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After a widespread period of low volatility correction in the crypto market, some assets driven by community culture and sentiment consensus have shown early signs of significant capital inflows. Among them, projects based on internet memes, such as Just a chill guy and its token CHILLGUY, have experienced notable price movements over the past week. According to Gate market data, as of April 13, 2026, the price of CHILLGUY has increased by over 62.17% in the past seven days and 43.08% in the past thirty days, with market capitalization rebounding to approximately $13.44 million. This rapid rise from a low base is often seen as high-risk appetite capital re-pricing specific narrative labels. This article will strictly distinguish between facts, opinions, and speculations, systematically examining the structural logic and potential evolutionary paths behind this phenomenon.
Meme-driven narrative

In early April, the price of Enjin Coin (ENJ) surged over 150%, driven by both trading structure and the GameFi ecosystem. After breaking through the low of $0.02, multiple volume increases indicated growing market participation. Meanwhile, short squeeze in the derivatives market amplified the upward movement. Although short-term price movements are mainly driven by trading activity, the ecosystem development mechanism supports long-term value. Overall, ENJ's rise is influenced by short-term capital flows as well as ecosystem progress.

Recently in the market, some Meme assets continue to be traded frequently despite no new features, with price fluctuations reflecting the strength of market sentiment. Taking BULLA as an example, its price and trading volume show emotion-driven characteristics, with market participants trading frequently. The emotion originates from symbolic culture, and the dissemination mechanism accelerates the formation of consensus, ultimately influencing price fluctuations through liquidity. The core of competition in the Meme sector has shifted to the ability to produce and transform emotions, while disruptions in emotional cycles are affected by external environments.

Bhutan, a landlocked small country located in the eastern Himalayas, once held a unique position in the global Bitcoin sovereignty narrative. It is neither a "fiat experiment" like El Salvador nor a "asset seizure management" like the United States or China — Bhutan has taken a path rarely replicated by other nations: mining Bitcoin with its surplus hydropower and directly converting natural resources into digital asset reserves. This approach once placed it among the leading sovereign Bitcoin holders worldwide, but the latest on-chain data suggests that this path may be nearing its end.
Arkham Intelligence data shows that the Royal Government of Bhutan has reduced its Bitcoin holdings by approximately 70% over the past eighteen months, with its position dropping sharply from a peak of about 13,000 BTC in October 2024 to the current range of approximately 3,774 to 3,954 BTC.

Recently in the market, despite Archblock, the company behind TRU, filing for bankruptcy, leading to a deterioration in fundamentals, TRU's price has risen against the trend. The price surged from $0.004 to $0.013, reflecting the market's re-interpretation of risk and the impact of liquidity concentration on price volatility. This phenomenon suggests that investors should pay attention to changes in expectations, liquidity structure, and narrative-driven influences on crypto assets.

In the first quarter of 2026, a long-dormant NFT sector experienced a noteworthy rebound in trading activity. Weekly sales of Ethereum NFT collections reached $12.51 million, a 70% increase from the previous week, and the number of NFT buyers per week doubled in late March to 236,771. Amid this revival, Blur, leveraging its deep liquidity accumulated among professional traders, once again became one of the most active infrastructure players in the sector. Its NFT trading volume over the past 30 days totaled 161,433 ETH, approximately $305 million, far surpassing competitors and accounting for about 60% of total trading volume. Meanwhile, the BLUR token price experienced significant volatility recently—fluctuating up to 40.3% within 24 hours in early April—prompting renewed discussions about its valuation logic and sustainability.
Signs of recovery are emerging: NF

In the NFT trading ecosystem of the Solana blockchain, the Tensor platform has long accounted for approximately 60% to 70% of the daily network trading volume. This market position makes the TNSR token an important indicator for monitoring the Solana NFT sector. As of April 13, 2026, based on Gate market data, the TNSR price is $0.03872, with a 24-hour trading volume of $292,620 and a circulating market cap of $1,295 万. Over the past year, the token has fallen sharply from its high of $3.89 during its initial listing in April 2024, down by approximately 70.70%, with a low of $0.02852. Behind the significant price fluctuations, the platform has undergone a multi-stage evolution—from rapid growth to market adjustment, and from token issuance to adjustments in its governance structure. This article

Global capital allocation is shifting toward ETFs, while traditional mutual funds face slowing growth. ETFs are favored for their low costs and high flexibility, but mutual funds remain irreplaceable in active management and long-term investing. The coexistence of both reflects the diversity of market demand, and the financial system is evolving toward a more diversified structure.

Recent developments in the global financial markets have once again sparked concerns about the stability mechanisms of ETFs. The rapid expansion of spot cryptocurrency ETFs, along with record-breaking capital inflows into stock and bond ETFs, has led to a significant increase in daily trading volumes across major exchanges. At the same time, due to market turbulence driven by changes in interest rate expectations and geopolitical tensions, there have been instances where ETF prices temporarily diverged from their underlying assets. These situations have prompted market participants to pay closer attention to the role of liquidity providers behind the scenes.
This shift is worth exploring because ETFs are often seen as simple and transparent investment tools. However, the stability of ETF prices largely depends on the continuous involvement of market makers. Without these participants actively quoting bid and ask prices and matching orders, ETFs may experience wider bid-ask spreads, increased volatility, and reduced price discovery efficiency. As the ETF market continues to grow in scale, any

In the cryptocurrency market, the choice between 3x and 5x leveraged tokens affects returns and risks. The 3x products are suitable for swing trading, offering relatively safe returns; while the 5x products have strong explosive power in trending markets but carry higher risks during volatile periods. Currently, with market fluctuations, holding high leverage for the long term can lead to continuous net asset value erosion. It is recommended to choose an appropriate leverage based on your risk tolerance.

April 13, 2026, due to U.S. military blockade of Iranian ports, WTI crude oil increased by 9.08%, and Brent crude oil increased by 8.69%. Shipping safety through the Strait of Hormuz is threatened, global crude oil supply is tight, and oil prices are expected to potentially break through $150. If the U.S.-Iran situation worsens, oil prices will continue to fluctuate, and Gate TradFi platform offers a convenient way to trade crude oil.

In 2026, the gold market experienced intense volatility, and Gate TradFi's gold tokens became a new choice for investors due to their 24/7 trading, low entry barriers, and zero custody fees, meeting various needs and driving rapid growth in tokenized gold.

GateRouter is an AI model router launched in 2026, providing a unified API to access multiple large models, simplifying the development process. Its intelligent routing mechanism can reduce inference costs by over 80% on average, and it integrates Web3 payments, enabling AI Agents to have independent payment capabilities for the first time, promoting the future "Agent economy." Suitable for AI developers and Web3 teams.

Dear Gate users, partners, and media friends:
This year, Gate celebrates its 13th anniversary. When I founded this platform, Bitcoin and blockchain were still very niche topics. Today, Gate has become a platform serving hundreds of millions of users worldwide. Along the way, we could not have achieved this without the trust and support of every user, partner, and team member. On this 13th anniversary, I want to share with you the development history of Gate, our milestone achievements, and our thoughts on the future.
The starting point of our choice: leaving certainty, embracing the unknown
Thirteen years ago, on a seemingly well-defined life path, I made an untimely decision.
At that time, I was doing postdoctoral research in optoelectronics overseas. Following the established track to become an academic researcher was a highly certain path and widely recognized.
From a rational perspective,

Prediction markets are becoming a key track in the cryptocurrency industry by 2026. Gate integrates with Polymarket, allowing users to easily participate in global event predictions and breaking down the boundaries between DeFi and CeFi. This shift expands "trading assets" to "trading events," driving the crypto market toward a data-driven platform, while also facing compliance challenges and regulatory pressures.

In 2026, the most attention-grabbing narrative shift in the crypto world is quietly unfolding. As spot and futures trading enter a phase of stock competition, prediction markets are rapidly becoming a new engine for attracting traffic and capital due to their unique event-driven logic. According to a report from TRM Labs, the global prediction market's monthly trading volume has surpassed $200 billion, skyrocketing from approximately $12 billion at the beginning of 2025 to over $200 billion in January 2026. As of April 7, 2026, the combined trading volume of Polymarket and Kalshi platforms has reached $52.7 billion, with Polymarket contributing $24.3 billion. In March alone, they posted a month-over-month growth rate of 33.1%, with a nominal trading volume of $10.6 billion.
Faced with this trillion-dollar-level incremental race

In 2026, the Bitcoin market remains volatile, with prices continuously fluctuating around $71k. Many investors are beginning to consider the returns on their BTC holdings. Traditional physical mining has closed to retail investors, so Gate has launched a zero-threshold, highly liquid BTC mining product. Users only need to stake BTC to receive daily rewards paid out in BTC. This product offers holders a stable income opportunity, suitable for long-term holders and small investors.

The Gate contract points system offers users the opportunity to accumulate points through trading, holding positions, and inviting others. Since its launch in 2025, 264k users have participated, with nearly 3.7 million USDT in rewards distributed. Completing a trade of 400 USDT earns 1 point, and holding positions can also earn points daily. Traditional finance trades will be included in the points calculation, enhancing earning potential. Regular events and airdrops provide users with additional rewards. Note that points cannot be withdrawn, are valid for 15 days, and timely redemption is crucial.

In April 2026, Gate's stock token product line received intensive updates and feature upgrades. From accelerating the expansion of contract underlying assets, to expanding the on-chain liquidity ecosystem, and to the official launch of Pre-IPO innovative products, Gate is providing unprecedented access to traditional finance for global crypto traders.
Quick overview of new products: Over 30 stock and ETF perpetual contracts added in the first quarter
As of April 13, Gate has gradually launched more than 30 stock and ETF perpetual contract products in 2026, covering technology giants, aerospace and defense leaders, consumer goods giants, and core ETFs across multiple sectors.
On January 29, Gate launched its first offerings.

Currently, increasing global economic uncertainty and market volatility are affecting high-net-worth clients' investment decisions. Gate Private Wealth Management helps clients achieve stable wealth growth amid turbulence through customized asset allocation, global investment opportunities, and intelligent risk management solutions.