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From Bitcoin to NVIDIA: How Gate is Creating the 'All-in-One Trading Account' for the Web3 Era?

From Bitcoin to Nvidia: How Gate is Building an 'All-in-One Trading Account' for the Web3 Era This article explores the emerging trend of crypto exchanges expanding into multi-asset trading, focusing on Gate's strategy. It begins by highlighting a common pain point: crypto traders are often isolated from traditional financial markets (stocks, gold) due to slow, cumbersome cross-border fiat processes. The piece details Gate's systematic approach to solving this by building a complete ecosystem covering both Crypto and TradFi (traditional finance). Its solution spans three product types: tokenized assets (e.g., stock tokens), extended crypto derivatives (e.g., stock perpetual contracts), and, most notably, traditional CFDs (Contracts for Difference) accessed via an integrated MT5 system. This allows users to trade a wide array of assets—including metals, stocks, indices, forex, and commodities—directly with USDT. Key advantages identified are exceptional capital efficiency (near-instant transfers between crypto and TradFi sub-accounts) and competitive fee structures, especially for high-volume traders, where CFD costs can be significantly lower than traditional crypto derivatives. The author's firsthand test of trading gold CFDs revealed a fast, seamless experience but also noted learning curves, such as fixed leverage, swap fees for overnight positions, and adherence to traditional market hours. The article concludes by pondering the future of crypto exchanges, viewing multi-asset trading as a sign of the market integrating into the global financial system. It questions whether current CFD-based models are a final solution or a transitional step towards true asset tokenization (RWA) and awaits clearer regulatory frameworks for deeper integration.

Odaily星球日报02/13 08:57

From Bitcoin to NVIDIA: How Gate is Creating the 'All-in-One Trading Account' for the Web3 Era?

Odaily星球日报02/13 08:57

NYSE Parent Company ICE Makes Major Moves: Dual Approach with Index Futures Contracts and Predictive Market Sentiment Tools

NYSE parent company ICE has launched two major initiatives: seven new CoinDesk index cryptocurrency futures contracts and a market sentiment tool using Polymarket prediction data. The futures include indices and single-asset contracts like Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, XRP, and BNB, all cash-settled in USD. These are based on established CoinDesk indices, which are widely used in ETFs and manage over $40 billion in assets. Additionally, ICE plans to introduce a USDC futures product based on CoinDesk’s overnight rate, marking a significant step in recognizing DeFi rates in traditional finance. Simultaneously, ICE is leveraging its investment in Polymarket to offer institutional investors real-time predictive data on events like geopolitical risks or commodity price shifts, enhancing decision-making with crowd-sourced market signals. These moves reflect ICE’s broader strategy to integrate crypto and traditional finance, expanding its ecosystem through partnerships and new products in a crypto-friendly regulatory environment.

marsbit02/13 06:45

NYSE Parent Company ICE Makes Major Moves: Dual Approach with Index Futures Contracts and Predictive Market Sentiment Tools

marsbit02/13 06:45

XRP Spot ETFs Riding The Bullish Wave, Attracting Broader Wall Street Allocation

Despite a volatile and bearish broader cryptocurrency market, Spot XRP ETFs continue to demonstrate strong performance, attracting significant capital from both retail and institutional investors. Data shows consistent inflows into these regulated products since January 27, with Canary Capital, Franklin Templeton, Bitwise, and 21Shares collectively accumulating over 48.7 million XRP in a nine-day period. This trend reflects growing institutional confidence in gaining exposure to XRP without direct custodial risks. Notably, Goldman Sachs has invested over $152 million in XRP Spot ETFs, as revealed in its Q4 2025 filing, signaling deeper Wall Street involvement and a new phase of integration with traditional finance.

bitcoinist02/13 06:02

XRP Spot ETFs Riding The Bullish Wave, Attracting Broader Wall Street Allocation

bitcoinist02/13 06:02

From Frenzy to Chill: Solana Falls Below $80, Meme Narrative Recedes

Foresight News reports that Solana (SOL) has experienced a significant downturn, falling below $80 and hitting a low of $67 in early February—its lowest point since December 2023. The token has declined for five consecutive months, with a peak drop of over 71% from its October 2025 high. Key NFT projects like Mad Lads also saw major devaluations. During the bull market, SOL rose dramatically from $8 to $295, fueled largely by meme coin mania on platforms like Pump.fun. Meme activity, including tokens like Dogwifhat and Bonk, drove high engagement, further amplified by Donald Trump’s token launch on Solana. However, the meme trend has since cooled, with trading volume on Pump.fun dropping to one-sixth of its peak. Attention and capital have partially shifted to BNB Chain, where meme platforms gained traction in late 2025. Solana also faces growing competition from other blockchains. Ethereum’s upgrades have improved its scalability and reduced fees, narrowing Solana’s speed advantage. Base chain has also grown, attracting users with AI-related tokens. Additionally, real-world asset (RWA) tokenization remains dominated by Ethereum, limiting Solana’s expansion in that sector. Despite earlier support from corporate digital asset treasuries (DATs)—which bought SOL as treasury assets—the overall bear market and declining confidence have outweighed buy-side pressure. Both Bitcoin and Ethereum have also seen significant price drops recently. Solana’s co-founder has openly sought community feedback on the network’s challenges, which include over-reliance on meme culture and lack of diverse, perceived utility beyond speculative assets.

比推02/13 05:37

From Frenzy to Chill: Solana Falls Below $80, Meme Narrative Recedes

比推02/13 05:37

Coinbase and Solana Make Consecutive Moves, Agent Economy Set to Become the Next Big Narrative

On February 11, 2026, Coinbase announced the launch of Agentic Wallets, a wallet specifically designed for AI agents to independently hold and manage funds. Unlike the earlier AgentKit, which required developers to embed wallet functionality, Agentic Wallets offer a plug-and-play solution, allowing users to equip any AI agent with a wallet in under two minutes. These wallets enable agents to perform tasks like authentication, sending/receiving funds, payments, trading, and yield farming, all with programmable spending limits and security features to prevent fund depletion. Transactions occur on the Base chain with no gas fees for agents. Coinbase's goal is to foster an agent economy on Base, transforming AI agents from "brains without hands" into autonomous entities capable of executing financial actions. Potential applications include autonomous DeFi management, agent-driven commerce, content tokenization, and multi-chain operations. Shortly after Coinbase's announcement, Solana responded with a similar solution, lobster.cash, signaling the start of a new competitive landscape in on-chain agent economies. This development is poised to become a major narrative in the crypto space.

marsbit02/13 03:07

Coinbase and Solana Make Consecutive Moves, Agent Economy Set to Become the Next Big Narrative

marsbit02/13 03:07

Israeli Military Catching Insiders on Polymarket

Israeli military and civilian prosecutors have charged a reservist soldier and a civilian with using classified military information to profit from bets on the prediction market platform Polymarket. The suspects allegedly leveraged insider knowledge on the timing of military operations to place winning bets, netting over $150,000. One user, identified as "Rundeep," reportedly achieved a 100% success rate in six Israel-related predictions, often betting when odds were below 50%. The case highlights concerns about insider trading on prediction markets, especially regarding sensitive areas like military actions, where such activities could compromise operational security and potentially influence real-world outcomes. Regulatory scrutiny may follow as these platforms face growing scrutiny over their role in public affairs betting.

Odaily星球日报02/13 02:28

Israeli Military Catching Insiders on Polymarket

Odaily星球日报02/13 02:28

What Have Crypto KOLs Been Talking About in the Past 24 Hours!

Over the past 24 hours, Chinese crypto KOLs shifted focus to industry controversies amid Bitcoin's sluggish performance and bearish signals. Key discussions included Coinbase CEO's significant stock sales and service outages, sparking user concerns and comparisons to Binance's stability. Exchange rivalries intensified, particularly between OKX and Binance, with accusations of coordinated messaging among influencers. Debates also emerged about the industry's future, with some predicting decline due to regulatory pressure and lack of utility, while others argued for separating "Web3" compliance narratives from community-driven innovation. Critics noted the crypto space's inward focus contrasts with rapid AI advancements elsewhere, suggesting wasted potential.

比推02/13 02:00

What Have Crypto KOLs Been Talking About in the Past 24 Hours!

比推02/13 02:00

Crypto Morning Report: Coinbase Reports Q4 Net Loss of $667 Million, Binance SAFU Fund Buys Another $300 Million in Bitcoin

Crypto Exchange Coinbase reported a net loss of $667 million in Q4, with revenue declining 20% to $1.8 billion due to a cooling crypto market. Meanwhile, Binance’s SAFU fund purchased an additional 4,545 BTC, worth approximately $304.58 million. In regulatory developments, the CFTC appointed 35 members to its new Innovation Advisory Committee, including leaders from Solana, Ripple, Coinbase, and other major crypto firms. Hong Kong Monetary Authority outlined its 2026 priorities, emphasizing support for sustainable and responsible development of the digital asset industry. Aave Labs proposed a new strategy to direct 100% of Aave-branded product revenue to its DAO treasury, requesting funding of $25 million in stablecoins and 75,000 AAVE tokens in return. Other notable updates include Lighter’s partnership with Circle to share yield from $920 million in USDC deposits, and Cango’s $10.5 million equity financing plus a $65 million investment commitment to expand into AI and computing infrastructure. Market sentiment remains cautious as Bitcoin’s price dipped amid broader economic uncertainty, with upcoming CPI data likely to influence future trends.

marsbit02/13 01:08

Crypto Morning Report: Coinbase Reports Q4 Net Loss of $667 Million, Binance SAFU Fund Buys Another $300 Million in Bitcoin

marsbit02/13 01:08

Citi builds on Solana: Will SOL become the ‘internet capital market’?

Citigroup (Citi) has completed a proof-of-concept for tokenizing traditional financial instruments on the Solana blockchain in collaboration with PwC. The test simulated the full lifecycle of tokenized bills of exchange, exploring how TradFi assets can move onto blockchain in a practical way. Despite recent price volatility and an 11% weekly drop in SOL's value, the network continues to demonstrate strong fundamentals. Solana handles approximately three times more daily transactions than Ethereum and all its Layer 2 networks combined. Its Total Value Locked (TVL) stands at around $6.36 billion, with significant DEX volume of $3.72 billion and perpetual futures volume of $1.45 billion. Notably, SOL spot ETFs saw $8.89 million in weekly inflows despite the price decline, bringing total assets to roughly $674 million, indicating strong long-term investor confidence. As summarized by a researcher from Artemis, Solana leads in users, transactions, developer growth, trading volume, and fees, positioning it to potentially become the "internet capital market." Institutional experimentation and continued capital allocation suggest growing belief in Solana's long-term narrative.

ambcrypto02/13 00:02

Citi builds on Solana: Will SOL become the ‘internet capital market’?

ambcrypto02/13 00:02

Coinbase Users Locked Out: Unable To Buy, Sell, Or Transfer Crypto

Coinbase experienced a significant service disruption on Wednesday, preventing users from buying, selling, or transferring cryptocurrency. The outage occurred just before the company's Q4 2025 earnings report, causing its stock (COIN) to drop 8% to $140. Coinbase acknowledged the issue on social media, deployed a fix, and assured users that funds were secure, but did not disclose the root cause. Ahead of earnings, Monness Crespi double-downgraded COIN from buy to sell, citing a $120 price target and predicting continued weakness in the crypto market.

bitcoinist02/12 22:01

Coinbase Users Locked Out: Unable To Buy, Sell, Or Transfer Crypto