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Cointime News Wrapup-Afternoon: UK Treasury Seeks Input on Taxing DeFi Staking and Lending
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Fed Chair nominee Waller: I will be independent of Trump's opinions. Trump tends to call for the FOMC to cut interest rates. Independence depends on the Fed itself.
The Financial Times reported, citing anonymous investor sources, that the UK digital bank Revolut plans to seek a valuation of $150 billion to $200 billion in its upcoming IPO, a significant increase from its previous valuation of $75 billion. The company's CEO, Nik Storonsky, also revealed that Revolut is preparing for a new round of secondary share sales in the second half of 2026, with a valuation potentially exceeding $100 billion.
Market data shows that ETH has fallen below $2300, currently priced at $2299.92, with a 24-hour decline of 0.38%. The market is experiencing significant fluctuations, so please ensure proper risk management.
On April 21, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Mark Milley stated that the U.S. is ready to resume operations and can act against Iran at any time. (Axios)
On April 21, local time, Abdollahi, commander of the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Command of the Iranian Armed Forces, stated that Iran is prepared to respond decisively to the 'enemy's breach of promises.' Abdollahi emphasized that the current Iranian military possesses 'authority, readiness, and comprehensive strategic capabilities.' He noted that the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and other defense forces have demonstrated combat capabilities in relevant operations, putting 'Israel and the United States in a difficult and fatigued position,' forcing them to 'seek a ceasefire.' Abdollahi also stressed that the Iranian armed forces maintain a high level of unity with the government and the people under the supreme leader's unified command, and will respond 'decisively, resolutely, and promptly' to any threats and actions. (CCTV News)
On April 21, according to CCTV News, maritime intelligence company 'TankerTrackers' reported that a tanker belonging to the National Iranian Tanker Company returned to Iran after unloading approximately 2 million barrels of crude oil in Indonesia, crossing the relevant maritime blockade line. The tanker is currently en route to Iran's main oil export hub, Khark Island, and is expected to arrive on April 22 local time. It is reported that the tanker set sail from Iran in late March, heading towards the Riau Islands of Indonesia.
On April 21, White House Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany stated in an interview with Fox News on the evening of the 20th that the United States and Iran are on the "verge of reaching an agreement." McEnany remarked, "The US has never been closer to achieving a truly good deal." However, she did not disclose any information regarding the current status of the negotiations. McEnany noted that even if an agreement is not reached, President Trump has multiple options and is not afraid to utilize these measures. Previous actions have demonstrated that Trump is not just "bluffing."
On April 21, news emerged that, according to monitoring by PeckShield, the Kelp DAO attacker transferred 30,800 ETH to a special address starting with 0x00000, possibly indicating a destruction action.
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