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The sharp correction in gold prices results from the interplay of a stronger US dollar, changing interest rate expectations, and leveraged liquidations. This article offers an in-depth examination of the factors driving the recent slump in gold, shifts in capital structure, and projections for future market movements.

In February 2026, the on-chain ecosystem exhibited more pronounced structural divergence amid price pressure. On-chain activity did not contract in tandem, but instead became further concentrated on high-frequency and high-efficiency networks. Solana maintained its dominance in high-frequency activity, while Base and Polygon continued to expand. Arbitrum saw a recovery in activity, but its capital retention and value capture weakened. Ethereum shifted from net outflows to significant net inflows, reinforcing its role as the primary settlement layer and a key hub for macro asset deployment. On the BTC side, the price pullback pushed short-term holders broadly into unrealized losses, with profit-taking cooling and sell pressure still concentrated among short-term positions, while the long-term holder structure remained intact. At the sector level, AI Agent, supply-side shocks, and institutional DeFi narratives coexisted. Short-term returns were driven by structural catalysts, while mid-term allocation continued

The S&P 500 is poised to reach the 7,700 level, and historical data suggests that periods of conflict frequently create favorable buying conditions in the market. This article examines the drivers of the stock market’s upward momentum, key macroeconomic factors, and potential risks, offering a thorough evaluation of today’s investment landscape.

Polymarket is a blockchain-based decentralized prediction market platform where users express views on future events by trading “yes” or “no” outcome shares, with prices commonly interpreted as implied market probabilities. Through smart contracts and stablecoin settlement, Polymarket enables a permissionless, non-custodial, and transparent mechanism for trading information, and is widely regarded as an important part of the emerging InfoFi landscape.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average, commonly referred to as US30 in trading markets, is one of the most representative stock indices in the world. It consists of 30 blue-chip companies that play a significant role in the U.S. economy, spanning key sectors such as technology, finance, consumer goods, and industrials. The index uses a price-weighted methodology, meaning companies with higher share prices have a greater impact on index movements. As a result, US30 is widely used to track the performance of major U.S. corporations and broader economic cycles.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average CFD is a derivative financial instrument that allows traders to participate in index price movements without owning the underlying stocks. Through the Contract for Difference mechanism, investors can take long or short positions based on market expectations while using margin and leverage to control larger notional positions. This makes US30 not only a market benchmark but also a flexible, tradable index asset.

The SEC has approved Nasdaq's pilot program for trading tokenized securities, signaling the official entry of traditional finance into the era of tokenization. This article offers an in-depth analysis of tokenized securities mechanisms, regulatory frameworks, and their effects on RWAs and the global capital markets.

Gate Research: Between 2025 and 2026, PayFi is evolving from a crypto payment tool into a next-generation payment and financial engine, with stablecoins achieving scale in high-frequency and cross-border payments and demonstrating clear efficiency and cost advantages over traditional systems. As Web2 and Web3 continue to converge, institutions such as Visa, PayPal, and emerging neobanks are becoming key gateways to mainstream adoption, while the combination of stablecoins, real-world assets (RWA), and AI is shaping PayFi’s foundational architecture by enabling automated, always-on settlement, asset mobility, and risk management. Looking ahead to 2026, regulatory clarity, scalable asset tokenization, and the maturity of AI-driven financial systems will be the primary determinants of PayFi’s competitive landscape and long-term barriers.

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In this video, we dive into the exciting world of prediction markets! We'll explore how these markets are evolving with trends toward quicker, short-term betting opportunities and sophisticated dispute resolution systems. You'll also discover how AI is revolutionizing arbitration in this space. Join us as we take a close look at groundbreaking projects like Opinion Protocol, True Markets, and Bettensor - all helping to shape the future of on-chain prediction markets. By the end of this video, you'll clearly understand the incredible potential and key challenges facing these platforms as you consider your investment strategies.

This article explores how reciprocal tariff policies affect global financial markets through macroeconomic transmission mechanisms. It further analyzes their impact on the ecosystems of stablecoins, real-world assets (RWAs), and decentralized finance (DeFi), examining both the underlying mechanisms and the potential risks and opportunities involved.

Trump's tariff policy has triggered turmoil and strong unease in global markets, with the VIX index reaching 52 on April 8. However, it is clear that this is far from releasing the overly complex and layered contradictions of this phase. Fiscal and monetary policies currently seem to only provide short-term emotional value. In an environment where bonds, stocks, and currencies are all under pressure and panic is widespread, asset allocation issues have also reached a deadlock.

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Gate Research (April 11 – 17, 2025) : This report provides a comprehensive analysis of key developments in the cryptocurrency market and macroeconomic landscape. On April 11, U.S. March PPI came in at 2.7% year-over-year, falling short of both the expected 3.3% and the previous reading of 3.2%. On April 14, the SEC held its second crypto roundtable and announced plans to launch a "crypto regulatory sandbox." On April 15, Canada is set to debut its first spot Solana ETFs, which will allow staking for yield generation. On April 16, it was revealed that only 11% of registered Bitcoin companies in El Salvador are currently operational. On April 17, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell delivered hawkish remarks, indicating that economic policy remains unclear and that crypto regulations may ease. On the same day, Panama approved the use of cryptocurrency for payments in government institutions, becoming the first public authority globally to do so.

US President Donald Trump scored his first crypto win this Thursday when he signed a resolution into law that eliminates the IRS's controversial DeFi broker rule.