Iranian agents propose to discuss terms to end the war

French President Macron will attend Paris Blockchain Week and deliver a speech related to stablecoins and digital assets.

Gate News reports that on March 26, French President Emmanuel Macron will attend and speak at Paris Blockchain Week, held at the Louvre Caroussel from April 15 to 16, 2026. The speech will cover three main topics: the adoption of stablecoins and digital assets, and Europe's role in the institutional digital economy. Additionally, senior French government officials actively involved in shaping MiCA (EU Crypto Asset Market Regulation), stablecoin regulation, and European digital infrastructure policies will also attend the event.

Putin: The consequences of the Middle East conflict are hard to predict, Russia needs to stay strong and united.

Gate News reports that on March 26, according to market sources, Russian President Vladimir Putin made a statement on the Middle East situation. Putin said that the consequences of the Middle East conflict are difficult to predict, and Russia must stay strong and united in facing the challenges. Additionally, Putin remains cautious and conservative regarding the rise in oil prices.

Investors revisit 2022 risk-hedging strategies, with cash holdings reaching the largest increase in six years.

Investors are selling stocks and bonds to avoid the risks of Iran war, increasing their cash holdings to a six-year high. JPMorgan Chase indicates that geopolitical uncertainties will continue to impact the stock and bond markets, although cash levels remain relatively moderate.

Stand With Crypto launches the "Voter Center" platform to help American voters review candidates' positions on cryptocurrency.

The cryptocurrency advocacy organization Stand With Crypto launched the "Voter Hub" platform on March 26, to help digital asset users understand candidates' positions on crypto, and to publish lists of supportive and opposing members of Congress. Polls show that about 60% of crypto holders do not consistently support a particular party, and nearly 50% prioritize candidates' crypto stances when voting.

Hong Kong accelerates digital yuan development; China's central bank and Hong Kong Monetary Authority discuss wallet upgrades for digital currency.

Hong Kong Financial Secretary Christopher Hui stated that the People's Bank of China and the Hong Kong Monetary Authority are exploring upgrades to digital wallets to enhance usage limits and user experience. The digital yuan has made significant progress in Hong Kong, with a substantial increase in the number of wallets and merchant acceptance.

Trump urges Iran to negotiate quickly, warning that "it will be too late"

Gate News reports that on March 26, U.S. President Donald Trump posted on social media urging Iran to take negotiations seriously as soon as possible. Trump said that Iran's negotiating team is very different and "strange," secretly "pleading" with the U.S. to reach an agreement, but publicly claiming they are only "considering our proposals." He said this stance is wrong. Trump stated that Iran "has been militarily eliminated, with no chance of resurgence," and they should get serious soon before it's too late. Trump warned that once the situation develops to that point, there will be no turning back, and the situation won't be good.