Nextdc has initiated a A$1.5 billion capital raise to enhance its Sydney data center project, S4 in Horsley Park. With existing shareholders offered new shares and investor La Caisse committing A$700 million, the company also increased its 2026 capital expenditure forecast by A$300 million.

Gate News: According to the latest Gate TradFi data, USDCLP (US Dollar vs Chile Peso) has surged by 1.5% in a short period. Current volatility is significantly higher than recent averages, indicating increased market

Oil prices rose sharply by over 7% amid escalating US-Iran tensions, causing a drop in US equity futures and a stronger US dollar against major currencies. Risk-sensitive assets faced significant losses.

Brazilian President Lula criticized U.S. interventions lacking UN approval, arguing they jeopardize global stability and burden developing nations with economic fallout, such as rising food and fuel prices. He condemned leaders using social media for threats of war.

Manycore Tech, a Hangzhou-based spatial AI firm, successfully launched on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, raising US$157 million. The company's stock opened significantly higher, reflecting strong investor demand and a turnaround to profitability after years of losses.

Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister criticized the U.S. for sending unclear messages regarding negotiations, indicating no specific date for upcoming talks has been set. He emphasized that it's up to Americans to assess the legality of these statements.

The U.S. is contemplating increased uranium imports from Namibia to support nuclear energy for AI data centers, as China dominates Namibia's uranium sector. Rising uranium prices are reviving mining interests, despite water supply challenges in the arid region.

Gate News: According to the latest Gate TradFi data, USDKRW (US Dollar vs South Korean won) has dropped by 1% in a short period. Current volatility is significantly higher than recent averages, indicating increased market

The U.S. and Iran are negotiating a conflict resolution plan, involving the unfreezing of $20 billion in Iranian assets in return for Iran giving up its enriched uranium stockpile. Talks are set for April 20 in Islamabad.

Gate News: According to the latest Gate TradFi data, USDHUF (US Dollar vs Hungarian Forint) has dropped by 0.5% in a short period. Current volatility is significantly higher than recent averages, indicating increased market