Since February 28, 2026, when the U.S. and Israel launched military operations against Iran, the world has not been the same. Specifically, energy prices are directly impacting the lives of Thai people. This article summarizes what is happening, what is being affected, and what we should do right now.

Latest Situation — The Numbers You Need to Know

According to reports from Bangkok Biz News, the U.S.-Iran war has entered its 34th day. President Trump continues to signal threats of attacking Iranian energy infrastructure in the next 2-3 weeks if the situation does not resolve. The Strait of Hormuz, through which roughly 20% of the world’s oil passes, remains under control. The consequences are as follows:

• WTI crude oil surged over 11% to $111.54/barrel.
• Brent crude oil surpassed $109/barrel.
• Dubai crude reached a peak of $137/barrel in late March.
• The IEA states that this is the most severe oil supply crisis in history, worse than the 1970s crisis.

Oil — The Most Direct and Fastest Impact

For Thais, gas station prices have adjusted upward multiple times. According to data from Thai PBS, current prices (as of April 3, 2026) are: Diesel B7 at 47.74 Baht/liter and Gasoline 95 at 43.95 Baht/liter. This is significant considering that before the war ignited, diesel was below 30 Baht/liter. There are also reports that diesel will rise by another 2.80 Baht/liter this Sunday, April 5. The Fuel Fund is currently over 49,403 million Baht in deficit and must continue subsidizing diesel at over 1,000 million Baht per day, meaning this burden will fall on the public in the long run.

Gold — The Most Misunderstood Market Fact

Many expected the war to push gold prices up, but the reality is the opposite. According to Newsweek, gold has dropped over 20% since the war began. The primary reason is that soaring oil prices have fueled inflation fears, leading the market to expect that the Fed will not cut interest rates. With high interest rates, gold—which has no yield—becomes less attractive. This is compounded by a strengthening Dollar and massive sell-offs in gold ETFs. However, don’t lose interest in gold just yet; Goldman Sachs and J.P. Morgan still target 2026 year-end gold prices at $5,400-$6,300/ounce, viewing this decline as a temporary correction. Currently, gold is around $4,677/ounce, which is still much higher than last year’s price.

Bitcoin and Crypto — Standing Firmer Than Expected

Surprisingly, Bitcoin has outperformed gold during this period. According to 24/7 Wall St., BTC is holding steady around $67,000 amidst market chaos and has shown less volatility than many other assets. Another interesting point for traders, according to Yahoo Finance, is that Hyperliquid is one of the few platforms allowing the trading of oil, gold, and global assets 24/7 even when traditional markets are closed on holidays. This proved vital during the war when news broke late at night or over the weekend.

How Does This Affect Thais?

According to Mitihoon, Asia Plus Securities estimates that every 1 Baht increase in diesel drags Thai GDP down by 0.02%. If the war persists beyond 2 months, the Thai economy might grow by less than 1% and risk entering a recession. The immediate impacts Thais will feel include higher transportation costs leading to more expensive consumer goods, electricity bills for the May-August period likely surging, and higher business costs pressuring employment. The Monetary Policy Committee is expected to maintain interest rates at 1.0%, keeping savings returns low.

Response Plan for Thais — Actionable Now

• Reduce Fuel Consumption: Plan travel efficiently by combining trips and consider working from home if possible, as diesel prices are likely to continue rising.
• Watch Electricity Usage: Prepare for more expensive electricity bills during the summer; reduce the use of AC and high-power appliances.
• Reserve Emergency Cash: During a crisis, you should have at least 3-6 months of emergency reserves in an instantly accessible location.
• Consider Trading Related Assets: For investors who understand the risks, Oil (CL, BRENTOIL) and Gold (GOLD) on SiamDEX via Hyperliquid HIP-3 allow 24/7 trading for both Long and Short positions based on the situation, unlike gold shops that only benefit from upward movements.
• Avoid Risky Stock Sectors: Transport, logistics, and retail sectors are heavily impacted, while upstream energy groups like PTTEP may still perform reasonably well.

Conclusion — What to Monitor Next?

Keep an eye on three main issues. First, the situation at the Strait of Hormuz: if it opens, oil prices drop; if it stays closed, prices surge. Second, peace negotiations, which the UN and 40 other countries are currently pushing for. Third, the Fed’s stance in the April 28-29 meeting regarding how they will handle energy-driven inflation. Situations change rapidly; follow news from Bangkok Biz News and Thai PBS regularly.

⚠️ This article is a compilation of information for decision-making purposes only and is not investment advice. Geopolitical situations involve very high uncertainty; please DYOR and assess your own risks before making any decisions.

Happy Good Friday holiday! Today, US stock and bond markets are closed, but the crypto market remains open as usual. This makes Bitcoin the most significant active market today. Let's look at the interesting developments occurring now.

1. March Jobs Report Stronger Than Expected, BTC Holds Firm at $66,900

Non-Farm Payroll figures for March 2026 came in much stronger than anticipated at 178,000 jobs, while analysts had forecasted only 57,000. The unemployment rate dropped slightly to 4.3%. According to CryptoNewsZ, this positive economic news immediately dampened hopes for a Fed interest rate cut this month. Bitcoin is trading at $66,929 following the news, showing that the market response has been relatively muted as much of this was already priced in.

2. NEAR Surges 5.8%, AVAX Rises 3.6% as Altcoins Begin to Recover

While BTC remains steady, some altcoins are showing signs of recovery. CoinDesk reports that NEAR Protocol (NEAR) surged 5.8% and Avalanche (AVAX) rose 3.6%. Ethereum is also outperforming BTC, moving up by over 2%, reflecting a rotation of capital from BTC into altcoins during this low-liquidity period. However, BTC Dominance remains high at the 56-58% level, suggesting that 'altseason' has not yet arrived.

3. Schwab to Launch Direct Bitcoin and Ethereum Trading in First Half of 2026

In a major win for institutional adoption, Charles Schwab—a financial giant with over $12 trillion in client assets—announced plans to offer direct Bitcoin and Ethereum trading for its clients within the first half of 2026. According to CoinDesk, early registration for the service is already open. This is a very positive signal that Wall Street is increasingly embracing crypto.

4. Drift DEX Hacked for $285 Million via Solana 'Durable Nonces'

Bad news to watch out for! According to CoinDesk, Drift Protocol, a DEX on Solana, suffered a major exploit worth over $285 million. Shockingly, this was not caused by a bug in Drift's code, but rather through the use of a legitimate Solana feature called 'Durable Nonces,' which allows for pre-signing transactions. Following the event, blockchain sleuth ZachXBT questioned why Circle did not freeze the stolen USDC; Circle clarified that freezing assets requires a formal legal order. This serves as a reminder to be cautious with Solana-based DEXs and to vet protocols thoroughly before use.

5. US Clarity Act Crypto Bill Facing Four-Way Deadlock, Delaying Regulatory Clarity

According to CryptoSlate, the US Clarity Act—a bill intended to establish a regulatory framework for crypto—is currently facing a deadlock between four factions in Congress. This means the regulatory clarity that institutional investors are waiting for may be delayed, acting as a continued point of pressure on the market.

6. Good Friday Leaves Bitcoin as the Only Open Market — Opportunity or Risk?

Today, the NYSE, Nasdaq, and US bond markets are closed for Good Friday, leaving Bitcoin as the only major asset class still actively trading, according to CryptoSlate. This means if major news breaks, Bitcoin could see unusually sharp movements as there are no other markets to absorb the impact. Traders on SiamDEX should be wary of heightened volatility and potentially wider spreads during this time.

Outlook for Thai Traders on SiamDEX

The market is currently moving sideways. This low-liquidity period is better suited for observation rather than opening large new positions. If you choose to trade, use low leverage and set tight stop losses. The strong Jobs Report suggests the Fed may not cut rates soon, which could cap crypto's short-term upside, but mid-to-long-term institutional adoption signals remain strong.

⚠️ DYOR — This article is a news summary for informational purposes only and is not investment advice. Crypto trading involves high risk; please study the data and assess your own risk tolerance before making any decisions.

Hello traders! Today the market is bleeding red. The Fear & Greed Index has plummeted to 9 points (Extreme Fear), the lowest level in months. Let’s take a look at what’s happening.

1. Bitcoin Continues to Slide to $66,800 — Market Fears Iran Tensions

According to data from CoinGabbar, Bitcoin (BTC) has dropped to approximately $66,868, a decrease of about 0.82-1.28% in 24 hours. After hitting $69,268 on April 1, the market fell sharply following Trump’s speech signaling a hardline stance against Iran instead of easing tensions as investors hoped. Analyst Benjamin Cowen noted that this might just be a typical midterm year pattern where BTC tends to consolidate in April, rather than being solely about political news.

2. WTI Crude Surges 14% in a Single Day, Pressuring the Crypto Market

Another major downward pressure factor is the price of WTI Crude Oil, which soared to $113 per barrel, an increase of over 14% in one day according to CoinDesk. Rising inflation concerns are putting pressure on the Fed to hold off on interest rate cuts, leading investors to sell off risk assets, including crypto. For those trading on SiamDEX, Brent Oil (BRENTOIL) and WTI (CL) on HIP-3 moved aggressively upward today.

3. Today’s Jobs Report — Could Shake BTC Again

As analyzed by 24/7 Wall St., the March Non-Farm Payroll figures will be released today at 8:30 AM ET. Since the stock market is closed for Good Friday, crypto will be the only market reacting to this data in real-time. If the numbers are worse than expected, BTC might bounce back to test $70,000. However, if they exceed expectations, it could drop further to test the $65,000 support level.

4. Hyperliquid HIP-3 Open Interest Hits All-Time High of $2.3B

Some good news amidst a red market! According to CoinGecko, Hyperliquid HIP-3 Open Interest has surged to an All-Time High of $2.3 billion, reflecting that traders are still actively using the platform despite market volatility. Meanwhile, the HYPE token is trading around $34.8, down approximately 10.6% over the past week.

5. DeFi TVL Holds at $91B Despite Market Downturn

According to DefiLlama, the Total Value Locked in DeFi remains steady at around $91.3 billion, even as the broader crypto market fell by 2.4%. Ethereum remains the chain with the highest TVL. The Stablecoin market cap stands at $316 billion, indicating that capital is remaining within the ecosystem but shifting into stablecoins for safety.

6. X (Twitter) to Lock Accounts Posting Crypto Content for the First Time

Elon Musk's X has announced a new measure that will lock accounts posting crypto-related content for the first time, requiring identity verification. As reported by CoinGabbar, Product Lead Nikita Bier stated this measure aims to combat the scams and phishing currently rampant on the platform.

Quick Take

The market is currently in Extreme Fear mode. The primary drivers are Iran tensions + high oil prices + anticipation of the Jobs Report. For traders using SiamDEX on Hyperliquid, this volatility presents both Long and Short opportunities depending on the economic data outcomes. However, exercise caution with leverage as liquidity may be lower during the Good Friday holiday.

⚠️ DYOR — This article is a news summary only and does not constitute investment advice. Crypto trading involves high risk; always conduct thorough research before making any decisions.

Total Value Locked (TVL) in DeFi protocols globally has reached $100 billion for the first time in history. According to data from DeFi Llama, this reflects the exponential growth of decentralized finance.

The protocols with the highest TVL include Aave (lending), Uniswap (spot DEX), Lido (liquid staking), and Hyperliquid (perpetual DEX). Hyperliquid is the fastest-growing in the group, with TVL increasing by over 300% in 12 months.

The growth of DeFi TVL is driven by several factors, including yields higher than traditional finance, increasing institutional adoption, and significantly improved UX that makes it easier for general users to access.

For Thai users, accessing DeFi through SiamDEX eliminates the need for complex KYC processes, and profits can be withdrawn back as Baht via Bitkub in less than an hour.

Bitcoin spot ETFs in the United States recorded their highest inflow in history, receiving more than $1 billion in institutional investment in a single day, led by the BlackRock iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT).

This influx of institutional capital reflects that Bitcoin is increasingly being accepted as a core asset in institutional investment portfolios.

For traders using SiamDEX, you can go Long on BTC with leverage to amplify the upside from this trend, offering up to 40x leverage and low fees of just 0.035% per trade.

Many analysts believe that continuous institutional inflows will be a key factor driving Bitcoin's price in the long term, despite some short-term volatility.

xyz exchange has announced the launch of synthetic equity markets on Hyperliquid via the HIP-3 system, covering over 30 companies including NVIDIA, Apple, Tesla, Microsoft, Meta, Amazon, Alphabet, and others.

Traders can go Long or Short on these stocks 24/7 using USDC as collateral without requiring a US brokerage account. Prices are pegged to actual US market stock prices in real-time.

In addition to stocks, xyz has added country ETFs such as EWY (South Korea) and EWJ (Japan), as well as forex pairs like EUR/USD and USD/JPY, making SiamDEX a one-stop platform for Thai traders seeking access to a diverse range of assets without KYC.

However, since HIP-3 assets are synthetic instruments, liquidity may be lower than the actual market during non-US market hours. Traders should be cautious of wider spreads during such periods.

Hyperliquid recorded the highest trading volume in DEX history, reaching $10 billion per day during Q1 2025. This figure allows Hyperliquid to surpass dYdX, Drift, and all other perpetual DEXs combined.

The main factors driving this growth include the launch of HIP-3, which enables the trading of synthetic stocks and commodities, the continuous addition of new listings, and a UX that is the closest to a CEX among all DEXs.

Analysts from DeFi Llama state that Hyperliquid maintains a market share of over 60% in the perpetual DEX sector and is likely to continue rising throughout this year.

For Thai traders, using SiamDEX—which connects directly to Hyperliquid—provides immediate access to this world-class liquidity without the need for KYC.