美军向中东部署海军陆战队远征部队，应对霍尔木兹海峡危机

Beijing: Provides Support of Up to 50 Million Yuan for Demonstration Projects in "Artificial Intelligence+" in Key Areas

Beijing Municipal Government released "Several Measures to Promote Steady and Progressive Economic Development," proposing three supporting policies to promote artificial intelligence applications, including financial subsidies for computing power rental costs and high-quality solutions, as well as support of up to 50 million yuan for demonstration projects.

Analyst: Iran War May Prompt ECB to Lean Toward Rate Hikes, Market Expects 36 Basis Points Rate Increase by Year-End

Ebury analyst Matthew Ryan stated that Middle East conflict could make the European Central Bank more inclined to raise rates rather than cut them, as inflation spikes following the Russia-Ukraine war have made the central bank more vigilant about potential risks. He expects Lagarde will emphasize the importance of controlling inflation at Thursday's meeting.

QCP: BTC Oscillates Near $74,000; Multi-Country Central Bank Rate Decisions Key This Week

QCP Capital analysis indicates that BTC price is maintaining around $74,000, with a lack of upward momentum. Although the overall crypto market remains under pressure, the declines are relatively controlled. Central bank policy meetings throughout the year will influence the market, as high oil prices have lowered expectations for rate cuts, and the interest rate environment has weakened support for crypto assets. Until policy and geopolitical situations become clearer, a volatile pattern may continue.

France Says It's Willing to Help "Liberate the Strait of Hormuz," But Refuses to Get Drawn Into War

French Finance Minister Lescure stated that France is willing to help secure the Strait of Hormuz after the situation cools down, but on the condition that the war must stop. He emphasized that Europe has the capability to maintain maritime security, but is unwilling to engage in military operations amid the current conflict. This has sparked differences between Europe and the United States regarding military involvement in the Middle East, reflecting the complexity of energy security and its potential implications.

Iran's Intelligence Minister Ismail Khatib was killed in an attack last night.

Gate News reports that on March 18, according to Israeli media, Iran's intelligence minister Ismail Khatib was assassinated last night. There are currently no updates regarding his whereabouts.

Citigroup Slashes Bitcoin and Ethereum 12-Month Price Targets, Citing Stalled U.S. Crypto Legislation Weighing on Upside Catalysts

Citigroup has lowered its 12-month price targets for Bitcoin and Ethereum, signaling a shift toward caution on the cryptocurrency market's medium-term outlook, primarily due to slow progress in U.S. crypto asset legislation. Bitcoin's target was reduced from $143,000 to $112,000, while Ethereum's fell to $3,175. Despite upside potential remaining in the future, the lack of new policy catalysts suggests prices may oscillate within a range in the near term. Citigroup's assessment of Ethereum is more cautious, as it believes the asset is more significantly impacted by on-chain activity.