Macro Trends

Macro trends refer to long-term directions or patterns that influence a wide area, such as the global stage, a nation, an entire industry, or a market. These trends often encompass a blend of changes in various sectors including the economy, politics, society, and technology. They play a crucial role in shaping the decisions of individuals, businesses, and policymakers.

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Gate Research: Canton Network secures strategic investment | SN surges over 90% against the market
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Gate Research: Canton Network secures strategic investment | SN surges over 90% against the market

Gate Research Daily Report: On December 5, BTC turned weaker over the past 24 hours after a period of high-level turbulence; ETH stabilized following a sharp pullback; GT found support near 9.50; and SN surged over 90%, drawing market attention. Canton Network’s developer gained strategic investment from Wall Street giants, pushing on-chain assets past $6 trillion. XRP spot ETFs saw 13 straight days of inflows, nearing the $1 billion mark, while JPMorgan said bitcoin’s near-term direction depends largely on whether Strategy (MSTR) can maintain its value-to-bitcoin-holdings ratio above 1.
12/5/2025, 8:53:48 AM
Gate Research: Kalshi and Polymarket Hit Record Monthly Volume | Policy Shifts Open Mid-Term Upside for BTC
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Gate Research: Kalshi and Polymarket Hit Record Monthly Volume | Policy Shifts Open Mid-Term Upside for BTC

Gate Research Weekly Report: BTC saw a strong rebound followed by a period of consolidation at higher levels over the past day. ETH quickly reversed after dipping to $2,719.28 on December 2 and continued to set new local highs during the subsequent rally. Gate recently listed TRADOOR spot and perpetual contracts, with the token surging more than 170% in 24 hours. The Ethereum Fusaka upgrade is progressing smoothly; Web3 project registrations in the Cayman Islands have surged; and PayPal’s PYUSD stablecoin has seen substantial growth. Kalshi and Polymarket recorded nearly $10 billion in combined trading volume in November, marking their strongest month on record. ENA, LINEA, and BB are scheduled to unlock approximately $50.92 million, $12.75 million, and $2.51 million worth of tokens, respectively, over the next seven days.
12/4/2025, 7:52:52 AM
The Selling Nobody Can Explain
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The Selling Nobody Can Explain

The article dissects the three major drivers behind the eight-week decline: the reversal of Federal Reserve expectations, discreet selling by traditional finance ("TradFi"), and the collapse of social value token premiums.
12/4/2025, 5:54:17 AM
MSTR's Tribulation: Short Selling and Palace Intrigue
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MSTR's Tribulation: Short Selling and Palace Intrigue

This article provides readers with a clear understanding of the ongoing battle between bullish and bearish forces on Wall Street, along with the subtle transformation of U.S. monetary authority.
12/3/2025, 10:41:57 AM
Gate Research: Tether Data Launches QVAC Fabric LLM | Bitcoin Mining Margins Fall to Historic Lows
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Gate Research: Tether Data Launches QVAC Fabric LLM | Bitcoin Mining Margins Fall to Historic Lows

Gate Research Daily Report: On December 3, the broader crypto market saw a mild recovery. BTC and ETH rebounded to the $91,000–$93,000 range and above $3,000, respectively, with short-term momentum strengthening in tandem. Among top movers, PIEVERSE (+78%) surged on strong demand following its on-chain AI Agent recruitment event; LIGHT (+44%) became a focal point within the Bitcoin ecosystem amid major RGB cross-layer DEX progress; and PARTI (+33%) rallied on Universal Accounts expanding to Monad alongside several ecosystem integrations. On the industry side, Bitcoin mining profitability has fallen to historic lows, putting miners under significant margin pressure. Tether Data launched QVAC Fabric LLM, a low-barrier framework enabling local AI model training on consumer hardware. Meanwhile, Flow advanced its shift toward financial infrastructure, rolling out native credit-market protocols and expanding its DeFi-oriented roadmap.
12/3/2025, 7:09:33 AM
Gate Research: Solana Partners with Kalshi to Fully Tokenize Prediction Markets | FED and FDIC Advance GENIUS Act Implementation
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Gate Research: Solana Partners with Kalshi to Fully Tokenize Prediction Markets | FED and FDIC Advance GENIUS Act Implementation

Gate Research Daily Report: Bitcoin fell further below $84,000 on Tuesday, and dragged by BTC’s correction, Ethereum dropped below $2,800 over the past 24 hours, approaching its key $2,600 support again. Ancient8 announced a partnership with the gaming identity layer Dæmons, driving A8 up 89% in the past 24 hours; PRIME’s recent gains were mainly fueled by exchange listings and trading incentives, rising 45% over the same period. Kalshi announced it will tokenize thousands of its existing prediction market contracts on Solana, a move likely to attract more institutional and retail participation; meanwhile, Strategy established a $1.44 billion dividend reserve fund to support payouts, signaling robust cash flow and liquidity management to investors.
12/2/2025, 9:10:02 AM
Cryptocurrency Marketing Trends and Forecasts for 2026
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Cryptocurrency Marketing Trends and Forecasts for 2026

This article outlines targeted traffic strategies and data-driven examples for platforms like TikTok, LinkedIn, and Telegram. These insights enable teams to capture new Web2 users ahead of institutional entry.
12/2/2025, 5:37:09 AM
Gate Research: November Crypto Trading Volume Falls to $1.6T | Chainlink Spot ETF Expected to Launch This Week
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Gate Research: November Crypto Trading Volume Falls to $1.6T | Chainlink Spot ETF Expected to Launch This Week

Gate Research Daily Report: On December 1, BTC experienced a high-volume plunge after a prolonged sideways consolidation at the upper range, forming a rapid downward structure and hitting a low of $86,317, confirming a short-term trend shift from sideways to bearish. ETH had been consolidating near $3,030 for several days but repeatedly failed to break above resistance, with momentum gradually weakening. The price then sharply broke down near the dense moving average zone, falling to a low of $2,831. In November, cryptocurrency trading volume fell to $1.6 trillion, the lowest level in nearly five months. TON and the Telegram ecosystem officially launched the decentralized privacy computing network Cocoon. A Chainlink spot ETF is expected to launch this week, while Grayscale plans to convert its private trust into an ETF.
12/1/2025, 6:16:21 AM
Coinbase Ventures: Ideas we are excited for in 2026
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Coinbase Ventures: Ideas we are excited for in 2026

This article can be described as a 2026 roadmap + topic repository, complete with entry logic and protocol examples, helping entrepreneurs and investors identify the next wave of Alpha.
12/1/2025, 5:30:51 AM
Crypto at the Crossroads: ETF Flows, Leverage Reset, and Shallow Liquidity
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Crypto at the Crossroads: ETF Flows, Leverage Reset, and Shallow Liquidity

The article provides key monitoring indicators for market bottoming, helping readers identify structural turning points in a high-volatility environment.
12/1/2025, 5:11:59 AM
Paparazzi Up Over 60% in 24 Hours | Monad Launches Multiple Ecosystem Initiatives
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Paparazzi Up Over 60% in 24 Hours | Monad Launches Multiple Ecosystem Initiatives

Gate Research Daily Report: On November 28, BTC saw a clear volume-driven breakout after several days of wide-range consolidation; ETH remains in a strong market structure; GT continues to maintain a solid short-term uptrend; and BBT became the spotlight with an impressive +83.14% surge. MegaETH issued full refunds due to disorganized pre-deposit fundraising and plans to relaunch its cross-chain bridge. The Monad mainnet has officially gone live, with multiple ecosystem projects releasing new earning opportunities. Meanwhile, Ethereum has raised its block gas limit to 60 million, reaching record-high throughput ahead of the upcoming Fusaka upgrade.
11/28/2025, 7:32:34 AM
Gate Research: Plasma Token Down 90% From Early Peak | Bitcoin Faces $13.6B in Monthly Options Expiry
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Gate Research: Plasma Token Down 90% From Early Peak | Bitcoin Faces $13.6B in Monthly Options Expiry

Gate Research Weekly Report: BTC and ETH have both reclaimed key psychological levels at $90,000 and $3,000, respectively, signaling a clear recovery in market sentiment. Funds are rotating across multiple sectors, including exchange tokens, Layer-1s, and meme coins. S&P downgraded Tether–USDT’s stability rating to “Weak” but Stable; the Cosmos community has initiated a new ATOM token proposal, reigniting debate over token-economic risks; and Ethereum co-founder Vitalik donated to privacy-focused communication efforts. Plasma’s token has fallen 90% from its early peak, with the project still far from delivering on its ambitious promises. Bitcoin faces a $13.6 billion monthly options expiry this Friday, with 77% of open interest sitting out-of-the-money. Resulting hedging flows may continue to amplify short-term volatility.
11/27/2025, 5:41:45 AM
What Is DOGE Doing Now That It Hasn’t Disbanded?
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What Is DOGE Doing Now That It Hasn’t Disbanded?

This article offers a thorough analysis of the recent Reuters “DOGE Dissolution” hoax, exposing the underlying factors driving media narratives, political polarization, and bureaucratic tactics. It systematically examines the differing perspectives on DOGE’s viability. The article also presents specific outcomes related to budget reductions, workforce downsizing, and contract terminations achieved by Musk’s team. Additionally, it examines the government’s complex transition from aggressive reforms to institutional reforms. By analyzing the ideological clash between Scott Kupor and Musk, the article demonstrates how DOGE continues to influence Washington’s power dynamics and the direction of reform efforts.
11/26/2025, 10:03:46 AM
Gate Research: USDe TVL Drops Over 50% From October | Q3 Crypto VC Funding Hits Three-Year High
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Gate Research: USDe TVL Drops Over 50% From October | Q3 Crypto VC Funding Hits Three-Year High

Gate Research Daily Report: On November 26, the crypto market stabilized amid extreme fear, with the Fear & Greed Index remaining at 15. BTC rose 0.57% while ETH gained 0.79%. Among top movers, Monad (+43.61%) saw strong inflows driven by its mainnet launch and rapid ecosystem deployment; Story Network (+21.66%) rallied on the launch of prediction markets, the migration of education and cultural datasets on-chain, and support from a publicly listed company; ICNT (+20.80%) gained traction following the release of its Q4 network metrics and the announcement of its “4-layer cloud stack.”At the industry level, Circle Arc introduced Gateway to enhance cross-chain USDC liquidity; crypto venture funding climbed to $4.59B in Q3, though capital remained highly concentrated; and USDe TVL drops to $7.6 billion, more than halving from its October level.
11/26/2025, 6:25:22 AM
Gate Research: Treasury Open Interest Hits All-Time High | AVAX One Acquires 9.37 Million AVAX
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Gate Research: Treasury Open Interest Hits All-Time High | AVAX One Acquires 9.37 Million AVAX

Gate Research Daily Report: Bitcoin rebounded after stabilizing around the $86,000 level, likely supported by renewed expectations of rate cuts; Ethereum began a recovery on Tuesday after consolidating for several days in the $2,700–$2,800 range. PIPPIN surged 103.36%, driven by renewed popularity of its AI-themed narrative and meme storytelling within trader communities; L3’s recent rally—up 82.58% in the past 24 hours—was fueled primarily by its token-scarcity model. AVAX One spent approximately $110 million to acquire 9.37 million AVAX, while CME U.S. Treasury open interest hit a record high, signaling a decline in investor risk appetite.
11/25/2025, 6:39:59 AM
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