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Gold and silver staged a rapid rebound following a 9–12% decline, driven by profit-taking, heightened risk aversion, and intertwined global macroeconomic risks. This article explores the underlying causes, market implications, and potential future developments.

Gate Research:From January 13 to January 26, 2026, the crypto market remained broadly weak amid macroeconomic and geopolitical uncertainty. Major assets traded lower in a defensive, range-bound structure, while market-cap performance showed clear divergence: the top 400 tokens posted mild pullbacks, whereas lower-cap segments outperformed. High-beta names such as PENGUIN and RIVER rallied sharply, while several previously overheated speculative assets saw steep corrections. Volume–price dynamics were also uneven—only a handful of tokens showed strong volume-price confirmation, while most remained in low-volume, weak-trend conditions. This suggests capital is still rotating tactically rather than positioning for a full trend reversal, though selective opportunities persist. Meanwhile, sectors such as NFT platform incentives, decentralized node networks, social task-based point systems, and prediction market ecosystems have begun rolling out airdrop-style campaigns. This report outlines the core participation p

The Central Bank of El Salvador invested $50 million in gold, raising its total gold reserves to $360 million. This article offers an in-depth analysis of the motivations behind this decision, examines global gold price trends, and explores the implications for national financial stability.

ETHGas aims to convert Ethereum’s block space into a tradable market resource. By leveraging block space commitments, gas rebates, and governance mechanisms, it redefines transaction finality and cost structures, establishing the groundwork for a real-time settlement economy on Ethereum.

Gate Research Daily Report: On January 30, the crypto market came under broad pressure, with Bitcoin falling below $82,000 and briefly dipping to around $81,000, while Ether retreated to the $2,700 level and remained technically weak. GT declined in tandem but showed relatively resilient downside, consolidating around the $9.20–$9.30 support zone. Despite weakness in major assets, selective capital rotation persisted, with small-cap tokens such as SENT and GWEI posting strong gains driven by AI and Ethereum infrastructure narratives. Meanwhile, a tech-led selloff fueled a cross-market risk-off move, alongside notable industry developments including Bit Digital’s exit from Bitcoin mining and the revival of The DAO with a $220 million Ethereum security fund.

Gate Research Daily Report: On January 30, the crypto market came under broad pressure, with Bitcoin falling below $82,000 and briefly dipping to around $81,000, while Ether retreated to the $2,700 level and remained technically weak. GT declined in tandem but showed relatively resilient downside, consolidating around the $9.20–$9.30 support zone. Despite weakness in major assets, selective capital rotation persisted, with small-cap tokens such as SENT and GWEI posting strong gains driven by AI and Ethereum infrastructure narratives. Meanwhile, a tech-led selloff fueled a cross-market risk-off move, alongside notable industry developments including Bit Digital’s exit from Bitcoin mining and the revival of The DAO with a $220 million Ethereum security fund.

According to the official announcement, Gate Futures has launched a total of 11 popular stock perpetual futures, including PEP (Pepsi), PG (Procter & Gamble), KO (Coca-Cola), GE (General Electric), AVGO (Broadcom), IAU (iShares Gold Trust), LMT (Lockheed Martin ), AMD (Advanced Micro Devices), IEFA (iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETF), TLT (iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF), and AGG (iShares Core US Aggregate Bond ETF) (USDT-M). These futures support 1 - 20x leverage, further enriching trading options for stock-based assets.

To encourage users to participate in real on-chain trading within fixed cycles, Meme Go is launching the “Weekly Trading Check-In” regular trading activity. This phase features a SOL Chain Meme Coin special. Users who trade any Meme tokens on the SOL chain within the designated period and meet the corresponding requirements will have the opportunity to receive USDT rewards.

To encourage users to participate in real on-chain perpetual contract trading within a fixed period, Gate Perps launches the regular **Weekend Trading Check-in** event. Phase 2 features SOL exclusively. Users who trade SOL perpetual contracts and meet the requirements will have the opportunity to earn USDT rewards.

The article provides a precise analysis of Pendle's upcoming Algorithmic Incentive Model (AIM), centered on a 30% reduction in $PENDLE emissions and an automated dual-indicator allocation mechanism based on TVL and transaction fees. It systematically deconstructs the dynamic evolution logic—from the "pre-incentive TVL bootstrapping phase" to the "mature phase capped at 4x transaction fees"—and explains the capital efficiency amplification mechanism, where $1 in external protocol EIC joint incentives leverages $1.4 in value.

Against the backdrop of the humanoid robotics craze, exemplified by Figure AI's valuation soaring from $500 million to $39 billion and Skild AI tripling its valuation in just seven months, this article offers an incisive analysis of how the RCM protocol is transforming the traditionally closed, high-barrier private equity market into a permissionless system of SubDAO tokens, tradable on DEXs.

The Gate Stock Token Zone offers users the opportunity to engage in stock price movements through token-based trading. This article explains how Gate Stock Tokens work, outlines their trading characteristics, and highlights key risk considerations, enabling users to fully understand this product.

Gate DEX adopts a non-custodial approach integrated with TEE security architecture, allowing users to retain full control over their on-chain assets while experiencing seamless trading. This article examines the security framework and product strategy behind Gate DEX.

Widespread Web3 adoption hinges not just on user-friendly operations, but more critically on users’ ability to manage the consequences of errors. Gate Vault utilizes MPC architecture, multi-party authorization, and secure buffer mechanisms to redesign on-chain risk management. This enables asset management to move beyond zero tolerance for mistakes, establishing a secure framework that supports error correction and long-term use.

Gate has introduced a special TradFi rewards campaign for newcomers. New users who open a TradFi account and engage in trading are eligible to receive 20 USDT. If you complete the required tasks within 24 hours of signing up, your reward will be doubled. Users who reach the specified trading volume can also share in an additional prize pool. This article offers a comprehensive overview of the participation process, reward structure, and key considerations to help users quickly navigate the Gate TradFi new user campaign.