Global TradFi & Macroeconomics

According to ChainCatcher, the U.S. Dollar Index rose 0.22% on May 4, closing at 98.377 in forex trading. Among major currency pairs, the euro weakened to 1.1692 per dollar from 1.1731, while the yen strengthened to 157.24 per dollar from 157.02. The British pound declined to 1.3534 per dollar from

Gate News: According to the latest Gate TradFi data, CRCL (Circle Internet Group Inc) has surged by 18% in a short period. Current volatility is significantly higher than recent averages, indicating increased market

According to Jin Shi, Federal Reserve Vice Chair John Williams stated on May 4 that there is currently no need to consider raising interest rates.

According to Interactive Brokers, client equity reached $870.9 billion at the end of April, marking a 48% increase year-over-year and a 10% gain from March. Daily Average Revenue Trades (DARTs) totaled 4.241 million for the month, up 11% annually but down 2% from March. Client accounts expanded to 4

Gate News: According to the latest Gate TradFi data, USDCOP (US Dollar vs Colombia Peso) has surged by 1.5% in a short period. Current volatility is significantly higher than recent averages, indicating increased market

Key Insights XRP trades within a tightening rising channel, with resistance near $1.40 and SAR at $1.4734 defining short-term breakout direction. Spot ETF inflows into XRP remain positive, reaching $1.30 billion cumulatively, while Bitcoin and Ethereum funds record notable outflows in

According to ChainCatcher, ECB Governing Council member Negrel stated that the central bank may raise rates in June if the inflation outlook does not improve.

Fed Chair Jerome Powell's colleague Williams stated that tariffs and energy are primary drivers of inflation, while core inflation remains stable overall. He noted that well-anchored inflation expectations represent a positive signal, according to reports.

Key Insights XRP price compresses within a symmetrical triangle as volatility declines, signaling a potential breakout while traders closely monitor resistance and support levels. XRPL records strong growth in tokenized United States Treasuries and transfer volumes, indicating rising

According to BlockBeats, Tom Lee stated on May 5 that war headlines regarding Iran's attack would have only temporary impact on stock markets, suggesting investors should buy on dips.

According to ChainCatcher, on Monday (May 4), the U.S. stock market closed lower. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 1.1%, while the S&P 500 declined 0.4% and the Nasdaq Composite dropped 0.19%. Among individual stocks, Intel (INTC) fell nearly 4%, Apple (AAPL) declined 1%, Micron Technology (MU)

Bitcoin leads with strong institutional ETF inflows and growing regulated investor demand. Ethereum gains strength through blockchain utility, DeFi leadership, and rising ETF interest. Solana attracts investors with speed, ecosystem growth, and potential spot ETF optimism. Crypto investo

According to BlockBeats, U.S. 30-year Treasury yield broke above 5.01% on May 4, marking the highest level since July last year.

Gate News message, according to the May 4 update, Bitcoin ETFs recorded a 1-day net inflow of 7,524 BTC (approximately $603.14 million) and a 7-day net inflow of 1,487 BTC (approximately $119.21 million). Ethereum ETFs saw a 1-day net inflow of 41,739 ETH (approximately $98.92 million), but experien

According to The Block, FINRA has approved Securitize to underwrite tokenized IPOs and secondary offerings, and to custody tokenized securities through its broker-dealer subsidiary. The approvals make Securitize the first firm to receive such comprehensive regulatory green light for onchain securiti

Gate News: According to the latest Gate TradFi data, CRCL (Circle Internet Group Inc) has surged by 14% in a short period. Current volatility is significantly higher than recent averages, indicating increased market

Broadridge has completed its acquisition of CQG, integrating futures and options execution, market connectivity, and analytics capabilities into its platform. The combined infrastructure allows institutional clients, brokers, and derivatives traders to access execution management, order routing, and

The Democratic People's Republic of Korea has denied allegations of state-sponsored cryptocurrency theft, even as blockchain intelligence firm TRM Labs reported that DPRK-linked actors stole approximately $577 million in the first four months of 2026. A spokesperson for the regime's Foreign Ministry