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OLAS: Towards A Billion AI Agents
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OLAS: Towards A Billion AI Agents

Olas (rebranded from Autonolas) is positioning itself for this agentic future. Their bold mission: to unleash an ocean of autonomous AI agents, all owned and powered by users like you and me. In this piece, we’ll explore what OLAS has been building, its current traction, and how it impacts the OLAS token.
11/21/2024, 12:09:44 PM
Gate Research: Bitcoin Hits New High, 82% of BlackRock’s First-Day Options Are Bullish
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Gate Research: Bitcoin Hits New High, 82% of BlackRock’s First-Day Options Are Bullish

Gate Research Daily Report(November 20) : BTC reached a new all-time high of $93,888. IBIT's first-day trading volume reached nearly $1.9 billion, with bullish options accounting for over 80% of the market. JUNO surged 273% in a single day, leading the altcoin sector. Meanwhile, the launch of the new token ELIZA by Andreessen Horowitz (ai16z) has sparked a "case sensitivity" debate within the community, intensifying tensions between autonomy and centralized control. The circulating supply of USDe has exceeded 3.3 billion tokens, reflecting rising market enthusiasm. Paxos has announced the acquisition of Membrane Finance to expand its presence in the European market. In other news, stablecoin company Noble has completed a $15 million Series A funding round led by Paradigm, further underscoring the growing importance of stablecoin infrastructure.
11/21/2024, 1:55:45 AM
Gate Research: Bitcoin Spot ETF Options Set to Launch, DeSci Sector Soars 58.12%
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Gate Research: Bitcoin Spot ETF Options Set to Launch, DeSci Sector Soars 58.12%

Gate Research Daily Report (November 19): After multiple rounds of Bitcoin price surges, the cryptocurrency market is experiencing sectoral rotations, with Ethereum and certain altcoins seeing compensatory growth. Over the past 24 hours, ETH rose by 4.26%, while BTC saw a more modest increase of 0.67%. Key segments such as DeSci, Sports, and Metaverse recorded impressive gains of 58.12%, 14.38%, and 13.94%, respectively. In an intriguing development, Vitalik Buterin visited a Thai zoo, sparking interest in the meme coin sector, with Ethereum-based MOO DENG leading the rally. BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) options are slated to officially launch on Tuesday, November 19. Additionally, Bitcoin mining firm Marathon Digital Holdings announced plans to issue $700 million in convertible notes, with part of the proceeds earmarked for purchasing Bitcoin.
11/20/2024, 1:54:46 AM
“Value Coin” or “MEME Coin”, who is the future of the new bull market?
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“Value Coin” or “MEME Coin”, who is the future of the new bull market?

Wealth creation, narratives, and capital preferences have completely overshadowed “value coins,” making MEME the dominant theme of this cycle. This inevitably raises doubts among those holding “value coins” while still building on the frontlines—has value investing truly been defeated by pure emotional FOMO? This article directly exposes the questionable tactics of project teams and institutions, tearing away the veil of “value coins” and concluding that projects capable of consistently earning community recognition and user trust are the ones that hold true value.
11/19/2024, 8:26:13 AM
Gate Research: Bitcoin Consolidates at High Price Level, DeSci Concept Gains Momentum, DEX Hack Causes Nearly $20M in Losses
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Gate Research: Bitcoin Consolidates at High Price Level, DeSci Concept Gains Momentum, DEX Hack Causes Nearly $20M in Losses

Gate Research Daily Report (November 18): Over the past 24 hours, Bitcoin's price has decreased by 0.79%, currently trading at $90,477, showing signs of consolidation at high levels. The net outflow from U.S. Bitcoin spot ETFs is approximately $370 million, while Ethereum spot ETFs have seen a net outflow of $59.87 million. Bitcoin miners' reserves have continued to decline, dropping to around 1.8 million BTC, the lowest in three years. Meanwhile, the Total Value Locked (TVL) in the Sui ecosystem has surpassed $1.6 billion, setting a new all-time high. The DEXX platform experienced a security breach due to improper management of its official private key, resulting in a private key leak and total losses close to $20 million. Between November 15 and November 18, two projects announced successful funding rounds, raising over $2 million in total.
11/19/2024, 3:07:30 AM
What is Non-Playable Coin? All You Need to Know About NPC
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What is Non-Playable Coin? All You Need to Know About NPC

Non-Playable Coin is a meme token inspired by NPC internet culture, symbolizing automated responses and gaining popularity in digital communities.
11/18/2024, 4:14:19 PM
What is Simon’s Cat?
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What is Simon’s Cat?

Discover how Simon's Cat transitioned from a beloved animated series to a memecoin with the CAT token on the BNB Smart Chain, enhancing fan interaction and supporting animal welfare initiatives through innovative blockchain solutions.
11/18/2024, 3:56:28 PM
What is Virtuals Protocol? All You Need to Know About VIRTUAL
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What is Virtuals Protocol? All You Need to Know About VIRTUAL

Virtuals Protocol is a platform designed to facilitate virtual asset creation and monetization across gaming, metaverse, and digital art ecosystems.
11/18/2024, 3:26:23 PM
What is Metaplex? All You Need to Know About MPLX
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What is Metaplex? All You Need to Know About MPLX

Metaplex is a protocol on the Solana blockchain, designed to empower creators with tools for minting, managing, and trading NFTs easily.
11/18/2024, 3:18:56 PM
What is RWA Inc.?
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What is RWA Inc.?

Explore RWA Inc.'s innovative approach to real-world asset tokenization using blockchain technology.
11/18/2024, 3:06:42 PM
Gate Research: October Crypto Market Review
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Gate Research: October Crypto Market Review

Gate Research Monthly Report: In October, the cryptocurrency market fluctuated between a total market capitalization of $2.2 trillion and $2.5 trillion, impacted by the uncertainty surrounding the U.S. election results and geopolitical tensions. The market displayed a cautious, wait-and-see attitude. Solana saw a significant increase in daily active addresses, reaching 8.17 million on October 29, marking a month-on-month growth rate of 39.7%. The surge in MEME token trading likely contributed to the rise in on-chain active addresses. The Web3 industry attracted a total of 96 funding rounds, raising an impressive $793 million. Among these, the wallet and CeFi sectors were the most active, securing $210 million and $153 million, respectively.
11/18/2024, 3:53:13 AM
Gate Research: Powell's Hawkish Remarks Trigger Crypto Pullback; SuiNS Stands Out in a Down Market
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Gate Research: Powell's Hawkish Remarks Trigger Crypto Pullback; SuiNS Stands Out in a Down Market

Gate Research Daily Report (November 15):On November 15, influenced by hawkish comments from Jerome Powell, the prices of cryptocurrency assets saw a significant pullback. The price of BTC dropped by 3.39%, falling below $87,000 at its lowest point. The price of ETH declined by 4.03%, reaching a low of $3,030. SuiNS surged approximately 635.58%, as high-potential investment projects continue to emerge within the Sui ecosystem. Solana's daily DEX trading volume reached 42%, setting a new all-time high. The number of nodes on Network 3 has surpassed that of Helium, ranking 5th globally in the DePIN (Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Network) sector. Tether launched the Hadron platform, which simplifies the asset tokenization process and promotes financial inclusion. Wyden successfully completed a Series B funding round, raising over $16 million, with investors including FiveT Fintech, C3 VC Fund, and others.
11/16/2024, 2:52:21 AM
Gate Research: BTC Enters the $90K Era, PNUT Leads Gains, Zoo-Themed Sector Surges 430%
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Gate Research: BTC Enters the $90K Era, PNUT Leads Gains, Zoo-Themed Sector Surges 430%

Gate Research Weekly Review & Outlook: This week, as Trump's key appointments take shape, Bitcoin (BTC) has surged to a record high of $93,000, marking its entry into the $90,000 era. The futures market shows strong bullish sentiment, with call options dominating 63.37% of open interest. The Zoo-Themed sector experienced a remarkable surge, posting a 430.5% increase over the past week. DeltaPrime suffered another attack, resulting in significant on-chain fund movements. In an interesting development, the government of Bhutan revealed its holdings of 12,574 Bitcoins, valued at over one-third of the country's GDP. On the funding front, 19 projects successfully raised a total of $139.55 million this week.
11/15/2024, 2:14:57 AM
Gate Research: Market Pulls Back Amid Rising Volatility at High Level, Bitcoin Surpasses Silver as 8th Largest Global Asset
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Gate Research: Market Pulls Back Amid Rising Volatility at High Level, Bitcoin Surpasses Silver as 8th Largest Global Asset

Gate Research Daily Report (November 13):Bitcoin (BTC) experienced a short-term price correction after reaching new highs, with increased volatility due to profit-taking. This may lead to a period of consolidation in the market. Investors are increasingly optimistic that Bitcoin will break the $100,000 mark by year-end, with strong bullish sentiment evident in the options market. Bitcoin has also surpassed silver to become the 8th largest asset globally by market capitalization. On the Ethereum front, Ethereum Foundation researcher Justin Drake proposed a consensus layer upgrade called Beam Chain, designed to improve scalability and performance. Additionally, the Solana Radar Hackathon revealed its winning projects, highlighting the innovative development within the Solana ecosystem.
11/13/2024, 3:15:12 PM
ApeChain Launch Sparks Ecosystem Frenzy — How Far Can It Go?
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ApeChain Launch Sparks Ecosystem Frenzy — How Far Can It Go?

Built on Arbitrum Orbit, ApeChain uses ApeCoin as its native Gas token and offers a unique auto-yield feature for ecosystem users.
11/13/2024, 8:56:35 AM

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