Blockchain

Gate Research (Feb 15-21, 2025): On February 17, the President of Argentina was accused of fraud following the collapse of the LIBRA token. On February 18, the Abu Dhabi branch of global investment management firm Brevan Howard Digital deployed $20 million in assets to the Ethereum Layer 2 network Kinto, participating in its on-chain financial ecosystem. On February 19, Hyperliquid's HyperEVM mainnet officially launched, introducing "universal programmability" to its Layer 1 blockchain. On February 19, Gate.com teamed up with the Consensus conference to create a new model for Web3 music social networking.

This article provides an in-depth analysis of different architectures and governance mechanisms of DeFi lending protocols. It explores how technical design and governance models are leveraged to optimize capital efficiency and risk management in the decentralized finance space. The article also delves into architectures such as Monolithic, Isolated Pairs, Isolated Groups, and Isolated Groups with Mutual Collateral, and discusses the configuration of the Collateral Factor parameter under each architecture.

This research explores the strategic significance and growth potential of the consumer cryptocurrency market. It also examines how blockchain technology is driving revolutionary innovations as the foundation for next-generation consumer platforms.

This article examines the mainnet launch of AO, a new project in the Arweave ecosystem. Despite its connection to trending AI technology, the launch generated minimal market interest. Three main factors contribute to this lukewarm reception: the limited airdrop size (AR holders received just 0.016 AO tokens on average), modest network activity levels despite some growth, and the ecosystem's early developmental stage—with TVL at $315 million, lower than during its testnet phase. The article suggests that AO's future hinges on its ability to convert its technical vision into real-world applications.

The article provides a detailed overview of the initial incentive plan for the Story project and the incentive philosophy behind it. It aims to reward real users and community contributors through a fair token distribution scheme. It not only explains how Story ensures the fairness of its incentive mechanism through strict anti-Sybil and anti-farming measures but also showcases its long-term ecosystem support plans, including ecosystem grants and hackathon rewards.

This article explores the impact of financialization trends on the crypto market by analyzing Trump's token issuance, DeepSeek's open-source strategy, and reciprocal tariffs. It also discusses the phase-out of technical narratives in the Web3 field and the rise of DEX (Decentralized Exchanges) challenging traditional CEX (Centralized Exchanges).

Kima Network is a cross-ecosystem money transfer protocol that enables secure and seamless TradFi/DeFi interoperability without smart contracts.

This article offers an in-depth analysis of Japan’s cryptocurrency policy in 2024, examining its historical background, recent advancements, and emerging trends. By drawing comparisons with South Korea's approach and highlighting key case studies, it delves into Japan's influence on the global cryptocurrency landscape and the implications of its regulatory framework, providing a distinctive perspective on the nuances and importance of Japan's cryptocurrency regulations.

In this series, we'll explain what Preconfirmation means for Ethereum users, validators, and applications (Based Rollups included), and explore what needs to happen to maximize its UX benefits.

This article examines the "lemon problem" in crypto—where users can't easily tell good projects from bad ones, creating a trust crisis in the ecosystem. It suggests using Zero-Knowledge Proof (ZK) technology for self-regulation, building trust and social consensus while keeping the system permissionless. This approach would let the crypto ecosystem develop robust security measures, much like the casino industry has done, ultimately turning "lemons" into "peaches" and making crypto an essential part of economic life.

With the waning effect of Bitcoin’s halving and the launch of ETFs, the crypto market is entering a new paradigm. This article explores the reasons for the failure of the 4-year cycle, and shares strategies for sustained profitability in 2025, including using the time compound interest effect and setting transaction invalidation standards to help you move forward steadily in the new landscape.

The article not only analyzes common misconceptions about KOL (Key Opinion Leader) marketing but also provides a detailed discussion on how to choose the right KOLs, establish long-term partnerships, and develop effective marketing strategies. Through specific case studies, the author reveals the real issues behind KOL marketing, such as data fabrication, short-term hype, and the blind investment of project parties.

This article delves into the cyclical fluctuations of the cryptocurrency market, examining the typical pattern of market euphoria followed by corrections. It also explores the emerging trends in the current cycle, including the growing influence of institutional capital, the dilution of the altcoin market, and the shift in retail liquidity.

This article provides an in-depth look at how Propy is driving the digital transformation of Real-World Assets (RWA) with technological innovations and strategic collaborations, particularly its partnerships with Coinbase, the launch of its on-chain real estate loan product, and its strategic collaboration with Parcl, showcasing its growing influence in the industry.

The article not only analyzes the technical foundations and application scenarios of RWA tokenization, but also explores the practical challenges it faces, such as data consistency, network security, and regulatory compliance. In addition, the article discusses the impact of RWA on traditional finance and the cryptocurrency market, as well as how Wall Street is using RWA tokenization to redistribute financial power.