Gate Insights and Crypto Market Analysis

PiRC-101 is a governance proposal for Pi Network designed to maintain the purchasing power of Pi tokens through an internal valuation mechanism and manage token dilution issues. The proposal has sparked controversy because the valuation benchmark is considered overly high and lacks transparency. Supporters believe it can promote trust and utility, while critics worry about its feasibility and impact on decentralization principles. Currently, the proposal is still under review and has not yet affected network operations.

SafePal has partnered with Uniswap to enhance in-wallet token swapping, providing deeper liquidity and a smoother DeFi experience. This integration allows users to trade directly from the SafePal wallet, reducing reliance on centralized exchanges and improving security.

Polymarket, the blockchain-driven prediction markets platform, is acquiring Brahma, a crypto startup that builds DeFi infrastructure. The move is framed as a step to consolidate Polymarket’s stack and broaden its product suite as the two firms align on a path toward deeper on-chain and off-chain

Data from Artemis indicates that Ethereum accounts for 53.9% of the stablecoin supply, while Tron holds 27.7%. Together, these two networks dominate up to 80% of the total supply, reflecting a "Two-Chain" market structure.

Global crypto investment products recorded $1.06 billion in net inflows last week, marking the highest weekly total since January and the third consecutive week of positive flows.

The essay discusses evolving U.S. regulations for digital assets, focusing on SEC Chair Paul Atkins' proposed safe harbor framework. This framework includes exemptions for startups and fundraising, aiming to clarify when crypto assets are subject to securities laws while preserving investor protections.

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Ethereum is showing outperformance compared to Bitcoin as tensions between the United States, Israel, and Iran continue to impact global markets. Data shows that ETH has gained 18% since the beginning of March, while Bitcoin has only increased 13% in the same period. The ETH/BTC ratio has also risen 7.6% to 0.0315 from 0.0293

Cryptocurrency exchange Kraken has suspended its initial public offering (IPO) plans, approximately four months after parent company Payward confidentially filed a draft S-1 registration statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in November 2025.

Polymarket has acquired Brahma to enhance DeFi infrastructure and user experience. Brahma's team will aid in product development while simplifying processes and improving liquidity for small-scale prediction markets. All Brahma products will cease within 30 days post-merger.

"Crypto Castle" is a YouTube sitcom created by actor Viv Ford that tells the story of Bitcoin's early days in 2015, centering around the lives and ideals of a group of early adopters. Ford aims to explore the evolution of cryptocurrency culture and the idealism of early participants in a lighthearted and humorous manner, reflecting how the essence of this culture has gradually been distorted as the market matured. The show airs free on YouTube, intending to change viewers' preconceived notions about cryptocurrency.

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Paul Atkins explained on March 18, 2026, that nonfungible tokens (NFTs) are typically treated as digital collectibles rather than investment contracts, placing them outside the agency's securities jurisdiction under a new interpretive framework issued jointly with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC).

US national debt surpassed $39 trillion in early March, reigniting discussions on fiscal stability. Budget deficits and large-scale spending programs have accelerated debt expansion, causing government interest expenses to compress investment space. This situation has sparked market interest in assets like Bitcoin, though short-term movements are not necessarily stable. Policymakers face choices between cutting spending, raising taxes, or continued borrowing, with structural reforms viewed as a long-term solution, though implementation remains challenging.

Taiwan's Financial Supervisory Commission is currently assessing the feasibility of changing the trading unit for Taiwan stocks from 1,000 shares to 1 share, and allowing day trading of fractional shares. This reform aims to address current systemic inequities, enhance investor trading flexibility, including synchronizing matching times with the market opening and day trading eligibility. There are divergent views among stakeholders regarding the reform, with primary considerations being system conversion costs and market impacts. If the assessment supports the reform, it may require amendments to relevant regulations or laws.

XRP-focused crypto treasury firm Evernorth submitted a Form S-4 registration statement to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on March 18, 2026, advancing its proposed business combination with special purpose acquisition company Armada Acquisition Corp. II to go public on Nasdaq.

Taipei has experienced three cryptocurrency robbery cases in a short period of time, with criminal gangs using social media with various tactics to lure victims into meeting to exchange USDT, followed by robbery. Police remind the public that they must conduct transactions through legitimate exchanges to avoid risks. Some criminal organizations have even used AI to create fake accounts to spread false information and mislead the public into participating in illegal transactions.

In brief Bitcoin fell about 4%–5% even as U.S. spot ETFs recorded over $1.1 billion in inflows across seven days. Rising oil prices and sticky inflation have pushed traders to scale back expectations for rate cuts. Key support around $70,000 is now in focus as macro conditions continue to

According to Polymarket data, the probability of a ceasefire between the US and Iran by March 31 is 7%, indicating the market's pessimistic view on the conflict. The Federal Reserve decided on Wednesday to keep interest rates unchanged and raised its inflation expectations for 2026, under which impact Bitcoin fell nearly 4% to $71,017. Market volatility simultaneously affected Brent crude oil and the stock market, demonstrating the complex situation resulting from the interweaving of various factors.

The FTX Recovery Trust announced on March 18, 2026, that it will distribute approximately $2.2 billion to eligible creditors on March 31, 2026, marking the fourth round of reimbursements since February 2025 and bringing total payouts to about $10 billion.