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2025 is the "Year of Integration" for the Sui ecosystem—transitioning from parallel execution to sub-second finality, from decentralized storage to programmable access control, with various infrastructure components successively launching on the mainnet. Entering 2026, Sui is no longer satisfied with a single narrative as a Layer 1 blockchain and officially begins a comprehensive evolution towards Sui Stack (S2). This strategy is not merely a technical stack but a fundamental redefinition of the Web3 application development paradigm. Mysten Labs co-founder Adeniyi Abiodun defines S2 as a “Web3 Developer Operating System,” aiming to provide developers with a ready-to-use, unified development stack. Why must Sui complete this transformation in 2026? This article will delve into the technical logic, ecological significance, and future prospects behind it.
SUI Stack (S2) Vision and Strategic Evolution: From

At the intersection of the crypto world and artificial intelligence, the pace of narrative shifts often outstrips technological implementation. However, PIPPIN, launched by renowned AI researcher Yohei Nakajima, has achieved a leap from an experimental meme to an autonomous AI agent framework. This article will analyze PIPPIN from a Gate research perspective, delving into its technical foundation, tokenomics design, historical price logic, and future ecosystem prospects, exploring its unique positioning and core value in the "AI + Crypto" track.
PIPPIN's Origins and Milestones: Why did an "amateur experiment" ignite the market?
To understand the value of the PIPPIN token, one must trace its extraordinary origins and the wave of the times it tapped into. Unlike most projects that have tokens before establishing a narrative, PIPPIN was born in the AI realm

As of February 26, 2026, the global crypto market is facing a rare phenomenon since 2022: the total supply of stablecoins continues to shrink. As the "underlying liquidity fuel" of the entire crypto ecosystem, changes in the market capitalization of stablecoins directly relate to market purchasing power and capital activity.
According to on-chain data, the market cap of the world's largest stablecoin USDT has fallen to $183.61 billion this month, continuing the downward trend from its all-time high of $186.84 billion in January, marking the second consecutive month of contraction. Meanwhile, another major stablecoin, USDC, has slightly rebounded from its low of $70 billion at the beginning of the year to about $75 billion, but overall growth momentum has also stalled. The combined market cap of the two major stablecoins hovers around $260 billion, indicating that the willingness for new funds to enter has hit a freezing point.
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South Korea plans to revise relevant laws to mandatorily require crypto content creators to disclose their holdings of cryptocurrencies and stocks, as well as the compensation they receive. The aim is to address information asymmetry and conflicts of interest, and to protect investors. If the bill passes, it will promote the compliance of KOL business models, affecting their content creation and investor decisions.

The "Bitcoin Queen" Qian Zhimin money laundering case will hold a hearing in July 2026, involving the distribution of assets totaling 61,000 Bitcoins. Chinese victims must submit relevant financial documents by June 18, 2026. The outcome of the hearing will determine whether victims can recover asset appreciation, sparking legal debates over applicable laws and affecting the compliance and judicial cooperation of the entire crypto industry.

The Hong Kong SAR government announced the issuance of a fiat-backed stablecoin license and submitted the draft Digital Asset Policy Regulations, marking a key milestone in the digital asset regulatory framework. Future compliance requirements will be high, potentially filtering out small innovators, promoting market professionalism and liquidity enhancement, while also facing increased compliance costs and the risk of capital outflows.

Late February 2026, the address activity of Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin once again became a focal point in the crypto community. According to on-chain data analysis platform Onchain Lens and monitoring data from Lookonchain, the total amount of ETH sold from addresses associated with Vitalik has exceeded the planned amount announced in January of this year.
As of February 26, data shows that Vitalik has sold a total of 16,420 ETH. Based on an average transaction price of approximately $2,000, the total value is about $32.84 million, slightly exceeding the originally planned sale of 16,384 ETH. This activity is widely believed to be related to his previously announced personal fund allocation plan, aimed at long-term support for privacy protection, open-source hardware, and security in the Ethereum ecosystem.

The crypto market is focused on on-chain detective ZachXBT's upcoming insider trading investigation report, signaling that a dramatic event is about to be revealed. The trading volume on the prediction market Polymarket is approaching $29 million, with increased betting around the Axiom and Meteora projects. Public discussion has centered on the nature of market information aggregation and leaks. The final outcome will impact the reputation of the projects and market confidence, and will test the effectiveness of prediction markets.

Gate DEX Launches "Gas-Free Spring Month" Special Program, allowing users to enjoy multi-dimensional gas-free benefits and experience 0 Gas transactions. The event includes gas-free benefits for new users, advanced benefits for existing users, and gas-free benefits for first-time deposits. The event runs from February 26, 2026, to March 26, 2026. Detailed rules and participation methods have been announced.

On February 25, 2026, the Ethereum ecosystem welcomed a highly significant technical blueprint. The Ethereum Foundation (EF) protocol team officially released a draft roadmap called "Strawmap." The name, a combination of "strawman" and "roadmap," sets a humble and open tone from the start: it is not a top-down "official order," but a "targeted document" intended to spark in-depth discussion and coordination.
Strawmap for the first time extends the upgrade perspective of the Ethereum L1 protocol to the end of 2029, planning approximately seven forks at six-month intervals. It is not only a technical blueprint but also an in-depth exploration of Ethereum governance philosophy, technological limits, and ecological landscape. Against the backdrop of recent significant fluctuations in ETH price, as of

Hut 8 recorded a net loss of $248 million in 2025, but its stock price rose due to the signing of a $7 billion AI infrastructure contract. This indicates that the company is transitioning from Bitcoin mining to AI infrastructure development, with a significant change in revenue structure. Despite facing execution risks and funding pressures, the market remains confident in its long-term prospects. This case may encourage more mining companies to pivot into the AI sector.

February 26, 2026, on-chain data monitoring agency Onchain Lens revealed that the sale plan of 16,384 ETH associated with Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has been 94% completed, with remaining sell pressure less than ten million dollars. This transparent asset restructuring, which began at the start of the year, has not only attracted market attention but also become an important sample for observing the behavior of key figures in the crypto industry and the market's absorption capacity. This article will analyze from multiple dimensions including on-chain data, public opinion divergence, and industry impact, to restore the full picture of the event and speculate on subsequent developments.
A near-final "transparent sell-off": Vitalik's on-chain commitment is about to be fulfilled
On February 26, 2026, the crypto market once again focused on Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin's associated address. According to on-chain data

In February 2026, news that Stripe might acquire PayPal has attracted market attention. Mizuho Bank analysts believe that what Stripe is interested in is the user brand network of PayPal and Venmo. The deal will help Stripe expand its consumer brand and infrastructure but faces integration challenges and regulatory risks. This could influence the development direction of the payment industry, highlighting the importance of consumer perception.

In February 2026, Chicago-based crypto liquidity provider BlockFills suspended customer deposits and withdrawals after losing $75 million on lending operations, and the CEO resigned, sparking market concerns about the fragility of crypto liquidity companies. The event could lead to liquidity tightening, higher borrowing costs, and increased regulation, reflecting structural risks in the crypto credit market.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) recently released a report stating that the U.S. inflation rate will not return to the long-term target of 2% until 2027, which will delay accommodative monetary policy. The report emphasizes that the U.S. faces a structural dilemma of deficit-driven growth, and the market needs to adapt to a high-interest-rate environment. The crypto industry will also be affected by valuation pressures.

On February 25, 2026, stablecoin issuer Tether announced a strategic investment in the internet marketplace platform Whop. This news has sparked widespread attention in the crypto industry: when the world's largest stablecoin issuer encounters a digital marketplace connecting over 18 million creators and users, what kind of sparks will fly? This is not only a capital partnership but also a deep integration of payment infrastructure—Whop will incorporate Tether's wallet development toolkit, WDK, enabling platform users to settle transactions using USDT. This article will analyze the data logic behind this investment, review market perspectives, and explore its potential impact on the global creator economy and stablecoin payment landscape through various scenarios.
Tether's Investment in Whop Event Overview: A $3 Billion Payment Experiment

On February 25, 2026, the crypto market experienced a strong rebound, with Bitcoin price approaching $70,000, an increase of 4.27%. This rebound was triggered by widespread speculation about sell pressure manipulation following the lawsuit against Jane Street, ending a three-day losing streak. Market sentiment was clearly divided, with some believing the lawsuit has changed the market manipulation landscape, while others remained cautious. The future market direction will depend on evidence and regulatory developments, and investors should stay rational and manage risks.

On February 25, 2026, the prediction market platform Kalshi, regulated by the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission, announced two insider trading enforcement cases. This is the platform's first public disclosure of an enforcement investigation result. The most controversial case involves Artem Kaptur, an editor on the team of well-known YouTuber MrBeast (real name James Donaldson). Kalshi accused Kaptur of using non-public video content information obtained through his position during August to September 2025 to trade on the platform's prediction market regarding MrBeast video content, involving approximately $4,000. His "near-perfect trading success rate" triggered alerts from the platform's monitoring system and users. Kalshi ultimately fined him $20,397.58.

Motorverse and Turbo Token have partnered to explore joint marketing and community incentives. The two parties will conduct token swaps, with FuturePlay providing liquidity support, while also launching design contests and meme creation competitions to promote community engagement and increase interaction and activity. This collaboration not only creates community application scenarios but also transforms Turbo Token's social advantages into actual participation, aiming to achieve continuous content circulation and user growth.

Portal is a trustless cross-chain transaction architecture designed to facilitate value transfer between blockchains through atomic swaps and Hash Time-Locked Contracts (HTLCs), allowing users to independently control their assets. Its flagship implementation is Portal Network, which combines liquidity management and validator support to reduce reliance on intermediaries and enhance transaction efficiency and security. Additionally, the PTB token is used within the network for incentives and governance. Although Portal offers innovative solutions, it still faces risks such as liquidity issues and market volatility.