According to Odaily Planet Daily, a US official stated that Iran submitted a ten-point response on Monday to proposals to end the war, and that Iran's response was "too extreme." It remains unclear whether it will contribute to a diplomatic solution. (Jin Shi)

According to Strategy's 8-K filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, the company reported approximately $14.46 billion in unrealized losses on Bitcoin in the first quarter of 2026. However, related tax effects resulted in approximately $2.42 billion in deferred tax assets, partially offsetting the book losses. Despite the unrealized losses, Strategy chose to continue increasing its Bitcoin holdings in early April, primarily funded by its ATM (Audi-to-Market) equity financing plan, part of its "42/42" financing strategy, which aims to raise $84 billion by 2027 for continued Bitcoin accumulation. (The Block)

Odaily Planet Daily reports that Mike Selig, Chairman of the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), stated in a post on the X platform that U.S. federal law clearly stipulates that the derivatives market is regulated by the CFTC. Whether it's sports, politics, or oil prices, under the federal regulatory framework, the CFTC has clear jurisdiction to regulate forecasting markets and an obligation to uphold the regulations.

Odaily Planet Daily reports that US President Trump's use of profanity on social media to threaten Iran into opening the Strait of Hormuz has prompted Iranian embassies and consulates in several countries to issue sarcastic statements. The Iranian Embassy in India stated, "Swearing and insulting are the behavior of a sore loser. Control yourself, old man!" The Iranian Embassy in Zimbabwe released a set of "Presidential Etiquette" guidelines, including "using respectful and restrained language in public speeches" and "behaving with dignity, reflecting the seriousness of one's position." The Iranian Embassy in the UK quoted American author Mark Twain, saying, "It's better to remain silent and let others doubt your worth than to speak and completely prove yourself a fool." The Iranian Embassy in South Africa appealed to the American public, "To be honest, smart Americans should at least do something to uphold their own dignity." (Jin Shi)

According to the Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA), Iran has conveyed its response to the US proposal to end the war to Pakistan. Iran's reply includes ten points: it rejects a ceasefire, emphasizes the need for a permanent end to the war, demands the lifting of sanctions and reconstruction, and calls for a safe passage agreement in the Strait of Hormuz. (Jin Shi)