Blockchain

Fantom Sonic is the next-generation Fantom network, replacing the previous Fantom Opera, essentially serving as Fantom 2.0.

The core of the AI technology revolution lies in ample computing power, algorithm models, and a vast amount of training data. Currently, high-performance GPU computing power is in short supply and expensive, algorithms tend to be homogenized, and there are issues regarding data compliance and privacy protection for model training data. The decentralized and distributed storage characteristics of blockchain technology can facilitate its integration with AI.

Tokenization of on-chain assets is becoming an important long-term trend with huge prospects. Among them, the government bond RWA is becoming an important branch. This sector achieved nearly 7-fold growth in 2023. After experiencing a brief decline at the end of 2023, it quickly returned to the upward channel. This Bing Ventures research article will discuss the current status and important development trends of government bond RWA and the entire RWA sector.

Explore ZKFair: a community-driven Layer 2 platform committed to creating a fair, decentralized cryptocurrency world. It uses the IGO model and ensures 100% return of proceeds to users.

The article presents strategies for finding low market cap cryptocurrencies and discusses the use of tools like Nansen's Token Screener to identify new token deployments with growing numbers of smart holders. The author provides examples of low cap projects like MDAI, but also cautions readers to conduct further research and analysis, and not to blindly follow influencers' recommendations. Finally, the importance of risk management is emphasized, and some tools, such as Kaito and Dune dashboards, are shared to help find tokens with potential 100x returns.

The Children's Aid Foundation (CAF) is a charity project dedicated to improving global child welfare through blockchain technology. Since its launch, the price has increased fivefold. Despite the lack of compliance audits, it has demonstrated the potential of public welfare projects with its decentralization and transparency advantages.

Monetary debasement refers to the process of reducing the value of a currency, which can be achieved either by decreasing the content of precious metals or by increasing the money supply. This may bring short-term economic benefits, but in the long run, it leads to inflation and financial crises. Bitcoin, as a decentralized digital currency with a capped supply of 21 million coins, protected by proof-of-work mining and a decentralized network of nodes, has an inherent scarcity that makes it resistant to inflationary pressures. Bitcoin users can ensure the supply never exceeds the predetermined limit by verifying the transaction ledger, having control over their own money without any restrictions on its use. During times of economic uncertainty, investors may turn to assets like Bitcoin to preserve value, and over time, Bitcoin might be considered the next evolution of currency.

Monad is a high-performance EVM blockchain that utilizes the Monad BFT consensus protocol and parallel execution technology to enhance scalability and transaction speed. Sei V2 is an upgraded version of the Sei network, supporting backward-compatible EVM smart contract porting and Optimistic parallelization. Eclipse is a next-generation Optimistic Layer 2 solution that integrates Neon EVM for full EVM compatibility, aiming to address Ethereum's scalability challenges. Despite skepticism, Eclipse merges the advantages of Ethereum and Solana, supporting DApp-specific Layer 3 Rollups, and has strong competitive potential. Long-term success depends on attracting developers and building a robust community.

Stacks is a long-term project aimed at turning Bitcoin into a productive asset by establishing bidirectional connections with Bitcoin and rapidly producing blocks. Following the upgrade, users can generate sBTC on Stacks, equivalent to BTC at a 1:1 ratio, without any fees. The Stacks team is dedicated to cultivating the Bitcoin ecosystem, boasting a strong technical background and extensive experience. While the valuation of STX is relatively low, the potential for development is worth noting, especially with the convergence of bullish factors such as BTC L2 narratives and the Nakomoto upgrade. Investors may keep an eye on the development of the upgraded DeFi ecosystem and the adoption of sBTC.

The Avalanche network aims to build an interoperable, flexible, and high-performance blockchain, steadily emerging as the premier platform for constructing high-performance blockchains.

Polyhedra Network aims to build the next generation of Web3 interoperability and scalability infrastructure, enabling asset transfer, messaging and data sharing through advanced zero-knowledge proof technology. Its core technology includes the fastest zero-knowledge proof algorithm and consensus proof, and has connected more than 25 public chains. zkSNARK is a cross-chain protocol that guarantees strong security and efficient verification costs, and provides a trustworthy cross-chain infrastructure for layer1 and layer2 interoperability. Polyhedra Network has received 4 rounds of financing, the token name is ZK, and the total amount is 1 billion.

The upcoming elections may impact Bitcoin's performance as important macro policy issues such as government deficits and debt, inflation, the independence of the Federal Reserve, and the role of the United States in the world are at stake. Bitcoin is seen as an asset hedging against the devaluation of the US dollar, which could be influenced by the next president's stance on the independence of the Federal Reserve. Additionally, industry-specific legislation and geopolitical factors may also affect Bitcoin's trajectory. Investors can assess the impact of reelection from the statements and actions of the candidates. Government overspending may lead to currency devaluation, and the independence of central banks is also crucial. Recently, CNN reported on two comprehensive bills aimed at promoting responsible financial innovation.

In the past, bull markets stimulated user growth, but this growth resembled more of a market volatility effect amplified by leverage, rather than genuine market acceptance. Now, the liquidity surge driving market volatility is about to give way to a permanent structural shift driven by three major positive factors.

Mode Network is a modular Layer2 network based on the OP Stack, adopting the Optimism Bedrock upgrade, which reduces costs by more than 95% compared to the Ethereum mainnet. In 2024, it received a $5.3 million donation from the Optimism Foundation, with part of the donation given to the Optimism Collective. The team is small, with technology adopting a modular concept, suitable for developing on-chain games and trading platforms. Mode Flare has been launched, featuring high throughput, quick deployment, and low transaction fees. There are multiple DeFi projects in the ecosystem, with a TVL exceeding $100 million. The future development is worth attention.

The focus of the Bitcoin ecosystem's development lies in supporting market activities. Mainstream Layer2 solutions include the Lightning Network, sidechains, and Rollups. The Lightning Network enables peer-to-peer payments by establishing off-chain payment channels, while sidechains achieve this by locking Bitcoin assets and minting equivalent assets on the sidechain. Within the Bitcoin ecosystem, there are also stablecoin protocols and various DeFi projects. Unlike Ethereum, Bitcoin's Layer2 solutions offer multiple choices. The Lightning Network has the potential to achieve high TPS (transactions per second) but carries centralization risks. Sidechain solutions, similar to Ethereum, can issue assets equivalent to Bitcoin at a 1:1 ratio. Additionally, there are various cross-chain bridge solutions and Bitcoin-based DeFi protocols, such as B2 Network, Merlin Chain, and Alex. The Bitcoin ecosystem will serve as a crucial engine for this bull market, with various DeFi protocols, stablecoin protocols, and cross-