Blockchain

The cryptocurrency industry is experiencing an unprecedented security crisis, marked by frequent and devastating hacker attacks that have eroded trust in the industry. This article examines recent high-profile hacking incidents, such as the $1.46 billion theft from Bybit, along with historical cases, to uncover the various factors driving these attacks, including technical flaws, human vulnerabilities, economic incentives, and regulatory gaps.

The article analyzes how OpenSea rose in the NFT market by focusing on its core business and streamlining operations, as well as its ups and downs amid market competition. With the rise of competitors like Blur, OpenSea's market share has been significantly eroded. Its decision to issue a token is seen as an attempt to save itself and reclaim its market position.

Nimiq is a browser-based blockchain designed for fast, low-fee, and eco-friendly transactions, enabling peer-to-peer payments without intermediaries.

This article explores OP_VAULT, a Bitcoin feature designed to enhance security by safeguarding funds from loss or unauthorized access. As Bitcoin adoption grows, OP_VAULT introduces "covenants," which let users establish predetermined guidelines for how their cryptocurrency can be used. This feature adds both security and flexibility for protecting digital assets.

Minswap is a decentralized exchange built on the Cardano blockchain, designed for swapping tokens in a non-custodial and permissionless manner.

Hyperliquid is a decentralized blockchain platform enabling efficient trading, perpetual contracts, and developer-friendly tools for innovation.

The launch of the $TRUMP token triggered an unprecedented meme coin frenzy, driving the token price to soar before rapidly falling back, trapping retail investors in a speculative pit. This article outlines the full timeline of the $TRUMP token and explores the risk warnings for ordinary investors, as well as the impact of this political and financial frenzy on the crypto industry.

By enabling on-demand streaming data, leveraging Ethereum's security, and incorporating dynamic economic models, RedStone transforms the trust transmission model of on-chain data with its modular oracle architecture and EigenLayer restaking technology. It also enables smart contracts to gain sub-second real-time perception, advancing decentralized finance from "code automation" to "economic autonomy."

Gate.io Pilot stands out as an innovative trading platform that bridges the gap between decentralized and centralized exchanges. By leveraging quick project screening and efficient listing processes, it opens up accessible trading opportunities for investors while helping promising projects gain valuable market exposure. In this analysis, we'll explore the platform's features and examine Gate.io's strategic approach to identifying promising on-chain opportunities.

This article explores the paradigm shift in crypto token economics, analyzing the transition from VC-driven models to community consensus approaches. It examines the limitations of traditional token distribution methods, Memecoin market dynamics, and the emergence of dual-drive models that combine VC backing with community ownership for sustainable growth in the digital asset ecosystem.

In 2025, with the positive shift in U.S. policies (including President Trump's support for the crypto industry), the launch of the Bitcoin ETF, and interest rate cuts by major economies, the crypto asset market is expected to continue its strong growth. This article explores how Bitcoin's perception is changing, the improvement of market conditions, and the advancement of tokenization technologies, all of which will create new growth opportunities for digital assets.

MON Protocol is a decentralized platform for blockchain gaming, backed by top chains, using MON token for its ecosystem and Pixelmon games.

Gate Research (February 22-27, 2025): On February 21, Gate.io Launchpool introduced Rivalz Network (RIZ). The same day, Bybit experienced a major security breach with approximately $1.5 billion in ETH stolen. On February 24, Infini faced abnormal fund transfers due to internal operational errors, but fully compensated users to protect their assets. On February 25, Ethereum's Pectra upgrade hit roadblocks on the Holesky testnet, failing to reach final confirmation, which could potentially delay mainnet deployment. On February 26, the SEC officially ended its investigation into Uniswap. Also on February 26, Ondo Finance announced its integration with the Mastercard network.

There are many DePIN projects in the market, and cloud computing is one of the most popular directions. Acurast has revolutionized the traditional cloud computing industry. It turns people's idle mobile phone computing power into individual nodes, forming a decentralized cloud computing platform that allows users to earn rewards while participating in computing tasks.

With breakthroughs in quantum computing, the security of cryptocurrencies is facing unprecedented challenges. Google's newly launched Willow quantum chip demonstrates quantum computing’s powerful potential. Many experts warn that it could shake the foundations of current encryption technologies and even threaten the survival of major cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin. This article will explore the development of quantum computing, its potential impact on cryptocurrencies, and how the market might respond to this technological revolution.