Macro Trends

Compared to the bell curve distribution that technology adoption usually follows, there is a disproportionately high percentage share of those pioneering crypto AI adoption. This can be attributed to self-selection bias from participants already interested in crypto AI, but may also indicate that crypto AI adoption is still dominated by tech enthusiasts and has yet to gain mainstream traction, even within the crypto industry.

Exploring Trump's tariff strategy and its impact on global markets, power dynamics, and economic manipulation.

Gate Research Daily Report: April 14, Bitcoin declined to $84,514, while Ethereum fell to $1,619. Despite the broader market pullback, on-chain activity remains strong, with Ethereum setting a new record by processing $1.18 trillion in stablecoin transfers over the past 30 days—highlighting continued capital flow and user engagement. In contrast, the NFT market continues to shrink, as both trading volumes and active user numbers have declined sharply. The SEC has proposed a new crypto regulatory sandbox, signaling a potential shift toward more flexible and innovation-friendly policymaking. At the same time, Pump.fun has seen its daily trading volume collapse by 99%, and its token "graduation rate" has slowed significantly, reflecting a cooling of speculative fervor on the Solana network. Amid these developments, Gate.io has announced a major brand revamp, unveiling its new Chinese name "Damen" (meaning "The Gate"), which represents its commitment to embracing the next wave of growth in the Web3 era.

This article offers a deep dive into the 2025 altcoin season. It examines a fundamental shift from traditional BTC dominance to a narrative-driven dynamic. It analyzes evolving capital flows, rapid sector rotations, and the growing impact of political narratives – hallmarks of what’s now called “Altcoin Season 2.0.” Drawing on the latest data and research, the piece reveals how stablecoins have overtaken BTC as the core liquidity layer, and how fragmented, fast-moving narratives are reshaping trading strategies. It also offers actionable frameworks for risk management and opportunity identification in this atypical bull cycle.

This report offers an in-depth analysis of the multifaceted ways tariffs are influencing crypto markets, specifically focusing on liquidity conditions, mining economics, capital flows, monetary fragmentation, and Bitcoin's evolving role in the global financial order.

The article analyzes in detail the direct effects of tariffs, including increasing national revenue, reducing global production efficiency, and the stagflation effect on the global economy. At the same time, it explores the indirect effects of tariffs, such as the responses from taxed countries, exchange rate fluctuations, and adjustments in monetary and fiscal policies.

A new 2025 survey reveals that around 55 million Americans hold crypto assets, spanning all age groups and income levels, with over 70% saying it has improved their lives. Discover how digital assets are entering the mainstream, reshaping payments and investments.

Gate Research Daily Report: On April 10, Bitcoin fell to $79,733 and Ethereum to $1,535. Gate.io released its Q1 2025 report. Trump repealed crypto tax rules, marking the first official crypto legislation. Tokenized gold trading volume hit a two-year high. AVAX may gain mainstream ETF access, and top altcoins XCN, AERGO, and ZRC posted notable gains.

This article begins with the concept of social scalability, exploring why it is one of the core factors behind the long-term success of cryptocurrencies. It also provides a comparative analysis between the short-term success of centralized projects and the long-term potential of decentralized ones.

Gate Research (April 4–10, 2025) : This report provides a comprehensive analysis of key developments in the cryptocurrency market and the broader macroeconomic landscape. On April 10, Trump's suspension of tariffs triggered a broad-based rally in the markets, with U.S. equities and crypto assets rebounding simultaneously—Bitcoin surged past $82,000. On April 9, the SEC dropped its lawsuit against Ripple, coinciding with the launch of the first ETF linked to XRP. On April 8, South Korea's National Pension Service introduced blockchain management to pave the way for broader crypto asset adoption. On the same day, the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission announced that it would allow staking services for spot virtual asset ETFs, with limits to enhance risk control. On April 6, the SEC began reviewing digital asset policies from the Biden era, signaling a potential move toward regulatory easing. On April 4, the U.S. March nonfarm payroll report significantly beat expectations, highlighting continued resili

Corporatization manifests through strategic M&As for vertical integration and IPOs for institutional entry. Web3 moves beyond experimental exploration toward mainstream acceptance of institutional standards.

In this article, we’ll examine how reflexivity operates in today’s fragmented market, explore why liquidity has become the silent killer of this cycle, and share insights on my personal market positioning in this environment.

Gate Research Weekly Report: This week, BTC and ETH prices remained range-bound under the influence of tariff policy developments. Trump's announcement of a 90-day suspension on tariffs for most countries briefly lifted global market sentiment, with Bitcoin briefly surpassing $82,000 and demonstrating strengthened appeal as a hedge asset. Meanwhile, the SEC approved options trading for spot Ethereum ETFs, opening new channels for institutional investors to participate in the Ethereum ecosystem—potentially signaling deeper structural changes ahead. On the technical front, Bitcoin's average daily hashrate exceeded 1 Zetahash/s for the first time, marking a new high in both network security and decentralization. Filament Finance was hit by a security breach resulting in losses of over $570,000, exposing weaknesses in the security frameworks of emerging projects. Lastly, the Babylon blockchain is officially launching its mainnet today, potentially opening a new chapter for Bitcoin staking applications.

This article provides an in-depth analysis of nine major U.S. stock market bear markets over the past 50 years. It explores each bear cycle’s timeline, scale of decline, underlying causes, and turning points. The article distills essential strategies for navigating bear markets: avoid leverage, ensure downside resilience, build positions gradually, and maintain sufficient liquidity. It also emphasizes that market reversals typically require a triggering “event,” encouraging investors to seize opportunities when key signals—such as policy shifts or trade negotiations—emerge. Ultimately, the article concludes that the U.S. economic fundamentals remain strong, and bear markets may present valuable investment opportunities.

Gate Research Daily Report: The crypto market has continued to weaken amid ongoing volatility. BTC fell 5.51% to $75,017, while ETH dropped 10.67% to $1,417. Total borrowing volume on DeFi lending platforms plummeted by 23% in a week, with yields falling to just 2.66%—a near one-year low. Jupiter surpassed Pump.fun to become the highest-earning protocol on Solana, signaling accelerated structural shifts on-chain. Stablecoin daily active addresses exceeded 300,000, and on-chain trading volume rebounded to high levels, reflecting a growing risk-off sentiment among investors. Meanwhile, Trump's sweeping tariff policy takes effect, the U.S. Department of Justice dissolves its crypto enforcement team, and the XRP ETF officially launches. A cyclical correction driven by the interplay of regulation and macro factors is deepening.