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UXLINK: A New Chapter in Web3 Social Networking
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UXLINK: A New Chapter in Web3 Social Networking

UXLink stands out in the Web3 social networking sphere by focusing on acquaintances, diverging from previous Web3 social projects with its dedication to building genuine and meaningful connections in a decentralized setting.
3/11/2024, 11:56:09 PM
What is Sandwich Attack?
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What is Sandwich Attack?

A Sandwich Attack in the sphere of Decentralized Finance (DeFi) represents a sophisticated form of market manipulation on decentralized exchanges (DEXs). This type of attack leverages the fundamental principles of blockchain technology—such as transparency and immutability—to the attacker's advantage, often at the expense of regular users.
12/10/2023, 7:54:19 PM
Carry Trades‘ Impact on the Crypto Market
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Carry Trades‘ Impact on the Crypto Market

This article delves into the application of arbitrage trading in traditional finance and cryptocurrency markets, analyzing its impact on market liquidity and price discovery, as well as potential risks under market stress. It also discusses new trends in arbitrage trading within the cryptocurrency sphere, such as yield tokenization and decentralized liquidity, along with the challenges posed by anti-arbitrage mechanisms.
9/30/2024, 7:01:41 PM
OP_CAT: The Biggest Narrative After Lightning Network
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OP_CAT: The Biggest Narrative After Lightning Network

OP_CAT, an opcode in Bitcoin script, has recently ignited passionate debates within the Bitcoin community. This previously disabled feature is now slated for reactivation, heralded as a pivotal advancement for Bitcoin's smart contract capabilities and scalability. Numerous Lightning Network developers and influential figures in the Bitcoin sphere have thrown their weight behind OP_CAT. The opcode promises to streamline multi-signature operations, enable state contracts, and boost the efficiency of payment channel networks. As the BIP347 proposal gains momentum, OP_CAT stands poised to emerge as the Bitcoin ecosystem's next groundbreaking innovation, following in the footsteps of the Lightning Network.
9/30/2024, 6:53:07 PM
Overview of Web3 Payment Platforms
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Overview of Web3 Payment Platforms

Compared to traditional payment methods, Web3 payments offer unique advantages in areas like DeFi, NFT transactions, and cross-border remittances. As application scenarios expand, Web3 payment platforms are significantly lowering the barriers to crypto adoption while accelerating the adoption of stablecoins. The market size for Web3 payment financing is projected to grow to $5.3 trillion by 2030.
4/14/2025, 7:12:20 AM
Value Investing Is Dead, But MEME Lives Forever?
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Value Investing Is Dead, But MEME Lives Forever?

This article will explore the relationship between MEME and blockchain, as well as its impact on cryptocurrency culture.
4/16/2024, 2:09:51 PM
What is Merit Circle?
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What is Merit Circle?

Merit Circle is a game guild that exists in the form of a DAO. It has developed itself into a competitive gaming ecosystem through four verticals: investments, gaming, studios, and infrastructure. The utility and value of the Token MC are maximized within this ecosystem. To date, Merit Circle has over 40 portfolios and a DAO treasury close to $100M. Recently, it has also launched its own blockchain called Beam.
11/29/2023, 4:22:28 PM
Misconceptions in Cryptocurrency Applications: The Three Misunderstood Truths
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Misconceptions in Cryptocurrency Applications: The Three Misunderstood Truths

The article analyzes its early challenges, how to address practical pain points (such as human-machine recognition issues), and how to adapt to the "infrastructure reversal" phase, gradually enhancing the product's practicality and user experience.
6/17/2025, 9:31:39 AM
Japan's Interest Rate Hike: Surge in Yen Arbitrage Risks, Crypto Market Navigates Challenges
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Japan's Interest Rate Hike: Surge in Yen Arbitrage Risks, Crypto Market Navigates Challenges

Following Japan's interest rate hike on July 31st, the borrowing costs of the yen surged, significantly increasing the risks associated with yen arbitrage. To settle debts, yen arbitrageurs engaged in massive sell-offs of dollar assets, compounded by geopolitical risks, soft U.S. economic data, and other macro factors, resulting in a drastic drop in cryptocurrency prices on August 5th, leading to a substantial market crash.
8/14/2024, 1:31:04 AM
Gate Research: Trump Family Ventures into Ethereum Ecosystem, Aave Protocol Achieves Record-High TVL
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Gate Research: Trump Family Ventures into Ethereum Ecosystem, Aave Protocol Achieves Record-High TVL

Gate Research Daily Report: On December 13, BTC experienced a 1.10% decline over 24 hours, reaching a peak price of $102,503 and currently trading at $99,994. Altcoin sectors such as RWA (Real World Assets), Oracle, and Lending/Borrowing Protocols saw gains of 18.3%, 17.6%, and 10.7%, respectively. U.S. Producer Price Index (PPI) and initial jobless claims data exceeded expectations, raising the probability of a 25-basis-point rate cut in December to 96.7%. Grayscale has launched trust funds for Optimism and Lido. A Republican representative from Texas has introduced a bill to establish a strategic Bitcoin reserve. The Trump family's cryptocurrency initiative has intensified its focus on DeFi, increasing holdings in ETH, AAVE, and LINK. The Avalanche Foundation announced it has raised $250 million through a private token sale to support its blockchain platform.
12/13/2024, 4:30:20 PM
Stablecoins and the Collapse of the Legacy Payment Model
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Stablecoins and the Collapse of the Legacy Payment Model

This in-depth analysis explores why stablecoins have the potential to give rise to the first fintech giant with a trillion-dollar market capitalization. The article reviews the evolution of modern payment systems, pointing out that stablecoins are not merely a supplement to existing payment frameworks but a pivotal technology for reconstructing payment infrastructure. They can eliminate the traditional multi-layered intermediary structures, achieve end-to-end on-chain settlement for payments, enable atomic clearing, and incorporate programmable financial logic—ultimately reshaping the global pathways for financial value circulation.
6/20/2025, 3:07:26 AM
The Legal and Market Dynamics of Meme Coins
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The Legal and Market Dynamics of Meme Coins

Musk's support for Dogecoin has attracted attention. Meme coins are popular on Solana and Ethereum platforms but may be deemed securities. Despite being called 'community-driven,' those meme coins are still controlled by a small group of people. Decentralization may be achieved in the future. Advertising campaigns may lead to Meme coins being deemed securities; Coin Center questions its community-driven argument. Researchers track three key indicators of Meme coins and believe that when the number of holders reaches 3000, the project begins to attract attention. The Dogecoin Foundation is responsible for coordinating development efforts, but the largest holder still controls 22% of the circulation. A professor at Columbia Business School believes that conducting business solely based on projects claiming to be 'Dog Co.' and using Meme symbols does not avoid scrutiny from securities regulators. The SEC believes that mere purchasing behavior is not enough to constitute securities; this issue remains legally unr
3/25/2024, 5:08:57 AM
What is Kin? All You Need to Know About KIN
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What is Kin? All You Need to Know About KIN

Kin is a community-driven, decentralized blockchain platform designed for seamless peer-to-peer digital payments. Powered by its native cryptocurrency, Kin offers a flexible payment solution for developers and content creators to integrate into their mobile and web applications worldwide.
8/14/2024, 1:48:49 PM
KAI Battle of Three Kingdoms Is Now Live on Gate Alpha — SGC Trading Open!
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KAI Battle of Three Kingdoms Is Now Live on Gate Alpha — SGC Trading Open!

The classic IP Romance of the Three Kingdoms under SEGA officially enters the Web3 space, launching a new strategy game KAI: Battle of Three Kingdoms, with its native token SGC now live on Gate Alpha.
6/17/2025, 8:24:00 AM
Completing $30 Million in Financing:  Introducing MEEET, GameFi's Emerging Star
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Completing $30 Million in Financing: Introducing MEEET, GameFi's Emerging Star

As a major force in socialFi and GameFi, MEEET is not only limited to the development of community interaction but also successfully obtained $30 million in seed round financing after integrating the concept of AIGC. In addition, the successful launch of Arbitrum on this platform has achieved the dual-chain operation of BSC & ARB.
8/16/2023, 3:19:12 AM

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