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Polymarket and Kalshi Valuations Soar Past $20 Billion—Will Competition in 2026 Spark the Rise of Dedicated Blockchains?

Polymarket and Kalshi Valuations Soar Past $20 Billion—Will Competition in 2026 Spark the Rise of Dedicated Blockchains?

Polymarket and Kalshi both reach valuations of $20 billion, elevating their competition from product offerings to a battle over ecosystem infrastructure. This analysis explores how the rivalry between these two giants is evolving, and examines the deeper logic and potential pathways behind their possible moves to launch independent blockchains.

Blog Team2026-03-12

Foundry Launches Institutional-Grade Zcash Mining Pool: ZEC Surges 670% and the Dawn of a New Era for Compliant Privacy Coin Mining

Foundry Launches Institutional-Grade Zcash Mining Pool: ZEC Surges 670% and the Dawn of a New Era for Compliant Privacy Coin Mining

Foundry will launch an institutional Zcash compliance mining pool in April. The privacy sector is heating up, with ZEC surging 670% over the past 12 months. This article examines the background of the event, market data, and its impact on the industry.

Blog Team2026-03-12

Mastercard’s 2026 Crypto Payments Landscape: How 85 Partners Are Driving Blockchain Payment Adoption

Mastercard’s 2026 Crypto Payments Landscape: How 85 Partners Are Driving Blockchain Payment Adoption

Mastercard Launches Crypto Partner Program, Collaborating with Gate, PayPal, Ripple, and Over 85 Companies to Focus on Cross-Border and B2B Payments. This article reviews its decade-long strategy, industry response, and future evolution scenarios.

Blog Team2026-03-12

Analysis of the Macroeconomic Impact of the February US CPI Release: March Rate Cut Probability Drops Below 1%

Analysis of the Macroeconomic Impact of the February US CPI Release: March Rate Cut Probability Drops Below 1%

U.S. February CPI rose 2.4% year-over-year, in line with expectations, but the probability of a rate cut in March has dropped to just 0.7%. Geopolitical tensions have driven up oil prices, pushing market expectations for a rate cut back to September. As a result, the crypto market remains under pressure and is awaiting further developments.

Blog Team2026-03-12

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2026 US Crypto Regulatory Calendar: Key Bills and Stablecoin Policy Milestones in the Next 90 Days

2026 US Crypto Regulatory Calendar: Key Bills and Stablecoin Policy Milestones in the Next 90 Days

GENIUS Act rulemaking enters the final countdown, with clear deadlines set for OCC and FDIC proposals. This article outlines key regulatory milestones for the SEC and CFTC over the next 90 days, examines the ongoing debate over stablecoin yield restrictions, and explores how the upcoming Federal Reserve leadership transition could impact the crypto market.

Blog Team2026-03-12

SEC and CFTC Join Forces to Regulate the Crypto Market: Analyzing the Impact of the Clarity Act and Stablecoin Policy

SEC and CFTC Join Forces to Regulate the Crypto Market: Analyzing the Impact of the Clarity Act and Stablecoin Policy

The SEC and CFTC have signed a memorandum of understanding to jointly advance a regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies. The Clarity Act faces renewed debate over its stablecoin yield provisions, as banks and the crypto industry clash over the boundaries between interest and rewards. This article outlines the regulatory timeline and explores multiple potential scenarios for futur

Blog Team2026-03-12

The U.S. Government, Strategy Funds, and ETFs Now Hold Over 2.3 Million BTC—How Will This Reshape Bitcoin’s Supply Dynamics?

The U.S. Government, Strategy Funds, and ETFs Now Hold Over 2.3 Million BTC—How Will This Reshape Bitcoin’s Supply Dynamics?

The U.S. government’s Bitcoin holdings have been disclosed. Combined with the massive reserves held by various strategies and BTC ETFs, over 2.3 million BTC are now effectively "quasi-permanently locked." This article breaks down how these structural shifts are reshaping the supply dynamics of the market.

Blog Team2026-03-11

Strong Comeback for Blockchain Gaming: PIXEL Leads with Over 200% Gains—Market Logic and Trend Analysis

Strong Comeback for Blockchain Gaming: PIXEL Leads with Over 200% Gains—Market Logic and Trend Analysis

The GameFi sector saw a broad rally on March 11, with PIXEL surging over 200% in 24 hours and XAI and PORTAL also posting significant gains. Drawing on Gate market data, this article breaks down the capital rotation driving the rally, analyzes the tokenomics of leading projects, highlights potential risks, and explores possible future trends in the sector.

Blog Team2026-03-11

From Channels to Capital: Why Are US Banks and Abu Dhabi Funds Betting on Bitcoin at the Same Time?

From Channels to Capital: Why Are US Banks and Abu Dhabi Funds Betting on Bitcoin at the Same Time?

Bank of America Authorizes 15,000 Advisors to Recommend Bitcoin ETFs, Abu Dhabi Sovereign Fund Holds Over $1.3 Billion. This article explores the underlying logic behind the simultaneous entry of traditional financial channels and sovereign capital.

Blog Team2026-03-11