[//]:content-type-MARKDOWN-DONOT-DELETE ![](https://gimg2.gateimg.com/image/article/1747631807ann_en.webp) BTC rose 1.93% today, currently quoted at $105,229, briefly breaking above the $107,100 mark intraday. Last Friday, BTC ETFs recorded a net inflow of $260 million. ETH retreated 1.90%, currently priced at $2,432 and holding a market dominance of 8.99%. Altcoin markets showed mixed performance without a clear unified narrative, causing the Altcoin Season index to decline to 24. The State of Texas is scheduled for a second reading of the BTC Reserve Bill on May 20. Payments and financial infrastructure protocol Huma proposed a JupiterDAO alliance offering exclusive presale opportunities specifically to JUP stakers. Additionally, Aptos Foundation announced the initial batch of DeFi projects selected for its LFM initiative. Gate GT holders currently have an exclusive whitelist opportunity to participate in WhiteRock’s token airdrop. - Market Overview: BTC rose 1.93% in the past 24 hours, now priced at $105,229. ETH declined 1.90%, quoted at $2,432. - Trending Tokens: Today's trending tokens include Virtuals (+13.22%, circulating market cap $1.256 billion) and Kaito (+8.55%, circulating market cap $435 million), both from the rapidly evolving info-finance (InfoFi) sector within Web3. - Alpha Insights: The Texas BTC Strategic Reserve Bill will soon enter a second reading in the state House of Representatives and could position Texas as the first state in the U.S. supporting Bitcoin reserves at a government level. Meanwhile, Huma Finance submitted a proposal to JupiterDAO for token swaps and exclusive presale opportunities, deepening collaboration within the Solana DeFi ecosystem. Aptos Foundation unveiled the first batch of protocols selected under its LFM (Liquidity Farming Model) initiative, highlighting Aptos’s strategic commitment to supporting DeFi projects. - Gate HODLer Airdrop: Real-world assets protocol WhiteRock is launching an exclusive free airdrop opportunity for GT holders offering a total of 80 million WHITE tokens for free participation. The event will close on May 19, 2025 at 16:00 (UTC+8). **Discover more details today：** Aptos Reveals Five DeFi Projects Selected for Its LFM Initiative | Gate Research **Gate Research** is a comprehensive blockchain and cryptocurrency research platform that provides readers with in-depth content, including technical analysis, trending insights, market reviews, industry research, trend forecasting, and macroeconomic policy analysis. **Disclaimer** Cryptocurrency investment involves high risks. Users are advised to conduct independent research and fully understand the nature of the assets and products before making any investment decisions. Gate is not responsible for any losses or damages resulting from such investment decisions. Gate Team May 19, 2025 **Gateway to Crypto** Trade over 3,500 cryptocurrencies safely, quickly, and easily on Gate **Take Action Now** Sign up and claim up to $10,000 in welcome rewards Invite friends and earn a 40% commission **Stay Connected** Visit Gate's official website Download the Gate App | Desktop Follow us on X (Twitter) to get more bonuses Join our Telegram community to discuss trending topics Engage with our global community for the latest insights **Transparency & Security** Check our 100% Proof of Reserves

Aptos Discloses Five DeFi Projects Selected for the LFM Program｜Gate Research