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The U.S. SEC and CFTC have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish a regulatory coordination mechanism in the fields of cryptocurrency and related areas, aiming to address issues of unclear traditional jurisdiction. The memorandum emphasizes a "minimum effective regulation" strategy, intended to reduce intervention in market participants, promote market innovation, and provide a clearer compliance framework to enhance the United States' financial competitiveness.

DeFi derivatives platform Hyperliquid, amidst the Iran conflict, saw oil-linked perpetual futures trading volume reach $991 million, demonstrating the trading advantage of the crypto market when traditional markets are closed. The HYPE token experienced increased buyback demand due to a surge in trading volume, and its market capitalization also grew, reflecting active crypto trading influenced by geopolitical factors.

The US February Consumer Price Index met expectations, prompting Bitcoin prices to rebound to around $70,000. The CPI report reduced market uncertainty regarding the Federal Reserve's interest rate decisions, which is favorable for risk assets. Despite global market pressures, Bitcoin continues to benefit from short-term sentiment improvement, but rising energy prices could reignite inflation and impact liquidity. $72,000 is an important resistance level for Bitcoin; a breakthrough is needed for further upward movement.