The Russian Central Bank plans to conduct a study on the feasibility of creating a Russian stablecoin by 2026.

Iran's Largest Gas Field Bombed, Retaliatory Attacks Hit Three Persian Gulf Nations: Brent Crude Breaks $110, Diesel Hits 4-Year High

Iran's largest South Pars oil field was bombed, followed by retaliatory attacks on Qatar's energy hub, causing Brent crude oil to break through $110 per barrel. Global stock markets plummeted, and the crypto market was also affected. This geopolitical tension could trigger a larger-scale energy crisis, having a critical impact on future market trends.

Trump: Israel Has Attacked Important Facilities, US Will Respond Strongly If Qatar Energy Projects Are Targeted

Gate News reports that on March 19, U.S. President Trump issued a statement saying that Israel had launched a "violent attack" on an important facility, but the U.S. was not aware of the specific operation in advance. Trump simultaneously emphasized that Israel will not further strike the South Pars gas field, a critical energy facility, unless Iran launches an attack on Qatar. Trump stated that he does not wish to authorize larger-scale violence and destruction, but warned that if Qatar's liquefied natural gas project comes under attack, the U.S. will "not hesitate" to take action in response.

Iran Bombs Qardaha, Lafvan; 20% Global Natural Gas Supply at Critical Risk

On March 18, Iran attacked Qatar's Ras Laffan Industrial City, a globally important liquefied natural gas (LNG) facility. Market concerns about energy supply disruptions have driven oil prices higher. This incident has triggered a systemic supply storm, impacting aviation, logistics, and consumer goods industries. The cryptocurrency market may experience volatility due to risk-off sentiment, with potential long-term benefits from quantitative easing policies. Qatar and Japan are particularly vulnerable in the supply disruption, and supply chain resilience will be tested.

Gate Daily Report (March 19): SEC Approves Nasdaq Tokenized Stock Trading Pilot Program; Algorand Foundation Cuts 25% of Workforce

Bitcoin's price has pulled back to around $70,990, the Federal Reserve has kept interest rates unchanged, and the U.S. SEC has approved Nasdaq to support tokenized stock trading. The Algorand Foundation has laid off 25% of its workforce due to market downturn. U.S. stocks have declined, with inflation and geopolitical tensions becoming focal points for investors.

Why Did Bitcoin Decline Today? Powell Sends Hawkish Signals, Trump Considers Troop Increase in Middle East

Bitcoin fell to $70,767 on March 19 following hawkish signals from Federal Reserve Chairman Powell, who warned that rising oil prices could exacerbate inflation; meanwhile, U.S. military troop reinforcements in the Middle East heightened geopolitical risks. The $70,000 level is a critical support for Bitcoin, and a break below it could accelerate further downside.