Macro Trends

Instead of adapting existing services for crypto, traditional companies are creating blockchain-native products, with at least 55 innovating on public chains like Ethereum and its L2s (Polygon, Arbitrum, Base).

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.

Gate Research Daily Report: On February 18, the price of Bitcoin rose by 0.09% to $96,230.5, while the price of Ethereum increased by 1.76% to $2,729.33. Dolomite's Total Value Locked (TVL) surpassed $735 million, setting a new all-time high. Circle expanded its USDC minting on the Solana blockchain, further driving the development of its ecosystem. Michael Saylor released his "21 Rules of Bitcoin," emphasizing the unique value of Bitcoin. A partner at DWF Labs announced the imminent launch of the synthetic dollar protocol Falcon Finance. Brevan Howard Digital deployed $20 million into Kinto, accelerating the entry of traditional finance into the DeFi space.

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.

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.

This article explores the major changes in the cryptocurrency market today and how these shifts affect investment strategies. It highlights that the traditional "buy and hold" approach is no longer effective, with increased market volatility and uncertainty. Investors now need to be more adaptable in managing their portfolios.

This article analyzes the current development and 2025 trends of DePIN (Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks). It examines DePIN's application prospects in AI computing, storage, wireless networks, and other sectors, focusing on the market landscape, investment trends, and key sectors. As capital investment and technological advancements grow, DePIN is moving from a token incentive phase to large-scale application. Despite facing challenges like technical complexity and hardware maintenance, DePIN shows tremendous potential in transforming global digital infrastructure and is poised to become a key pillar of the Web3 ecosystem.

Gate Research Daily Report: On February 17, the price of Bitcoin dropped by 1.29% to $96,349.1, while Ethereum's price fell by 0.78% to $2,677.21. The TVS (Total Value Staked) of the Soneium network surpassed $50 million. The protocol fee revenue of Pump.fun yesterday decreased by over 85% compared to its historical peak. Bitcoin network activity dropped to a 12-month low. Jane Street acquired a 6% stake in the Bitcoin miner Iris Energy. Argentina's president is facing fraud charges due to the collapse of the $LIBRA token. 12 U.S. states invest in Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy).

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.

Against the background that Solana's new narrative is in urgent need of succession, Sonic, SOON, and Solayer of the SVM ecosystem are using differentiated technical paths to try to answer the ultimate industry proposition of "high concurrency, low latency, and cross-chain compatibility." This article will also dismantle the deep logic of this SVM arms race from the three dimensions of underlying architecture, ecological strategy, and market position.

Gate Research Daily Report: On February 14, BTC and ETH both dropped, influenced by the stronger-than-expected US January CPI data, putting pressure on the market with a bearish short-term outlook. Among altcoins, sectors like Payment Solutions, PolitiFi, and Wallets saw significant gains. Ethereum's staking rate dropped to 27%, the lowest since July 2024. The US SEC has accepted Grayscale's application to convert its XRP trust into an ETF. The OpenSea Foundation announced the launch of the SEA token and the rollout of the OS2 beta platform. GameStop is considering an investment in Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, with its stock price soaring after hours.

This article discusses the development direction of the cryptocurrency market, pointing out that it faces two paths: a free crypto-anarchic state versus a regulated crypto economy. Starting with Bitcoin, crypto technology has provided humanity with an alternative to traditional finance. Through analysis of tokenization and reputation systems, the article demonstrates how users can choose the market ecosystem that suits them at this crossroads.

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.

Gate Research Weekly Review & Outlook: This week, BTC price movement followed a downward channel, while ETH entered a consolidation phase after testing support twice. Brian Quintenz has been nominated by Trump as the next CFTC chairman. SIMD-96 has launched on Solana, allowing validators to receive full priority fees. Plume Network partnered with Mercado Bitcoin to tokenize $40 million worth of Brazilian RWA assets. Stablecoin market cap on the Sui network reached $500 million, hitting an all-time high. SatLayer TVL broke its historical record, reaching $316 million. zkLend suffered an attack on the Starknet network, resulting in losses exceeding $9 million.