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The Algorand Foundation has laid off 25% of its staff, according to a statement released on Wednesday. The foundation announced on X, "This was not a decision made lightly, but rather in response to an uncertain global macro environment and a general downturn in the crypto market."

The Algorand Foundation is one of the organizations responsible for managing the Algorand Layer 1 blockchain. According to LinkedIn data, the non-profit organization has fewer than 200 employees.

[The Algorand Foundation is laying off 25% of its staff, citing global macroeconomic uncertainty and a downturn in the cryptocurrency market.]The Algorand Foundation has laid off 25% of its staff, according to a statement released on Wednesday. The foundation announced on X, "This was not a decision made lightly, but rather in response to an uncertain global macro environment and a general downturn in the crypto market."

The Algorand Foundation is one of the organizations responsible for managing the Algorand Layer 1 blockchain. According to LinkedIn data, the non-profit organization has fewer than 200 employees.

The Algorand Foundation is laying off 25% of its staff, citing global macroeconomic uncertainty and a downturn in the cryptocurrency market.

The market shows that BTC is currently priced at $71,103.24, with a 24-hour decline of 4.28%. The market is highly volatile, so please ensure proper risk management.

[BTC is currently priced at $71,103, with a 24-hour decline of 4.28%.]The market shows that BTC is currently priced at $71,103.24, with a 24-hour decline of 4.28%. The market is highly volatile, so please ensure proper risk management.

BTC is currently priced at $71,103, with a 24-hour decline of 4.28%.

On March 19, "Fed Whisperer" Nick Timiraos reported that Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell stated that if his successor is not confirmed before his term ends on May 15, he will continue to serve as Chairman of the Federal Reserve. This is his most direct statement to date regarding the upcoming leadership transition at the Fed. Powell further indicated that he would not leave the Federal Reserve Board as long as the Justice Department's investigation into him remains ongoing. He mentioned that he has not yet decided whether he would continue to serve on the Federal Reserve Board if the investigation concludes and a successor takes over as Chairman. It is confirmed that Powell can remain on the Federal Reserve Board until 2028 after his term as Chairman ends. This decision by Powell has significant implications for Trump's ability to reshape the structure of the Federal Reserve. If Powell stays on the Board, Trump will lose a position that he could have personally appointed someone to. Currently, three of the seven members of the Federal Reserve Board were appointed by Trump.

["Federal Reserve Mouthpiece": Powell Restrains Trump from Making Moves at the Fed]On March 19, "Fed Whisperer" Nick Timiraos reported that Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell stated that if his successor is not confirmed before his term ends on May 15, he will continue to serve as Chairman of the Federal Reserve. This is his most direct statement to date regarding the upcoming leadership transition at the Fed. Powell further indicated that he would not leave the Federal Reserve Board as long as the Justice Department's investigation into him remains ongoing. He mentioned that he has not yet decided whether he would continue to serve on the Federal Reserve Board if the investigation concludes and a successor takes over as Chairman. It is confirmed that Powell can remain on the Federal Reserve Board until 2028 after his term as Chairman ends. This decision by Powell has significant implications for Trump's ability to reshape the structure of the Federal Reserve. If Powell stays on the Board, Trump will lose a position that he could have personally appointed someone to. Currently, three of the seven members of the Federal Reserve Board were appointed by Trump.

"Federal Reserve Mouthpiece": Powell Restrains Trump from Making Moves at the Fed

On March 19, the FTX liquidation trust fund will distribute approximately $2.2 billion to creditors in its fourth distribution on March 31, 2026. Eligible creditors are expected to receive funds from their chosen distribution service providers within 1 to 3 business days. Additionally, FTX has set April 30, 2026, as the record date and will make payments to preferred equity holders on May 29, 2026.

[FTX liquidation trust to distribute approximately $2.2 billion to creditors on March 31]On March 19, the FTX liquidation trust fund will distribute approximately $2.2 billion to creditors in its fourth distribution on March 31, 2026. Eligible creditors are expected to receive funds from their chosen distribution service providers within 1 to 3 business days. Additionally, FTX has set April 30, 2026, as the record date and will make payments to preferred equity holders on May 29, 2026.

FTX liquidation trust to distribute approximately $2.2 billion to creditors on March 31

On March 19th, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps of Iran issued an emergency statement in the early morning local time on the 19th, announcing that it had launched a large-scale missile attack on oil and energy facilities related to the United States in the region. This operation is a direct reciprocal retaliation for the attack on Iran's energy infrastructure earlier on the 18th. The statement pointed out that this retaliatory action aims to target energy facilities "related to U.S. interests and holding U.S. shares." The statement emphasized that Iran was originally unwilling to expand the war into the energy sector, nor did it wish to affect the economies of neighboring countries, but the enemy's provocations have led the war into a "new phase." The statement confirmed that the Iranian armed forces have carried out multiple rounds of strikes, ensuring that the losses suffered by the enemy are at the same level as the damage to Iran's infrastructure. The statement also warned that if the attacks continue, Iran will expand the scope of its strikes to all energy infrastructure of U.S. and Israeli allies, until they are "completely destroyed." (CCTV News)

[Iran launches the 63rd round of "Real Commitment 4" operations in retaliation for attacks on energy infrastructure.]On March 19th, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps of Iran issued an emergency statement in the early morning local time on the 19th, announcing that it had launched a large-scale missile attack on oil and energy facilities related to the United States in the region. This operation is a direct reciprocal retaliation for the attack on Iran's energy infrastructure earlier on the 18th. The statement pointed out that this retaliatory action aims to target energy facilities "related to U.S. interests and holding U.S. shares." The statement emphasized that Iran was originally unwilling to expand the war into the energy sector, nor did it wish to affect the economies of neighboring countries, but the enemy's provocations have led the war into a "new phase." The statement confirmed that the Iranian armed forces have carried out multiple rounds of strikes, ensuring that the losses suffered by the enemy are at the same level as the damage to Iran's infrastructure. The statement also warned that if the attacks continue, Iran will expand the scope of its strikes to all energy infrastructure of U.S. and Israeli allies, until they are "completely destroyed." (CCTV News)

Iran launches the 63rd round of "Real Commitment 4" operations in retaliation for attacks on energy infrastructure.

March 19th, Federal Reserve FOMC Statement:
1. The Federal Reserve announced it will maintain the target range for the federal funds rate between 3.5% and 3.75%, holding steady for the second consecutive time, in line with broad market expectations.
2. The Federal Reserve passed this interest rate decision with a vote of 11 to 1; Federal Reserve Governor Stephen Millan dissented, advocating for a rate cut.
3. The Federal Reserve maintained its forecast of one rate cut in both 2026 and 2027.
4. The Federal Reserve's dot plot shows median projections for the federal funds rate at the end of 2026, 2027, 2028, and the long-run federal funds rate to be 3.4%, 3.1%, 3.1%, and 3.1% respectively.
5. The Federal Reserve FOMC's economic projections show upward revisions to the median forecasts for US GDP growth and core PCE inflation at the end of 2026, 2027, and 2028.
6. The Federal Reserve FOMC statement indicated that the impact of developments in the Middle East remains unclear.

Federal Reserve Chairman Powell's Remarks:
1. The Federal Reserve believes the current policy stance is appropriate; the Federal Reserve is currently in a good position to decide how to adjust interest rates in the future.
2. The US economy is expanding, and inflation remains slightly elevated; short-term inflation expectations have risen in recent weeks; most long-term expectations are consistent with the 2% target.
3. If progress on inflation is not seen, interest rates will not be cut.
4. The possibility of the next move being a rate hike was indeed mentioned; the vast majority do not see a rate hike as the baseline scenario for the next move; unable to provide an answer on the triggers for a rate hike.
5. Some of the oil price shock will be reflected in core inflation; rising energy prices will push up overall inflation; it is still too early to judge the full economic impact of developments in the Middle East.
6. Consumption and employment will continue to face some downward pressure, while inflation faces upward pressure.
7. Data center construction may be pushing up inflation; AI investment may be pushing up the neutral rate in the short term; not yet seeing the impact of AI on productivity.
8. No intention to leave the Federal Reserve before the Department of Justice investigation concludes; will serve as interim chair until a successor is confirmed; has not decided how long to remain at the Federal Reserve.

[Federal Reserve Interest Rate Decision and Powell's Speech Summary: Interest Rates Unchanged, Powell Says Not Yet Decided How Long He Will Stay at the Fed]March 19th, Federal Reserve FOMC Statement:
1. The Federal Reserve announced it will maintain the target range for the federal funds rate between 3.5% and 3.75%, holding steady for the second consecutive time, in line with broad market expectations.
2. The Federal Reserve passed this interest rate decision with a vote of 11 to 1; Federal Reserve Governor Stephen Millan dissented, advocating for a rate cut.
3. The Federal Reserve maintained its forecast of one rate cut in both 2026 and 2027.
4. The Federal Reserve's dot plot shows median projections for the federal funds rate at the end of 2026, 2027, 2028, and the long-run federal funds rate to be 3.4%, 3.1%, 3.1%, and 3.1% respectively.
5. The Federal Reserve FOMC's economic projections show upward revisions to the median forecasts for US GDP growth and core PCE inflation at the end of 2026, 2027, and 2028.
6. The Federal Reserve FOMC statement indicated that the impact of developments in the Middle East remains unclear.

Federal Reserve Chairman Powell's Remarks:
1. The Federal Reserve believes the current policy stance is appropriate; the Federal Reserve is currently in a good position to decide how to adjust interest rates in the future.
2. The US economy is expanding, and inflation remains slightly elevated; short-term inflation expectations have risen in recent weeks; most long-term expectations are consistent with the 2% target.
3. If progress on inflation is not seen, interest rates will not be cut.
4. The possibility of the next move being a rate hike was indeed mentioned; the vast majority do not see a rate hike as the baseline scenario for the next move; unable to provide an answer on the triggers for a rate hike.
5. Some of the oil price shock will be reflected in core inflation; rising energy prices will push up overall inflation; it is still too early to judge the full economic impact of developments in the Middle East.
6. Consumption and employment will continue to face some downward pressure, while inflation faces upward pressure.
7. Data center construction may be pushing up inflation; AI investment may be pushing up the neutral rate in the short term; not yet seeing the impact of AI on productivity.
8. No intention to leave the Federal Reserve before the Department of Justice investigation concludes; will serve as interim chair until a successor is confirmed; has not decided how long to remain at the Federal Reserve.

Federal Reserve Interest Rate Decision and Powell's Speech Summary: Interest Rates Unchanged, Powell Says Not Yet Decided How Long He Will Stay at the Fed

On March 19th, local time March 18th, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal citing U.S. officials, after Israel attacked Iran's South Pars gas field on the same day, U.S. President Trump stated that he "does not want further attacks on Iran's energy facilities." The report stated that Trump was informed in advance of Israel's plan to attack the South Pars gas field and expressed his support, intending to send a message to Iran in "response to its actions of blocking the Strait of Hormuz." According to U.S. officials, Trump believes that "Iran has received this message" and therefore currently opposes further attacks on Iran's energy infrastructure. However, depending on Iran's future actions in the strategic waterway, Trump may still reconsider targeting more Iranian energy facilities. According to Israeli media reports, the Israeli Air Force attacked "major natural gas facilities" in southern Iran on the same day and was preparing to launch attacks on other national infrastructure in Iran. Israeli media reported that the attack was "coordinated with the United States." (CCTV International News)

[Trump reportedly not considering further strikes on Iranian energy facilities for now]On March 19th, local time March 18th, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal citing U.S. officials, after Israel attacked Iran's South Pars gas field on the same day, U.S. President Trump stated that he "does not want further attacks on Iran's energy facilities." The report stated that Trump was informed in advance of Israel's plan to attack the South Pars gas field and expressed his support, intending to send a message to Iran in "response to its actions of blocking the Strait of Hormuz." According to U.S. officials, Trump believes that "Iran has received this message" and therefore currently opposes further attacks on Iran's energy infrastructure. However, depending on Iran's future actions in the strategic waterway, Trump may still reconsider targeting more Iranian energy facilities. According to Israeli media reports, the Israeli Air Force attacked "major natural gas facilities" in southern Iran on the same day and was preparing to launch attacks on other national infrastructure in Iran. Israeli media reported that the attack was "coordinated with the United States." (CCTV International News)

Trump reportedly not considering further strikes on Iranian energy facilities for now

On March 19th, according to CME's "FedWatch": The probability of the Federal Reserve cutting interest rates by 25 basis points in April is 0%, and the probability of keeping interest rates unchanged is 100%. The probability of the Federal Reserve cumulatively cutting interest rates by 25 basis points by June is 11.2%, and the probability of keeping interest rates unchanged is 88.8%. The probability of keeping interest rates unchanged by July is 77.4%.

[The probability of the Federal Reserve keeping interest rates unchanged in April is 100%.]On March 19th, according to CME's "FedWatch": The probability of the Federal Reserve cutting interest rates by 25 basis points in April is 0%, and the probability of keeping interest rates unchanged is 100%. The probability of the Federal Reserve cumulatively cutting interest rates by 25 basis points by June is 11.2%, and the probability of keeping interest rates unchanged is 88.8%. The probability of keeping interest rates unchanged by July is 77.4%.

The probability of the Federal Reserve keeping interest rates unchanged in April is 100%.

Bitcoin infrastructure company Fold disclosed its annual report on Tuesday, revealing a net loss of $69.6 million for 2025 and an expanded operating loss of $27.7 million, significantly exceeding the $5.8 million loss in the same period last year. Despite a 34% increase in revenue to $31.8 million, the adjusted loss per share was $0.41. The company added 13,000 new users throughout the year, bringing its total verified accounts to 84,000, and transaction volume grew by 46% to $960 million. Fold currently holds 1,527 BTC. To simplify its balance sheet, the company paid $9.6 million to redeem a portion of its convertible notes. CEO Will Reeves stated that the newly launched Bitcoin rewards credit card and enterprise business are expected to expand the market.

[Fold reported a net loss of $69.6 million in 2025, with Bitcoin business expansion dragging down profits.]Bitcoin infrastructure company Fold disclosed its annual report on Tuesday, revealing a net loss of $69.6 million for 2025 and an expanded operating loss of $27.7 million, significantly exceeding the $5.8 million loss in the same period last year. Despite a 34% increase in revenue to $31.8 million, the adjusted loss per share was $0.41. The company added 13,000 new users throughout the year, bringing its total verified accounts to 84,000, and transaction volume grew by 46% to $960 million. Fold currently holds 1,527 BTC. To simplify its balance sheet, the company paid $9.6 million to redeem a portion of its convertible notes. CEO Will Reeves stated that the newly launched Bitcoin rewards credit card and enterprise business are expected to expand the market.

Fold reported a net loss of $69.6 million in 2025, with Bitcoin business expansion dragging down profits.

Crypto lender Celsius, which filed for bankruptcy last year, has received approval from a judge to hold a vote on its plan to sell assets to the Fahrenheit consortium. The plan would see creditors recover between 67% and 85% of their holdings, with returns largely being made in bitcoin and ether.

[Crypto Lender Celsius to Hold Vote on Asset Sale Plan to Fahrenheit Consortium, Creditors Could Recover 67%-85% of Holdings]Crypto lender Celsius, which filed for bankruptcy last year, has received approval from a judge to hold a vote on its plan to sell assets to the Fahrenheit consortium. The plan would see creditors recover between 67% and 85% of their holdings, with returns largely being made in bitcoin and ether.

Crypto Lender Celsius to Hold Vote on Asset Sale Plan to Fahrenheit Consortium, Creditors Could Recover 67%-85% of Holdings

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