Altcoins
Altcoin is one of the most dynamic and controversial sectors in the crypto world. If you already know enough about mainstream coins such as BTC and ETH, you might as well step out of your comfort zone and take an exciting trip to the cutting edge of the crypto industry.
Gate Research Daily Report: On April 10, Bitcoin fell to $79,733 and Ethereum to $1,535. Gate.io released its Q1 2025 report. Trump repealed crypto tax rules, marking the first official crypto legislation. Tokenized gold trading volume hit a two-year high. AVAX may gain mainstream ETF access, and top altcoins XCN, AERGO, and ZRC posted notable gains.
4/11/2025, 11:33:27 AM
In 2024, the stablecoin market cap surged, yet altcoins didn’t follow suit. Gate Research Institute uses on-chain data and capital flow analysis to reveal that funds are shifting toward DeFi protocols, payment settlements, and institutional trading, signaling a new phase of “stablecoin financialization” in the crypto market.
4/11/2025, 2:44:24 AM
A deep dive into Solana's technological advantages, ecosystem layout, and future prospects: understanding why it is a strong contender for next-generation blockchain infrastructure.
4/11/2025, 12:30:44 AM

Gate Research Weekly Report: This week, BTC and ETH prices remained range-bound under the influence of tariff policy developments. Trump's announcement of a 90-day suspension on tariffs for most countries briefly lifted global market sentiment, with Bitcoin briefly surpassing $82,000 and demonstrating strengthened appeal as a hedge asset. Meanwhile, the SEC approved options trading for spot Ethereum ETFs, opening new channels for institutional investors to participate in the Ethereum ecosystem—potentially signaling deeper structural changes ahead. On the technical front, Bitcoin's average daily hashrate exceeded 1 Zetahash/s for the first time, marking a new high in both network security and decentralization. Filament Finance was hit by a security breach resulting in losses of over $570,000, exposing weaknesses in the security frameworks of emerging projects. Lastly, the Babylon blockchain is officially launching its mainnet today, potentially opening a new chapter for Bitcoin staking applications.
4/10/2025, 11:34:04 AM
This article analyzes the value-adding mechanisms, core functionalities, and associated risks of DeFi tokens while exploring future trends. It highlights how technological advancements and ecosystem integration will drive DeFi token expansion but also warns of potential pitfalls.
4/10/2025, 7:35:29 AM
DeSPIN is a distributed system focused on 3D spatial perception and collaboration. Users are rewarded for contributing spatial data, collectively building an open and fair shared ecosystem. Leveraging core technologies such as computer vision, sensor technology, and machine learning, DeSPIN is widely applied in scenarios like smart city planning, autonomous driving, gaming, logistics, environmental monitoring, and natural resource management.
4/10/2025, 7:11:10 AM
Explore Numine, an EVM-compatible Web3 platform on Avalanche, integrating games, media, and NFTs with the NUMI utility token.
4/9/2025, 4:10:43 PM
Discover what Space Nation (OIK) is—a Web3 space exploration game combining immersive gameplay, NFTs, and blockchain governance.
4/9/2025, 4:02:39 PM
Discover what Shaga is and how it works as a decentralized cloud gaming platform. Learn about its features, roadmap, investment potential, and how to get involved early through GLOB points.
4/9/2025, 3:22:20 PM
BeFi Labs is a decentralized exchange powered by the BTCfi focusing to promote BRC20-based assets by offering secure trading, liquidity, and perpetual markets.
4/9/2025, 3:17:50 PM
Gate Research Daily Report: The crypto market has continued to weaken amid ongoing volatility. BTC fell 5.51% to $75,017, while ETH dropped 10.67% to $1,417. Total borrowing volume on DeFi lending platforms plummeted by 23% in a week, with yields falling to just 2.66%—a near one-year low. Jupiter surpassed Pump.fun to become the highest-earning protocol on Solana, signaling accelerated structural shifts on-chain. Stablecoin daily active addresses exceeded 300,000, and on-chain trading volume rebounded to high levels, reflecting a growing risk-off sentiment among investors. Meanwhile, Trump's sweeping tariff policy takes effect, the U.S. Department of Justice dissolves its crypto enforcement team, and the XRP ETF officially launches. A cyclical correction driven by the interplay of regulation and macro factors is deepening.
4/9/2025, 11:18:18 AM
This report presents an in-depth analysis of emerging Layer 1 blockchain Berachain, centered on its innovative Proof of Liquidity (PoL) consensus mechanism. It explores the project’s architecture, tokenomics, ecosystem protocols, TVL dynamics, and governance model. The report also highlights structural risks such as inflation pressure, TVL concentration, and a potential innovation slowdown, while assessing whether Berachain can evolve into a sustainable, liquidity-driven public chain paradigm through continued DeFi and dApp ecosystem development.
4/9/2025, 1:36:20 AM
Gate Research Daily Report: On April 8, Bitcoin rebounded by 1.93% to $79,947, while Ethereum rose to $1,593. Since Trump took office, over $1.1 trillion in cryptocurrency market cap has evaporated. Stablecoins have been withdrawn from exchanges, with balances reaching a three-month low. Multicoin's assets under management surged by more than 50%, and Mantra has launched a $108 million fund to support RWA and DeFi startups. South Korea's pension system plans to introduce blockchain, and Hong Kong will offer spot ETF staking services to strengthen the compliance development of virtual assets.
4/8/2025, 10:31:27 AM
In the crypto market, altcoins have high risks and high rewards. Unlike the more mature Bitcoin, their prices are easily influenced by news and large investors. This article will teach you how to create a customized altcoin trading strategy using three methods: fundamental analysis, technical analysis, and smart money tracking.
4/7/2025, 4:04:27 PM
Gate Research Daily Report: On April 7, Bitcoin dropped 5.22% to $78,236, while Ethereum fell 12.13% to $1,601. Aave's cumulative borrowing interest on Ethereum surpassed $1 billion. Solana's total value locked (TVL) reached 53.8 million SOL, marking its highest level since 2023. In March, most major DeFi protocols experienced sharp revenue declines, but Sky stood out with notable growth. Meanwhile, newly announced U.S. tariff policies triggered a global market shake-up, accelerating sell-offs across both traditional and crypto markets. Lens Chain officially launched its mainnet, offering a scalable and modular foundation for decentralized social applications. The SEC also initiated a review of digital asset policies introduced under the Biden administration, potentially signaling a move toward more relaxed regulation.
4/7/2025, 11:15:58 AM