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Gold Prices Surge Past $4,300—What Drives the Long-Term Bullish Narrative for Gold?

Gold Prices Surge Past $4,300—What Drives the Long-Term Bullish Narrative for Gold?

Central banks around the world continue to increase their gold reserves, driven by accelerating de-dollarization and rising sovereign credit risks. These factors are creating strong, long-term structural support for gold. This article offers an in-depth analysis of the three core drivers behind this trend.

Blog Team06/15/2026

Beyond Futures Trading, Why Are Gate Contract Points Worth Watching?

Beyond Futures Trading, Why Are Gate Contract Points Worth Watching?

Los puntos de contratos de Gate reflejan la actividad de trading y se han convertido en un indicador clave de participación y beneficios dentro de la plataforma.

Blog Team06/15/2026

Why De-Dollarization Trends Matter for XAU/USD’s Long-Term Outlook

Why De-Dollarization Trends Matter for XAU/USD’s Long-Term Outlook

An in-depth analysis of how de-dollarization trends shape XAU/USD, exploring reserve diversification, central bank gold demand, settlement shifts, and future market implications.

Blog Team04/28/2026

Ethereum’s "De-Execution" Accelerates: L2s Emerge as the Institutional Settlement Layer, But Why Does the Market Still Undervalue Core Infrastructure?

Ethereum’s "De-Execution" Accelerates: L2s Emerge as the Institutional Settlement Layer, But Why Does the Market Still Undervalue Core Infrastructure?

Ethereum Layer 2 solutions are rapidly becoming the settlement infrastructure for global financial institutions. BlackRock’s BUIDL fund and JPMorgan’s JPMD have integrated deeply with Base and Arbitrum, yet the market continues to significantly undervalue the settlement potential of Layer 2 networks.

Blog Team04/22/2026

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The First Time a Sovereign Nation Uses BTC for Strategic Corridor Settlement: Unpacking the Deeper Logic Behind Iran’s Oil Tanker Transit Fees

The First Time a Sovereign Nation Uses BTC for Strategic Corridor Settlement: Unpacking the Deeper Logic Behind Iran’s Oil Tanker Transit Fees

Iran plans to impose a $1 per barrel Bitcoin transit fee on oil tankers passing through the Strait of Hormuz during the ceasefire period, with on-chain payments completed in seconds. This article provides an in-depth analysis of the event from the perspectives of geopolitics, sovereign adoption, and de-dollarization.

Blog Team04/09/2026

Gate Ventures Weekly Crypto Recap (April 7, 2026)

Gate Ventures Weekly Crypto Recap (April 7, 2026)

US stocks rose on Iran de-escalation hopes and Powell’s dovish signal; March jobs data remain strong, while oil surges elevate energy inflation risks. Crypto rebounds with BTC, ETH, and Memecore gains; Circle launches cirBTC, and institutions advance crypto infrastructure and AI payment initiatives.

Blog Team04/07/2026

From Safe Haven to Risk Appetite: How Geopolitical Conflicts Influence Bitcoin’s Price Trends

From Safe Haven to Risk Appetite: How Geopolitical Conflicts Influence Bitcoin’s Price Trends

This article examines Bitcoin’s unique performance amid geopolitical tensions, focusing on the recent de-escalation in Iran. It also explores the impact of mining companies liquidating their holdings and analyzes structural changes in the market.

Blog Team04/01/2026

Ethereum Founder Vitalik Buterin Speaks Out: Rejects Following Apple and Google, Focuses on "Sanctuary Technology"

Ethereum Founder Vitalik Buterin Speaks Out: Rejects Following Apple and Google, Focuses on "Sanctuary Technology"

Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has made it clear that he opposes positioning Ethereum as an efficiency-driven tech giant. Instead, Ethereum’s core mission is to build "refuge technology"—creating a digital space where users can withstand external pressures and striving for "de-totalization."

Blog Team03/04/2026

Why Are Gold, U.S. Stocks, and Bitcoin All Falling? The Crowded De-Dollarization Trade Faces a Reversal

Why Are Gold, U.S. Stocks, and Bitcoin All Falling? The Crowded De-Dollarization Trade Faces a Reversal

When gold, silver, and Bitcoin all plunge simultaneously, the market begins to question a once-assumed narrative: Is the era of the US dollar truly coming to an end?

Blog Team02/06/2026