereum Foundation launched a $1 million Audit Subsidy Program to assist developers with smart contract audit costs, featuring an expert review process and partnerships with major firms. It introduced the CROPS framework to enhance security and attract builders without exclusivity clauses.

Anthropic is set to launch its next flagship model, Claude Opus 4.7, and an AI tool for website and presentation creation, potentially as soon as this week.