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Altcoin is one of the most dynamic and controversial sectors in the crypto world. If you already know enough about mainstream coins such as BTC and ETH, you might as well step out of your comfort zone and take an exciting trip to the cutting edge of the crypto industry.

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Gate Research: Ethereum NFT Weekly Sales Reach $160M | Lending Platform Leverages World ID for Unsecured Crypto Loans
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Gate Research: Ethereum NFT Weekly Sales Reach $160M | Lending Platform Leverages World ID for Unsecured Crypto Loans

Gate Research Daily Report: On July 28, BTC fluctuated within the 117,000 to 120,000 USDT range, while ETH is currently in a short-term upward channel, with its price approaching the resistance zone around 3,900 USDT. Over the past seven days, Ethereum-based NFT sales totaled nearly $160 million, with CryptoPunks ranking first. Decentralized prover network Succinct has launched the Succinct Foundation, potentially in preparation for a token TGE. Meanwhile, lending platform Divine Research is using World ID to verify borrowers for issuing unsecured crypto loans.
2026-04-03 17:16:13
Gate Research: PayPal Launches ‘Pay with Crypto’ | CryptoPunks Trading Volume Hits New High in Nearly a Year
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Gate Research: PayPal Launches ‘Pay with Crypto’ | CryptoPunks Trading Volume Hits New High in Nearly a Year

Gate Research Daily Report: On July 29, BTC experienced a slight price decline of 0.91% over the past 24 hours, dropping from approximately $119,399.80 to $118,321.00, with active trading volume. ETH saw a price decrease of about 2.47% in the same period, falling from $3,875 to $3,779. Payment giant PayPal announced the launch of its “Pay with Crypto” feature, enabling merchants to accept instant conversions of cryptocurrencies and stablecoins to fiat, supporting transactions from various Web3 wallets, including MetaMask. Fintech giant FIS announced a partnership with stablecoin issuer Circle to provide USDC payment capabilities to U.S. financial institutions through FIS’s Money Movement Hub. The CryptoPunks NFT series recorded a trading volume exceeding $24.6 million last week, marking the highest since March 2024, with a 416% increase from the previous week.
2026-04-03 16:19:27
Gate Research: Korea Central Bank Sets Up Crypto Unit|eToro to Tokenize U.S. Stocks on Ethereum
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Gate Research: Korea Central Bank Sets Up Crypto Unit|eToro to Tokenize U.S. Stocks on Ethereum

Gate Research Daily Report: On July 30, BTC continued to consolidate sideways, while ETH showed relative strength with a mild upward move. Major altcoins saw mixed performance as the market maintained its pattern of sector rotation. The Bank of Korea established a virtual asset task force to support the institutionalization of Korean won stablecoin legislation. Meanwhile, eToro announced plans to launch tokenized U.S. stocks on Ethereum with 24/5 trading access, accelerating RWA integration. In the Linea ecosystem, DEX project Etherex will launch its native token REX on August 6, advancing liquidity infrastructure deployment.
2026-04-03 15:34:20
Gate Research: Market Trades Around Key Levels | Sui Upgrade Strengthens Protocol Layer Capabilities
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Gate Research: Market Trades Around Key Levels | Sui Upgrade Strengthens Protocol Layer Capabilities

Gate Research Daily Report: On March 30, the crypto market continued to trade in a range-bound consolidation, with BTC and ETH repeatedly fluctuating around key levels and no clear trend reversal. The Fear and Greed Index remains in extreme fear, and the market is still dominated by defensive positioning and short-term trading. On the market side, STIK, GF, and NKN ranked as the top three gainers among assets with market capitalizations above ten million dollars, with capital rotating structurally around sectors with clear narratives such as precious metals RWA and decentralized network infrastructure. At the industry level, Pharos and Circle are advancing the integration of USDC and CCTP into mainnet, pushing stablecoin settlement capabilities into the core design of public chains. Sui continues to improve protocol-level usability and security, while the launch of the TxFlow mainnet strengthens the trend toward integrated on-chain financial execution.
2026-04-03 14:51:51
Gate Research: BTC Returns to $68,000 | Wirex Expands Stablecoin Payments
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Gate Research: BTC Returns to $68,000 | Wirex Expands Stablecoin Payments

Gate Research: On March 31, the crypto market continued its recovery driven rebound, with BTC returning to the 68,000 range and ETH showing relative strength, while the overall market remains in a range bound phase and a trend reversal has yet to be confirmed. Market sentiment remains in extreme fear, with capital flowing back into major assets, while altcoins continue to rotate structurally, led by mid cap tokens such as ABT, G, and GOAT. On the industry side, stablecoin payments are accelerating their integration into real world consumption scenarios, banks are advancing pilot programs for onchain FX and cross border settlement, and multi custody and risk management frameworks continue to strengthen. Onchain financial infrastructure is increasingly moving toward real world adoption.
2026-04-03 14:09:40
Gate Research: Risk Asset Sentiment Rebounds | SAFFRONFI Surges Over 43% in 24h Rise %
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Gate Research: Risk Asset Sentiment Rebounds | SAFFRONFI Surges Over 43% in 24h Rise %

Gate Research Daily: On Apr. 1, BTC rebounded above $68,000 and entered a consolidation phase. ETH climbed back above $2,100, while GT held steady in a tight range near $6.59. Mid- and small-cap tokens remained active, with StakeStone, saffron.finance, and KernelDao leading in rise %. At the same time, Google's quantum computing breakthrough sparked renewed debate over Bitcoin's security. The stablecoin infrastructure sector attracted fresh investment attention, and the regulatory boundaries of the Clarity Act continued to be a major topic within the industry.
2026-04-03 13:31:32
Gate Research: ETH Shows Stronger Structure Than BTC|Drift Protocol Suffers Exploit
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Gate Research: ETH Shows Stronger Structure Than BTC|Drift Protocol Suffers Exploit

Gate Research Weekly Report: BTC surged to $69,305 over the past 24 hours before giving back gains and entering a weaker consolidation phase, while ETH continued to show stronger structure than BTC, rebounding to as high as $2,168 with upside momentum easing at elevated levels. The altcoin market remained structurally mixed, with about 51.02% of tokens posting gains, led by the DID and NFT trading sectors. Stablecoin market capitalization rose to $316.3 billion, up by $640 million over the past week, while Ethereum gas fees remained at low levels. The Drift Protocol exploit, confirmation of the BITA ticker, and approval for options on multi-crypto asset commodity trusts further increased market focus on security risks, yield-enhanced ETF products, and the institutionalization of crypto derivatives. In the coming seven days, HYPE, ENA, and OPN are set to unlock approximately $12.00 million, $19.16 million, and $5.52 million worth of tokens respectively, which may introduce short-term supply pressure.
2026-04-03 13:10:40
Gate Research:  CTSI Surges Over 80% in 24 Hours | Tether’s Reported $500 Billion Valuation Draws Market Attention
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Gate Research: CTSI Surges Over 80% in 24 Hours | Tether’s Reported $500 Billion Valuation Draws Market Attention

Gate Research Daily Report: On April 3, BTC consolidated above $66,000, ETH pulled back toward $2,050, and GT traded in a narrow range near $6.45. While the broader market remained weak, CTSI, BR, and SYN outperformed. Meanwhile, market attention focused on reports of Tether pursuing a $500 billion valuation, Telegram Wallet’s push into perpetual futures trading.
2026-04-03 12:52:15
Gate Research: Market Consolidation Continues | CTSI Surges Over 80% in 24 Hours
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Gate Research: Market Consolidation Continues | CTSI Surges Over 80% in 24 Hours

Gate Research Daily Report: On April 3, BTC consolidated above $66,000, ETH pulled back toward $2,050, and GT traded in a narrow range near $6.45. While the broader market remained weak, CTSI, BR, and SYN outperformed. Meanwhile, market attention focused on reports of Tether pursuing a $500 billion valuation, Telegram Wallet’s push into perpetual futures trading.
2026-04-03 12:50:58
A Meme Token's Record Presale
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A Meme Token's Record Presale

PAIN is a meme coin project incubated by Memeland, inspired by the "Hide the Pain Harold" Internet meme. The pre-sale raised 186,000 SOL within 48 hours, becoming one of the largest Meme coin pre-sales in history. This article explores the rise of PAIN, capital allocation strategies, and future development challenges.
2026-04-03 11:51:22
How to Track Crypto KOLs’ Wallet
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How to Track Crypto KOLs’ Wallet

This article explains how to find and monitor crypto influencers' (KOLs') wallet addresses. It demonstrates how to use tools like gmgn and chain.fm to look up addresses and analyze Twitter posts for transaction details. The guide shows how to use platforms like debot and gmgn to examine KOL trading patterns, success rates, and performance metrics. It also covers methods for organizing and tracking these addresses to receive real-time updates on KOL trading moves. These techniques provide valuable insights for crypto investors who want to understand and follow KOL trading activities.
2026-04-03 11:45:16
Understanding Sign: Building a Global Trust Layer with Four Core Products
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Understanding Sign: Building a Global Trust Layer with Four Core Products

Sign aims to become the global trust layer, enabling every user to sign everything on the blockchain. To achieve this, the team has introduced several tools and standards, beginning with EthSign, followed by TokenTable, SignPass, and Sign Protocol, as well as a full rebranding over the past few years.
2026-04-03 11:22:49
An Overview of Tokens Held by Top Market Makers
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An Overview of Tokens Held by Top Market Makers

An analysis of the world's leading blockchain market makers, including the background and token holdings of institutions such as Wintermute, Jump Crypto, and Amber Group. This covers major cryptocurrencies, stablecoins, and popular project tokens, providing an in-depth look at how they drive liquidity and development in the crypto market.
2026-04-03 11:18:16
Gate Research: Etherscan Launches On-Chain Address Credit Scoring Feature, Base Tops Net Revenue in Last 3 Months
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Gate Research: Etherscan Launches On-Chain Address Credit Scoring Feature, Base Tops Net Revenue in Last 3 Months

Gate Research Daily Report: In the past 24 hours, Bitcoin's price dropped by 1.05%, remaining within a stable consolidation range. Ethereum's price fell by 2.17%, showing a descending triangle pattern. Over the past 3 months, Base has had the highest net inflow. USDC's market capitalization has surpassed $56 billion, maintaining its position as the second-largest in the market. The number of new ENS domain names has been substantial, continuing to attract user registrations. Gate.com announced a multi-year partnership with the F1 Red Bull Racing team. Etherscan has launched an on-chain address credit score feature.
2026-04-03 11:13:12
Story Ecosystem Overview: A Detailed Breakdown of Six Key Sectors
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Story Ecosystem Overview: A Detailed Breakdown of Six Key Sectors

A thorough analysis of the six core sectors within the Story ecosystem, covering areas like AI/AIGC and DeFi/IPFi, and highlighting its innovative approaches in managing programmable intellectual property.
2026-04-03 11:11:29
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