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Although Smart Leverage requires no margin and eliminates liquidation risk, it does not mean it is risk-free. Its core risks stem from the uncertainty introduced by its dynamic leverage mechanism, along with exposure to market volatility, path dependency, and performance decay in choppy conditions. In extreme market scenarios, net asset value can still fluctuate sharply. At the same time, limited user control over leverage reduces strategic flexibility. In essence, Smart Leverage does not reduce risk, it reshapes it, making it more suitable for strategic use once its mechanics are fully understood.

Polymarket, the prediction market platform, is set to comprehensively upgrade its trading infrastructure with the introduction of a new trading contract and a new collateral token, Polymarket USD. These changes will enhance order matching efficiency, expand wallet compatibility, and give the platform improved control over settlement and risk management. This upgrade is also closely tied to Polymarket’s ongoing strategy to strengthen regulatory compliance and market transparency in recent years.

The Solana Foundation has introduced two comprehensive security frameworks, STRIDE and SIRN, encompassing protocol evaluation, around-the-clock threat monitoring, incident emergency response, and formal verification. This article offers a thorough analysis of how these initiatives influence the Solana DeFi ecosystem, security governance, and the path toward institutional adoption.

Aave is entering a new phase of node restructuring. With Aave V4 going live, Horizon progressing, and core service providers being replaced one after another, Aave is not simply undergoing a protocol upgrade; it is experiencing a comprehensive system overhaul focused on governance, Risk Control, and institutional capabilities. This article breaks down the critical variables that will define Aave’s future.

Within the blockchain infrastructure space, oracles have consistently served as a critical foundational element for DeFi. Reliable data feeds are essential for lending, Perpetual Futures, Stablecoins, and the on-chain integration of RWAs (real-world assets). Among these projects, REDStone has been drawing growing interest, with its native token RED experiencing a notable surge in popularity lately.

This article provides a comprehensive overview of Genius, covering product positioning, core features, privacy execution logic, cross-chain transaction experience, GP credit mechanism, Season 1 timeline, and key market focus areas prior to TGE. It is designed to help readers quickly grasp why Genius has garnered ongoing interest in the recent on-chain trading sector.

This week’s recap highlights rising macro uncertainty following tariff shocks, putting pressure on risk assets as Bitcoin and Ethereum traded lower. Market sentiment remained fragile, while infrastructure activity and selective ecosystem developments signaled continued long-term building across Web3.

Gate announced that it will host its "GATE GALA 13" anniversary dinner on April 20, 2026, at Rosewood Hong Kong. Gate Founder and CEO Dr.

Smart Leverage and futures trading are both common ways to gain leveraged exposure, but they differ significantly in their mechanisms and risk structures. Futures trading relies on a margin system, allowing users to set their own leverage levels, but it comes with liquidation risk. In contrast, Smart Leverage requires no margin and does not involve forced liquidation, as positions are managed through dynamic leverage and automated risk controls. Overall, futures trading offers greater flexibility but carries higher risk, making it more suitable for experienced traders, while Smart Leverage is simpler to use and better suited for beginners or users who want to reduce operational complexity.

Gate announces that it will host the Gate 13 Blue Carpet Ceremony from 09:00 to 11:30 (UTC) on April 20, at K11 MUSEA in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong. The ceremony will officially start at 17:30, with dozens of industry guests and media friends expected to attend.

This article explores regulatory barriers, insufficient demand, flawed token economics, security issues, and other areas related to DePIN. It provides an evaluation framework for DePIN and a detailed case study of the DePIN project.

This article will delve into what the aggregation layer is, how it operates, and how it differs from shared sequencers or validators.

This article takes stock of the characteristics and latest developments of decentralized social media platforms represented by Farcaster, and discusses the challenges and new directions faced by decentralized social media.

This article outlines the process of deploying and expanding Synthetix across various networks in 2024, stating that with the expansion of Andromeda's open positions, SNX staking will be more profitable than ever before.

Dive deep into B² Network, BTC Layer 2's EVM-compatible solution, leveraging ZK-Rollup technology to promote the development of the Bitcoin ecosystem and unlock untapped potential.