In December 2024, the Web3 crypto industry was significantly influenced by a combination of policy updates, economic reports, and market activity. U.S. economic data releases, Hong Kong's legislative process regarding stablecoins, the decline in U.S. consumer confidence, and the implementation of the EU's MiCA regulation collectively shaped the industry’s policy landscape and influenced market expectations. The implementation of MiCA is of particular significance, marking a significant step forward for the EU in crypto-asset regulation. By providing clear rules and expectations for the market while imposing higher compliance requirements on industry participants, MiCA is expected to contribute to enhanced market stability, increased credibility, and promote healthy development within the Web3 crypto space in the long term.

After eight weeks of consecutive green candles, the crypto market finally saw some retracement. But, I'm more bullish on BTC than ever, even though we’re literally in a price discovery zone. The premise is simple, Bitcoin as an asset class is now properly entering the TradFi (3,3) system.

Through the "Three Ponzi Problem," the author analyzes the application of Ponzi economic mechanisms in financial systems such as cryptocurrency. The author divides the Ponzi mechanism into three types: Dividend Plate, Mutual Aid Plate, and Splitting Plate. Each type has its unique design and collapse conditions. The author's overall perspective is that Ponzi mechanisms are ubiquitous, and Ponzi economics driven by human nature forms the core of current cryptocurrency innovation.

Crypto liquidity pools are the backbone of DeFi trading, but fake liquidity pools exploit fraudulent tactics to deceive investors. This article explores how to avoid scams by conducting due diligence, checking token distribution, and verifying locked liquidity, while also highlighting the increasing global regulatory focus on DeFi.

In 2024, the crypto AI market experienced an unprecedented surge in investments, with top venture capital firms in the crypto industry—such as Grayscale, Coinbase Ventures, Binance Labs, and a16z—actively involved in “Crypto+AI” projects. This article will systematically review the 2024 investment strategies of top crypto VCs in the Crypto+AI space, along with the fundamentals of the projects they invested in.

As technology evolves and market demand grows, clipper bots have developed into various types to adapt to different trading environments and strategy needs. This article specifically analyzes the working principles, implementation methods, key factors, and optimization directions of sandwich clipper bots, including trading speed, gas fees, market liquidity, and more.

This cryptocurrency investment guide by the founder of FMG shares key bull market principles as Bitcoin reaches the historic $100,000 milestone. The article explores how emotional management drives investment success and details the scientific approach to portfolio construction, covering strategies and risk controls for core, growth, and speculative assets. With robot trading now dampening market volatility, investors must maintain clarity, choose investments wisely, and follow strict risk management protocols to secure long-term stable returns.

Mining typically demands substantial computational power and energy consumption, whereas staking involves locking cryptocurrency holdings to support network operations. Understanding the nuances between these two approaches is crucial for individuals aiming to optimize their participation in the crypto space. This article explains the dynamics of crypto mining and staking, examining the associated skills, resources, strategies, and risks.

This article explores the convergence of cryptocurrency and AI through five key categories: AI-themed meme tokens, social media AI agents, decentralized GPU networks, AI ecosystem marketplaces/agent platforms, and AI decentralized operating systems. Based on personal investment experience, the author examines each category's unique features, growth potential, and investment approaches. Special attention is given to real-world applications of projects like IO.NET and 0g Lab, alongside valuable perspectives on data privacy and AI governance. The piece offers a comprehensive analysis that seamlessly blends technical insights with hands-on experience.

Puffer Finance's UniFi solution aims to address Ethereum's fragmentation issues and improve network efficiency. This article analyzes how UniFi's Rollup Stack and Preconfirmation AVS enable seamless interoperability between L2<>L2 and L2<>L1 transactions, and their impact on the Ethereum ecosystem.

This article provides an in-depth analysis of the innovative applications of zero-knowledge proof technology in the blockchain field, detailing the zkVM implementation based on the RISC-V architecture by RISC Zero, as well as its development of a series of open-source tools and products, such as Zeth, Kailua, and Bonsai. These tools play a crucial role in enhancing blockchain verification performance, reducing costs, and promoting the Ethereum ZK upgrade. As zkVM technology continues to optimize, its development potential will gradually be realized across various application scenarios. However, to fully unlock this potential, ecosystem collaboration and the practical performance of technology implementation will remain key.

AI Agents are poised to bring innovation and growth to the crypto space. This article explores key trends, including the evolution of text-based to multimodal AI Agents, the rise of autonomous trading agents like AIXBT, and the potential of swarm intelligence. It also examines the economic models driving token value capture and the future development of Crypto+AI frameworks.

This article analyzes the concept of Bitcoin Strategic Reserves (SBR) and explores its potential impact on the U.S. economy and monetary policy. It provides a detailed discussion on the political feasibility of an SBR policy, its effects on the status of the U.S. dollar, and public acceptance, offering a multi-faceted analysis of the SBR policy.

This article provides a detailed analysis of Fantom's transition to Sonic Labs, examining its major transformations in 2024, including the foundation's renaming, mainnet upgrade, and token swaps. It thoroughly discusses the performance advantages of the Sonic blockchain, its tokenomics design, and the challenges and opportunities it faces in the fiercely competitive public blockchain market.

Gate Research Daily Report: BTC dropped by 1.35%, and the double-bottom support level remains under test. ETH fell by 2.36%, with market sentiment staying cautious and showing no signs of a breakout. In 2024, total crypto venture capital reached $13.7 billion, marking a 28% year-on-year increase, reflecting strong confidence from the capital markets in the industry. DEX trading volume hit a historic high, highlighting the strong vitality of the decentralized ecosystem. The estimated storage value of Bitcoin has reached $1.03 trillion, reflecting an 85% increase this year. The Hyper mainnet staking function has been launched, offering users more opportunities to participate and earn. The industry is experiencing both innovation and market momentum, and its future outlook remains promising.