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On April 21, Bloomberg reported that Dutch market maker Optiver has made an equity investment in the crypto and AI venture fund Eden Block to gain exposure to early-stage AI and digital asset companies. Optiver is currently not active in the crypto market but has previously made a strategic investment in blockchain technology company Digital Asset Holdings. Optiver executives stated that digital assets are a key focus for the company, particularly the intersection of AI and digital assets, which is especially noteworthy. The founder of Eden Block remarked that crypto and AI are two of the most transformative technologies in today's world, and their integration will impact the market at an unprecedented pace.

[Market Maker Optiver Invests in Crypto and AI Venture Fund Eden Block]On April 21, Bloomberg reported that Dutch market maker Optiver has made an equity investment in the crypto and AI venture fund Eden Block to gain exposure to early-stage AI and digital asset companies. Optiver is currently not active in the crypto market but has previously made a strategic investment in blockchain technology company Digital Asset Holdings. Optiver executives stated that digital assets are a key focus for the company, particularly the intersection of AI and digital assets, which is especially noteworthy. The founder of Eden Block remarked that crypto and AI are two of the most transformative technologies in today's world, and their integration will impact the market at an unprecedented pace.

Market Maker Optiver Invests in Crypto and AI Venture Fund Eden Block

On April 21, Deutsche Bank released a new research report indicating that the participation rate of retail investors in cryptocurrencies in the U.S. rebounded in March, rising from 7% in February to 12%. The report, based on a survey of 3,400 consumers in the U.S., UK, and EU, revealed that approximately 70% of surveyed crypto investors hold Bitcoin, significantly more than stablecoins like USDT or USDC. Additionally, 69% of U.S. respondents view Bitcoin as their preferred investment for the future.

[Survey Report: U.S. Retail Crypto Participation Rate Rises to 12%, 70% of Investors Hold Bitcoin]On April 21, Deutsche Bank released a new research report indicating that the participation rate of retail investors in cryptocurrencies in the U.S. rebounded in March, rising from 7% in February to 12%. The report, based on a survey of 3,400 consumers in the U.S., UK, and EU, revealed that approximately 70% of surveyed crypto investors hold Bitcoin, significantly more than stablecoins like USDT or USDC. Additionally, 69% of U.S. respondents view Bitcoin as their preferred investment for the future.

Survey Report: U.S. Retail Crypto Participation Rate Rises to 12%, 70% of Investors Hold Bitcoin

On April 21, South Korean crypto venture capital firm Hashed Ventures announced it has secured an investment of 3 billion won ($2.2 million) from Hecto Group's Hecto Innovation and Hecto Financial. The new funds will be injected into Hashed Ventures' 'Hashed Venture Investment Fund No. 3', focusing on supporting new businesses such as digital asset wallets and stablecoin payment settlements. (Digitaltoday)

[South Korean Crypto VC Hashed Ventures Secures $2.2 Million Investment]On April 21, South Korean crypto venture capital firm Hashed Ventures announced it has secured an investment of 3 billion won ($2.2 million) from Hecto Group's Hecto Innovation and Hecto Financial. The new funds will be injected into Hashed Ventures' 'Hashed Venture Investment Fund No. 3', focusing on supporting new businesses such as digital asset wallets and stablecoin payment settlements. (Digitaltoday)

South Korean Crypto VC Hashed Ventures Secures $2.2 Million Investment

On April 21, according to Onchain Lens monitoring, over the past two days, a major whale sold 497.73 ETH (worth $1.14 million) to purchase 3.845 billion ASTEROID at a price of $0.00029 each. This whale still holds 369.27 ETH (worth $855,390) and is likely to continue selling to buy more ASTEROID.

[Whale Invests $1.14 Million in ASTEROID Over Past Two Days]On April 21, according to Onchain Lens monitoring, over the past two days, a major whale sold 497.73 ETH (worth $1.14 million) to purchase 3.845 billion ASTEROID at a price of $0.00029 each. This whale still holds 369.27 ETH (worth $855,390) and is likely to continue selling to buy more ASTEROID.

Whale Invests $1.14 Million in ASTEROID Over Past Two Days

On April 21, according to DL News, Argentine police arrested a Chinese man (initials DZ) at Ezeiza International Airport in Buenos Aires. The suspect arrived from Paris holding a forged Paraguayan passport and is wanted by Interpol. Reports indicate that a Nigerian court has accused him of orchestrating a cryptocurrency scam in the country, attracting investors with promises of 'high returns,' but victims were later unable to withdraw funds or access the platform, with the total amount involved approximately $49.4 million. Argentine authorities stated they will cooperate with Nigeria to initiate extradition proceedings.

[Argentina Arrests Chinese Suspect in Crypto Fraud with Fake Passport, Involving $49.4 Million]On April 21, according to DL News, Argentine police arrested a Chinese man (initials DZ) at Ezeiza International Airport in Buenos Aires. The suspect arrived from Paris holding a forged Paraguayan passport and is wanted by Interpol. Reports indicate that a Nigerian court has accused him of orchestrating a cryptocurrency scam in the country, attracting investors with promises of 'high returns,' but victims were later unable to withdraw funds or access the platform, with the total amount involved approximately $49.4 million. Argentine authorities stated they will cooperate with Nigeria to initiate extradition proceedings.

Argentina Arrests Chinese Suspect in Crypto Fraud with Fake Passport, Involving $49.4 Million

On April 21, Aave released an update on the rsETH incident, citing a report from LlamaRisk that outlines two scenarios for handling bad debt: 1. Socialization of losses across the entire chain; 2. Losses limited to L2 rsETH. Aave also stated that the Aave DAO service providers are collaborating with ecosystem participants to lead an effort to address any bad debt. This initiative has already received several preliminary commitments from various parties. It is reported that the Aave DAO protocol treasury reserves approximately $181 million.

[Aave Discusses Two Approaches to Bad Debt Management]On April 21, Aave released an update on the rsETH incident, citing a report from LlamaRisk that outlines two scenarios for handling bad debt: 1. Socialization of losses across the entire chain; 2. Losses limited to L2 rsETH. Aave also stated that the Aave DAO service providers are collaborating with ecosystem participants to lead an effort to address any bad debt. This initiative has already received several preliminary commitments from various parties. It is reported that the Aave DAO protocol treasury reserves approximately $181 million.

Aave Discusses Two Approaches to Bad Debt Management

On April 21, the U.S. Senate Banking Committee will hold a confirmation hearing for Federal Reserve Chair nominee Kevin Warsh at 10 AM ET (10 PM Beijing time) on Tuesday. According to an opening statement obtained in advance by Politico, Warsh stated that interest rate decisions must be strictly independent of political considerations, and monetary policy should not be used as a tool for short-term political objectives. He emphasized that the credibility of the Federal Reserve comes from institutional constraints and policy discipline. Warsh highlighted that price stability is the Fed's safeguard and committed to taking full responsibility for it, stating, "No excuses, no evasion." He also warned against the expanding boundaries of the Fed's functions in the post-crisis era, advocating that it should not extend its reach into areas of fiscal or social policy where it lacks statutory authority.

[Fed Nominee Warsh's Opening Statement Released, Commits to Independence in Rate Decisions]On April 21, the U.S. Senate Banking Committee will hold a confirmation hearing for Federal Reserve Chair nominee Kevin Warsh at 10 AM ET (10 PM Beijing time) on Tuesday. According to an opening statement obtained in advance by Politico, Warsh stated that interest rate decisions must be strictly independent of political considerations, and monetary policy should not be used as a tool for short-term political objectives. He emphasized that the credibility of the Federal Reserve comes from institutional constraints and policy discipline. Warsh highlighted that price stability is the Fed's safeguard and committed to taking full responsibility for it, stating, "No excuses, no evasion." He also warned against the expanding boundaries of the Fed's functions in the post-crisis era, advocating that it should not extend its reach into areas of fiscal or social policy where it lacks statutory authority.

Fed Nominee Warsh's Opening Statement Released, Commits to Independence in Rate Decisions

On April 21, Apple announced on Monday that John Ternus will succeed Tim Cook as CEO on September 1, with Cook transitioning to the role of Executive Chairman. Ternus, who is currently the Senior Vice President of Hardware Engineering, will join Apple's board of directors after becoming CEO. Art Levinson, Apple's non-executive chairman, will become the lead independent director on the same day. In a press release, Apple stated, 'Cook will continue to serve as CEO throughout the summer, working closely with Ternus to ensure a smooth transition.' This marks the first CEO transition at Apple since Cook took over from Steve Jobs in 2011. Cook succeeded shortly before Jobs' passing. Under Cook's leadership, Apple's market value has increased approximately 24 times, reaching $4 trillion at the close on Monday.

[Apple Announces Leadership Change: Ternus to Succeed Cook as CEO]On April 21, Apple announced on Monday that John Ternus will succeed Tim Cook as CEO on September 1, with Cook transitioning to the role of Executive Chairman. Ternus, who is currently the Senior Vice President of Hardware Engineering, will join Apple's board of directors after becoming CEO. Art Levinson, Apple's non-executive chairman, will become the lead independent director on the same day. In a press release, Apple stated, 'Cook will continue to serve as CEO throughout the summer, working closely with Ternus to ensure a smooth transition.' This marks the first CEO transition at Apple since Cook took over from Steve Jobs in 2011. Cook succeeded shortly before Jobs' passing. Under Cook's leadership, Apple's market value has increased approximately 24 times, reaching $4 trillion at the close on Monday.

Apple Announces Leadership Change: Ternus to Succeed Cook as CEO

On April 21, the Seoul Composite Index in South Korea increased by 2.2%, reaching a record high.

[Korean Stocks Rise 2.2% to Set New Historical High]On April 21, the Seoul Composite Index in South Korea increased by 2.2%, reaching a record high.

Korean Stocks Rise 2.2% to Set New Historical High

Mark Yusko, founder of Morgan Creek Capital, believes that traditional finance companies will eventually transform into digital asset businesses. In an interview with London Real, Yusko compared the current state of blockchain technology and crypto to the early days of the internet and predicted continued evolution in the digital asset space.

[Mark Yusko Predicts Legacy Financial Corporations To Become Crypto Companies As Digital Assets Become Inevitable]Mark Yusko, founder of Morgan Creek Capital, believes that traditional finance companies will eventually transform into digital asset businesses. In an interview with London Real, Yusko compared the current state of blockchain technology and crypto to the early days of the internet and predicted continued evolution in the digital asset space.

Mark Yusko Predicts Legacy Financial Corporations To Become Crypto Companies As Digital Assets Become Inevitable

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