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Dear Gate users, partners, and media friends:
This year, Gate celebrates its thirteenth anniversary. When I founded this platform, Bitcoin and blockchain were still very niche topics. Today, Gate has become a platform serving hundreds of millions of users worldwide. Along the way, we could not have achieved this without the trust and support of every user, partner, and team member. On the occasion of our 13th anniversary, I want to share with you the development history of Gate, our milestone achievements, and our thoughts on the future.

“One Strait, One War, Trillion-Dollar Impact”
The global system sometimes breaks at a single narrow passage. Today, that breaking point is the Strait of Hormuz, through which approximately 20% of the world's oil passes. The naval blockade launched by the US against Iran is no longer just a military move; it is a geopolitical shock that could rewrite the fate of energy, trade, finance, and crypto markets. And this time, it's not just about oil—it's about liquidity, security, and the balance of power.
1. What Happened?
Following failed talks with Iran, US President Donald Trump officially launched a naval blockade against Iran in the Strait of Hormuz.
The US Navy is targeting ships entering and leaving Iranian ports.
The aim is to cut off Iranian oil exports (~2 million barrels/day).
Trump explicitly threatened: interfering Iranian elements will be “immediately destroyed.”
This is not technically a full closure of the strait, but in effect, it is a selective economic war aimed at cutting off the flow of energy passing through Iran.
2. Geopolitical Fault Lines Breaking
US vs. Iran: Risk of Hot Contact
Iranian Revolutionary Guard sees this as a "declaration of war"
Mines, fast attack boats, anti-ship missiles: active risk
This is far more dangerous than a classic conflict:
👉 Asymmetric naval warfare + energy strait = global crisis
The Western Bloc is Dividing
UK (Keir Starmer) refused to support the US
Europe focused on "energy price" and "civilian cost"
This means:
👉 Strategic breakdown within NATO
The Russia and China Front
Kremlin: "Heavy damage to global markets"
China: 90% dependent on energy passing through the strait (critical data)
👉 For China, this crisis = energy security crisis
👉 For Russia, this crisis = oil price opportunity
3. Global Economy: Shockwave Begins
Energy Market
Oil rapidly Rising to $100+
Traffic dropped significantly (dramatic decrease from ~150 ships)
Inflationary Effect
Energy → logistics → food chain
Global inflation may be triggered again
Insurance and Trade
Tanker insurance costs skyrocketed
Alternative routes (Omani coast, etc.) are coming into play
4. Military Perspective: Struggle for Control
USA:
Aircraft carriers, destroyers, mine-clearing operations
"Naval control + economic pressure" strategy
Iran:
Advantage of confined spaces
Mines and swarm tactics
👉 This is not a classic war, it's a strait war
👉 Risk: a small spark → a major regional war
5. International Institutions and Mediation
Pakistan-mediated talks failed
China and Russia play a balancing role in the UN (blocking decisions)
Vatican and other actors called for "restraint"
👉 But the truth is:
Diplomacy is currently lagging behind the military.
6. Crypto Investor Perspective: The Real Story is Here
This crisis scares the traditional investor. But for a crypto investor, this is:
A) Liquidity Flight = Crypto Inflow
Geopolitical risk → search for safe haven
Potential for parallel movement of Gold + Bitcoin
B) Oil Shock → Inflation → Money Printing
Central banks may be forced to ease again
👉 This is bullish for BTC in the medium term
C) Risk Scenario
If the war escalates:
In the short term, all risky assets fall
There will be a “liquidity sell-off,” including BTC
D) Critical Threshold
110–120$ oil = systemic stress
At this level: 👉 Crypto returns to the “alternative system” narrative
7. Possible Scenarios (Projection)
Scenario 1 – Controlled Tension (Most likely)
Blockade continues
Oil remains high
Crypto gradually strengthens
Scenario 2 – Hot Conflict
Iran attacks
The Bosphorus is completely closed Closes
Oil $150+
👉 BTC first falls, then rises sharply
Scenario 3 – Diplomatic Solution
Agreement reached
Oil falls
👉 Crypto suppressed in the short term
Conclusion: The New World Order Passes Through a Strait
The Strait of Hormuz is no longer just an energy passage—
it's a bottleneck in the global power struggle.
The US wants to reshape the system by forcing its way through military force.
Iran resists.
Europe is divided.
China is calculating.
And the markets…
are just beginning to price it in.
For the crypto investor, this crisis boils down to a single question:
👉 “If this system breaks, what will the new system be?”
The answer is slowly becoming clear.
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#USBlocksStraitofHormuz
Historic Turning Point in Global Energy Supply
On the morning of April 13, 2026, at the order of US President Donald Trump, the US Navy launched a full naval blockade of Iranian ports and coastal areas. This move came immediately after 21 hours of US-Iran ceasefire talks in Islamabad, Pakistan, ended without an agreement, and directly targets the most critical strait for world energy trade. In this analysis prepared for the Gate Square community, we examine the chronology of the event, the reactions of the parties, and especially its profound impact on cryptocurrency markets and global economies, from an expert perspective.
Developments
It all stemmed from the marathon held in Islamabad on April 12, 2026. 21 hours of direct negotiations between the American delegation led by US Vice President JD Vance and Iranian officials stalled because Iran refused to abandon its nuclear program. Following the collapse of talks, President Trump announced on Truth Social that he had instructed the US Navy to "block all ships entering or leaving the Strait of Hormuz" because "Iran has not abandoned its nuclear ambitions." The US Central Command (CENTCOM) officially implemented the blockade on Monday, April 13, at 10:00 AM EDT (5:30 PM Turkish time).
The blockade targets ships bound for Iranian ports and coasts; however, transit between ports outside of Iran is permitted. The aim is to maximize economic pressure by cutting off Iran's approximately 2.5 million barrels of oil exports per day. Iran immediately responded with a strong counterattack: the Revolutionary Guard Navy threatened all ports on both sides of Hormuz, stating that "no port in the region will be safe," and described the US move as "maritime piracy."
Currently, US naval forces, including destroyers and surveillance systems, are providing operational control of the blockade. European countries, however, announced their refusal to participate. On the diplomatic front, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced the establishment of a joint crisis committee with France; however, the ceasefire remains fragile.
The US blockade of Hormuz is not only an economic weapon against Iran; it also once again highlights the fragility of global energy security. The de facto control of this strait, through which 20-30% of the world's oil trade passes, represents the highest level of geopolitical risk seen since the 1970s. In the short term, it carries the risk of a sharp rise in oil prices, and in the long term, permanent damage to supply chains.
Impacts and Expectations for Cryptocurrencies and Global Economies
This development has a double impact on cryptocurrency markets. Firstly, **safe haven demand**: Historically, in geopolitical shocks, major assets such as Bitcoin and Ethereum, along with gold, are preferred as a safe haven asset. With the continuation of the short-term short squeeze from last night, BTC testing the resistance in the 71,000-72,500 range is reinforcing institutional investors' perception of "digital gold in macroeconomic uncertainty." An acceleration inflows into spot Bitcoin ETFs is expected; new records may be seen, especially in large funds like BlackRock IBIT and Fidelity FBTC.
Secondly, increased volatility: The sudden rise in oil prices (currently Brent moving towards the $85-90 range) could reignite inflationary pressures, potentially delaying expectations of a Fed interest rate cut. While this may suppress risk appetite in the short term, in the medium term it could trigger a "weak dollar + liquidity seek" scenario, creating opportunities in altcoins and DeFi projects. Energy-related tokens (e.g., assets correlated with oil derivatives or mining stocks) may experience a short-term surge.
The picture is more critical for global economies. Emerging markets (including Turkey, India, and China) will face pressure from current account deficits due to inflated import bills. While the risk of stagflation is rising in Europe and Asia, Gulf allies like Saudi Arabia and the UAE may experience short-term increases in oil revenue, but long-term logistical costs will hit the entire region. According to analysts, if the blockade remains permanently stalled, global GDP growth for 2026 could be revised downwards by 0.5-1 percentage points.
Expectations: In the short term (1-2 weeks), a final window for diplomacy appears open; European initiatives led by Starmer and signals from Iran to "return to talks" support this. However, the Trump administration's condition of "nuclear concessions" remains rigid. If the blockade does not partially ease within 10-15 days, oil could approach the $100 mark, and the crypto market risks a sharp correction down to the 60,000-65,000 support level. Conversely, if the ceasefire is extended, a risk-on rally could see BTC rapidly rise to the 78,000-80,000 range.
Critical for everyone following this tag in Gate Square: Geopolitical shocks always create short-term volatility and medium-term opportunities. Adjust your positions accordingly, maintain liquidity, and closely monitor macroeconomic news flow.
⚠️Don't Forget to mark Stoploss and manage risk properly.
👉NFA
👉DYOR
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#AaveDAOApproves$25MGrant
Aave DAO, the governing body of one of the largest protocols in the DeFi world, has reached another significant milestone by approving a $25 million stablecoin grant and an additional 75,000 AAVE tokens. This decision, made on April 13, 2026, was the first binding vote under the Aave Will Win framework, which supports the protocol's long-term growth.
Update: The Aave DAO governance vote passed with 75% support, receiving 522,780 votes in favor and approximately 175,000 votes against. The approved package consists of $25 million in stablecoins to be distributed in installments over 12 months and 75,000 AAVE tokens to be unlocked via linear vesting over 4 years. The funds will be allocated to the core development team called Aave Labs and used for operational activities and ecosystem expansion efforts within the V4 roadmap. Simultaneously, 100% of all Aave-branded product and application revenue will be directly channeled into the DAO treasury. This change resolves months of revenue control disputes, and the AAVE token immediately gained 4-8% in value following the decision.
This vote clearly demonstrates the strength of the Aave protocol's decentralized governance mechanism and the community's commitment to the long-term vision. With Aave Labs receiving solid funding, the protocol's competitiveness is increased, while the DAO's financial independence is strengthened.
Impacts and expectations for cryptocurrencies and global economies. This development carries strong positive signals for cryptocurrency markets. Firstly, the increase in AAVE price is boosting institutional and retail confidence in the DeFi sector and could accelerate innovation across the sector by encouraging similar funding models in similar protocols. Secondly, with the acceleration of protocol development, new features are expected in lending stablecoins and liquidity products, which could expand the user base and increase the total value locked. While slight volatility may increase in the short term, it is likely that capital inflows will accelerate in the medium term and similar governance steps will be taken in other DeFi projects. From the perspective of global economies, the maturation of DeFi could facilitate its integration with traditional financial systems, creating a more inclusive and efficient financial infrastructure. Especially in emerging markets, blockchain-based lending and borrowing solutions can increase access while creating new opportunities for the overall economy in terms of providing liquidity and diversifying risk. In the long term, such decisions will support the institutionalization of the sector, strengthen the macroeconomic role of crypto assets, and accelerate productivity gains in traditional economies.
AaveDAOApproves$25MGrant developments will be followed here moment by moment.
⚠️Don't forget to mark stoploss and manage risk properly.
👉NFA
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👉DYOR