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According to Golden Finance, on April 30, Shinhan Card, one of South Korea's largest credit card companies, announced that it has signed a cooperation agreement with the Solana Foundation to jointly build a stablecoin payment system on the Solana blockchain. As part of the collaboration, Shinhan Card is conducting an advanced proof of concept this year, focusing on simulating real-world payment scenarios between customers and merchants on the Solana testnet. Shinhan Card's Executive Vice President Kim Young-il stated, 'Based on Solana, we plan to carefully examine the practical applicability of blockchain technology and actively explore next-generation financial models.'

[Shinhan Card to Test Real-Time Stablecoin Payments on Solana Blockchain]According to Golden Finance, on April 30, Shinhan Card, one of South Korea's largest credit card companies, announced that it has signed a cooperation agreement with the Solana Foundation to jointly build a stablecoin payment system on the Solana blockchain. As part of the collaboration, Shinhan Card is conducting an advanced proof of concept this year, focusing on simulating real-world payment scenarios between customers and merchants on the Solana testnet. Shinhan Card's Executive Vice President Kim Young-il stated, 'Based on Solana, we plan to carefully examine the practical applicability of blockchain technology and actively explore next-generation financial models.'

Shinhan Card to Test Real-Time Stablecoin Payments on Solana Blockchain

On April 30, Shinhan Card, one of South Korea's largest credit card companies, announced that it has signed a cooperation agreement with the Solana Foundation to jointly build a stablecoin payment system on the Solana blockchain. As part of the collaboration, Shinhan Card is conducting an advanced proof of concept this year, focusing on simulating real-world payment scenarios between customers and merchants on the Solana testnet. Shinhan Card's Executive Vice President, Kim Young-il, stated, "Based on Solana, we plan to carefully examine the practical applicability of blockchain technology and actively explore next-generation financial models." One of the core elements of the proof of concept is to verify the security and stability of non-custodial wallets, enabling Shinhan Card to deploy this technology on a large scale in the future. The two parties will also explore a 'hybrid financial model' that combines the reliability of traditional finance with the efficiency of DeFi. Shinhan Card plans to utilize oracle technology to build its own DeFi service environment, deploying smart contracts while ensuring operational stability. Shinhan Card will assess the outcomes of these projects in conjunction with the evolving regulatory environment in South Korea and the Asia-Pacific region. Notably, South Korean lawmakers are currently drafting the 'Basic Law on Digital Assets,' which is expected to be finalized within this year. Under the anticipated legislation, several South Korean financial institutions, including KBank, have recently begun collaborating with global blockchain and cryptocurrency companies.

[Shinhan Card to Test Real-Time Stablecoin Payments on Solana Blockchain]On April 30, Shinhan Card, one of South Korea's largest credit card companies, announced that it has signed a cooperation agreement with the Solana Foundation to jointly build a stablecoin payment system on the Solana blockchain. As part of the collaboration, Shinhan Card is conducting an advanced proof of concept this year, focusing on simulating real-world payment scenarios between customers and merchants on the Solana testnet. Shinhan Card's Executive Vice President, Kim Young-il, stated, "Based on Solana, we plan to carefully examine the practical applicability of blockchain technology and actively explore next-generation financial models." One of the core elements of the proof of concept is to verify the security and stability of non-custodial wallets, enabling Shinhan Card to deploy this technology on a large scale in the future. The two parties will also explore a 'hybrid financial model' that combines the reliability of traditional finance with the efficiency of DeFi. Shinhan Card plans to utilize oracle technology to build its own DeFi service environment, deploying smart contracts while ensuring operational stability. Shinhan Card will assess the outcomes of these projects in conjunction with the evolving regulatory environment in South Korea and the Asia-Pacific region. Notably, South Korean lawmakers are currently drafting the 'Basic Law on Digital Assets,' which is expected to be finalized within this year. Under the anticipated legislation, several South Korean financial institutions, including KBank, have recently begun collaborating with global blockchain and cryptocurrency companies.

On April 30, Category Labs announced today that it has expanded its potential public market purchase authorization to $80 million and extended the buyback period until the end of 2026. Category Labs stated that any buyback actions will be conducted opportunistically based on market conditions, and may be initiated, paused, or terminated at the company's discretion, while strictly adhering to relevant laws and regulations. This update does not constitute a commitment to repurchase any specific quantity of tokens, but reflects the company's intention to consider opportunistic purchases under favorable market conditions.

[Category Labs Expands Public Market Buyback Authorization to $80 Million]On April 30, Category Labs announced today that it has expanded its potential public market purchase authorization to $80 million and extended the buyback period until the end of 2026. Category Labs stated that any buyback actions will be conducted opportunistically based on market conditions, and may be initiated, paused, or terminated at the company's discretion, while strictly adhering to relevant laws and regulations. This update does not constitute a commitment to repurchase any specific quantity of tokens, but reflects the company's intention to consider opportunistic purchases under favorable market conditions.

Category Labs Expands Public Market Buyback Authorization to $80 Million

On April 30, Ripple, a blockchain enterprise solutions provider, announced the official launch of its new Middle East and Africa (MEA) regional headquarters at the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). The new office will enable the regional team to double its capacity to meet the strong demand for regulated blockchain payment and custody solutions in the region. Since establishing its MEA regional headquarters in Dubai in 2020, the Middle East has become an important part of Ripple's global customer base. The company has achieved several milestones in the region, including becoming the first blockchain payment service provider to receive full licensing from the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) in March 2025. Recently, its USD stablecoin RLUSD was also approved by the DFSA, becoming an accredited crypto token for use by regulated companies within the DIFC. Reece Merrick, Managing Director of Ripple Middle East and Africa, stated that the new headquarters reflects the company's ongoing commitment to the region's development trajectory. His Excellency Arif Amiri, CEO of the DIFC Authority, noted that Ripple's expansion demonstrates the confidence of a leading global digital asset company in Dubai as a hub for blockchain technology. Ripple's existing clients in the region include Zand Bank, Ctrl Alt, Garanti BBVA, Absa Bank, and Chipper Cash.

[Ripple Expands Presence in UAE, Establishes New Regional Headquarters for Middle East and Africa]On April 30, Ripple, a blockchain enterprise solutions provider, announced the official launch of its new Middle East and Africa (MEA) regional headquarters at the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). The new office will enable the regional team to double its capacity to meet the strong demand for regulated blockchain payment and custody solutions in the region. Since establishing its MEA regional headquarters in Dubai in 2020, the Middle East has become an important part of Ripple's global customer base. The company has achieved several milestones in the region, including becoming the first blockchain payment service provider to receive full licensing from the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) in March 2025. Recently, its USD stablecoin RLUSD was also approved by the DFSA, becoming an accredited crypto token for use by regulated companies within the DIFC. Reece Merrick, Managing Director of Ripple Middle East and Africa, stated that the new headquarters reflects the company's ongoing commitment to the region's development trajectory. His Excellency Arif Amiri, CEO of the DIFC Authority, noted that Ripple's expansion demonstrates the confidence of a leading global digital asset company in Dubai as a hub for blockchain technology. Ripple's existing clients in the region include Zand Bank, Ctrl Alt, Garanti BBVA, Absa Bank, and Chipper Cash.

Ripple Expands Presence in UAE, Establishes New Regional Headquarters for Middle East and Africa

On April 30, the Bank of Japan released a risk scenario indicating that if oil prices remain high and the yen weakens, core inflation is expected to hover around 3% for two consecutive years, significantly above its 2% target. In a baseline scenario published on Tuesday, the Bank of Japan projected that the core Consumer Price Index (CPI) would rise by 2.8% for the fiscal year ending in March 2027, followed by a 2.3% increase in the next fiscal year. The Bank of Japan unusually released a set of risk scenarios on Thursday, assuming that crude oil prices remain around $105 per barrel by the end of the year, the yen depreciates by 10% from current levels, and the stock market declines by 20%. Under this risk scenario, core inflation is expected to rise to 3.1% in fiscal year 2026 and 3.0% in 2027, before falling back to 2.3% in 2028. The report noted, 'It is particularly noteworthy that core inflation is expected to remain around 3% for two consecutive years in fiscal years 2026 and 2027.' The report also stated, 'This upward deviation in CPI may become a factor in pushing up medium- to long-term inflation expectations.' (Jin Shi)

[Bank of Japan: High Oil Prices and Weak Yen May Keep Core Inflation Around 3% for Two Consecutive Years]On April 30, the Bank of Japan released a risk scenario indicating that if oil prices remain high and the yen weakens, core inflation is expected to hover around 3% for two consecutive years, significantly above its 2% target. In a baseline scenario published on Tuesday, the Bank of Japan projected that the core Consumer Price Index (CPI) would rise by 2.8% for the fiscal year ending in March 2027, followed by a 2.3% increase in the next fiscal year. The Bank of Japan unusually released a set of risk scenarios on Thursday, assuming that crude oil prices remain around $105 per barrel by the end of the year, the yen depreciates by 10% from current levels, and the stock market declines by 20%. Under this risk scenario, core inflation is expected to rise to 3.1% in fiscal year 2026 and 3.0% in 2027, before falling back to 2.3% in 2028. The report noted, 'It is particularly noteworthy that core inflation is expected to remain around 3% for two consecutive years in fiscal years 2026 and 2027.' The report also stated, 'This upward deviation in CPI may become a factor in pushing up medium- to long-term inflation expectations.' (Jin Shi)

Bank of Japan: High Oil Prices and Weak Yen May Keep Core Inflation Around 3% for Two Consecutive Years

On April 30, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) released a document officially approving the rule change proposal submitted by Nasdaq ISE (File Number SR-ISE-2025-26, amended by Amendment No. 5). This proposal significantly raises the position and exercise limits for iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) options in the same market direction from the original 250,000 contracts to 1 million contracts. The SEC stated in its approval order that after reviewing the data and analysis provided by the exchange, it found that the new limits meet the requirements of Section 6(b)(5) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, which aims to prevent fraud and manipulation and protect investors and the public interest.

[SEC Approves Nasdaq ISE Increase of IBIT Options Position and Exercise Limits to 1 Million Contracts]On April 30, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) released a document officially approving the rule change proposal submitted by Nasdaq ISE (File Number SR-ISE-2025-26, amended by Amendment No. 5). This proposal significantly raises the position and exercise limits for iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) options in the same market direction from the original 250,000 contracts to 1 million contracts. The SEC stated in its approval order that after reviewing the data and analysis provided by the exchange, it found that the new limits meet the requirements of Section 6(b)(5) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, which aims to prevent fraud and manipulation and protect investors and the public interest.

SEC Approves Nasdaq ISE Increase of IBIT Options Position and Exercise Limits to 1 Million Contracts

On April 30, Max Stainton, Senior Global Macro Strategist at Fidelity International, stated in a report that the outlook for U.S. interest rates for the remainder of this year will increasingly depend on the duration of the Middle East conflict. Fidelity's baseline scenario remains slightly more dovish than market pricing, anticipating that the incoming Federal Reserve Chair, Waller, and the committee will generally lean towards mitigating the damage caused by energy shocks to economic growth. However, with the rising risk of a prolonged closure of the Strait of Hormuz, the risk of energy price shocks spreading to broader inflationary impacts and affecting the overall economy has become increasingly evident. 'We still expect one rate cut this year, but the risks are clearly skewed towards no action throughout the year.' (Jin Shi)

[Institution: Middle East Conflict Will Dominate U.S. Interest Rate Path, Risk of No Rate Cuts]On April 30, Max Stainton, Senior Global Macro Strategist at Fidelity International, stated in a report that the outlook for U.S. interest rates for the remainder of this year will increasingly depend on the duration of the Middle East conflict. Fidelity's baseline scenario remains slightly more dovish than market pricing, anticipating that the incoming Federal Reserve Chair, Waller, and the committee will generally lean towards mitigating the damage caused by energy shocks to economic growth. However, with the rising risk of a prolonged closure of the Strait of Hormuz, the risk of energy price shocks spreading to broader inflationary impacts and affecting the overall economy has become increasingly evident. 'We still expect one rate cut this year, but the risks are clearly skewed towards no action throughout the year.' (Jin Shi)

Institution: Middle East Conflict Will Dominate U.S. Interest Rate Path, Risk of No Rate Cuts

On April 30, according to Businesswire, fintech company SoFi Technologies released its Q1 2026 earnings report, with quarterly net revenue reaching $1.1 billion, a 41% year-over-year increase, and a net profit of $167 million, marking the tenth consecutive quarter of GAAP profitability. SoFi disclosed that it is continuing to advance its digital asset infrastructure, having officially launched the full-reserve dollar stablecoin SoFiUSD minting in the first quarter, while collaborating with partners like Mastercard to support stablecoin settlements in the global payment network. Additionally, SoFi announced the relaunch of its SoFi Plus membership program in April this year, which now includes benefits such as cryptocurrency trading cashback.

[SoFi Q1 Earnings Report: Launches Stablecoin SoFiUSD Minting, Net Revenue Reaches $1.1 Billion]On April 30, according to Businesswire, fintech company SoFi Technologies released its Q1 2026 earnings report, with quarterly net revenue reaching $1.1 billion, a 41% year-over-year increase, and a net profit of $167 million, marking the tenth consecutive quarter of GAAP profitability. SoFi disclosed that it is continuing to advance its digital asset infrastructure, having officially launched the full-reserve dollar stablecoin SoFiUSD minting in the first quarter, while collaborating with partners like Mastercard to support stablecoin settlements in the global payment network. Additionally, SoFi announced the relaunch of its SoFi Plus membership program in April this year, which now includes benefits such as cryptocurrency trading cashback.

SoFi Q1 Earnings Report: Launches Stablecoin SoFiUSD Minting, Net Revenue Reaches $1.1 Billion

On April 30, digital asset and AI infrastructure company Galaxy Digital (GLXY) released its Q1 financial report, revealing a net loss of $216 million during the reporting period, primarily due to a decline in digital asset prices (with the total cryptocurrency market cap shrinking by approximately 20% in Q1). The value of the company's crypto asset holdings decreased from $1.67 billion in Q4 2025 to $1.36 billion at the beginning of 2026. Despite the challenging performance, the company's stock rose 5% on Tuesday, largely due to successful progress in its AI infrastructure business, having delivered its first data hall to CoreWeave and committing to complete the remaining 133MW of AI/IT infrastructure by the end of Q2. Additionally, Wall Street analysts have given a 'Moderate Buy' rating with a target price of $39.40, indicating a potential upside of 50% from the current level of $26.30. As of March 31, Galaxy's largest crypto holding was 6,894 BTC, valued at $431 million, followed by $61 million in SOL and $42 million in ETH.

[Galaxy Digital Reports Q1 Net Loss of $216 Million, Stock Rises 5%]On April 30, digital asset and AI infrastructure company Galaxy Digital (GLXY) released its Q1 financial report, revealing a net loss of $216 million during the reporting period, primarily due to a decline in digital asset prices (with the total cryptocurrency market cap shrinking by approximately 20% in Q1). The value of the company's crypto asset holdings decreased from $1.67 billion in Q4 2025 to $1.36 billion at the beginning of 2026. Despite the challenging performance, the company's stock rose 5% on Tuesday, largely due to successful progress in its AI infrastructure business, having delivered its first data hall to CoreWeave and committing to complete the remaining 133MW of AI/IT infrastructure by the end of Q2. Additionally, Wall Street analysts have given a 'Moderate Buy' rating with a target price of $39.40, indicating a potential upside of 50% from the current level of $26.30. As of March 31, Galaxy's largest crypto holding was 6,894 BTC, valued at $431 million, followed by $61 million in SOL and $42 million in ETH.

Galaxy Digital Reports Q1 Net Loss of $216 Million, Stock Rises 5%

On April 8, local time, the Israel Defense Forces shelled the southern Lebanese town of Barachit. This attack reportedly occurred following a statement from the office of Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu. The statement indicated that Israel supports a two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran, but the ceasefire does not include Lebanon. (CCTV News)

[IDF Shells Southern Lebanese Town]On April 8, local time, the Israel Defense Forces shelled the southern Lebanese town of Barachit. This attack reportedly occurred following a statement from the office of Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu. The statement indicated that Israel supports a two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran, but the ceasefire does not include Lebanon. (CCTV News)

IDF Shells Southern Lebanese Town

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