Macro Trends

Currently, AI-related projects dominate the cryptocurrency market with over 70% of market interest, while the gaming sector follows with single-digit market share. This concentration of interest has led to an undervaluation of Web3 gaming's innovation and growth potential. This report aims to analyze in depth why many gaming companies entered the Web3 gaming market and why the sector has since lost momentum.

This article explores the evolution of blockchain interoperability, focusing on the current phase, Interop 3.0, which enables applications to implement customized cross-chain strategies. The article reviews the progression of interoperability from Interop 1.0 (Asset Transfer Era) to Interop 2.0 (Message Passing Era) and now to Interop 3.0, with an emphasis on full-chain application logic, interoperability owned by applications, and chain abstraction. As the blockchain ecosystem expands, applications need to develop multi-chain strategies to stay competitive and prepare the right scalability approach based on their specific business models.

As the global financial landscape continues to evolve, PayFi is emerging at the intersection of blockchain technology and payment systems, aiming to combine the efficiency of DeFi with the immediacy and convenience of modern payment solutions, transforming transaction methods. This article will delve into the reasons behind the rise of PayFi, provide an overview of the current state of its industry, highlight key cases, and explore its potential application scenarios.

This article provides an in-depth analysis of Denmark’s policy changes regarding crypto asset taxation and supervision. It covers the basic framework of the Danish tax system, main tax types, and Denmark’s tax policy and regulatory framework for cryptocurrency. The article details how Denmark will integrate unrealized cryptocurrency income into its tax system and explores key components of its crypto regulatory framework.

As we step into 2025, we continue to summon Ether's Phoenix through the evolution of Retroactive Public Goods Funding. This post outlines our plan to improve the Retro Funding mechanism, as well as the proposed scope of contributions Retro Funding will reward in 2025, with the end goal of more effectively and accurately rewarding those creating the impact on the Superchain.

This report provides key insights into the crypto derivatives market, helping investors stay informed and identify opportunities. Stay tuned for more updates every week!

The current analysis across BTC and ETH derivatives reflects a market preparing for heightened short-term volatility with a cautious but optimistic outlook for the long term. Leading up to the election, BTC and ETH derivatives exhibit contrasting trends that underscore differing market perceptions regarding each asset’s immediate stability and long-term potential.

Analysis of Polymarket's performance in the 2024 US election. Highlights its popularity, trading volume, and accuracy compared to traditional polls. Covers major bets and user profits/losses. Examines the impact of crypto prediction markets on political events.

This article, the first in a three-part series, explores the landscape of traditional payment systems, from their historical origins to modern digital transformations. As one of the most classic narratives in Web3, GameFi is gradually shifting from “play to earn” to “play for play,” focusing more on gameplay rather than financial aspects. This article will highlight the most promising Web3 game projects in 2024 across various sub-sectors that have the potential to break out and gain mainstream appeal, much like *Black Myth: Wukong*.

This article provides an in-depth analysis of the challenges and opportunities faced by the Web3 space in achieving mass adoption, with a particular focus on the efforts and results of the Telegram and TON ecosystem in attracting users, offering low-barrier experiences, and establishing sustainable business models. By comparing the successful case of WeChat Mini Programs, the article suggests improvements for the TON ecosystem in areas such as product-market fit, user acquisition strategies, and support for commercial services. The aim is to offer strategic guidance for projects in the Web3 space to achieve mass adoption.

Gate Research Daily Report: September 4, Both Bitcoin and Ethereum experienced significant declines In the last 24 hours, with market performance appearing weak. Bitcoin ETFs saw net outflows of $280 million, while Ethereum ETFs had net outflows of $47.4 million. The Governor of the Bank of Japan stated that interest rate hikes would continue if economic and inflation data meet expectations. Additionally, Aave has partnered with Sky to launch the Sky Aave Force initiative. In the last 24 hours, the crypto sector raised a total of $18.8 million, covering areas such as GameFi and blockchain security. On September 2, Ethena Labs announced the launch of its Season 3 airdrop campaign.

GameFi has evolved from the 1.0 and 2.0 eras, transforming from past Ponzi schemes into an appealing gaming ecosystem for real users. Investment in GameFi should focus on aspects like IP, playability, and technology. Only those GameFi projects that genuinely attract players have the potential for long-term success.

This report offers a comprehensive analysis of the revenue structures and sustainability of three leading public blockchains: Ethereum, Solana, and Tron. It examines their gas fee revenues, on-chain economic activities, and user financial dynamics to assess their long-term growth potential. Ethereum stands out with its robust sustainability, thanks to its diverse ecosystem and technological innovations. Solana, despite its rapid growth, faces risks due to over-reliance on meme coin transactions, indicating the need for strategic adjustments. Tron has carved out a unique and sustainable revenue model in the payments sector, particularly with stablecoin transfers.

This article will delve into popular offshore jurisdictions such as the British Virgin Islands (BVI), the Cayman Islands, the Isle of Man, Jersey, Guernsey, Bermuda, and Mauritius. It will analyze the regulatory policies, registration requirements, and examples of successful blockchain and Web3 companies operating in these regions, helping you make informed decisions in a global business environment.

Gate Research Daily Report: September 2, BTC and ETH prices have recently pulled back, with Bitcoin dropping to $57,500 and Ethereum falling to $2,435. On August 30, Bitcoin ETFs experienced a net outflow of $175 million. Market contract liquidations were predominantly on long positions, with total network liquidations exceeding $130 million. Bitcoin miners' revenue reached a new annual low in August. Symbiotic's Total Value Locked (TVL) surpassed $1.5 billion. WazirX plans to discuss restructuring and pause applications. Following the Self Chain rebranding, the total token supply inflated, leading to protests within the community. Additionally, multiple projects secured significant funding, with the largest raise being $4 million and total financing amounting to $11.25 million.