Blockchain

Nimiq is a browser-based blockchain designed for fast, low-fee, and eco-friendly transactions, enabling peer-to-peer payments without intermediaries.

The article analyzes how OpenSea rose in the NFT market by focusing on its core business and streamlining operations, as well as its ups and downs amid market competition. With the rise of competitors like Blur, OpenSea's market share has been significantly eroded. Its decision to issue a token is seen as an attempt to save itself and reclaim its market position.

The cryptocurrency industry is experiencing an unprecedented security crisis, marked by frequent and devastating hacker attacks that have eroded trust in the industry. This article examines recent high-profile hacking incidents, such as the $1.46 billion theft from Bybit, along with historical cases, to uncover the various factors driving these attacks, including technical flaws, human vulnerabilities, economic incentives, and regulatory gaps.

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.

This article delves into the recent turbulence in the crypto market, analyzing the reasons behind Bitcoin's price dropping below $90,000, including the Bybit hacking incident, uncertainty surrounding U.S. tariff policies, and the impact of the macroeconomic environment. It also highlights concerns about a U.S. economic recession, uncertainty regarding Trump's policies, and declining consumer confidence, which have exacerbated volatility in the crypto market.

The CIAN protocol enables LSD (Liquid Staking Derivative) holders to earn not only staking rewards but also additional DeFi yields. CIAN is transforming DeFi yield generation, and as an automated DeFi yield optimization platform, its total value locked (TVL) has surpassed $1.4 billion—far exceeding the TVL of many major blockchains. With immense growth potential, CIAN is reshaping the DeFi landscape.

This article provides a detailed analysis of the liquidity challenges faced by traditional DEXs and how the new generation of order book DEXs, like dYdX and Antarctic, are reconstructing liquidity power distribution through hybrid models, privacy protection, and liquidity stratification.

Find out what Cosmos wallets are and the best one to suit all your Web3 needs and make the best out of your tokens.

Gate Research (February 22-27, 2025): On February 21, Gate.com Launchpool introduced Rivalz Network (RIZ). The same day, Bybit experienced a major security breach with approximately $1.5 billion in ETH stolen. On February 24, Infini faced abnormal fund transfers due to internal operational errors, but fully compensated users to protect their assets. On February 25, Ethereum's Pectra upgrade hit roadblocks on the Holesky testnet, failing to reach final confirmation, which could potentially delay mainnet deployment. On February 26, the SEC officially ended its investigation into Uniswap. Also on February 26, Ondo Finance announced its integration with the Mastercard network.

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.

There are many DePIN projects in the market, and cloud computing is one of the most popular directions. Acurast has revolutionized the traditional cloud computing industry. It turns people's idle mobile phone computing power into individual nodes, forming a decentralized cloud computing platform that allows users to earn rewards while participating in computing tasks.

MON Protocol is a decentralized platform for blockchain gaming, backed by top chains, using MON token for its ecosystem and Pixelmon games.

Gate.com Pilot stands out as an innovative trading platform that bridges the gap between decentralized and centralized exchanges. By leveraging quick project screening and efficient listing processes, it opens up accessible trading opportunities for investors while helping promising projects gain valuable market exposure. In this analysis, we'll explore the platform's features and examine Gate.com's strategic approach to identifying promising on-chain opportunities.

In 2025, with the positive shift in U.S. policies (including President Trump's support for the crypto industry), the launch of the Bitcoin ETF, and interest rate cuts by major economies, the crypto asset market is expected to continue its strong growth. This article explores how Bitcoin's perception is changing, the improvement of market conditions, and the advancement of tokenization technologies, all of which will create new growth opportunities for digital assets.

This article explores the paradigm shift in crypto token economics, analyzing the transition from VC-driven models to community consensus approaches. It examines the limitations of traditional token distribution methods, Memecoin market dynamics, and the emergence of dual-drive models that combine VC backing with community ownership for sustainable growth in the digital asset ecosystem.