π Kobe Steel to Raise Steel Plate Prices by at Least 10,000 Yen per Ton from April Contracts
#KobeSteel #SteelPlatePrices #PriceIncrease #SteelIndustry #RawMaterialCosts #ProductionCosts #MarketDynamics #SteelManufacturers #JapanSteel #GlobalSteel
Kobe Steel, a major Japanese steel manufacturer, has announced a price increase for its steel plate products. According to Jin10, starting from April contracts, the company will raise prices by at least 10,000 yen per ton. This move is part of Kobe Steel's strategy to address rising production costs and maintain profitability amid fluctuating market conditions. The price adjustment reflects the company's response to increased demand and higher raw material costs, which have been impacting the steel industry globally. Kobe Steel's decision is expected to influence market dynamics and could lead to similar actions by other steel producers.#KobeSteel #SteelPlatePrices #PriceIncrease #SteelIndustry #RawMaterialCosts #ProductionCosts #MarketDynamics #SteelManufacturers #JapanSteel #GlobalSteel
π Circle Unveils Cross-Blockchain Crypto Transfer Design Using USDC
#Crypto #Blockchain #USDC #CrossChain #Fintech #Cryptocurrency #DigitalPayments
Circle has announced a new technology design aimed at facilitating cryptocurrency transfers or swaps across different blockchains using USDC, without the need for holding native gas tokens. According to NS3.AI, the design could be implemented through Arc, a Gas Station model where developers cover the fees, or a Paymaster system that allows users to pay gas fees with USDC on existing blockchains.#Crypto #Blockchain #USDC #CrossChain #Fintech #Cryptocurrency #DigitalPayments
π Chainalysis to Implement Real-Time Monitoring for Sui Network
#Chainalysis #SuiNetwork #SUI #RealTimeMonitoring #Blockchain #CryptoSecurity #KYT #NetworkActivity #FraudDetection
Chainalysis has announced its plan to support the Sui network and its native token, SUI, with a real-time monitoring system. According to NS3.AI, the company's Know Your Transaction solution will enable users to track network activity, receive instant alerts for any suspicious behavior, identify high-risk addresses, and oversee illicit activities.#Chainalysis #SuiNetwork #SUI #RealTimeMonitoring #Blockchain #CryptoSecurity #KYT #NetworkActivity #FraudDetection
π China's Industrial Profits Surge Before Middle East Conflict Impacts Oil Market
#China #industrialprofits #economicgrowth #MiddleEastconflict #oilmarket #geopoliticaltensions #rawmaterials
China's industrial enterprises experienced a significant increase in profits during the first two months of 2026. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting that this growth occurred prior to the escalation of conflict in the Middle East, which has since disrupted the global oil market and driven up raw material costs. The surge in profits reflects a period of economic strength for China's industrial sector, although the subsequent geopolitical tensions have introduced new challenges for businesses reliant on stable oil prices and affordable raw materials.#China #industrialprofits #economicgrowth #MiddleEastconflict #oilmarket #geopoliticaltensions #rawmaterials
π Ping An of China to Increase Short-Term Debt Purchases Amid Market Volatility
#PingAnOfChina #ShortTermDebt #MarketVolatility #InvestmentStrategy #GeopoliticalTensions #MiddleEastInstability #FinancialInstitutions #GlobalMarkets #IranConflict #Liquidity #SafeAssets #InvestmentPlanning #GeopoliticalUnrest
Ping An of China is set to increase its acquisitions of short-term debt issued by Chinese banks as a strategy to protect its investments from market fluctuations caused by the ongoing conflict in Iran. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting the company's move to mitigate risks associated with the geopolitical tensions affecting global markets.
The decision comes as financial institutions worldwide are reassessing their portfolios in response to the instability in the Middle East. By focusing on short-term debt, Ping An aims to maintain liquidity and reduce exposure to long-term uncertainties.
This approach reflects a broader trend among investors seeking safer assets amid unpredictable market conditions. The situation in Iran has led to increased volatility, prompting companies like Ping An to adapt their investment strategies accordingly.
Ping An's strategy underscores the importance of flexibility in financial planning, especially during periods of geopolitical unrest. As the situation in Iran continues to evolve, investors are closely monitoring developments to adjust their strategies and safeguard their assets.#PingAnOfChina #ShortTermDebt #MarketVolatility #InvestmentStrategy #GeopoliticalTensions #MiddleEastInstability #FinancialInstitutions #GlobalMarkets #IranConflict #Liquidity #SafeAssets #InvestmentPlanning #GeopoliticalUnrest
π STOCKS | DBS Expands into India's Thriving Equity Market
#STOCKS #DBS #India #EquityMarket #Finance #Investing #MarketExpansion #GlobalMarkets #CapitalMarket #FinancialGrowth
DBS has made a significant move by entering India's dynamic equity capital market, a region known for its active share sales. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting the strategic expansion as DBS seeks to capitalize on the bustling financial environment in India. This development underscores the growing interest in India's market, which has been attracting global attention due to its robust activity in equity transactions. DBS's entry is seen as a strategic effort to tap into the opportunities presented by one of the world's most vibrant venues for equity sales.#STOCKS #DBS #India #EquityMarket #Finance #Investing #MarketExpansion #GlobalMarkets #CapitalMarket #FinancialGrowth
π AI Sector Experiences Significant Decline Amid Market Uncertainty
#AI #Crypto #Cryptocurrency #MarketDecline #Bitcoin #Ethereum #DeFi #CeFi #PayFi #Layer1 #Layer2 #MemeCoin #MarketUncertainty #CryptoNews #BTC #ETH
The cryptocurrency market witnessed a widespread downturn, with the AI sector experiencing a notable decline. According to PANews, data from SoSoValue indicates that renewed negotiation deadlocks have sparked market panic, leading to a general pullback in the crypto sector. Over the past 24 hours, the AI sector fell by 7.96%, with Siren (SIREN) dropping 29.88%, Worldcoin (WLD) decreasing by 8.81%, and Kite (KITE) falling 16.60%. Meanwhile, Bitcoin (BTC) declined by 3.17%, falling below $69,000, and Ethereum (ETH) dropped 4.21%, slipping under $2,100.
In other sectors, the CeFi sector saw a 2.20% decrease over 24 hours, although Aster (ASTER) rose by 1.35%. The PayFi sector fell by 2.88%, with XRP (XRP) down 3.16%. The Layer1 sector experienced a 3.26% decline, while Canton Network (CC) surged by 2.53% during trading. The DeFi sector dropped 3.77%, yet Onyxcoin (XCN) remained resilient, increasing by 5.34%. The Layer2 sector fell by 4.04%, with OpenLedger (OPEN) defying the trend by rising 8%. The Meme sector decreased by 5.14%, although BUILDon (B) saw a 2.14% increase during trading.#AI #Crypto #Cryptocurrency #MarketDecline #Bitcoin #Ethereum #DeFi #CeFi #PayFi #Layer1 #Layer2 #MemeCoin #MarketUncertainty #CryptoNews #BTC #ETH
π Federal Reserve Confirms No Current Plans for CBDC Development
#FederalReserve #CBDC #DigitalCurrency #BrettGuynn #BlockBeats #CoinDesk #USCentralBank #DigitalCurrencyDiscussions #CentralBank
The Federal Reserve has no active plans to develop a central bank digital currency (CBDC), according to Brett Guynn, a legal official at the institution. According to BlockBeats, this statement was reported by CoinDesk on March 27. The announcement comes amid ongoing discussions and interest in digital currencies globally, but the U.S. central bank has not committed to any specific development in this area.#FederalReserve #CBDC #DigitalCurrency #BrettGuynn #BlockBeats #CoinDesk #USCentralBank #DigitalCurrencyDiscussions #CentralBank
π South Korea Limits Naphtha Exports Amid Middle East Tensions
#SouthKorea #Naphtha #Exports #MiddleEast #Tensions #PlasticProduction #Polyethylene #SupplyChain #Geopolitics #EnergySecurity
In light of ongoing tensions in the Middle East, South Korea is experiencing a surge in demand for garbage bags, driven by concerns over the supply of key raw materials used in plastic production. According to Jin10, South Korean media reported on March 26 that the government plans to classify garbage bags as a 'core control item' to monitor supply and demand, while assuring that current inventories are sufficient and stockpiling is unnecessary.
The primary raw material for garbage bags, polyethylene, is derived from naphtha, which is processed from crude oil. Currently, approximately 55% of South Korea's naphtha demand is met by domestic production, while about 45% is imported directly. With disruptions in supply from the Middle East, industry experts are concerned that companies heavily reliant on naphtha imports may be forced to halt operations.
In response to these concerns, the South Korean government announced on March 26 that it will restrict naphtha exports starting March 27. This measure aims to ensure stable domestic supply amid the geopolitical uncertainties affecting the region.#SouthKorea #Naphtha #Exports #MiddleEast #Tensions #PlasticProduction #Polyethylene #SupplyChain #Geopolitics #EnergySecurity
π PRECIOUS METALS | Gold Bar Prices See Mixed Movement as Laopu Gold Experiences Largest Drop
#PreciousMetals #Gold #GoldBar #GoldPrices #LaopuGold #Jin10 #TseSuiLuen #YaYiGoldStore #MarketUpdate
As of March 27, 2026, at 10:30 AM (UTC+8), gold bar prices from major banks and brands have shown mixed movements. According to Jin10, while some prices have increased, others have decreased, with Laopu Gold experiencing the most significant drop, falling by 45 yuan per gram compared to the previous day. Brands such as Tse Sui Luen and Ya Yi Gold Store also saw declines in their gold bar prices.#PreciousMetals #Gold #GoldBar #GoldPrices #LaopuGold #Jin10 #TseSuiLuen #YaYiGoldStore #MarketUpdate
π India Reduces Special Excise Duty on Fuel
#India #Fuel #ExciseDuty #Petrol #Diesel #FuelPrices #ConsumerRelief #EnergyPolicy
The Indian government has announced a significant reduction in the special excise duty on fuel. According to Jin10, the excise duty on petrol has been decreased from 13 rupees per liter to 3 rupees per liter. Additionally, the duty on diesel has been reduced from 10 rupees per liter to zero. This move is expected to provide relief to consumers and potentially impact the country's fuel market dynamics.#India #Fuel #ExciseDuty #Petrol #Diesel #FuelPrices #ConsumerRelief #EnergyPolicy
π Polysilicon Prices in China Decline Amid Weak Market Sentiment
#PolysiliconPrices #China #MarketSentiment #BearishMarket #SupplyAndDemand #EconomicPressure #IndustryChallenges
Polysilicon prices in China have decreased for the fourth consecutive week, reflecting ongoing bearish sentiment regarding supply and demand dynamics. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting the continued pressure on the market as producers and consumers navigate the current economic landscape. The decline in prices underscores the challenges faced by the industry, as market participants remain cautious about future prospects.#PolysiliconPrices #China #MarketSentiment #BearishMarket #SupplyAndDemand #EconomicPressure #IndustryChallenges
π Innovent's Shares Surge Following First Annual Profit Announcement
#Innovent #Shares #Profit #Pharmaceutical #StockMarket #InvestorConfidence #WeightLossMedication #China
Innovent Biologics experienced its largest share increase in almost five months after reporting its first annual profit. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting that the Chinese pharmaceutical company attributed this financial success to the rising demand for its weight-loss medication. The positive financial results have significantly boosted investor confidence, leading to a notable rise in the company's stock value.#Innovent #Shares #Profit #Pharmaceutical #StockMarket #InvestorConfidence #WeightLossMedication #China
π MoreLogin Opens Applications for 2026 Security Incident Support Plan
#MoreLogin #SecurityIncident #SupportPlan #Applications #PANews #Scams #CryptocurrencyTheft #SlowMist #Cosine #UserSupport #TechnicalVerification #PrivateKeys #SeedPhrases #WalletAuthorization
MoreLogin has announced the opening of applications for its 2026 Security Incident Special User Support Plan. According to PANews, eligible users must submit their applications through the official customer service portal within the MoreLogin client by March 29, 2026, at 23:59 (UTC+8). Support will be provided following technical verification and level assessment. Detailed rules are available in the official Medium announcement. The company warns users to be cautious of scams, emphasizing that the plan will only be processed through the clientβs customer service portal and will not request seed phrases, private keys, verification codes, or wallet authorization information via private messages.
Earlier, on March 17, it was reported by SlowMist's Cosine that MoreLogin users were potentially victims of a mass cryptocurrency theft, with hackers profiting approximately $85,000.#MoreLogin #SecurityIncident #SupportPlan #Applications #PANews #Scams #CryptocurrencyTheft #SlowMist #Cosine #UserSupport #TechnicalVerification #PrivateKeys #SeedPhrases #WalletAuthorization
π STOCKS | Hong Kong's Hang Seng Tech Index Rises Over 1% Amid Market Fluctuations
#Stocks #HongKong #HangSengTech #MarketFluctuations #Meituan #Leapmotor #BYD #JDHealth #AlibabaHealth #TongchengTravel
Hong Kong's Hang Seng Tech Index experienced a notable increase, rising over 1% during trading hours. According to Jin10, the broader Hang Seng Index also saw a rise of 0.3%, recovering from an earlier dip of nearly 1%. Leading the gains were Meituan, Leapmotor, and BYD Company, each surging over 4%. Additionally, JD Health, Alibaba Health, and Tongcheng Travel all recorded increases of more than 2%, contributing to the positive market sentiment.#Stocks #HongKong #HangSengTech #MarketFluctuations #Meituan #Leapmotor #BYD #JDHealth #AlibabaHealth #TongchengTravel
π Shizuoka Financial and Bank of Nagoya Consider Merger Talks
#ShizuokaFinancialGroup #BankOfNagoya #MergerTalks #FinancialConsolidation #BankingIndustry #CompetitiveEdge #OperationalEfficiency #MarketPresence
Shizuoka Financial Group and Bank of Nagoya are reportedly in discussions to merge their operations under a single holding company. Bloomberg posted on X, citing unnamed sources familiar with the matter. The potential consolidation aims to enhance their competitive edge and streamline operations amid a challenging financial environment. Both institutions are exploring the benefits of such a merger, which could lead to increased efficiency and a stronger market presence. Further details on the negotiations have not been disclosed, and it remains uncertain when a formal agreement might be reached.#ShizuokaFinancialGroup #BankOfNagoya #MergerTalks #FinancialConsolidation #BankingIndustry #CompetitiveEdge #OperationalEfficiency #MarketPresence
π Iranian Media Reports U.S.-Israeli Attack in Qom Leaves Six Dead
#Iran #Qom #US #Israel #Attack #Casualties #News
According to Jin10, Iranian sources reported on March 27 that a U.S.-Israeli attack targeted three residential buildings in the Pardisan district of Qom, Iran. The incident resulted in the deaths of six individuals. Further details regarding the attack and its implications remain unclear.#Iran #Qom #US #Israel #Attack #Casualties #News
π Rupee Faces Persistent Pressure as Nifty Outlook Remains Uncertain
#Rupee #Nifty #FinancialMarkets #MarketVolatility #EconomicUncertainty #Investing #IndianEconomy #CurrencyPressure #TradeDynamics #MarketOutlook
The Indian rupee continues to experience significant pressure in the financial markets. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting the ongoing challenges faced by the currency amid global economic uncertainties. Meanwhile, the Nifty index's best-case scenario remains uncertain as market volatility persists.
Analysts are closely monitoring the situation, with the volatility gauge indicating potential fluctuations in the market. The rupee's performance is being influenced by various factors, including international trade dynamics and domestic economic policies.
Investors are advised to stay cautious as the market navigates through these turbulent times. The outlook for the Nifty index will largely depend on how these economic factors unfold in the coming days.#Rupee #Nifty #FinancialMarkets #MarketVolatility #EconomicUncertainty #Investing #IndianEconomy #CurrencyPressure #TradeDynamics #MarketOutlook
π Ark Invest Sells Large Holdings in Tech Stocks and Crypto ETFs
#ArkInvest #CathieWood #TechStocks #CryptoETFs #Nvidia #Meta #BitcoinETF #ARKB #Bullish #BTC
Ark Invest, led by Cathie Wood, executed significant sales of technology stocks and cryptocurrency ETFs on March 27. According to BlockBeats, the fund sold approximately 155,441 shares of Nvidia, valued at around $27.77 million, and 76,622 shares of Meta, worth approximately $45.58 million. Additionally, Ark Invest offloaded 408,000 shares of the Bitcoin ETF (ARKB) and nearly 200,000 shares of Bullish stock.#ArkInvest #CathieWood #TechStocks #CryptoETFs #Nvidia #Meta #BitcoinETF #ARKB #Bullish #BTC
π Uncertainty Surrounds U.S. Cryptocurrency Leadership as David Sacks' Term Ends
#cryptocurrency #DavidSacks #leadership #USgovernment #CLARITYAct #Bitcoin #scienceandtechnology #advisor #BTC
The future of U.S. cryptocurrency leadership remains uncertain following the conclusion of David Sacks' term as a government special advisor. According to Odaily, it is unclear whether a new head for cryptocurrency affairs will be appointed. Meanwhile, policies such as the CLARITY Act and strategic Bitcoin reserves continue to progress. It is also yet to be determined if Sacks will remain involved in related matters as co-chair of the President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology.#cryptocurrency #DavidSacks #leadership #USgovernment #CLARITYAct #Bitcoin #scienceandtechnology #advisor #BTC
π Majority of DeFi Projects Struggle to Generate Significant Revenue
#DeFi #Crypto #Blockchain #Revenue #Stablecoin #TradingPlatforms #Finance #Cryptocurrency #MEV #Losses #PowerLaw #DefiProjects #USDC
DefiLlama data reveals that among approximately 1,300 DeFi projects, a staggering 97.6% have failed to generate significant revenue. According to ChainCatcher, the income distribution exhibits a pronounced power-law pattern.
Stablecoin issuers and trading platforms dominate the top of the revenue list, with Tether generating $490 million, Circle $201 million, and Hyperliquid $61 million.
Additionally, only six protocols have reported revenues between $10 million and $50 million. Over the past 30 days, only 32 projects, accounting for just 2.4% of the total, have achieved revenues exceeding $2 million. The projects with the largest losses include the MEV protocol Kairos Timeboost, with a loss of approximately $200,000, and the options platform Hegic, with a loss of around $23,000.#DeFi #Crypto #Blockchain #Revenue #Stablecoin #TradingPlatforms #Finance #Cryptocurrency #MEV #Losses #PowerLaw #DefiProjects #USDC