The article, based on advice from the Paradigm team for entrepreneurs, provides a detailed analysis of the key role that BD (Business Development) leads play in driving Total Value Locked (TVL) growth. It covers aspects such as establishing partnerships, optimizing product distribution strategies, and expanding the ecosystem. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of founders in early-stage sales and explains how to recruit a BD lead at the right time.

As the Solana ecosystem grows, more investors are exploring ways to maximize their earned SOL. Whether through official staking or participation in various DeFi projects, investors can enhance network security and liquidity while earning competitive returns. However, each approach has unique characteristics and potential risks, including yield fluctuations, liquidity constraints on staked assets, and smart contract vulnerabilities. This article explores Solana’s official staking, Kraken, Lido, Serum, Raydium, Tulip Protocol, and other leading platforms, and details their requirements, yields, staking pools, yield cycles, advantages, and disadvantages.

This article explores the core functions of blockchain and its most suitable use cases from a first-principles perspective.

GMGN is an on-chain data analytics and trading tool specifically designed for meme coin traders. By integrating data streams from multiple meme coin launch platforms, the platform captures real-time token launch information, liquidity changes, and social media trends, ensuring users can quickly stay on top of market dynamics and make timely decisions.

Gate Research (March 21–27, 2025) presents a comprehensive analysis of key developments in the cryptocurrency market and broader macroeconomic landscape. On March 21, the U.S. SEC clarified that PoW mining activities do not constitute securities issuance. On March 24, the IMF officially introduced a crypto asset classification system, listing Bitcoin under the capital account. That same day, the Oklahoma House passed a bill proposing the inclusion of Bitcoin in public fund reserves, while Kentucky signed the "Bitcoin Rights Act" to protect the rights to self-custody and node operation. On March 25, Asia Web3 Alliance Japan proposed a U.S.-Japan partnership to advance tokenization and Web3 innovation. Finally, on March 27, Wyoming announced plans to launch the WYST stablecoin in July, marking the first fiat-backed stablecoin to be issued by a U.S. state.

Gate Research: This report summarizes the key developments in the blockchain industry from March 24-28, 2025. Gate.io Wallet has officially integrated support for Berachain, enhancing both security and liquidity; PancakeSwap topped the weekly trading volume among DEXs, with a remarkable increase of over 40% in weekly volume; Berachain launched its PoL system, enabling liquidity-driven decentralized governance; Nillion Alpha went live on its mainnet, advancing the development of privacy-preserving infrastructure for Web3; PumpSwap recorded a daily trading volume exceeding $580 million, capturing 19.2% of the Solana ecosystem's market share; Hyperliquid experienced a manipulation attack, intensifying concerns over trust and security.

Gate Research: This week, Orochi Network, Wayfinder, InfiniFi, and OneFootball are spotlighted for giving users meaningful ways to dive into the Web3 ecosystem. Orochi Network is building a verifiable data infrastructure, rewarding users with $ON tokens, exclusive community roles, and special perks for completing tasks. Wayfinder, a blockchain-based AI agent framework, has committed 40% of its total token supply to community distribution, emphasizing user engagement from the start. InfiniFi, a decentralized finance protocol, encourages participation and sharing through a gamified points system. Meanwhile, OneFootball, a long-standing football media company, is preparing to launch its native token OFC, with current points program participants likely to qualify for future airdrops. All four projects are still in their early stages, offering users the chance to get involved early, shape the ecosystems, and potentially benefit from long-term rewards.

Gate Research Weekly Report: This week, BTC price showed an upward trend this week, reaching a high of $88,757. Hyperliquid faced a manipulation attack, intensifying trust concerns. Wyoming plans to launch its WYST stablecoin in July. Ethereum developers drafted EIP-7917 proposal. Aave lending rates dropped to 4% amid rising market caution. Berachain's TVL exceeded $3.4 billion, with Infrared emerging as a key growth driver. DeFi protocol Abracadabra suffered a $13 million exploit.

Arcium entering the TGE (Token Generation Event) process marks the end of classical privacy projects—an event even more iconic than the reversal of Tornado Cash’s case. From this point forward, project teams will proactively impose self-limitations, and boundaries will be established.

Heima (HEI) is a blockchain-based ecosystem focused on decentralized identity, secure data storage, and AI-driven smart contract automation.

A Grayscale Research report identifies three key advantages that have established Ethereum as the leading smart contract platform: its large, diverse developer ecosystem; substantial on-chain capital; and a culture focused on decentralization, security, and neutrality. Meanwhile, platforms such as Solana and Sui are drawing users by offering high throughput, low transaction costs, and superior user experience. Looking ahead, the report suggests that networks combining high transaction fees with favorable supply-demand structures will hold competitive advantages. Ethereum is positioned to continue attracting users and maintain its significant role in smart contract platform economics.‌‍‌‌‍

Axone is a decentralized orchestration protocol designed to transform the digital landscape by seamlessly connecting and sharing digital resources, particularly within the AI stack.

Aigisos is a RollApp blockchain on Dymension, leveraging RSBFT consensus for enhanced security and fault tolerance. It offers advanced security through RSBFT consensus, powering the AIDX derivatives exchange and future liquidity solutions.

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.

Particle Network is a blockchain infrastructure project focused on Chain Abstraction, aimed at addressing core issues such as fragmented user experience, dispersed liquidity, and complex cross-chain operations in a multi-chain ecosystem.