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Gate Research (March 21 - 27, 2025): On March 21, Pump.fun launched its native DEX PumpSwap. On March 24, Plume token launched on Solana, promoting cross-chain liquidity for RWA assets. On March 25, Nillion Alpha mainnet went live, advancing Web3 privacy computing infrastructure. On March 26, Gate.io Wallet officially added support for Berachain, enhancing security and liquidity. The decentralized social payment protocol Celo has completed its migration to Ethereum Layer 2.

The article, by citing data and case studies from Y Combinator entrepreneurs, reveals the prevalence of AI-generated code and the rise of Vibe Coding. It also analyzes the impact of AI programming on the cost of application development, the competitive landscape of the market, and future job demands. The article further discusses who the winners and losers will be in the widespread adoption of AI programming.

Gate Research (March 14 - 20, 2025): On March 14, Aave introiduced its Horizon program, targeting institutional-level real-world asset DeFi markets. On the same day, Solana's proposal SIMD-0228 failed to pass, stalling plans for inflation adjustment. On March 18, CME listed Solana futures, with trading volume reaching approximately 38,000 SOL. On March 19, Raydium announced plans to launch LaunchLab, a token issuance platform. On March 20, the Ethereum Foundation scheduled the activation of the Pectra upgrade on the Hoodi testnet for March 26.

The Pectra upgrade, as an important step in the Ethereum roadmap, aims to enhance the network's scalability, efficiency, and user experience through a series of technological innovations (such as account abstraction, Verkle Trees, PeerDAS, etc.). The article provides a detailed analysis of Pectra's key features, implementation plans, and specific impacts on users. It also discusses potential risks and challenges that may arise during the upgrade process, such as client diversity, centralization risks, and initial testnet issues.

zkTLS, also known as TLS oracles or web proofs, allows private data to be extracted from Web2 walled gardens. Users can prove various types of data, such as legal identity, financial records, education, behavior patterns, etc. while retaining full privacy.

This article provides an in-depth analysis of Manus.im’s birth background, product concepts, and its innovative practices in the field of AI.

Prime Intellect is a decentralized peer-to-peer protocol designed to aggregate computing power from distributed global sources. By tackling the AI industry's computing resource bottleneck, it enables collaborative AI model development. This article explores Prime Intellect’s team background, funding, and core technologies, including its computing marketplace, decentralized training framework (IntelME), and synthetic data generation framework (GENE).

In this article, we'll take a deep dive into Celestia's revenue potential. I'll debunk common myths and narratives circulating on the timeline that I believe are flawed or, at the very least, lack substance.

Gate Institute (2025.3.7-2025.3.13), on March 7, Safe{Wallet} collaborated with Mandiant, a cybersecurity company under Google Cloud, to investigate the Bybit security incident, confirming its connection to North Korean hacker TraderTraitor. On March 11, the Movement Foundation announced that REX-Osprey™ had submitted an application for the MOVE ETF. On March 12, Solana's SIMD-228 upgrade proposal was approved. On March 13, the terms related to blockchain in the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filings reached a historical high in February. Virtuals Protocol announced the launch of the multi-agent framework ACP.

Shaga leverages edge computing and a decentralized cloud gaming network to integrate idle computing resources, providing players in emerging markets with low-cost, high-quality gaming experiences. This innovation reshapes the model of game distribution, experience, and monetization.

Cross-chain technology plays a crucial role in enabling interoperability between different blockchain networks and is essential for the advancement of Web3. Rather than simply covering well-known cross-chain bridges, this article takes a deep dive into the leading cross-chain solutions in the industry today. It explores major interoperability protocols such as LayerZero, Wormhole, and Axelar, along with emerging trends like chain abstraction, intent-based systems, and chain aggregation (Agglayer). The analysis focuses on the core principles, use cases, and market impact of these solutions. By examining cross-chain technology from a technical perspective, this article highlights its potential to enhance blockchain ecosystem interoperability and asset liquidity while offering valuable insights and forward-looking perspectives for industry professionals.

The SIMD-0228 proposal tackles a fundamental challenge: how to strike a balance between minimizing excessive token issuance and maintaining network security. This article takes an in-depth look at how SIMD-0228 could reshape Solana's inflation model.

The Ethereum Pectra upgrade merges two upgrades—Prague and Electra—and includes 11 Ethereum Improvement Proposals (EIPs). This comprehensive update focuses on enhancing scalability, reducing fees, and implementing smart accounts. Its initial phase, launching in March 2025, will double layer-2 scaling capabilities and enable stablecoin gas payments. The final rollout, scheduled for late 2025 or early 2026, will bring innovative features such as Verkle trees and peer-to-peer data availability sampling. Pectra represents a major leap forward in Ethereum's scalability, efficiency, and user experience.

This article explores Backpack's breakthroughs in risk management, custodial security, global compliance strategy, and product design, highlighting its unique advantages in the crypto finance sector.

Metaplex provides a comprehensive suite of tools and standards for everything from NFTs to fungible tokens, driving the growth of the Solana ecosystem. This article details Metaplex's technical architecture, key components (such as Metaplex Core, Bubblegum, and the Aura Network), and governance mechanisms. It also explores Metaplex's contributions to digital asset innovation, including compressed NFTs and on-chain royalty protection.