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On April 22, CoinDesk reported that scammers impersonating Iranian authorities are demanding cryptocurrency payments in exchange for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, with at least one ship potentially falling victim to the scheme. Greek maritime risk service company Marisks issued a warning that several shipping companies have received scam messages posing as Iranian authorities, requesting payments in Bitcoin or USDT. The company believes that at least one ship fell victim to this scam over the weekend and was attacked while attempting to pass through the strait. Marisks stated, 'This specific information is a scam,' and confirmed that the related information did not come from official Iranian sources. The original scam message released by Marisks stated, 'After submitting documents and assessment of qualifications by the Iranian security department, we will determine the fees to be paid in cryptocurrency (BTC or USDT). Only then will your vessel be allowed to pass freely through the strait at the agreed time.' Since the U.S. and Israel launched military actions against Iran on February 28, passage through the Strait of Hormuz has essentially been blocked by Iran, with around 20,000 oil tankers and other cargo ships currently stranded in the Gulf. A week ago, U.S. President Trump ordered a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, and since then, an Iranian vessel attempting to evade the operation has been seized. On April 9, Iranian authorities controlling the strategic waterway proposed charging a cryptocurrency toll for safe passage, with Hamid Hosseini, a spokesperson for the Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical Products Exporters Union, stating that the toll could be settled in Bitcoin. The Iranian side has yet to comment on Marisks' warning.

[Scammers Impersonate Iranian Authorities Demanding Bitcoin or USDT as 'Toll', Ships Attacked After Payment]On April 22, CoinDesk reported that scammers impersonating Iranian authorities are demanding cryptocurrency payments in exchange for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, with at least one ship potentially falling victim to the scheme. Greek maritime risk service company Marisks issued a warning that several shipping companies have received scam messages posing as Iranian authorities, requesting payments in Bitcoin or USDT. The company believes that at least one ship fell victim to this scam over the weekend and was attacked while attempting to pass through the strait. Marisks stated, 'This specific information is a scam,' and confirmed that the related information did not come from official Iranian sources. The original scam message released by Marisks stated, 'After submitting documents and assessment of qualifications by the Iranian security department, we will determine the fees to be paid in cryptocurrency (BTC or USDT). Only then will your vessel be allowed to pass freely through the strait at the agreed time.' Since the U.S. and Israel launched military actions against Iran on February 28, passage through the Strait of Hormuz has essentially been blocked by Iran, with around 20,000 oil tankers and other cargo ships currently stranded in the Gulf. A week ago, U.S. President Trump ordered a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, and since then, an Iranian vessel attempting to evade the operation has been seized. On April 9, Iranian authorities controlling the strategic waterway proposed charging a cryptocurrency toll for safe passage, with Hamid Hosseini, a spokesperson for the Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical Products Exporters Union, stating that the toll could be settled in Bitcoin. The Iranian side has yet to comment on Marisks' warning.

Scammers Impersonate Iranian Authorities Demanding Bitcoin or USDT as 'Toll', Ships Attacked After Payment

According to Onchain Lens, a trader who spent only $3,936 three years ago to purchase 44.027 billion FLORK tokens now sees their value rise to $408,000, resulting in a profit of over $404,000.

[Trader's $3,936 Investment in FLORK Worth $408,000 Today]According to Onchain Lens, a trader who spent only $3,936 three years ago to purchase 44.027 billion FLORK tokens now sees their value rise to $408,000, resulting in a profit of over $404,000.

Trader's $3,936 Investment in FLORK Worth $408,000 Today

Market data shows that BTC has surpassed $77,000, currently reported at $77,067.57, with a 24-hour increase of 1.78%. The market is experiencing significant volatility, so please ensure proper risk management.

[BTC Surpasses $77,000]Market data shows that BTC has surpassed $77,000, currently reported at $77,067.57, with a 24-hour increase of 1.78%. The market is experiencing significant volatility, so please ensure proper risk management.

BTC Surpasses $77,000

On April 22, Mozilla recently disclosed that Anthropic's latest AI model, Claude Mythos, identified 271 security vulnerabilities during internal testing of the Firefox browser, with fixes completed this week. In comparison, a previous version of the Anthropic model only found 22 security-sensitive vulnerabilities. Mozilla stated that all discovered vulnerabilities were within the scope of findings by top human researchers. Claude Mythos, officially released in March 2026, is Anthropic's most powerful model in reasoning, coding, and cybersecurity, currently made available to vetted partners such as Amazon, Apple, and Microsoft through the 'Project Glasswing' initiative.

[271 Security Vulnerabilities Found in Firefox by Anthropic's Claude Mythos, Fixes Completed This Week]On April 22, Mozilla recently disclosed that Anthropic's latest AI model, Claude Mythos, identified 271 security vulnerabilities during internal testing of the Firefox browser, with fixes completed this week. In comparison, a previous version of the Anthropic model only found 22 security-sensitive vulnerabilities. Mozilla stated that all discovered vulnerabilities were within the scope of findings by top human researchers. Claude Mythos, officially released in March 2026, is Anthropic's most powerful model in reasoning, coding, and cybersecurity, currently made available to vetted partners such as Amazon, Apple, and Microsoft through the 'Project Glasswing' initiative.

271 Security Vulnerabilities Found in Firefox by Anthropic's Claude Mythos, Fixes Completed This Week

On April 22, U.S. President Trump nominated Christopher Ferrie to serve as the Chair of the White House Council of Economic Advisers, filling the vacancy left by former Chair Stephen Moore, who will take a position on the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve in 2025. This nomination has been submitted for approval by the U.S. Senate. Ferrie is a graduate of Duke University and the University of Chicago, holding a Ph.D. in economics. He previously served as a senior economist at the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis and is currently a professor of economics at the University of Minnesota, specializing in macroeconomic theory, incentive mechanisms, and inequality game theory. (Xinhua)

[Trump Nominates New Chair for White House Council of Economic Advisers]On April 22, U.S. President Trump nominated Christopher Ferrie to serve as the Chair of the White House Council of Economic Advisers, filling the vacancy left by former Chair Stephen Moore, who will take a position on the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve in 2025. This nomination has been submitted for approval by the U.S. Senate. Ferrie is a graduate of Duke University and the University of Chicago, holding a Ph.D. in economics. He previously served as a senior economist at the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis and is currently a professor of economics at the University of Minnesota, specializing in macroeconomic theory, incentive mechanisms, and inequality game theory. (Xinhua)

Trump Nominates New Chair for White House Council of Economic Advisers

On April 22, the Sui ecosystem liquid staking platform Volo reported a security breach incident, resulting in the theft of approximately $3.5 million in assets (including WBTC, XAUm, and USDC) from three specific Vaults. Following the incident, the team immediately notified the Sui Foundation and ecosystem partners, and froze all Vaults to prevent further losses. The breach only affected three Vaults, and the remaining Vaults do not share the same attack vector, ensuring that approximately $28 million in TVL assets remain secure. Volo will absorb the losses and will not pass them on to users, and a complete post-incident report and remediation plan will be released after the investigation is concluded.

[Volo Attacked, Losses Estimated at $3.5 Million]On April 22, the Sui ecosystem liquid staking platform Volo reported a security breach incident, resulting in the theft of approximately $3.5 million in assets (including WBTC, XAUm, and USDC) from three specific Vaults. Following the incident, the team immediately notified the Sui Foundation and ecosystem partners, and froze all Vaults to prevent further losses. The breach only affected three Vaults, and the remaining Vaults do not share the same attack vector, ensuring that approximately $28 million in TVL assets remain secure. Volo will absorb the losses and will not pass them on to users, and a complete post-incident report and remediation plan will be released after the investigation is concluded.

Volo Attacked, Losses Estimated at $3.5 Million

HTX data showed that BTC broke through 77000  USDT and is now at 77074.05 USDT, with a increase of 1.82% in 24H.

[BTC broke through 77000  USDT] HTX data showed that BTC broke through 77000  USDT and is now at 77074.05 USDT, with a increase of 1.82% in 24H.

BTC broke through 77000  USDT

On April 22, HIVE Digital's wholly-owned subsidiary HIVE Bermuda 2026 Ltd. completed a private placement of $115 million in zero-coupon senior convertible bonds (including an overallotment of $15 million), with the bonds set to mature in 2031. The initial conversion price is approximately $2.57 per share, representing a 17.5% premium over the latest trading price. The company also completed a cash settlement capped subscription transaction, with a cap price of $4.92 per share, reflecting a 125% premium. Additionally, HIVE Digital plans to transfer its stock from the TSX Venture Exchange to the Toronto Stock Exchange around 2026, subject to meeting listing requirements.

[HIVE Digital Completes $115 Million Zero-Coupon Convertible Bond Issuance, Plans to Transfer to Toronto Stock Exchange]On April 22, HIVE Digital's wholly-owned subsidiary HIVE Bermuda 2026 Ltd. completed a private placement of $115 million in zero-coupon senior convertible bonds (including an overallotment of $15 million), with the bonds set to mature in 2031. The initial conversion price is approximately $2.57 per share, representing a 17.5% premium over the latest trading price. The company also completed a cash settlement capped subscription transaction, with a cap price of $4.92 per share, reflecting a 125% premium. Additionally, HIVE Digital plans to transfer its stock from the TSX Venture Exchange to the Toronto Stock Exchange around 2026, subject to meeting listing requirements.

HIVE Digital Completes $115 Million Zero-Coupon Convertible Bond Issuance, Plans to Transfer to Toronto Stock Exchange

On April 22, scammers impersonated Iranian authorities, demanding cryptocurrency payments in exchange for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, with at least one ship reportedly falling victim to the scheme. Greek maritime risk service company Marisks issued a warning that several shipping companies have received scam messages posing as Iranian authorities, requesting payment in Bitcoin or USDT. The company believes that at least one ship became a victim of this scam over the weekend and was attacked by gunfire while attempting to pass through the strait. Marisks stated, "This specific information is a scam," confirming that the related messages did not originate from Iranian officials. The original scam message released by Marisks stated: "After submitting documents and having them assessed by Iranian security authorities, we will determine the fees to be paid in cryptocurrency (BTC or USDT). Only then will your vessel be allowed to pass freely through the strait at the agreed time." Since the U.S. and Israel launched a war against Iran on February 28, passage through the Strait of Hormuz has essentially been blocked by Iran, with approximately 20,000 oil tankers and other cargo ships currently stranded in the Gulf. A week ago, U.S. President Trump ordered a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, which has since led to the seizure of an Iranian vessel attempting to evade the operation. On April 9, Iranian authorities controlling this strategic chokepoint proposed charging a cryptocurrency toll for ships in exchange for safe passage, with Hamid Hosseini, spokesperson for the Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical Products Exporters' Association, stating that the toll could be settled in Bitcoin. The Iranian authorities have not yet commented on Marisks' warning.

[Scammers Impersonate Iranian Authorities Demanding Bitcoin or USDT as 'Toll', Ships Attacked After Payment]On April 22, scammers impersonated Iranian authorities, demanding cryptocurrency payments in exchange for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, with at least one ship reportedly falling victim to the scheme. Greek maritime risk service company Marisks issued a warning that several shipping companies have received scam messages posing as Iranian authorities, requesting payment in Bitcoin or USDT. The company believes that at least one ship became a victim of this scam over the weekend and was attacked by gunfire while attempting to pass through the strait. Marisks stated, "This specific information is a scam," confirming that the related messages did not originate from Iranian officials. The original scam message released by Marisks stated: "After submitting documents and having them assessed by Iranian security authorities, we will determine the fees to be paid in cryptocurrency (BTC or USDT). Only then will your vessel be allowed to pass freely through the strait at the agreed time." Since the U.S. and Israel launched a war against Iran on February 28, passage through the Strait of Hormuz has essentially been blocked by Iran, with approximately 20,000 oil tankers and other cargo ships currently stranded in the Gulf. A week ago, U.S. President Trump ordered a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, which has since led to the seizure of an Iranian vessel attempting to evade the operation. On April 9, Iranian authorities controlling this strategic chokepoint proposed charging a cryptocurrency toll for ships in exchange for safe passage, with Hamid Hosseini, spokesperson for the Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical Products Exporters' Association, stating that the toll could be settled in Bitcoin. The Iranian authorities have not yet commented on Marisks' warning.

Hong Kong Legislative Councillor Johnny Ng posted on social media, please see the key takeaways from my recent discussions and interviews in Hong Kong on Web3 and virtual asset policies:
1. HK's pioneering financial environment is evolving to support the virtual asset industry. New regulations invite global stakeholders to apply for licenses.
2. Monitoring &amp; control levels will adapt to industry developments. HK is open to suggestions &amp; committed to extending its openness, embracing industry feedback.
3. Don't underestimate HK's market size! As a global financial &amp; emerging tech hub, HK connects with cities worldwide, expanding its global reach.

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【HK Legislator Johnny Ng: Hong Kong is changing its financial environment to support the virtual asset industry】Hong Kong Legislative Councillor Johnny Ng posted on social media, please see the key takeaways from my recent discussions and interviews in Hong Kong on Web3 and virtual asset policies:
1. HK's pioneering financial environment is evolving to support the virtual asset industry. New regulations invite global stakeholders to apply for licenses.
2. Monitoring &amp; control levels will adapt to industry developments. HK is open to suggestions &amp; committed to extending its openness, embracing industry feedback.
3. Don't underestimate HK's market size! As a global financial &amp; emerging tech hub, HK connects with cities worldwide, expanding its global reach.

HK Legislator Johnny Ng: Hong Kong is changing its financial environment to support the virtual asset industry

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