This article explores the potential of Account Abstraction (AA), particularly its ability to enhance the blockchain user experience through programmable key management systems. The author analyzes the advantages and disadvantages of traditional key management methods (such as 12-word seed phrases) and new technologies like Passkeys, MPC, and cloud TEEs, proposing the integration of AA functionalities to enable key rotation, session keys, and multiple recovery mechanisms.

Should Academic Papers Really Be Behind a Paywall? Where Lies the Key to the Challenges in Academia? This article explores the potential for openness and progress in academia through the integration of Web3 and the recent discussions around the DeSci topic.

$GOAT is an AI Meme, but AI has now gone far beyond just being a Meme. Projects in various sectors are emerging rapidly. This article will outline the current classifications and key projects in the AI sector, giving you a comprehensive understanding of its development.

PinGo is a decentralized GPU network using blockchain technology to optimize computational resource sharing

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.

This report summarizes Web3 industry fundraising activities in November 2024. The industry completed 121 funding deals totaling $1.76 billion—a 28.45% decrease from the previous month. Fundraising approaches showed greater diversity, highlighted by MARA's convertible bond issuance and OG Labs' innovative combination of seed round financing and token purchase commitments. Blockchain services and public chain sectors attracted the most investment attention. The report explores key funding achievements from notable projects, including 0G Labs, StakeStone, KGeN, Noble, and Deblock.

As the U.S. election concludes, 2024 is also closing. Reflecting on this year's crypto bull market, Meme has been an unavoidable topic. From BOME at the start of the year, MAGA in the middle, to GOAT at the end, Memecoin has generated new hot topics every quarter, sustaining the industry's momentum. Belgian scholar Francis Paul Heylighen proposed in 1998 that meme culture consists of four stages, including "assimilation," "retention," "expression," and "transmission." On a deeper level, meme culture's popularity can be attributed to its alignment with the uses and gratifications theory proposed by British communication scholar McQuail.

This article analyzes how the Hyperliquid project leads the DeFi trend in the cryptocurrency market and redefines the token distribution model. It discusses how Hyperliquid breaks the limitations of traditional financing models by focusing on user needs and innovative tokenomics, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a focus on product development while pursuing funding.

This roundup covers key blockchain industry developments from December 9 to 13. Liquid staking protocols reached a total value locked (TVL) of $70.9 billion, with Lido leading the market. Circle plans to launch CCTP V2 in 2025 to improve cross-chain stablecoin transfers. Magic Eden launched its $ME token airdrop, generating strong market interest. Riot Platforms secured $525 million in financing and expanded its Bitcoin holdings. Grayscale launched new trust funds for Lido and Optimism, attracting investor attention to the Ethereum ecosystem. These developments demonstrate the blockchain industry's continued innovation and growth.

This week's featured airdrop projects include Talus Network, Over Protocol, Magic Eden, Vana, and Xterio. Talus Network has launched its "Magic Season" campaign, where participants can earn points by completing various tasks. Over Protocol is set to open its airdrop on December 16, allowing users to earn tokens through task participation. Magic Eden has announced the upcoming $ME airdrop, with allocations based on criteria such as cross-chain activity and user loyalty. Vana plans to distribute tokens through an airdrop, rewarding users who complete interactive tasks. Meanwhile, Xterio has initiated a $XTER points reward event, enabling users to earn points by completing tasks, which may later be converted into airdrop entitlements. These projects offer diverse opportunities for early involvement and rewards.

Equilibrium Research has released its annual prediction report, outlining potential events and industry trends expected by the end of next year. The report covers areas such as Scaling, ZK Proving, Privacy, Consensus & P2P Networking, and User Experience.

This article takes a trader-focused approach, examining some of the most prominent token unlocks of the past few years. We analyse how unlocks of varying sizes and recipient types influenced price trajectories, identifying recurring patterns and key behavioural differences across the ecosystem.

Web3 represents a revolutionary shift in how data is stored and payments are processed. Its arrival won't be as visibly distinct as the transition from PC internet to mobile internet but will gradually unfold as user data and digital assets are increasingly created on-chain.

With MoE, instead of having one model try to do everything, you break the work into smaller tasks and specialize the model. In MoE, the system chooses which expert to use based on what the task needs — so it’s faster and more accurate.

November saw significant developments in cryptocurrency policy and markets. Paxos introduced the USDG stablecoin, while UBS expanded its tokenized fund to Ethereum, strengthening the bridge between traditional finance and blockchain technology. 21Shares' XRP ETF filing marked another step toward mainstream crypto adoption. Russia implemented cryptocurrency mining and taxation regulations, as Japan and South Korea reformed their crypto tax policies. The UK House of Lords endorsed the "Property (Digital Asset etc) Bill," and Morocco moved to reinstate cryptocurrency trading. In the U.S., key developments included a Bitcoin reserve proposal, CBOE's introduction of Bitcoin options, and President-elect Trump's nomination of a pro-crypto Commerce Secretary. These developments signal blockchain and cryptocurrency's growing integration into mainstream finance, representing a fundamental shift in the financial landscape.