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Gate Research (Feb 15-21, 2025): This report provides a comprehensive analysis of key developments in both the cryptocurrency market and the broader macroeconomic environment. On February 15, Federal Reserve’s Logan stated that even if inflation continues to cool, it may not necessarily trigger rate cuts. On February 18, a New York Fed survey revealed that U.S. manufacturing costs in February saw the largest increase in two years. On February 19, data from the U.S. Treasury showed that the top three foreign holders of U.S. debt reduced their holdings in December, while total foreign net inflows exceeded $87 billion. Also on February 19, U.S. January residential construction fell by 9.8% month-on-month, worse than the expected 7.3% decline, and far below the previous value of 15.8%.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of market trends from February 3 to February 17, covering Bitcoin and Ethereum market volatility, funding rates, long/short trading volume ratios, open interest, contract liquidations, and the correlation between BTC and traditional financial markets (S&P 500 ETF). Additionally, the quantitative backtesting section focuses on the market performance of newly listed contract trading pairs, offering investors more comprehensive market insights.

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.

This article analyzes how crypto payment rails are emerging as next-generation payment infrastructure. As stablecoins gain widespread adoption, DeFi applications mature, on/off-ramp channels multiply, block space becomes optimized, and regulatory frameworks clarify, these rails are creating a parallel financial system that operates 24/7, in real-time, and globally. The article examines traditional financial system components, crypto payment use cases, current challenges, and five-year market projections to provide comprehensive industry insights.

Recent initiatives such as Ondo Finance’s Ondo Global Markets and Ondo Chain mark the steady mainstreaming of the RWA sector. This transformation is also sparking a new round of competition on Wall Street, quietly changing the rules of the game between the crypto market and traditional finance.

This article explores the U.S. debt-driven economic model and its associated risks, analyzing various options for repaying U.S. debt, including the feasibility of selling gold and Bitcoin. The article highlights that as U.S. national debt surpasses $36.4 trillion, the dominance of the U.S. dollar faces challenges. Against the backdrop of a potential debt crisis, Bitcoin may experience short-term declines but is expected to serve as a safe-haven asset in financial crises in the long run. Additionally, the article delves into Bitcoin’s potential role as a future international settlement currency and the necessary conditions it must meet.

This article examines the development trends of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology in 2025, highlighting three key areas: Gateways that connect traditional financial systems with blockchain networks; Developers who can build more easily on the internet's native economic layer; and Applications that create meaningful real-world use cases. The article suggests that 2025 will be a turning point for the crypto industry as blockchain technology enters mainstream adoption. Moreover, the expansion of stablecoins and real-world assets (RWAs) will further reinforce the global dominance of the U.S. dollar.

As an investment tool, investors can indirectly invest in cryptocurrencies by purchasing cryptocurrency trust funds, without directly holding or managing the assets. This article explores the definition, characteristics, and advantages of cryptocurrency trust funds, providing an overview of the current layouts of well-known global cryptocurrency trust funds, including Grayscale, BlackRock, Bitwise, etc., and summarizes potential development trends for user reference.

In the current cryptocurrency market, subscribing to Gate.io’s BTC financial management products is a wise choice. This approach allows users to benefit from the increase in BTC's fiat value while also increasing returns in cryptocurrency terms, effectively mitigating potential market fluctuations and downturn risks. This results in a steady appreciation of BTC overall. However, within the uncertain crypto market environment, it is important not to overlook related risks. Users must balance returns and risks when choosing financial management products to navigate the market smoothly.

Discover how Cod3x is revolutionizing DeFi by enabling users to launch personalized AI agents to execute financial tasks on the blockchain without coding.

On-chain passive index funds may provide the answer. By bundling a basket of assets and leveraging AI-driven strategies to help investors diversify risk and capture industry beta returns, SoSoValue's MAG7.ssi is a product of this emerging trend.

Gate Research (2025.2.8-2025.2.14) – This report provides a comprehensive analysis of key developments in the cryptocurrency market and the broader macroeconomy. On February 11, U.S. one-year inflation expectations for January remained steady at 3%, while five-year inflation expectations rose from 2.7% to 3%. On February 11, Democratic Congresswoman Maxine Waters proposed stablecoin regulation. On February 12, U.S. CPI rose to 3% for the first time since June of last year. Brian Quintenz was nominated by Trump as the next chairman of the U.S. CFTC. The rise in U.S. inflation expectations have had a multifaceted impact on Federal Reserve policy, global markets, U.S. stock and cryptocurrency markets, and emerging markets.

This article will introduce the Silk Road incident, the amount of Bitcoin held by the U.S. government, past auction events, and their impact on the market.

This article examines the business operations, market performance, and development strategies of the world's top 10 Bitcoin mining companies in 2025. As of January 21, 2025, the Bitcoin mining industry's total market capitalization has reached $48.77 billion. Industry leaders like Marathon Digital and Riot Platforms are expanding through innovative technology and efficient energy management. Beyond improving mining efficiency, these companies are venturing into emerging fields such as AI cloud services and high-performance computing—marking Bitcoin mining's evolution from a single-purpose industry into a diversified, global business model.

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