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On-chain analyst Yu Jin reports that a wallet on Trump's Mar-a-Lago leaderboard transferred 2.22 million TRUMP tokens worth $6.82 million to a major exchange. The wallet had initially bought the tokens for $7.05 million and previously faced a $14.61 million loss on MELANIA tokens.

On April 18, Onchain Lens reported that a wallet linked to Arthur Hayes deposited 3,000 ETH, worth about $7.26 million, to a major centralized exchange, highlighting notable whale activity.

Iran's Army Commander Ali Jahan Shahi announced that a failed U.S. military operation in southern Isfahan influenced Iran's decision to accept a ceasefire. Iranian forces thwarted the attempt to rescue a downed pilot, resulting in the loss of several aircraft.

AI-generated bug reports are overwhelming the cURL project, with a significant rise in submissions leading to resource strain. Maintainers are responding by limiting AI model access and pausing vulnerability reward programs to manage the influx.

Senator Elizabeth Warren accused SEC Chair Paul Atkins of misleading Congress about enforcement actions' decline. With only 456 new cases in 2025, concerns arise regarding the SEC's effectiveness and the regulatory landscape for cryptocurrency and market oversight.

The Buck protocol announced an immediate shutdown, ensuring holders receive 100% capital returns with fully backed reserves. A redemption window has opened with no time limit for asset retrieval.

xAI launched speech-to-text and text-to-speech APIs for its Grok platform, enabling developers to integrate natural voice interactions into applications. This update enhances user experience and accessibility for various use cases.

Iconiq, a San Francisco-based wealth manager, plans to raise a new fund focused on AI investments, having previously invested over $3 billion in AI startups in 2025. The firm's investor base has shifted to include more institutional backers, and it recently made six new AI investments.

Nearly 120,000 authors have claimed a share of Anthropic's $1.5 billion settlement over unauthorized book use in AI training. The settlement, resulting from copyright violations, raises concerns about fair competition in the AI industry.

The U.S. Treasury's OFAC issued General License 135, permitting specific Russian energy transactions impacted by sanctions, allowing necessary deliveries and repairs for cargo loaded before April 17, with a deadline for completion by May 17.

Gate News message, Morgan Stanley bought 177.76 BTC worth $13.75M three hours ago. The firm now holds 1,347.54 BTC worth $103.94M in total.

Anthropic's Chief Product Officer Mike Krieger has resigned from Figma's board, with the company stating the exit was unrelated to any internal disagreements. His departure follows a partnership between Figma and Anthropic to incorporate AI design assistants.

Hesai launched the color-detecting EXT lidar sensor for autonomous driving, set for mass production this year and vehicle integration by 2027. The sensor, using the Picasso chip, combines spatial and color detection, targeting key automotive partnerships and advancements in lidar technology.

The U.S. government is urging major automakers to boost weapons production to replenish military stockpiles impacted by conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East, adopting strategies from World War II. Negotiations are still in progress.

Payward, the parent company of a major centralized exchange, is set to acquire Bitnomial, the first fully licensed U.S. digital asset derivatives firm, for up to $550 million, valuing Payward at $20 billion. This marks a key advancement in regulated crypto trading.

Peruvian President Bazaldua has postponed the $3.5 billion purchase of F-16 fighter jets, suggesting the next government handle the decision. This move drew criticism from U.S. Ambassador Navarro, warning against undermining U.S. interests.

Cerebras Systems filed for an IPO with U.S. regulators on April 17, 2023, representing its second attempt to go public as an AI chip manufacturer.

Meta plans to lay off about 10% of its workforce, around 8,000 employees, on May 20. More layoffs are expected in 2026, with details depending on advancements in AI technology.

An Iranian official announced that Iran and the U.S. are drafting a memorandum of understanding for a permanent peace agreement, with negotiations set in Pakistan and a 60-day follow-up timeframe.

The Federal Reserve is highly likely to keep interest rates steady in April, with a 99.5% probability. Looking ahead to June, there's a 94.1% chance of maintaining rates, a 0.5% chance of an increase, and a 5.4% chance of a cut.