Macro Trends

Macro trends refer to long-term directions or patterns that influence a wide area, such as the global stage, a nation, an entire industry, or a market. These trends often encompass a blend of changes in various sectors including the economy, politics, society, and technology. They play a crucial role in shaping the decisions of individuals, businesses, and policymakers.

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Gate Research: Hyperliquid Faces Manipulation Attack, Wyoming Launches First U.S. State-Issued Stablecoin WYST
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Gate Research: Hyperliquid Faces Manipulation Attack, Wyoming Launches First U.S. State-Issued Stablecoin WYST

Gate Research Weekly Report: This week, BTC price showed an upward trend this week, reaching a high of $88,757. Hyperliquid faced a manipulation attack, intensifying trust concerns. Wyoming plans to launch its WYST stablecoin in July. Ethereum developers drafted EIP-7917 proposal. Aave lending rates dropped to 4% amid rising market caution. Berachain's TVL exceeded $3.4 billion, with Infrared emerging as a key growth driver. DeFi protocol Abracadabra suffered a $13 million exploit.
3/28/2025, 3:46:00 AM
Gate Research: Gate Wallet Now Supports Berachain; Tokenized U.S. Treasury Market Value Exceeds $5 Billion
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Gate Research: Gate Wallet Now Supports Berachain; Tokenized U.S. Treasury Market Value Exceeds $5 Billion

Gate Research Daily Report: Bitcoin rose by 0.71% to $87,393, while Ethereum dipped slightly by 0.06% to $2,055. The market cap of tokenized U.S. Treasury bonds surpassed $5 billion for the first time. PumpSwap's daily trading volume exceeded $450 million. USDC's market cap reached a record high of $60 billion. Gate Wallet now added support for Berachain. BlackRock launched the iShares Bitcoin ETP in Europe. Asia Web3 Alliance Japan proposed a U.S.-Japan collaboration to advance the tokenized economy and Web3 innovation.
3/26/2025, 1:27:15 PM
Gate Research: ETH Supply on CEXs Hits 9-Year Low; Oklahoma Proposes Adding Bitcoin to State Reserves
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Gate Research: ETH Supply on CEXs Hits 9-Year Low; Oklahoma Proposes Adding Bitcoin to State Reserves

Bitcoin price fell by 0.11% to $86,535, while Ethereum rose by 1.48% to $2,046. ETH holdings on centralized exchanges dropped to 8.97 million, marking a 9-year low. Berachain officially launched its PoL (Proof of Liquidity) system, aiming to drive decentralized governance through liquidity. The Oklahoma House of Representatives passed a bill proposing to include Bitcoin in public fund reserves. The supply of Ethena's stablecoin USDtb exceeded $1 billion. Nillion Alpha launched its mainnet, pushing forward the development of Web3 privacy computing infrastructure.
3/25/2025, 1:34:58 PM
Gate Research: The Ripple Effect of Hacker Attacks: How Incidents from Mt. Gox to Bybit Shaped the Crypto Market
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Gate Research: The Ripple Effect of Hacker Attacks: How Incidents from Mt. Gox to Bybit Shaped the Crypto Market

This research delves into the current state of hacking attacks and presents a detailed analysis of their multifaceted impact on the crypto market, based on several major cryptocurrency hacking incidents. The analysis examines both direct and indirect effects, including market volatility and changes in investor behavior. The research highlights potential risks that the crypto market faces and explores possible strategies for mitigating these risks in the future.
3/25/2025, 6:51:49 AM
10 women who said no to Silicon Valley and yes to crypto
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10 women who said no to Silicon Valley and yes to crypto

In the traditional tech industry, women face numerous challenges. However, these ten outstanding women chose to leave Silicon Valley and venture into the world of cryptocurrency and blockchain, carving out a space of their own. Their stories reflect courage, innovation, and a steadfast belief in the future of finance, inspiring more women to participate in this transformative industry.
3/25/2025, 2:46:49 AM
Crypto’s New Reality: From Wild West to Wall Street
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Crypto’s New Reality: From Wild West to Wall Street

This article explores the evolution of the crypto market through vivid metaphors and rich case studies. It includes Bitcoin and Ethereum's "corporatization," the influx of institutional capital, the rise of stablecoins, and the shift of developers toward AI.
3/25/2025, 2:21:29 AM
From “King of Altcoins” to “Institutional Playground”? Can the Pectra Upgrade Reshape Ethereum’s Ecosystem?
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From “King of Altcoins” to “Institutional Playground”? Can the Pectra Upgrade Reshape Ethereum’s Ecosystem?

The Pectra hard fork marks a major milestone in Ethereum’s evolution, aimed at improving ETH staking, boosting Layer 2 (L2) scalability, and expanding network capacity by introducing 11 Ethereum Improvement Proposals (EIPs).
3/25/2025, 1:53:20 AM
Gate Research: IMF Includes Bitcoin in Capital Account Assets; RWA Protocol TVL Surpasses $10 Billion
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Gate Research: IMF Includes Bitcoin in Capital Account Assets; RWA Protocol TVL Surpasses $10 Billion

Gate Research Daily Report: On March 24, Bitcoin rose 1.97% to $86,806, while Ethereum increased 1.68% to $2,036. Ethereum's daily burn volume dropped to just 53.07 ETH, marking an all-time low. PancakeSwap ranked first among DEXs by weekly trading volume, with a week-over-week increase of over 40%. The TVL in RWA protocols surpassed $10 billion. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) officially defined crypto asset classifications, placing Bitcoin under the capital account category. Meanwhile, Plume token launched on Solana, driving cross-chain liquidity for RWA assets.
3/24/2025, 1:30:50 PM
Gate Research: Ethereum Supply on CEX Drops to Lowest Level Since 2015; Pump.fun Launches Native DEX 'PumpSwap'
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Gate Research: Ethereum Supply on CEX Drops to Lowest Level Since 2015; Pump.fun Launches Native DEX 'PumpSwap'

Gate Research Daily Report: On March 21, Gate Research reported that Bitcoin fell 1.62% to $84,621, while Ethereum dropped 2.67% to $1,982. Bitcoin's short-term circulating supply plummeted over 50%, with daily exchange inflows down 54% as well. Meanwhile, Ethereum's balance on centralized exchanges has dropped to 8.97 million ETH. In macro news, Tether has emerged as one of the top seven holders of U.S. Treasury bonds, overtaking both Hong Kong and Canada. On the product side, Pump.fun launched its native decentralized exchange, PumpSwap. The U.S. SEC also clarified its stance on Proof-of-Work (PoW) mining, confirming that such activities do not involve the issuance of securities. In the Middle East, the Dubai Land Department has kicked off a real estate tokenization initiative.
3/21/2025, 12:42:12 PM
Gate Research: Web3 Policy and Macro Report (March 14 - 20, 2025)
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Gate Research: Web3 Policy and Macro Report (March 14 - 20, 2025)

This report provides a comprehensive analysis of key developments in the cryptocurrency market and macroeconomic landscape. On March 14, the University of Michigan's consumer expectations for March fell well below forecasts, while 5–10 year inflation expectations hit their highest level since 1993. On March 17, the U.S. Census Bureau released February retail sales data, showing a 0.2% increase from January, slightly below the market expectation of 0.6%. On the same day, a poll revealed that U.S. voters largely oppose the establishment of a strategic cryptocurrency reserve, with fiscal priorities remaining focused on public welfare. Meanwhile, Argentina officially implemented new VASP regulations to strengthen compliance and market stability. On March 18, Canary Capital filed for a SUI spot ETF, signaling growing institutional interest in the Sui ecosystem. On March 19, the U.S. Federal Reserve (Fed) announced its decision to keep the federal funds rate within the target range of 4.25%–4.5%. On March 20, the U
3/21/2025, 10:22:02 AM
Is the Collapse of Cryptocurrencies and Cyber Religions Underway?
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Is the Collapse of Cryptocurrencies and Cyber Religions Underway?

Blockchain and cryptocurrency have the power to change the world. With curiosity about new technological innovations, staying in the crypto space will lead to opportunities and rewards. Explore the rise and decline of trends in the crypto world, from NFTs and Metaverse to DAOs, and how they shaped the golden age of Web3.
3/21/2025, 8:07:47 AM
Breaking Down DragonFly’s 2025 Airdrop Report: The Crypto Airdrop Market and America’s Unclaimed Share
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Breaking Down DragonFly’s 2025 Airdrop Report: The Crypto Airdrop Market and America’s Unclaimed Share

Shifts in U.S. policy are not only reshaping the airdrop landscape but also setting a precedent for innovation worldwide. In response to this evolving environment, the prominent venture capital firm Dragonfly has published the 2025 Airdrop Status Report, offering data-driven insights into how U.S. regulations are influencing airdrops and the broader crypto economy.
3/21/2025, 5:35:59 AM
Bitcoin: The Ultimate Safe Haven for Long-Term Investors?
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Bitcoin: The Ultimate Safe Haven for Long-Term Investors?

Even when Bitcoin hit a historical low of $78,000, 330,000 new Bitcoin addresses were created that day. Clearly, behind this contradiction, there must be an unknown secret. You made the right decision by not selling Bitcoin to buy gold, and today I will tell you the real reason behind it.
3/21/2025, 3:51:31 AM
Gate Research: Stablecoin Market Cap Hits $230B ATH; Ethereum to Activate Pectra Testnet
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Gate Research: Stablecoin Market Cap Hits $230B ATH; Ethereum to Activate Pectra Testnet

Gate Research Weekly Review & Outlook: This week, BTC price rebounded to a high of approximately $87,500, while ETH surged to around $2,050. The Ethereum Foundation plans to activate the Pectra upgrade on the Hoodi testnet on March 26. XRP's fully diluted valuation (FDV) surpassed $25 billion, overtaking ETH's FDV. Over the past month, Bitcoin long-term holders accumulated more than 182,000 BTC, valued at nearly $15 billion. The stablecoin market cap reached a new all-time high, with the Tether Treasury minting an additional 1 billion USDT on the Tron network. Meanwhile, Jupiter's revenue fell below $6 million last week, marking its lowest weekly revenue since 2025.
3/20/2025, 4:38:04 PM
Interpreting DragonFly’s 2025 Airdrop Report: The Crypto Airdrop Cake the U.S. Has Yet to Taste
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Interpreting DragonFly’s 2025 Airdrop Report: The Crypto Airdrop Cake the U.S. Has Yet to Taste

This article provides an in-depth analysis of the 2025 airdrop report released by DragonFly, revealing that U.S. users missed approximately $1.84 billion to $2.64 billion in airdrop revenue due to geo-blocking policies, as well as the resulting tax losses and the impact of the relocation of crypto projects.
3/20/2025, 9:30:09 AM

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