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Germany is considering deploying naval forces to the Strait of Hormuz for shipping security, as stated by Defense Minister Pistorius. The decision depends on various preconditions, emphasizing the aim is to ensure free navigation, not to engage in conflict.

Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman reaffirmed on April 20 that removing enriched uranium is non-negotiable, emphasizing the country's commitment to retaining its nuclear advancements domestically amid diplomatic talks.

A centralized exchange launched crypto-backed lending services in the UK, allowing instant USDC loans using BTC, ETH, and cbETH as collateral, powered by Morpho. Total loans issued surpassed $2.17 billion since the service's US debut in January 2025.

OCBC and Lion Global Investors are launching a physical gold fund token, GOLDX Token, on Ethereum and Solana blockchains, with OCBC handling design and Lion Global managing investment and governance.

Gate News message, April 20 — French-listed company Capital B has increased its Bitcoin holdings by 12 BTC, bringing its total holdings to 2,937 BTC, according to an official announcement.

Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Baghaei affirmed that the country won't accept ultimatums in defending its sovereignty, insisting that military actions are for self-defense and warning of a strong response to any new aggression from the U.S. or Israel.

From 07:15 to 07:30 on April 20, 2026 (UTC), BTC achieved a +0.56% short-term return in mainstream markets. The price range touched 74718.5 - 75568.1 USDT, and the 15-minute intraday swing reached 1.14%. In this phase, market attention warmed up, trading activity rose noticeably, and overall volatility increased.
The main driver behind this deviation is that for mainstream trading pairs such as BTC/USDT, the 15-minute trading volume increased month-over-month to +15%, forming a buy-side dominant pattern that pushed spot prices upward to break higher. Inflows directly drove the short-term upside. On-chain data shows that large BTC transfers were dispatched to new wallets in a structured, staged manner, with no concentrated sell pressure flowing to trading platforms. This releases a rebalancing signal rather than a sell signal, which helps ease short-term sell pressure. The chain

2026-04-20 07:15 to 07:30 (UTC), ETH’s short-term return reached +1.22%. The price range spanned from 2285.19 to 2332.62 USDT, with a 2.07% amplitude. During this period, market attention heated up, volatility noticeably intensified. On-chain transaction volume rose in tandem, and key mainstream on-chain activity indicators expanded significantly on a month-over-month basis.
The primary driver of this deviation was an increase in transaction activity related to DeFi protocols, which boosted the share of on-chain Gas consumption. At the same time, total on-chain transaction volume saw a sharp surge in a short time. DeFi scenarios such as decentralized exchanges and lending protocols led to a direct surge in demand for ETH, driving funds to flow quickly into the market. In addition, the average Gas fees and Gas prices on the ETH network continued to climb in this window, further validating that high-frequency trading and active capital were accelerating into the market and strengthening short-term bullish sentiment.
Second, on-chain data also showed an expansion in liquidity related to stablecoins and ERC20 assets, strengthening market buy-side power. Although historical large-wallets such as Wilcke still held a large amount of ETH after early March, this cycle did not trigger abnormal transfers or large-scale sell-offs. Meanwhile, the positioning structure of mainstream ETH did not show passive deleveraging or concentrated liquidation. Under the combined effects of multiple factors, global buy-side demand was amplified, and short-term ETH volatility was further elevated.
Be alert to the risk of capital sustainability after a surge in high-frequency trading volume and Gas fees. If subsequent incremental buying is lacking or on-chain attention cools down, ETH may face short-term pullback pressure. Monitor changes in large-holder positions, any abnormal shifts in network fees, and liquidity volatility on the DeFi protocol chain. While there have been no signs of security incidents involving major contracts and protocols so far, short-term liquidity disturbances still need close observation. Keep monitoring fund flows and on-chain structure to stay informed about subsequent market changes.

Bitcoin dominance has reached 59.9%, nearing a key resistance level. If rejected, analysts predict a capital shift to altcoins, potentially leading to an "altseason," as past trends show this often initiates rallies in smaller assets.

AirTrunk has acquired Lumina CloudInfra, enabling entry into India's data center market with 600 MW capacity. This move aligns with Blackstone's strategy to consolidate assets and address rising demand for cloud and AI infrastructure, despite pressure on India's power market.

Gate News message, April 20 — Qunhe Technology, a company listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange, surged 106.99% in today's trading session.

A suspected manipulation address transferred 20 million RAVE tokens, worth about $10.67 million, to a central exchange. Today, it has moved a total of nearly 43 million RAVE tokens, valued over $34.97 million.

Cobo has launched the Cobo Agentic Wallet, enabling AI agents to conduct on-chain transactions under user-defined controls. Utilizing Multi-Party Computation for security and incorporating Pact and Recipes protocols, it supports various operational modes for diverse risk levels.

Samsung SDI has signed a multiyear deal to supply high-nickel EV batteries to Mercedes-Benz, valued at around $6.7 billion. The partnership focuses on future mobility solutions and battery technology, with production based in Hungary.

Tether's market cap has increased by $40 million, reaching $187 billion, and recent stablecoin circulation has added $3 billion. This reflects improved liquidity conditions, potentially signaling a price rally for Bitcoin if the trend continues.

Singapore is increasing liquefied natural gas purchases from alternative sources due to Middle East conflict disrupting shipments. The Energy Market Authority is ensuring sufficient fuel supply as electricity tariffs rise, while pursuing diverse energy alternatives.

Ibrahim Aziz announced that Iran will send a delegation to Islamabad if it receives favorable signals from the U.S., indicating ongoing diplomatic discussions between Iran and Pakistan.

Iran's President Pezeshkian emphasized the need for diplomacy to reduce tensions and insisted on maintaining vigilance and distrust of adversaries during negotiations, highlighting that war benefits no one.

Gate News update, April 20, according to Gate market data. As of the time of writing, CHZ (Chiliz) is trading at $0.0434. It is up 6.98% over the past 24 hours, with a high of $0.0443 and a low of $0.0398. The 24-hour trading volume is $323.8k. The current market cap is approximately $448 million.
As the exclusive utility token of Socios.com, Chiliz gives sports and esports fans the right to jointly manage teams, events, leagues, and other activities. Through voting, Chiliz grants fans in the sports and esports space the right to "joint control," allowing them to participate in team management and strategic decision-making. Any league, team, or event can implement this model by applying blockchain. Fans can become opinion leaders for any competition project by using the Socios.com platform that supports Chiliz payments. Teams, leagues, and other types of projects in sports and esports can also be monetized by giving fans a certain degree of decision-making power.
This information does not constitute investment advice. Investors should be aware of market volatility risks.

Gate News message, a wallet address 0x3CEE associated with CEXt withdrew 6,382.5 ETH valued at $14.5 million from a centralized exchange within the past hour. This marks the wallet's first activity after remaining dormant for one year.
Following the withdrawal, the wallet currently holds a total o