# Сопутствующие статьи по теме Competition

Новостной центр HTX предлагает последние статьи и углубленный анализ по "Competition", охватывающие рыночные тренды, новости проектов, развитие технологий и политику регулирования в криптоиндустрии.

The Structural Reversal of TGE: Is It a 'Liability' to Be Liquidated or an 'Asset' to Be Left Behind?

The crypto industry is experiencing a structural shift in the role and perception of Token Generation Events (TGEs). Once seen as a finish line, TGEs are now becoming a complex "coming-of-age" ritual, marking a broader market move from "valuation discovery" to "value discovery." Driven by regulatory clarity (like MiCA in the EU) and institutional participation, 2026 is predicted to be a peak year for TGEs, with an estimated 15-30% increase in events. However, this surge in supply—from old project unlocks, delayed TGEs, and new launches—will occur alongside intense competition for scarce liquidity, lowering market tolerance for new tokens. The classic "token first, product later" model is failing. Without achieving Product-Market Fit (PMF), a token acts as a costly liability, draining team resources and morale. Narrative alone is no longer sufficient; liquidity now demands genuine utility. For projects to survive the intense competition of 2026, the focus must shift: - Building consensus around a strong narrative and solving real problems, not just technical specs. - Cultivating a seed community of genuine users for feedback, rather than just token holders. - Planning for sustainability post-TGE with continued marketing, grants, and deep liquidity. - Designing token economies that dynamically balance unlocks and use real revenue for buybacks. In conclusion, a successful TGE is no longer measured by listing price volatility, but by a team's ability to have achieved PMF *before* the event, generating real users or cash flow. This brutal shift towards value is a market purification that will ultimately benefit long-term builders.

marsbit12/25 01:20

The Structural Reversal of TGE: Is It a 'Liability' to Be Liquidated or an 'Asset' to Be Left Behind?

marsbit12/25 01:20

The Trillion-Dollar Stablecoin War: Binance Decides to Re-enter the Fray

The stablecoin market, with $27.6 trillion in on-chain transfers in 2024, has surpassed the combined volume of Visa and Mastercard. This marks a shift from a niche crypto product to a critical piece of global financial infrastructure. The article outlines the evolution of stablecoins. The 1.0 era was defined by first-mover advantage and passive monopolies. Tether's USDT dominates with a 60% market share, while Circle's USDC, despite its compliance focus, faced a crisis during the 2023 Silicon Valley Bank collapse, proving that network effect is the ultimate moat. Binance's journey reflects this competitive landscape. Its first stablecoin, the regulated BUSD, was shut down by U.S. regulators in 2023. It then pivoted to supporting FDUSD and has now taken a strategic stake in a new model with the launch of $U. Unlike traditional stablecoins, $U is a "stablecoin ETF" or "套娃" (nesting doll), backed by a basket of existing stablecoins: USDT, USDC, and the politically-connected USD1 from the Trump family. USD1's rapid growth, including a $2 billion investment into Binance from an Abu Dhabi fund, highlights a new dimension: stablecoins. The article argues that stablecoins are no longer just financial tools but vehicles for political capital and a new front in the battle for monetary influence, as evidenced by the U.S. passing the GENIUS Act to establish a federal regulatory framework. The "nesting doll" structure of $U aims to mitigate single-point risks (e.g., USDT's opacity, USDC's banking risk, USD1's political ties) and aggregate liquidity. However, it also creates a potential chain of risk contagion. The competition has moved from a solo fight for survival (1.0) to an era of alliances and aggregation (2.0), where the key is who can build the largest coalition. With giants like PayPal and Ripple entering the fray, the battle for the future of digital dollars is intensifying, and its outcome will have profound implications for the global financial system.

marsbit12/24 06:11

The Trillion-Dollar Stablecoin War: Binance Decides to Re-enter the Fray

marsbit12/24 06:11

Crypto.com says market maker boosts liquidity, denies trading edge on customers

Crypto.com is establishing an internal market-making team to support its expansion into prediction markets, a move it states is fully compliant with regulations and designed to boost liquidity. The company denies its internal team has any unfair advantage, asserting it does not get a "first look" at customer orders or proprietary data. It emphasized that all market makers operate under the same rules to ensure fairness and that proprietary trading is not a revenue source. The practice is common among competitors like Kalshi and Polymarket, which also use market makers to provide liquidity.

cointelegraph12/23 16:38

Crypto.com says market maker boosts liquidity, denies trading edge on customers

cointelegraph12/23 16:38

The Hidden Realities and Concerns Behind Web3 Unicorn Phantom

The Web3 unicorn Phantom, valued at $3 billion, has navigated a challenging 2025 in the crypto wallet market. While its user base grew to nearly 20 million monthly active users and assets under custody surpassed $25 billion, its market share in embedded swaps plummeted from 10% to just 0.5%, as users migrated to exchange-linked wallets offering lower fees and stronger incentives. Phantom, which started on Solana and expanded multi-chain, remains heavily dependent on the Solana ecosystem, with 97% of its swap transactions occurring there. This has posed risks as Solana's TVL declined over 34% from its peak. In response, Phantom has aggressively pursued new product lines to diversify revenue and usage. Key launches include its native stablecoin CASH, which surpassed $100 million in supply; a Phantom-branded debit card for spending crypto in the U.S.; the acquisition of trading tools like Solsniper; integration of a prediction market with Kalshi; and the release of a free SDK, Phantom Connect, for easier dApp onboarding. CEO Brandon Millman emphasizes focusing on product over token launches or an IPO, aiming to make crypto a tool for everyday payments. However, the path is competitive, with MetaMask having already launched a similar card in more regions. The success of Phantom's debit card and the sustainability of its stablecoin remain to be proven as it battles to define the future of independent non-custodial wallets.

marsbit12/23 12:08

The Hidden Realities and Concerns Behind Web3 Unicorn Phantom

marsbit12/23 12:08

Racing to Be the First Stock: The Substance, Capabilities, and Ambition of China's Largest Independent Model Company

Zhipu AI, China's largest independent large language model (LLM) company by revenue, has passed its listing hearing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange with a valuation of RMB 24.377 billion. Its IPO filing provides the first clear look at the financials of a major Chinese LLM player. From 2022 to 2024, Zhipu's revenue grew at a 130% CAGR, reaching RMB 310 million in 2024. Nearly 85% of its revenue comes from on-premise model deployments for enterprise clients, with the remainder from its MaaS (Model-as-a-Service) platform. Despite rapid revenue growth, the company reported significant adjusted net losses, driven overwhelmingly by R&D expenses which reached RMB 1.59 billion in H1 2025. A major portion of these costs is attributed to computing power, essential for training its flagship models. A key part of Zhipu's strategy is a "land and expand" approach: using strategic price cuts on its MaaS platform to attract a large user base (over 1.2 million enterprise developers) and then converting them into high-value on-premise clients. The release of its powerful open-source base model, GLM-4.5/4.6, which ranks among the top global models in several benchmarks, led to an exponential increase in API calls and token consumption. The company is betting that continued heavy R&D investment is necessary to stay at the forefront of the intensely competitive global AI market. Its leadership believes that possessing a superior base model is the ultimate product and the key to long-term growth, even if it requires substantial short-term losses. As one of the first Chinese LLM firms to file for an IPO, Zhipu's market debut is poised to be a major test for valuing China's independent AI industry.

marsbit12/23 11:13

Racing to Be the First Stock: The Substance, Capabilities, and Ambition of China's Largest Independent Model Company

marsbit12/23 11:13

DEX adoption, HIP-3 fuel $200 HYPE case as rivals threaten Hyperliquid’s dominance

Decentralized perpetuals exchange Hyperliquid has emerged as a breakout project in 2025, though it faces growing competition from rivals with lucrative reward systems. Cantor Fitzgerald forecasts that Hyperliquid’s HYPE token could reach $200 by 2035, driven by the implementation of HIP-3 and a token buyback mechanism that returns fees to holders. The report assumes a 15% annual growth rate and a reduction in token supply. However, emerging competitors like Lighter DEX pose a significant threat. Lighter uses a zero-fee model and a points-based farming system, attracting high trading volumes and speculation around an upcoming token launch. Despite Hyperliquid’s strong position, competitor incentives may challenge its dominance.

cointelegraph12/22 12:59

DEX adoption, HIP-3 fuel $200 HYPE case as rivals threaten Hyperliquid’s dominance

cointelegraph12/22 12:59

Tokenized stocks are the big winner of 2025 – Here’s why!

Tokenized stocks have emerged as the standout performer of 2025, with a remarkable 2,695% year-to-date growth in market capitalization, far outpacing other tokenized assets like commodities (225%) and funds (148%). While Ethereum remains the dominant blockchain for issuance, its market share is increasingly challenged by newer chains such as Solana, BNB Chain, Arbitrum, Base, and Polygon. This expansion reflects a broader competitive race among blockchains to capture a segment of the massive traditional financial markets—stocks and funds each represent over $100 trillion, while commodities add another $30 trillion-plus opportunity. The growth is driven by the ability of blockchain to reduce costs, accelerate settlement, and reach new users, making tokenized assets a critical area for infrastructure development and long-term relevance.

ambcrypto12/22 04:01

Tokenized stocks are the big winner of 2025 – Here’s why!

ambcrypto12/22 04:01

Blockchain Association Rejects Proposal To Widen Stablecoin Yield Restrictions

The Blockchain Association, along with over 125 crypto and fintech groups, is urging Senate Banking leaders to oppose efforts to expand a ban on stablecoin yields beyond what is explicitly stated in the GENIUS Act. The law prohibits stablecoin issuers from paying yields directly to holders but allows third-party platforms to offer rewards. The association argues that broadening the ban would harm competition and innovation, favoring larger financial firms. In contrast, banking groups, led by the American Bankers Association, are pushing for the ban to extend to partners and affiliates, warning that stablecoin rewards could circumvent the law and drain trillions from traditional bank deposits. The debate centers on consumer protection, financial stability, and the future competitive landscape of digital payments. Senate Banking staff are reviewing both sides as they consider potential legislative clarifications.

bitcoinist12/21 13:01

Blockchain Association Rejects Proposal To Widen Stablecoin Yield Restrictions

bitcoinist12/21 13:01

Solana vs. Ethereum heats up – Is the ‘ETH killer’ narrative finally real?

The competition between Solana and Ethereum intensifies as Solana demonstrates significant on-chain growth, positioning it to potentially surpass Ethereum in annual revenue for the first time with $1.4 billion. This surge is largely driven by Solana's dominance in the Real World Asset (RWA) sector, which has grown 372% compared to Ethereum's 198%, attracting substantial capital inflows. Despite a bearish SOL/ETH price ratio in 2025, Solana has shown relative strength with a higher high on the 12-month chart. Its scalability and increasing network activity suggest that its on-chain dominance may soon reflect in price performance, making it a key competitor to watch.

ambcrypto12/20 15:02

Solana vs. Ethereum heats up – Is the ‘ETH killer’ narrative finally real?

ambcrypto12/20 15:02

Crypto Giants Battle Banks Over Stablecoin Reward Programs

A coalition of over 125 crypto companies is advocating for the protection of stablecoin reward programs amid opposition from traditional banks. The dispute centers on the GENIUS Act, which currently allows platforms—but not issuers—to offer rewards. Banking groups are pushing to extend restrictions to platforms, arguing that such programs carry risks similar to interest paid by issuers. The crypto industry, led by groups like the Blockchain Association, compares these rewards to credit card incentives and warns that limiting them would harm competition and innovation. They emphasize that stablecoin rewards offer significantly higher returns than traditional bank accounts, which yield minimal interest, and argue that restricting these programs would primarily benefit large banks at the expense of consumers and fintech firms.

TheNewsCrypto12/20 09:03

Crypto Giants Battle Banks Over Stablecoin Reward Programs