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Avalon Labs is building a leading Bitcoin on-chain financial hub, aiming to revolutionize the way Bitcoin interacts with global markets. Its mission is to provide a seamless ecosystem that bridges decentralized finance (DeFi) with traditional financial services. The platform offers a range of innovative solutions, including Bitcoin-collateralized loans, Bitcoin-backed stablecoins, yield-generating accounts, and even credit cards. Its goal is to create a scalable, transparent, and accessible financial network that empowers Bitcoin holders and transforms Bitcoin into a dynamic economic asset.

Gate Research has released its latest report, "Gate Research: February Cryptocurrency Market Review," summarizing and analyzing February's market trends, on-chain data, key events, security incidents, funding activity, and upcoming developments. This report provides deep insights into the overall performance of the crypto market and key industry trends.

The FASB's new fair value accounting standards require companies to value crypto assets at market prices and recognize unrealized gains and losses, which addresses the limitations of the previous impairment cost method. This change improves financial statement transparency and attracts institutional investors. It also increases profit volatility. This article examines its significant impact on crypto market liquidity, corporate strategies, and alignment with international accounting standards.

Gate Research: In February 2025, a series of significant events unfolded—from the U.S. government announcing new tariffs on Mexico and Canada, to an Oklahoma legislator proposing the Bitcoin Freedom Bill, and 10 companies receiving approval to issue stablecoins under the MiCA regulatory framework in the EU. These developments reflect signs of economic recovery, shifts in the regulatory landscape, and the impact of policy uncertainty on the market, providing crucial insights into the current economic climate and future trends.

Gate Research(Feb 28 - Mar 6, 2025), this report provides a comprehensive analysis of key developments in the cryptocurrency market and the broader macroeconomy. On February 28, the U.S. core PCE price index for January rose by 2.6% year-on-year, generally in line with expectations. On March 3, Trump announced an initiative to establish a U.S. crypto reserve, incorporating BTC, ETH, SOL, XRP, and ADA as core assets. On March 5, USDC became the first USD stablecoin approved for use in Japan. The White House supported repealing the crypto broker rule, potentially signaling a turning point for DeFi regulation. U.S. February ADP employment numbers unexpectedly fell to 0.077 million, falling short of expectations.

This article provides an in-depth analysis of the current state and future prospects of U.S. Bitcoin reserves and sovereign wealth funds. It explores the fundamental concept of sovereign wealth funds, the background behind the establishment of new sovereign wealth funds in the U.S., and their potential strategic allocation of Bitcoin. By comparing the progress of various U.S. states and other countries in digital asset investments, the article distinguishes between sovereign wealth funds and Bitcoin strategic reserves while projecting future trends. Additionally, it examines the multiple risks associated with this strategy, including market volatility, funding sources, and cybersecurity challenges, offering readers a comprehensive and insightful perspective.

This article deeply explores the operating mechanism of Crypto Card (U Card), the current market situation and its potential risks, and explains in detail how Crypto Card solves the problem of gold withdrawal in the currency circle, analyzes the business model behind it, the emergence of market gaps, and the synergy between wallet business and Crypto Card.

This article explores mechanisms for building decentralized credit scores using blockchain transaction history and DeFi interactions, replacing traditional centralized credit systems.

As a top player in the global financial markets, how will Citadel Securities' entry reshape the crypto market landscape? What opportunities and challenges will it bring? This article will explore the significance and potential impact of Citadel Securities entering the crypto market-making sector through a ten-question, ten-answer format.

The launch of the $TRUMP token triggered an unprecedented meme coin frenzy, driving the token price to soar before rapidly falling back, trapping retail investors in a speculative pit. This article outlines the full timeline of the $TRUMP token and explores the risk warnings for ordinary investors, as well as the impact of this political and financial frenzy on the crypto industry.

This article offers an in-depth analysis of the Web3 payment landscape, covering various aspects such as comparisons with traditional payment systems, the Web3 payment ecosystem and business models, relevant regulations, key projects, and potential future developments.

With breakthroughs in quantum computing, the security of cryptocurrencies is facing unprecedented challenges. Google's newly launched Willow quantum chip demonstrates quantum computing’s powerful potential. Many experts warn that it could shake the foundations of current encryption technologies and even threaten the survival of major cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin. This article will explore the development of quantum computing, its potential impact on cryptocurrencies, and how the market might respond to this technological revolution.

Gate Research (Feb 22-27, 2025) presents a comprehensive analysis of significant developments in the cryptocurrency market and the macroeconomic landscape. On February 21, under the MiCA regulatory framework, 10 companies were approved to issue stablecoins in the EU. On February 25, the latest data from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce showed a sharp decline in the U.S. Consumer Confidence Index. On the same day, South Dakota vetoed the Bitcoin Reserve Bill. On February 26, Oklahoma's Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Bill (HB 1203) passed the House Committee and moved to the full vote stage. Also, on February 26, Hong Kong is set to release its second virtual asset policy declaration, aiming to strengthen regulation and foster innovation.

This report thoroughly examines the stablecoin market, providing a detailed analysis of its current state, use cases, competitive dynamics, and regulatory landscape. It covers the strengths, challenges, and future prospects of established stablecoins and emerging projects, offering valuable insights for investment decisions. The report explores how stablecoins are crucial in crypto trading, cross-border payments, and the DeFi ecosystem, and delves into their technological innovations and market potential.

This article analyzes how public blockchains attracted developers and users through infrastructure, as well as the distorted valuation logic currently present in the market. Despite public blockchains being viewed as a high-ceiling sector for long-termism, trust in the infrastructure-first model is weakening. The rise of application-specific chains signals that Web3 is gradually returning to a business model driven by real-world applications.