Copper prices rose as traders reacted to U.S.-Iran peace talks, reversing a six-week decline. Improved market sentiment, driven by increased Chinese demand and easing inflation fears, suggests long-term growth in copper demand, particularly from AI data centers.

From 15:30 to 15:45 (UTC) on 2026-04-14, the ETH price range was 2340.75 to 2367.0 USDT. Within 15 minutes, the return rate reached +1.06%, and the amplitude was 1.12%. Market volatility intensified, and on-chain and social attention rose in tandem. Short-term trading activity increased significantly, and investor sentiment shifted to optimism. The main driving force behind this market move is the direct impact of an international political event on risk appetite. The United States announced a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz in the Middle East region related to the White House, creating a stark contrast with peace signals reportedly coming from Iran, and it triggered uncertainty and panic sentiment in the market.

On April 14, the probability on Polymarket that Israel will carry out attacks against Yemen before April 30 fell to 14%. U.S. Secretary of State Rubio will host talks in Washington between Israel and Lebanon to discuss a ceasefire and a peace agreement. After diplomatic mediation was launched, market expectations for Israel’s new front were significantly reduced.

Iran launched a missile and drone attack on Saudi Arabia’s Jubail on April 7, triggering a large fire and further escalating tensions in the Middle East. Iran rejected the U.S. peace plan and put forward a 10-point counterproposal, indicating that it is seeking to consolidate its advantage in negotiations. The market response was clear, with Bitcoin and precious metals prices fluctuating; the situation ahead will affect global energy and financial markets.

The conflict between the U.S. and Iran has been ongoing for a month. The coming week will be full of uncertainties, including peace talks and escalation of hostilities. The market will focus on the impact of statements from the Bank of Japan and the U.S. Federal Reserve, as well as U.S. nonfarm payroll employment data. Meanwhile, on April 3, the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq will be closed, and trading in gold and precious-metal futures and oil futures will be halted for the entire day.

# The U.S. Hands Over a 15-Point Peace Plan, Iran Asks: Are You Negotiating With Yourself? America handed a 15-point peace proposal drafted by the U.S. to Tehran through Pakistan. After the plan was disclosed by the Wall Street Journal, Brent crude briefly fell below $100 per barrel, and Asian stock markets collectively rose. But the optimistic sentiment didn't last through a single trading day. All 15 points directly target Iran's core strategic assets. Dismantle three nuclear facilities, halt uranium enrichment, suspend missile programs, reduce support for regional allies, completely open the Strait of Hormuz. In exchange: sanctions relief and civilian nuclear energy assistance. This isn't a negotiation opening bid—it's a surrender conditions checklist. --- 1｜The U.S. Hands Over a Surrender List, Iran Says You're Negotiating With Yourself --------------------- Pakistan delivered to Tehran a 15-point peace plan drafted by America. After the plan was disclosed by the Wall Street Journal, Brent crude briefly fell below $100 per barrel, and Asian stock markets collectively rose. But the optimistic sentiment didn't last through a single trading day. All 15 points directly target Iran's core strategic assets. Dismantle three nuclear facilities, halt uranium enrichment, suspend missile programs, reduce support for regional allies, completely open the Strait of Hormuz. In exchange: sanctions relief and civilian nuclear energy assistance. This isn't a negotiation opening bid—it's a surrender conditions checklist.

Iran has proposed ceasefire conditions, including reparations and control of the Strait of Hormuz, but the United States considers them unrealistic. The US military buildup has heightened Iran's skepticism about peace negotiations, causing oil prices to soar and impacting commodities markets. Gold and Bitcoin have also experienced increased volatility, as global investors pay close attention to the development of the situation.

Trump Announces "Productive Dialogue" with Iran; Iran Says It Never Happened. But $1.5 Billion in Futures Trades Were Already Placed 15 Minutes Before the Announcement. 1｜Trump Calls for Peace, but $1.5 Billion Was Already Bet 15 Minutes Before He Spoke ------------------------------ On the morning of March 23 at 6:49 AM, $1.5 billion in S&P 500 futures contracts and $650 million in crude oil futures flooded into the New York futures market. Sixteen minutes later, Trump posted on Truth Social announcing a 5-day pause on bombing Iran's energy infrastructure, claiming both sides had engaged in "very good and productive dialogue." Oil prices flash-crashed 15%, while the S&P surged by $1.7 trillion. Iran's response was three words: it never happened. Iran's Revolutionary Guards stated

The "Peace Committee" led by U.S. President Trump is considering issuing a stablecoin pegged to the US dollar to support the digital payment system in Gaza and address the cash access difficulties in the local humanitarian crisis. The project is led by Israeli entrepreneur Liran Tancman and aims to establish digital payment infrastructure and other online services.

ChainCatcher reports that, according to Jinshi, five informed sources revealed that officials working with Trump's "Peace Commission" are exploring the creation of a stablecoin for Gaza to reshape the economy of this war-torn Palestinian enclave. The discussion around introducing the stablecoin is still in the preliminary stage, and many details remain to be finalized regarding how to implement it in Gaza. The stablecoin is expected to be pegged to the US dollar, with hopes that Gulf Arab countries and Palestinian enterprises with expertise in digital currencies can take the lead in advancing the project.