#Gate13thAnniversary Gate.io Celebrates 13th Anniversary: Unveiling "Your Gateway to iWeb3" as the Exchange Evolves into an AI-Powered Financial Ecosystem

PANAMA CITY, April 16, 2026 – Gate.io, a top-tier global cryptocurrency exchange and a veteran in the digital asset space, today officially kicks off its 13th Anniversary celebrations. Marking thirteen years of uninterrupted operation since its founding in 2013, the platform commemorates this milestone with the theme "Your Gateway to iWeb3," signaling a strategic evolution from a pure crypto exchange into an AI-converged Web3 financial ecosystem .

With a track record of surviving multiple market cycles, Gate.io celebrates this "coming of age" by reinforcing its infrastructure-driven strategy and unveiling a month-long global celebration featuring a million-dollar prize pool and high-profile industry events .

13 Years of Resilience and Growth

What started as a small team discussing blockchain's potential on a cold winter day has grown into a global powerhouse serving over 50 million registered users worldwide . In an industry where longevity is the ultimate measure of trust, Gate.io has maintained continuous operations for 13 years, navigating volatility, regulatory shifts, and technological upheavals .

Key Milestones & Metrics:

· User Base: 50M+ globally
· Monthly Spot Volume: $74 Billion (11% MoM growth)
· Asset Security: 125% reserve ratio with $9.48B total reserves, ranking 4th globally in transparency
· Supported Assets: Over 4,500 digital assets
· On-Chain Footprint: Gate Layer exceeds 100M on-chain addresses; Gate Perp DEX surpasses 1M monthly transactions

Strategic Vision: From Builder to Industrial Architect

In an open letter released for the anniversary, Dr. Han, Founder and CEO of Gate.io, articulated a major strategic pivot. He noted that the crypto industry is shifting from being "narrative-driven" to "infrastructure-driven," where competition is no longer about product scale but systemic capability .

"Our role is transitioning from a builder to an industrial architect," Dr. Han stated. "We are no longer limited to facilitating trading services. We are building connections between users and assets, liquidity and innovation, and opportunities across markets."

This vision is embodied in the "iWeb3" initiative, a three-pronged strategy integrating Artificial Intelligence, Traditional Finance (TradFi), and Decentralized Finance (DeFi) .

· AI-Powered Intelligence: The launch of GateAI for real-time market analysis, GateClaw for automated liquidity management, and GateRouter for seamless access to major AI models .
· TradFi Integration (Multi-Asset): Gate.io is breaking the crypto-only mold by offering tokenized versions of traditional assets, including stocks, commodities (gold), forex, and indices, allowing users to manage diverse portfolios within a single platform .
· Compliance First: The platform has strengthened its global standing by operating licensed or registered entities in Malta, Cyprus, the Bahamas, Japan, the US, Australia, and Dubai .

The 13th Anniversary Global Celebration

To thank its global community, Gate.io has launched one of its largest engagement campaigns to date, running through April 2026.

1. Early Bird Boarding Program (Gamified Rewards)
Running until April 17, this interactive campaign allows users to participate in daily quizzes to earn "boarding tickets." Top 50 leaderboard performers receive cabin upgrades, significantly boosting their chances to win luxury prizes such as 1-gram gold tickets, limited-edition Red Bull Racing car models, and exclusive anniversary gift packs. Collecting all "13 Time Capsules" unlocks a mysterious ultimate grand prize .

2. WCTC S8 Global Trading Competition
To celebrate the anniversary, the World Cup Trading Championship (WCTC) Season 8 returns with an $8 million prize pool. Running for 28 days starting April 23, the competition introduces new 1v1 PK formats and, notably, includes TradFi trading volume in its statistics for the first time .

3. Global Industry Events & Gala
Gate.io is making a significant real-world footprint. The platform is a key participant at Paris Blockchain Week and the Hong Kong Web3 Carnival. The celebrations will culminate in the "GATE GALA 13" anniversary dinner at the Rosewood Hotel in Hong Kong on April 20, featuring the unveiling of the Oracle Red Bull Racing F1 show car, highlighting Gate.io's top-tier sports partnerships .

Looking Ahead: The Next Phase

As Gate.io enters its 13th year, Dr. Han emphasized that the platform is not merely continuing its operations but redefining its role in the financial world. By converging CeFi security with DeFi innovation and AI efficiency, Gate.io aims to become an indispensable infrastructure layer for the global digital economy .

"We have seen expansion and contraction, uncertainty and rebuilding," Dr. Han reflected. "For us, the thirteenth year is not merely a continuation. It feels more like a new phase."

About Gate.io
Founded in 2013, Gate.io is one of the world's oldest and most compliant cryptocurrency exchanges. Committed to a mission of "Gate to the Future," the platform provides access to thousands of digital assets, robust security via Proof of Reserves, and innovative Web3 products.