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Gate Research Daily Report: On August 11, BTC broke above the 121,200 USD mark after a period of sideways consolidation, while ETH surpassed its interim high of 4,343.23 USD. In the Solana ecosystem, meme token launch platform BAGS outpaced letsBONK.fun in seven-day revenue. Bitcoin’s market cap overtook Amazon to rank sixth globally, with the total cryptocurrency market cap hitting a record high above 4.1 trillion USD. The LayerZero Foundation proposed a $110 million acquisition of the Stargate cross-chain bridge and its STG token.

This article analyzes the views of VanEck analysts and explores Ethereum's potential and strengths as a store of value. The analysis focuses on its staking functionality, governance framework, and inflation policy.

The article analyzes the market performance of Cosmos's core token, ATOM, along with its main projects, and explores the deeper reasons behind the sharp decline in its value.

The article not only analyzes the mechanisms by which stablecoins can boost economic efficiency in the short term, but also explores their long-term impacts on capital formation and economic maturity.

The article provides a detailed analysis of the evolution from automation tools to intent-driven assistants and finally to intelligent agents, along with a comprehensive evaluation of several related projects currently in the market.

Gate Research Daily Report: On August 11, BTC surpassed the $121,200 mark; ETH broke through the $4,349.81 resistance level; GT rebounded to around $16.96; and ZKJ stood out with a remarkable 79.47% surge. In the Solana ecosystem, the meme coin launchpad BAGS exceeded letsBONK.fun in seven-day revenue. Bitcoin’s market cap surpassed Amazon’s to rank sixth globally, while the total cryptocurrency market cap hit a new high above $4.1 trillion. Additionally, the LayerZero Foundation proposed a $110 million acquisition of the Stargate cross-chain bridge and its token STG.

MetaMask has announced a strategic integration with the high-performance Sei public blockchain. Users can now access the Sei network with one click and easily use its ecosystem applications. This integration advances MetaMask’s cross-chain strategy, expanding supported networks to 11 and enhancing the multi-chain user experience in Web3. The Sei ecosystem has a total value locked (TVL) of $600 million and over 10 million active users. Sei has become a major player with EVM support among leading blockchain networks.

Expectations for a Fed rate cut in September have risen sharply, prompting the market to reprice risk assets. This article analyzes changes in macroeconomic data, inflation trends, signals from the U.S. Treasury market, and the policy dynamics within the Federal Reserve, examining their impact on the crypto market and how traders can identify the rhythm for a bull market restart at this critical turning point.

Jeremy Allaire has accurately predicted three technological revolutions, from ColdFusion and Brightcove to Circle and USDC. He has not only witnessed the rise of the internet and online video but also personally built the global infrastructure for stablecoins. This profile reveals the long-term vision and systematic successes of a “programmable money” prophet.

With the clarification of regulatory policies and the continuous improvement of infrastructure, the crypto market is undergoing a profound transformation led by institutional capital. Since 2024, landmark events such as the passage of the Stablecoin Act and the implementation of the MiCA regulations in the European Union have driven crypto assets to transition from "marginal speculative instruments" to "institutional core allocations." Traditional financial giants like Strategy, BlackRock, Fidelity, and Nomura have been actively pursuing full-stack strategies, encouraging diverse institutions such as pension funds, sovereign wealth funds, and university endowments to gradually increase their involvement.

This report summarizes the Web3 industry’s fundraising activity in July 2025. A total of 132 funding deals were completed during the month, with an aggregate amount reaching $3.68 billion. Capital primarily flowed into CeFi and blockchain services, reflecting a dual focus on infrastructure and services. Investment was concentrated in growth-stage projects raising between $3 million and $20 million, with Series A rounds emerging as the main battleground for capital. Meanwhile, the accelerated adoption of traditional financial instruments such as Post-IPO deals signals a deepening integration between the Web3 industry and mainstream capital markets.The report also highlights key fundraising projects including Delabs Games, Gaia Labs, Syntetika, Blockskye, and Limitless.

Last week, Lido DAO (LDO) surged over 62% in 7 days, fueled by Ethereum's strong price rally and institutional custody support. Aerodrome Finance (AERO) gained nearly 49%, boosted by liquidity expansion on the Base network. Base led inflows with a net $80.3 million, reversing its previous streak of outflows. Driven by SocialFi and the creator economy, its TVL has surpassed $4.6 billion, establishing a multi-layered closed loop of trading, content, and social interaction.

Gate Research Daily Report:On August 12, BTC price briefly touched a historic high of $122,300 before quickly retreating to a range around $118,900; ETH reached a yearly peak of $4,365 with trading volume soaring to $47.1 billion. Altcoins’ total market capitalization hit $1.61 trillion, with market sentiment entering the “greed” zone. BitcoinCash’s Smart Money Index surged to 85.1, reflecting significant institutional inflows. The Uniswap Foundation proposed establishing the “DUNI” legal entity in Wyoming to support decentralized governance. Lido DAO benefited from a favorable SEC ruling, boosting the prospects for liquid staking ETFs with a weekly gain of 54%.

The report thoroughly examines the revenue sources, user growth, market strategies, and the challenges that key projects such as Aave, Compound, Euler Finance, Jito, and Lido Finance encounter.

Gate Research Daily Report: On August 13, BTC consolidated near $119,000; ETH broke above $4,600 with a 7.09% gain; and GT recovered to $16.745. Aave’s outstanding borrowings exceeded $25 billion, marking a record high and reflecting a notable rebound in DeFi lending demand. Circle announced the launch of Arc, a Layer 1 blockchain focused on stablecoin and institutional-grade financial use cases, with a public testnet planned for the fall. RWA-focused blockchain MANTRA Chain achieved full EVM compatibility on its testnet and is scheduled to launch its mainnet in September.