Gate Insights and Crypto Market Analysis

In brief Bitcoin remains trapped in bearish territory below the death cross with weak momentum despite reclaiming $90K. Meanwhile, GameFi tokens lead crypto gains, outpacing Bitcoin's sideways grind. Axie Infinity (AXS) surged 131% this week, and more than 250% in the last month. While B

In brief The Ethereum Foundation has created a new Post Quantum team, according to a post from researcher Justin Drake. The effort centers on LeanVM, new developer calls, live post-quantum devnets, and $2 million in prizes. Drake said a full post-quantum roadmap is coming, with the goal o

Trusted Editorial content, reviewed by leading industry experts and seasoned editors. Ad Disclosure A recent statement from an XRP Ledger (XRPL) developer suggests that XRP could be the key to an early retirement shortcut. Unlike steady paychecks or slow-growing investments in traditional

In brief Bitwise’s Matt Hougan sees parallels between silver's surge and past altcoin booms. They’ve both benefited from a “wealth effect,” he said. Gold and silver scaled new heights on Friday. The same dynamic that drove investors toward NFTs and smaller coins during the

Changpeng "CZ" Zhao predicts a Bitcoin supercycle by 2026, citing increasing pro-crypto policies in the U.S. He did not specify a price target but indicated prices will likely rise. Zhao also denied any ties to President Trump that could have influenced a recent pardon.

XRP is struggling to maintain a bullish trend, facing key support levels at $1.80-$1.90 after rejection from $2.40. It remains weak against the dollar and Bitcoin, with potential downside risks if support fails, while a recovery requires reclaiming higher resistance levels.

As 2026 begins, crypto investors are exploring early-stage opportunities like DOGEBALL, a gaming token on DOGECHAIN, which offers staking rewards and utility-focused mechanics. Its presale runs from January to May 2026, aiming for significant upside similar to Hyperliquid's early success.

Trusted Editorial content, reviewed by leading industry experts and seasoned editors. Ad Disclosure Oslabujúci dolár, očakávané zníženie úrokových sadzieb americkým Fedom a rastúca aktivita na spotových ETF fondoch formujú nové podmienky pre decembrový trh. Bitcoin sa opäť obchoduje nad

Trusted Editorial content, reviewed by leading industry experts and seasoned editors. Ad Disclosure Based on data from the weekly price chart, Bitcoin is witnessing a significant loss of over 6% following recent widespread market liquidations. Notably, the premier cryptocurrency has taken on a con

UBS will allow select private banking clients to trade Bitcoin and Ethereum in Switzerland, reflecting demand from ultra-high net-worth clients. This move aligns with Switzerland's reputation as a crypto-friendly jurisdiction, potentially expanding to Asia-Pacific.

In brief “Professional money launderer” Sen Hok Ling, who helped Zhimin Qian move her funds, has been told he needs to pay back $7.6 million (£5 million) to UK authorities. Ling was sentenced to almost five years in November 2025 after pleading guilty on one count of money laundering

In brief U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs saw outflows of $1.62 billion across four working days, including a massive $708.7 million exit on Wednesday. Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan cites Amberdata figures showing basis trade yields have collapsed to 5%, down from 17% last year. Bitcoin's slide to

Trusted Editorial content, reviewed by leading industry experts and seasoned editors. Ad Disclosure Bitcoin (BTC) is mirroring the same setup from its 2022 bull cycle, which led to a massive price crash to $20,000. According to market expert Crypto Bullet, this recurring structure could signal

Key Takeaways: Ledger is contemplating a $4 billion+ New York-based IPO which has the potential to triple its last known valuation figure. The announcement also underscores investors’ growing appetite for cryptocurrency-related security and custodial plays rather than pure crypto-related trades a

In brief Meme coin brand Ponke is launching a series of collectible blind box toys with streetwear label RIPNDIP. An embedded NFC chip in the collectibles unlocks a blockchain component via Ethereum layer-2 network Base. An online presale begins Friday, with the collectibles reaching RIPN

Las Vegas businesses are increasingly accepting Bitcoin to reduce credit card processing fees and attract crypto-savvy customers. Major chains like Steak 'n Shake are leading this trend, offering Bitcoin bonuses to employees and seeing revenue boosts linked to Bitcoin adoption.