Recently, the TGE (Token Generation Event) allocations of projects like Blast have sparked a wave of public outrage, reflecting dissatisfaction with the extended incentive periods that offer low returns. This article explores the strengths and weaknesses of points-based models from multiple perspectives and seeks to identify potential solutions.

Gate Research's weekly popular projects summary covers the DeFi and stablecoin sectors, focusing on Raydium's daily trading volume, Tether's exploration of using USDT for commodity trade financing, Puffer's all-time high in TVL, Ripple's announcement of global partnerships, as well as Celestia's upgrade and Praxis's funding round. This article provides project overviews, event details, and brief analyses to keep users updated on the latest trends in the crypto market.

Gate Research's weekly popular airdrop summary focuses on World Liberty Finance, Mantle, Puffer Finance, deBridge, and TownsXYZ. This article offers project overviews, airdrop details, and participation guides, aiming to keep users informed of the latest trends in the crypto market and to help them seize market opportunities.

In its latest version, IoTeX 2.0 leverages years of experience and technology to fully upgrade into a universal network architecture layer for the entire DePIN sector: a DePIN modular open platform. This article delves into IoTeX 2.0's strategic upgrade and its impact on the DePIN ecosystem.

Crypto Pulse focuses on the latest developments in the cryptocurrency industry, delivering up-to-date market analysis and insights.

The ICOs of 2017, the DeFi that heralded the bull market of 2020, the mainstreaming of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) in 2021, and the scaling solutions such as EVM-compatible chains and Layer2 Rollups driven by a surge in user demand, all these notable blockchain innovations are inseparable from a blockchain named Ethereum. This article will guide you through what Ethereum is, how it operates, the important trajectories of its development, and some of its well-known applications.

This article explores the rise of meme coins in the cryptocurrency market, examining why they attract significant attention from users and capital. It analyzes the wealth creation effects, narrative logic, and market performance of meme coins while highlighting potential risks and challenges in the market.

This article dives into the approval mechanisms of Approve and Permit on Ethereum, exploring their practical differences and impact. It analyzes how the Permit mechanism helps reduce user costs in high gas fee environments, while also discussing potential security risks and offering practical safety tips.

Get an in-depth understanding of the Layer 2 expansion plan in the Bitcoin network, especially the validity proof and fraud proof technology. This article analyzes how to achieve Layer 2 expansion through technological innovation under the strict restrictions of Bitcoin, including Bit Commitment, Taproot, and Connector Output. and contracts, etc.

This article dives into the innovative narratives and scalability solutions within the Bitcoin ecosystem, focusing on how UTXO + client validation (RGB++ Layer) enhances Bitcoin's scalability, interoperability, and programmability. It analyses various expansion protocols in the Bitcoin ecosystem, including state channels, sidechains, and rollups. It explores how they contribute to innovative narratives and significant growth for the Bitcoin network.

Ethereum's scaling strategy has evolved from sharding and layer 2 protocols to a rollup-centric approach. The current roadmap proposes a division of labor between L1 and L2: L1 serves as a robust foundation layer, while L2 is responsible for ecosystem expansion. Recent achievements include EIP-4844 blobs increasing L1 data bandwidth, and multiple EVM rollups reaching stage 1. Future goals include achieving 100,000+ TPS, maintaining L1 decentralization, ensuring some L2s inherit Ethereum's core properties, and maximizing interoperability between L2s. Key research areas include data availability sampling, data compression, and cross-L2 interoperability.

This article discusses the Ethereum "Merge" and explores the areas for improvement in the technical design of Proof of Stake, as well as the potential ways to achieve these improvements.

Data Availability (DA) solution serves a similar purpose in crypto. It ensures that the information required to validate and process transactions on a blockchain is accessible to all participants. Without robust data availability, the integrity and functionality of blockchain networks—especially scaling solutions like rollups—could be severely compromised.

Uniswap's Unichain, a Layer 2 solution tailored for DeFi, is set to make a significant impact on the Ethereum ecosystem. By embracing the OP Stack framework and introducing a decentralized validator network, Unichain aligns with Ethereum's scaling strategy while boosting transaction speed and privacy. The proposed ERC7683 standard aims to enable smooth cross-chain interactions. Unichain's launch is expected to spark a more competitive and innovative Layer 2 landscape, potentially driving further development within the Ethereum ecosystem.

Gate Research Daily Report (October 21): BTC rose by 0.90% in the past 24 hours, currently priced at $68,833, while ETH increased by 3.26%, now valued at $2,732. On October 18, U.S. Bitcoin and Ethereum spot ETFs had a total net inflow of $274 million and $1.91 million, respectively. ApeChain launched, introducing several new features including the one-click token issuance platform Ape Express and an automatic yield mode, leading to a single-day APE price surge of approximately 78.5%. Post-pandemic, Bitcoin's investment returns have significantly outperformed traditional assets, with an annualized compound return of 150%. On October 18, Pump.fun reached a new record with daily token issuance exceeding 34,000 tokens.