This report conducts a detailed backtest comparing the investment performance of Dollar-Cost Averaging (DCA) versus Buy-and-Hold strategies for BTC, ETH, SOL, GT, and their combinations in Gate.io investment products from September 1, 2021, to December 30, 2024. The report uses an example-based approach to demonstrate the calculation steps and core formulas for each strategy, accompanied by data tables for key periods.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the current state and trends in cryptocurrency security in 2024. We will review major security incidents from this year, analyzing attackers' common methods, targets, and resulting losses. We will also examine historical case studies and draw lessons from them. Furthermore, the article looks ahead to future challenges and opportunities in cryptocurrency security, and explores how regulatory authorities and industry participants can work together to address these challenges and build a more secure and reliable cryptocurrency ecosystem.

The total market capitalization of crypto assets has experienced explosive growth over the past decade, surpassing $2 trillion by 2024, rivaling traditional tech giants. The crypto ecosystem has diversified from Bitcoin dominance to a multi-chain, multi-narrative model, with continuous innovations in DeFi, GameFi, and AI applications demonstrating its expanding influence across various sectors. Global crypto users have surged from 2 million in 2014 to 560 million in 2024, with an impressive average annual growth rate of nearly 70%. Despite this rapid expansion, the average adoption rate among internet users is only 10.33%, highlighting significant potential for further growth. While Asia accounts for 58% of the global user base, there remains substantial growth opportunities in other regions.