Track market-moving stories before they get noisy

What is DNS hijacking? How it took down Curve Finance’s website

PANews reported on March 2nd that, according to BlockSec Phalcon monitoring, its system detected a suspicious transaction targeting the Inverse Finance contract on Ethereum several hours ago, resulting in a loss of approximately $240,000. The incident appears to involve DOLA price manipulation, forcing multiple users to liquidate their contracts.

BlockSec stated that it has contacted the project team but has not yet received a response. Since it is unclear whether other users are affected, further technical details will not be disclosed at this time, and affected users are advised to take immediate action.

Rubio: US and Iran to continue technical consultations at the end of this month

Multiple foreign media outlets reported on the 24th that US Secretary of State Rubio said technical teams from the United States and Iran will hold further talks in Switzerland by the end of June. (Xinhua News Agency)

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Over the past 24 hours, total crypto market liquidations hit $606 million, with more than 130,000 traders liquidated.

According to Coinglass data, the global cryptocurrency market recorded $606 million in liquidations over the past 24 hours, including $542 million in long-position liquidations and $68.22 million in short-position liquidations. A total of 135,785 traders worldwide were liquidated in the same period, with the largest single liquidation order occurring on Binance’s BTCUSDT trading pair, valued at $12.0111 million.

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Bitcoin falls below $60,000

According to HTX market data, Bitcoin has fallen below $60,000, with a 4.3% drop in the past 24 hours.

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US Treasury Secretary: AI boom may boost productivity and help curb inflation.

US Treasury Secretary Bessent told CNBC in an interview that he hopes the Federal Reserve will remain "open-minded" about the inflation pattern after the reversal of Iran-related energy price hikes. Bessent noted that the U.S. could enter an economic environment marked by high GDP growth without a corresponding rise in traditional inflation. He cited that in the 1990s, Alan Greenspan foresaw that office modernization and the internet could drive non-inflationary growth, and allowed the economy to keep expanding. Bessent believes the U.S. has a strong chance of seeing a similar scenario again. When asked whether the Fed still needs to worry about potential inflation and whether interest rate cuts are possible this year or next, Bessent declined to comment. However, he argued that it is necessary to stay open-minded about the price or inflation impacts from the Iran conflict, and monitor inflation performance after those effects subside. Bessent also said an open mind is needed, as the AI boom could boost productivity and deliver disinflationary effects, helping inflation return to the Fed’s target level. He added that he believes Kevin Warsh will choose the optimal path that meets both the Fed’s inflation and growth mandates. Bessent also noted that Warsh previously took a hawkish stance on inflation.

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US stocks' intraday storage sector sees broad declines, with Western Digital and Seagate Technology both falling over 4%.

According to Bitget data, during U.S. stock trading hours, the storage sector saw broad declines: Western Digital (WDC) fell 4.47%, Seagate Technology (STX) dropped 4.17%, SanDisk (SNDK) declined 2.31%, and Micron Technology (MU) edged down 0.96%. Most optical communication concept stocks rose, with Corning (GLW) leading the gains at 9.75%, followed by Ciena (CIEN) up 3.24%, Coherent (COHR) rising 2.93%, Lumentum (LITE) gaining 2.61%, and Nokia (NOK) advancing 1.82%. Additionally, Marvell Technology (MRVL) fell 2.59% and Applied Optoelectronics (AAOI) declined 1.90%.

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During intraday trading in U.S. stocks, crypto-related concept stocks fell broadly, with MSTR dropping more than 7%.

According to Bitget market data, the three major U.S. stock indexes rose broadly: the Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 0.94%, the S&P 500 increased 0.60%, and the Nasdaq rose 0.63%. Crypto-related stocks fell across the board, with declines as follows: Strategy (MSTR) down 7.33%; Circle (CRCL) down 4.35%; Bitmine (BMNR) down 3.97%; Coinbase (COIN) down 3.73%; Robinhood (HOOD) down 3.70%; Gemini (GEMI) down 3.27%; Bullish (BLSH) down 3.25%; Sharplink (SBET) down 3.19%.

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Rubio: US and Iran to continue technical consultations at the end of this month

Multiple foreign media outlets reported on the 24th that US Secretary of State Rubio said technical teams from the United States and Iran will hold further talks in Switzerland by the end of June. (Xinhua News Agency)

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Over the past 24 hours, total crypto market liquidations hit $606 million, with more than 130,000 traders liquidated.

According to Coinglass data, the global cryptocurrency market recorded $606 million in liquidations over the past 24 hours, including $542 million in long-position liquidations and $68.22 million in short-position liquidations. A total of 135,785 traders worldwide were liquidated in the same period, with the largest single liquidation order occurring on Binance’s BTCUSDT trading pair, valued at $12.0111 million.

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Bitcoin falls below $60,000

According to HTX market data, Bitcoin has fallen below $60,000, with a 4.3% drop in the past 24 hours.

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US Treasury Secretary: AI boom may boost productivity and help curb inflation.

US Treasury Secretary Bessent told CNBC in an interview that he hopes the Federal Reserve will remain "open-minded" about the inflation pattern after the reversal of Iran-related energy price hikes. Bessent noted that the U.S. could enter an economic environment marked by high GDP growth without a corresponding rise in traditional inflation. He cited that in the 1990s, Alan Greenspan foresaw that office modernization and the internet could drive non-inflationary growth, and allowed the economy to keep expanding. Bessent believes the U.S. has a strong chance of seeing a similar scenario again. When asked whether the Fed still needs to worry about potential inflation and whether interest rate cuts are possible this year or next, Bessent declined to comment. However, he argued that it is necessary to stay open-minded about the price or inflation impacts from the Iran conflict, and monitor inflation performance after those effects subside. Bessent also said an open mind is needed, as the AI boom could boost productivity and deliver disinflationary effects, helping inflation return to the Fed’s target level. He added that he believes Kevin Warsh will choose the optimal path that meets both the Fed’s inflation and growth mandates. Bessent also noted that Warsh previously took a hawkish stance on inflation.

5 hours ago

US stocks' intraday storage sector sees broad declines, with Western Digital and Seagate Technology both falling over 4%.

According to Bitget data, during U.S. stock trading hours, the storage sector saw broad declines: Western Digital (WDC) fell 4.47%, Seagate Technology (STX) dropped 4.17%, SanDisk (SNDK) declined 2.31%, and Micron Technology (MU) edged down 0.96%. Most optical communication concept stocks rose, with Corning (GLW) leading the gains at 9.75%, followed by Ciena (CIEN) up 3.24%, Coherent (COHR) rising 2.93%, Lumentum (LITE) gaining 2.61%, and Nokia (NOK) advancing 1.82%. Additionally, Marvell Technology (MRVL) fell 2.59% and Applied Optoelectronics (AAOI) declined 1.90%.

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During intraday trading in U.S. stocks, crypto-related concept stocks fell broadly, with MSTR dropping more than 7%.

According to Bitget market data, the three major U.S. stock indexes rose broadly: the Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 0.94%, the S&P 500 increased 0.60%, and the Nasdaq rose 0.63%. Crypto-related stocks fell across the board, with declines as follows: Strategy (MSTR) down 7.33%; Circle (CRCL) down 4.35%; Bitmine (BMNR) down 3.97%; Coinbase (COIN) down 3.73%; Robinhood (HOOD) down 3.70%; Gemini (GEMI) down 3.27%; Bullish (BLSH) down 3.25%; Sharplink (SBET) down 3.19%.

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Privacy Coins Defy Market Panic, Outperform All Other Crypto Sectors in 2025

PANews reported on March 17th that Neutron, a Cosmos ecosystem project, announced its transition to a long-term maintenance mode. Due to unfavorable market conditions over the past few months rendering its original strategy ineffective, and after failing to find alternative paths such as new product development, blockchain mergers and acquisitions, and a new leadership, Neutron has decided to prioritize the interests of users and builders by transitioning the network to a long-term maintenance state. DEX and Supervault will be suspended and enter a withdrawal-only mode no later than April 17th. dNTRN holders can redeem their NTRN through the Drop website or the Neutron application starting March 23rd. wstETH holders must bridge back to Ethereum by June 30th. The redemption mechanism for NTRN holders will be announced separately. Hadron Labs will be responsible for network maintenance until June 30th, 2026, after which a manual withdrawal guide will be released. Governance will transition from a custom system to the standard Cosmos staking model, inflation will be dynamically adjusted, and the validator set will be reduced.

The key timeline is as follows:

March 16: Supervault deposits have been disabled, and the BTCFi event has ended; March 23: dNTRN redemption opens (via Drop website or Neutron app). March 27: Deadline for price inquiry regarding the right to maintain rights; April: Proposed NTRN redemption mechanism (details pending); DEX and Supervault suspended operations and entered withdrawal-only mode. April 30: Fireblocks ended support for Neutron; Early May: Network upgrade, introducing new governance, staking, and token economic models; June 30: Hadron Labs maintenance is complete; the withdrawal portal is no longer supported; a manual withdrawal guide has been released. July to September: DAO commissions were gradually withdrawn and destroyed.

Vitalik Buterin: L2s are ‘cultural extensions’ of Ethereum

What is Railgun? A Guide to the EVM Privacy Protocol

PANews reported on April 24th that, according to SoSoValue data, the cryptocurrency market saw mixed performance. The Meme sector rose 1.23% in the last 24 hours, with Binance Life up 8.68%, ORDI (ORDI) up 7.03%, and FLOKI up 3.82%. Meanwhile, Bitcoin (BTC) fell 0.12%, fluctuating narrowly around $78,000; Ethereum (ETH) fell 1.65%, retreating to around $2,300.

In other sectors, the PayFi sector rose 0.99% in the last 24 hours, with Telcoin (TEL) up 4.98%; the DeFi sector rose 0.97%, with Ethena (ENA) up 3.75%; the AI ​​sector rose 0.70%, with SkyAI (SKYAI) up 27.57%; the Layer 2 sector rose 0.60%, with Arbitrum (ARB) up 2.52%; the Layer 1 sector rose 0.27%, with Zcash (ZEC) up 7.54%; the CeFi sector fell 0.01%, with FTX (FTT) remaining relatively strong, rising 1.33%.

Hong Kong-based stablecoin issuer First Digital Trust said Thursday it is expanding its FDUSD token to the Solana network.

First Digital USD (FDUSD), the fourth largest stablecoin by market capitalization issued by Hong Kong-based firm First Digital Trust, is coming to Solana as it seeks new ecosystems after rolling out products on Ethereum and BNB Chain (formerly Binance Smart Chain).

https://twitter.com/FDLabsHQ/status/1851584677246886112

In an Oct. 30 announcement on X, the team behind the stablecoin said the selection was due to Solana’s transactional output, calling it an “ideal solution for real-time payments and settlements.”

The team added that FDUSD’s upcoming integration with Solana is a “part of our broader strategy to build a versatile, resilient stablecoin ecosystem.” However, the stablecoin issuer didn’t explain when exactly it plans to launch FDUSD on Solana.

“With support on Ethereum, BNB Chain, Sui, and soon Solana, FDUSD is more globally accessible and liquid than ever.”

First Digital Trust

FDUSD quickly expands across blockchain networks Unveiled in 2023, FDUSD is issued under Hong Kong’s digital asset rules and backed by U.S. Treasury bills and bank deposits to keep its price anchored to $1. In addition to Ethereum and BNB Chain, FDUSD is also available on Sui Network.

Shortly following its launch, Binance opened trading in Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) with FDUSD, wooing traders with zero fees. As a result, the stablecoin quickly became the fourth-largest stablecoin behind Tether’s (USDT), Circle’s (USDC) and MakerDAO’s (DAI), amassing more than $2.5 billion market capitalization, as of press time

First Digital Labs has launched FDUSD on Arbitrum, Ethereum’s largest Layer-2 network, marking the stablecoin’s latest expansion and further strengthening its cross-chain presence.

The launch is designed to offer users access to low-cost, high-speed transactions while positioning First Digital USD (FDUSD) as a core stablecoin for decentralized finance, spanning five blockchains and multiple regional markets..

Already deployed on Ethereum, BNB Chain, Sui, and Solana, FDUSD’s expansion to Arbitrum represents a strategic step toward addressing Ethereum’s congestion and throughput challenges. This comes at a time of rising institutional demand for stablecoins that are secure, compliant, and integrated across multiple blockchains.

“Stablecoins will play an increasingly central role in driving global capital market liquidity over the next five years,” said Vincent Chok, CEO of First Digital. “FDUSD’s native integration with Arbitrum eliminates bridging complexities, boosts trade efficiency and strengthens our leadership in the DeFi ecosystem.”

Ryan De Souza, APAC Partnerships Lead at Offchain Labs, which supports Arbitrum, added that FDUSD’s native deployment “is not only enhancing scalability and reducing costs but also making digital finance more accessible, secure, and aligned with the evolving needs of both institutions and everyday users.”

Native integration brings security, scale, and seamless access Unlike bridged tokens that often introduce security vulnerabilities, FDUSD’s native deployment on Arbitrum provides a safer and more seamless experience. It also enables greater liquidity within Arbitrum’s DeFi ecosystem and supports everyday applications like remittances and cross-border payments through near-instant settlements.

Beginning on Friday, users can access FDUSD liquidity through Camelot, one of Arbitrum’s leading DeFi platforms. Institutional clients can also mint FDUSD directly on-chain by opening an account with First Digital, streamlining access to digital dollar liquidity across use cases such as trading, lending, and settlement.

TRON’s Sun Token (SUN) recently saw an 8% drop in value, raising investor concerns. This drop coincides with a broader downturn in the cryptocurrency market, where many major coins and tokens are also experiencing significant declines.

The SUN token’s situation is particularly interesting in that it follows a remarkable 339% growth in August, which caught the attention of many investors and traders.

As investors look for more promising opportunities, the focus has turned to a new Ethereum token, RCO Finance (RCOF), trading at an intriguing $0.03. This shift underscores the volatile nature of digital currencies and highlights the increasing interest in innovative projects within the market.

The Current State of TRON’s Sun Token TRON’s Sun Token has been quite the wild ride this past week; it initially surged and attracted the attention of many investors. However, its value has taken a nosedive recently, shedding about 8%.

This is a substantial drop, considering the recent bullish trends that had seen its price experience a boost. At the same time, investors turned to it as a hedge against plummeting prices in Solana (SOL) and other tokens.

According to analysts, the decline in value is mainly due to market corrections and changes in investor sentiment as more people pursue more stable and promising alternatives.

Currently changing hands for about $0.03439, the Sun Token is quite far from its previous highs. Of course, it could work its way higher once more, but the immediate outlook is tough, given the growing competition within the TRON ecosystem.

RCO Finance: The Rising $0.03 Ethereum Token Compared to Sun Token’s struggles, RCO Finance (RCOF) is gaining traction as a hedging and investment option in the DeFi space. With its innovative asset management and investment strategies, RCOF is capturing the attention of savvy investors looking for the next big opportunity in the current market.

RCO Finance’s prime feature is that its trading platform is completely based on AI. It uses top technologies to analyze market trends and provide recommendations for prospective assets.

This way, RCOF offers its users an advanced AI robo-advisor service to smooth the trading process with individually designed investment strategies based on personally conducted market research and individual preferences.

The robo advisor helps traders make well-informed decisions to capitalize on market opportunities and increase returns. Adding the automated market-making tool to the platform further enhances efficiency since there is no need to do the trade manually and then periodically follow up on it.

RCO Finance makes a difference as the bridge between traditional finance and the world of DeFi. It allows investors to invest in a well-diversified asset class, ranging from stocks, bonds, real estate, and commodities tokenized to RCOF Ethereum token, relieving the stress of fiat currency conversions. What diversification and growth will come with it?

One of the most critical features of RCO Finance is decentralization in governance. RCOF holders can participate in protocol upgrades and contribute to the platform’s direction, a community-driven approach that is in keeping with DeFi principles.

RCO Finance offers options such as yield farming, liquidity pools, and staking for passive income seekers. Importantly, no KYC is required here, so users have the utmost access and confidentiality.

RCO Finance prioritizes security and transparency. Leading firms like SolidProof regularly audit the protocol to ensure the safety of user funds. It is developed on the Ethereum blockchain, which enjoys the network’s strong security features and scalability.

The RCOF Ethereum token employs a deflationary model, supported by fees and taxes, to bolster its value over time. Its well-structured tokenomics aims to maintain project stability and prevent liquidity problems or pump-and-dump schemes.

The Future of RCO Finance and Its Presale The recent buzz around RCOF has captured attention with its impressive performance. As investors shift away from the declining Sun Token, many focus on the RCOF Ethereum token, currently in the second stage of its presale at $0.0344. The token features a scaling price structure, increasing significantly in the subsequent stages.

RCOF’s appeal comes from its competitive pricing and potential for high returns. Early investors are hopeful for returns as high as 1,700% when RCOF hits exchanges, with prices projected between $0.40 and $0.60. Once the Ethereum token is listed, a $200 investment could turn into over $3,400.

The prospect of significant returns draws interest and investments, with more people recognizing the potential for substantial gains. Investors are advised to act quickly as the presale grows and interest rises.

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In 2025, the ecosystems that thrive aren’t the loudest — they’re the most strategic, the most focused, and the ones building lasting value. Ecosystem health today is increasingly measured by the depth of developer engagement, not the size of token airdrops or surface-level metrics. Marketing has evolved too: AI tools, grassroots community operations, and hybrid content strategies are replacing short-lived, high-gloss campaigns.

As crypto becomes a fixture in national policy and economic frameworks, credibility and trust within ecosystems have emerged as the new currencies of growth.

There’s no one-size-fits-all playbook anymore. To uncover what’s actually working today, we spoke with growth leaders from Sui, Avalanche, Syscoin, Manta Network, and others. 

This report helps to shed some light on the ongoing trends in the crypto-related marketing and find out which of them are setting the pace for the next wave of sustainable growth.

TL;DR: In 2025, the ecosystems thriving aren’t the loudest. They’re the most strategic, most focused and most aligned with long-term value. Ecosystem health is increasingly tied to the depth of developer engagement, not the size of token airdrops or vanity metrics. Marketing has evolved. AI tools, grassroots community ops, and hybrid content strategies are replacing high-gloss, short-cycle campaigns. With crypto entering national policy agendas and economic frameworks, credibility and ecosystem trust are new growth currencies. There’s no one-size-fits-all. We spoke with growth leaders from Sui, Avalanche, Syscoin, Manta Network and others to uncover what’s actually working. Back in 2024, crypto felt like it was everywhere and nowhere all at once.

Timelines were flooded with debates, L1 vs. L2, monolithic vs. modular, liquidity this, fragmentation that. Almost everyone had a hot take and every project was scrambling for a flash of attention that barely lasted longer than a tweet.

You could launch a project, nail the narrative, get your retweets and podcast mentions and still wake up the next day with no real momentum.

It wasn’t sustainable and deep down, most teams knew it.

And yet, behind the scenes, something foundational shifted.

For the first time, crypto became a serious topic in policy rooms.

The U.S. government announced a strategic crypto reserve. The SEC greenlit Bitcoin and Ether ETPs, signaling a long-awaited shift in regulatory posture. Lawmakers started treating blockchain not as a niche asset class, but as infrastructure and a core component of national strategy. Suddenly, crypto had a seat at the big table.
That was the moment the growth playbook started to change.

Fast-forward to 2025, ecosystems that had been optimizing for virality started asking tougher questions:

What does long-term credibility look like? How do we show up to policymakers and enterprises, not just degens and influencers? Can we measure our health beyond just wallet counts and discord headcounts? To find answers, we spoke with ecosystem leaders across 10 blockchain networks, from early-stage innovators to mature platforms. Despite technical and strategic diversity, they shared one common mindset: They’re building like they plan to be here in five, ten, twenty years.

This is post-hype crypto and the rules have changed.

Key highlights and critical findings

Marketing budgets are all over the place: Some teams are grinding with less than $100K a year while others are spending $10 million and up. There’s no one-size-fits-all approach, but the gap speaks volumes.  Hybrid teams are the new normal: The smartest teams are optimizing for speed, adaptability, and high-context execution. They’re ruthlessly prioritizing talent that moves the needle, not just fills roles. Builders are the flywheel: Growth teams are channeling most of their energy into developer outreach such as grants, hackathons, ambassador programs, and local language support are common plays.  Audience alignment: In an oversaturated, narrative-heavy market, cutting through the noise to reach the right set of audience is still one of the biggest hurdles. Tactics are getting sharper:  AI-powered marketing, community-based onboarding, and incentive models like “watch-to-earn” are emerging as key differentiators in creating sticky, engaging experiences. Research Methodology To understand what’s driving ecosystem growth in 2025, we went straight to the source in conversations with ten executives across active, forward-thinking blockchain networks including Sui, Avalanche, Manta Network, Syscoin, eCash, and CrossFi Chain.

Our findings are structured across five critical themes:

→ Strategic Priorities

→ Growth Challenges

→ Team Structures

→ Marketing Tactics

→ Budget Allocation

These are the pressure points where ecosystems are being tested, where they’re iterating and where the shift from hype to health is most visible.

The answers weren’t surface-level. 

They were honest, revealing, and at times, surprisingly candid.

Section 1: The Evolving Landscape of Crypto Ecosystems 1.1 From Noise to Nuance Not long ago, crypto felt like a winner-takes-all race.

Ethereum and Bitcoin dominated headlines, while new chains clawed for attention with a flashy feature or a viral announcement.

But that playbook has changed.

Today, the landscape is more fragmented and more alive than ever.

Upstart chains can gain real traction in months. Niche ecosystems are finding staying power by serving focused communities with precision: real dev support, localized outreach, unique tooling, and use cases that resonate with people who actually build.

It’s no longer about being the biggest. 

It’s about being the most relevant to the audience that matters.

Source: Market share distribution among top ecosystems.

The momentum has shifted from mass appeal to mission-driven growth.

The ecosystems making progress are the ones listening, serving and playing the long game.

1.2 Key growth metrics and benchmarks Among surveyed ecosystems, developer adoption has become the north star metric.

While TVL remains a benchmark, leading teams are shifting toward engagement depth over vanity counts. Grants, hackathons, and local campaigns outperform short-term airdrops in both onboarding and retention.

1.3 Critical Challenges Facing Ecosystem Growth Source: Top Barriers to Ecosystem Adoption Identified by Executives

Based on direct feedback, the top challenges for ecosystems today are:

Difficulty reaching the right audience  Oversaturation of the crypto landscape Budget constraints and limited runway for experimentation While blockchain infrastructure is improving,especially with L2 scalability and better dev tooling, the biggest challenges aren’t technical anymore.

They’re strategic.

Most teams aren’t struggling with what to build but with how to position, differentiate, and communicate.

“It’s no longer enough to be technically sound. Ecosystem success depends on whether you can communicate value to developers, users and partners in the clearest, most compelling way possible.” – — Matthew Schmenk, Ecosystem Growth Lead, Avalanche

Section 2: Marketing & Growth Strategies “Marketing in crypto used to be noise. Now it’s systems thinking – who you reach, how you reach them, and why they stay.”- The Lunar Strategy Team

Ecosystem marketing in 2025 isn’t about dropping a flashy campaign, running a paid KOL loop, and hoping it sticks. Today, marketing is infrastructure.

It’s the connective tissue between ecosystem layers: builders, users, tokenholders, institutions driving onboarding, retention, and legitimacy. 

Let’s break it down:

2.1 Choosing the Right Growth Model Source: Percentage of Ecosystems Using External Agencies vs. In-House Teams

According to our survey:

60% use a hybrid model (in-house + agency) 40% operate with fully internal teams 2.2 Analysing the Pros and Cons Hybrid models allow for speed and flexibility while maintaining institutional knowledge. Fully in-house teams prioritize cohesion but may lack bandwidth or breadth of expertise.

2.3 Marketing Budget Allocation Across Ecosystems

Annual budgets vary widely:

<$500K: Primarily in-house with lean teams $500K–$1M: Hybrid setups with agency retained for campaigns $5M+: Full-stack growth teams covering PR, events, KOLs, paid media, SEO and more What’s changing in 2025 isn’t just how much teams spend, it’s how precisely they deploy capital:

Early-stage: lean, localized execution Mid-tier: AI tooling, content ops, ambassador focus Mature: brand systems, KOL pipelines, segmentation
“In 2024, we spent $2M and didn’t know what moved the needle. In 2025, we’re spending half that – with 3x the return – because we track the full funnel.” — Ecosystem CMO

Section 3: Driving Ecosystem Adoption As ecosystems compete for market share, one truth is becoming increasingly clear: developers are the new power users. 

Ecosystem health is now largely measured by the number and quality of developers actively building, contributing, and shipping.

3.1 Developer Acquisition & Retention Across the board, developer evangelism and hackathons ranked as the most effective levers for attracting high-quality builders. In 2025, 9 out of 10 ecosystem leaders called them “critical” or “highly effective.”

But incentives alone aren’t enough. 

The modern developer is motivated by clear value exchange and personal growth, not just payouts.

Here’s what’s working now:

Hackathons with real-world utility On-chain recognition (e.g., badges, NFTs) IRL builder meetups with funded follow-through In short, developer outreach is all about frictionless onboarding, compelling challenges, and a clear value exchange.

Also, programs that combine monetary reward + mentorship + visibility are far outperforming “spray-and-pray” grants.

Case Highlights:

eCash: Turned its internal engineers into public-facing magnets for talent. Builders engage because they trust the humans behind the chain. Syscoin: Hosts regionally targeted AMAs → feeds directly into localized hackathons → devs connect directly to mentors. Sui: “Watch-to-Earn” onboarding that rewards learning with gas fee discounts, NFTs, and access to future funding rounds. Takeaway: Attracting developers is about storytelling. The ecosystems seeing long-term success are those building not just incentives but infrastructure, identity and upward mobility.

While developer acquisition drives infrastructure growth, community engagement fuels longevity. Every successful ecosystem in 2025 has one thing in common: a loyal, activated community with a clear identity.

Source: The Most effective community growth tactics

While growth tactics vary, one truth stands out: the most resilient ecosystems pair online engagement with offline connection.

Top tactics driving community growth:

Strategic partnerships and cross-promotion Ambassador programs built around values, not vanity Hybrid content strategies that blend memes, education, and culture Gated experiences (e.g., token-holders-only Discord channels, NFT access passes for IRL events) But community size alone isn’t a success metric. 

In fact, ecosystems like Sui and Syscoin consistently outperform larger chains on key ecosystem health metrics not because they’re bigger, but because they’re tighter:

Higher TVL per wallet Greater contributor-to-user ratio More active builders per community member Case Study: Syscoin’s grassroots events across APAC led to a 30% increase in wallet retention among new users, with ongoing community-led workshops in 5+ cities.

3.3 The Role of Kaito in Ecosystem Brand Building In 2025, brand strategy has moved beyond logos and Twitter handles.

The Kaito framework, designed to optimize ecosystem mindshare is fast becoming a differentiator for projects seeking credibility and cohesion.

Source: Kaito mindshare metrics across top ecosystems

Adoption Snapshot:

Only 10% of surveyed ecosystems are currently using a structured Kaito strategy However, 40% are actively exploring adoption in the next cycle Projects like Berachain that adopted early Kaito brand structuring reports increased developer trust, faster community onboarding and stronger alignment between technical and community narratives.

Strategic Approaches to Kaito Optimization:

Clear “voice pillars” that reflect ecosystem values Unified messaging across technical, enterprise, and community verticals Scalable content kits and assets to empower contributors to amplify the brand Resource: The Ultimate Brand Playbook for Dominating Kaito Mindshare

Section 4: Marketing Channels & Tactics Today, ecosystems aren’t asking “How do we go viral?”

Instead, they’re asking “How do we show up with the right message, in the right format and to the right audience consistently?”

The new growth stack includes:

Influencer alignment by audience layer PR as a funnel driver, not a vanity boost Social media as ecosystem UX AI and segmentation to fine-tune delivery Let’s break down the mechanics behind the ecosystems getting it right.

4.1 Influencer Marketing Effectiveness Influencer marketing remains effective, only if you get the tier right.

Source: ROI comparison across influencer tiers

Key Takeaway: 

Nano Influencers (1K–10K): ~4.2x ROI Micro Influencers (10K–50K): ~3.9x ROI Macro/Mega Influencers: Significantly lower returns due to saturation and high CPM Nano and Micro influencers (1K–50K followers) outperform all others in ROI due to stronger niche focus, higher engagement, and lower cost-per-activation.

Though, the Top-performing influencer strategies in 2025 blend:

Nano creators for authenticity (Twitter threads, walkthroughs) Mid-tier educators for onboarding and explanation (YouTube, LinkedIn) Selective mega partnerships for major announcements or enterprise plays Best for:

Early-stage projects Ecosystems entering new regions or subcultures Campaigns focused on developer credibility over hype The Lunar Amplification Method

Used by select top-tier ecosystems, the Lunar Amplification Method is a multi-tiered distribution system that combines:

AI-driven influencer matching Creator content kits (assets, talking points, tone guides) Performance-based tiers (creators earn more by driving on-chain action) It’s a system where the creator voice becomes a scalable growth vector backed by data, incentives, and trust.

4.2 Public Relations & Media Coverage Too many ecosystems view PR as a vanity move.

 The most effective teams treat it as distribution infrastructure.

This dual-axis chart illustrates how media coverage intensity correlates with:

Average Developer Sign-ups Total Value Locked (TVL) Growth
Investing in PR campaigns and consistent media exposure can significantly accelerate ecosystem adoption both in developer participation and capital inflow (TVL).

Key Takeaways:

Developer sign-ups scale from ~50 (Low coverage) to ~400 (Very High coverage). TVL growth jumps from 5% under low coverage to an impressive 45% with very high media presence. Higher media coverage directly correlates with a sharp rise in both developer sign-ups and TVL growth. Example: Manta Network launched its dev-focused ZK SDK and timed the announcement with coordinated earned media + regional hackathons = 3.2x increase in sign-ups over 14 days.

In 2025, ecosystems aren’t asking “should we be on [platform]?”

They’re asking how do we show up with the right content, for the right moment, on each platform?

This bar chart displays how frequently various social media platforms are mentioned as part of crypto ecosystem growth strategies.

Platform Highlights: Twitter dominates as the most commonly used platform  Telegram and Discord follow closely, suggesting strong emphasis on community interaction and support hubs. Lesser-used platforms like Reddit, YouTube and Facebook play a niche role in ecosystem marketing. However, crypto ecosystems should create platform-specific content:

Twitter: Memes, threads, real-time updates Telegram/Discord: Community health, AMAs, governance LinkedIn: Strategic partnerships, talent recruitment, ecosystem vision Section 5: Tokenomics & Incentive Design Ecosystems are moving beyond flat airdrops and short-term incentives, and instead architecting behaviorally intelligent tokenomics that reward commitment, skill and genuine contribution.

The question is no longer “What do we give?” but “What are we reinforcing?”

5.1 Effective Incentive Structures Incentives were once a shortcut for growth.

 Now, they’re shaping everything from user retention to governance alignment to ecosystem stickiness.

Source: This bar chart compares the perceived effectiveness of two major types of incentive mechanisms used in crypto ecosystems.

On-chain Incentives (e.g., token rewards, staking bonuses) Off-chain Incentives (e.g., swag, events, community grants) Key Takeaways: On-chain incentives clearly outperform off-chain methods in driving sustained ecosystem engagement. These often tie directly to network growth metrics such as TVL, active wallets, and user retention. Off-chain rewards can still be useful for short-term engagement, brand visibility, and community culture. Projects that tie incentives to measurable contributions and future value (e.g., governance power, access tiers) retain users longer than those offering flat token grants.

Case Examples:

Syscoin offers tiered rewards for contributor milestones Manta Network combines token drops with future airdrop eligibility tied to participation 5.2 Local Developer Hubs Ecosystem growth is global by default and regional by design.

Local developer hubs are now a critical piece of post-hype strategy.

Source: Geographic distribution of developer hubs

This chart highlights the regional presence of developer hubs across the globe, indicating where ecosystems are establishing a physical or community-driven footprint to support builders.

Regional presence is shaping ecosystem strength:

Asia-Pacific leads in number of hubs, driven by fast-growing developer ecosystems North America/Europe hold steady with mature infrastructure and funding access Latin America, MENA, and Africa show rapid interest but remain early-stage Why Local Hubs Work Lower onboarding friction (language, culture, regulation) Higher event turnout and contributor conversion More consistent retention through community anchoring Best Practices:

Launch hybrid events (online + local) Create language-specific docs and support Offer region-based grant programs tied to local needs Conclusion  Crypto in 2025 is quieter, deeper, and more intentional.

The ecosystems winning today are building context, culture, and trust, rooted in purpose where meaningful value, thoughtful execution, and trusted communities are taking center stage.

Our deep-dive conversations with builders, marketers and ecosystem leaders across ten blockchain networks uncovered three core principles that are setting the pace for the next wave of sustainable growth:

Developer-First, Always: The thriving ecosystems treat developers with genuine support, visibility, and growth paths. They’ve recognized that every successful builder brings ten more, creating a powerful flywheel effect and it’s the foundation everything else builds upon. Communities Over Crowds: The most dynamic ecosystems are building tight-knit, purpose-driven communities where members feel ownership and identity. They’re creating spaces where online connections lead to offline relationships and where shared values matter more than token price. Strategic Over Tactical: Leading teams build comprehensive growth systems where every channel, message, and touchpoint works together. They’re tracking full-funnel metrics and optimizing for lasting engagement, not just initial attention. We’re past the era of chasing “what’s working.”

The real question is: What’s worth building and who’s staying to build it with you?

So, focus on creating real value for the people who matter most to your ecosystem. Build with intention, authenticity and remember that in a market still finding its footing and the strongest position isn’t being the loudest voice but the most trusted one.

Because ecosystems aren’t websites.

They’re living systems.

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Key NotesBinance plans on temporarily suspending deposits and withdrawals on some networks.Users will not be able to deposit and withdraw tokens based on Ethereum networks during this period.Trading is not affected by the suspension. Cryptocurrency exchange Binance intends to briefly halt deposits and withdrawals for select tokens on May 7, 2025, starting around 09:45 (UTC), in order to accommodate the Ethereum network upgrade and hard fork, aiming to maintain optimal user experience

Binance disclosed that it plans on temporarily suspending the deposits and withdrawals of tokens based on the following networks “Ethereum (ETH), Arbitrum (ARB), Optimism (OP), zkSync Era (ZKSYNC), Base (BASE), Manta Network (MANTA), Starknet (STRK), Polygon (POL), Metis (METIS), Scroll (SCR), Cyber (CYBER), Metal DAO (MTL), Celo (CELO) and Worldcoin (WLD)”.

This temporary suspension is intended to support the smooth execution of the Ethereum network upgrade and hard fork. According to the announcement, only deposits and withdrawals will be impacted, while trading on the affected networks will remain operational. Binance also stated that it will manage all technical aspects on behalf of its users.

The crypto exchange added that once everything is “deemed to be stable”, the deposits and withdrawals for the select tokens will begin.

Hard forks typically result in the creation of a separate blockchain that runs alongside the original one. All current nodes and miners must transition to the new chain. Hard forks are used to improve the functionality of the network, such as fixing security vulnerabilities, introducing new functionalities, upgrading the cryptocurrency’s core system, or undoing previous transactions.

Past and Future Network Upgrades The crypto exchange will also suspend the withdrawals and deposits for the Optimism and Metal DAO networks on May 9. Once the update is completed, withdrawals and deposits will begin automatically without additional announcements.

Previously, the crypto exchange has temporarily disabled deposit and withdrawal functions across various networks to facilitate upgrades and hard forks. For instance, transactions involving tokens on the THORChain (RUNE) network were paused on May 1 at 14:00 (UTC) to support a scheduled upgrade.

Similarly, on May 5, at around 06:00 (UTC), Binance suspended deposits and withdrawals for tokens on the IPTA network to accommodate its network enhancement and hard fork.

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According to Coinglass data, the global cryptocurrency market recorded $606 million in liquidations over the past 24 hours, including $542 million in long-position liquidations and $68.22 million in short-position liquidations. A total of 135,785 traders worldwide were liquidated in the same period, with the largest single liquidation order occurring on Binance’s BTCUSDT trading pair, valued at $12.0111 million.

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US Treasury Secretary Bessent told CNBC in an interview that he hopes the Federal Reserve will remain "open-minded" about the inflation pattern after the reversal of Iran-related energy price hikes. Bessent noted that the U.S. could enter an economic environment marked by high GDP growth without a corresponding rise in traditional inflation. He cited that in the 1990s, Alan Greenspan foresaw that office modernization and the internet could drive non-inflationary growth, and allowed the economy to keep expanding. Bessent believes the U.S. has a strong chance of seeing a similar scenario again. When asked whether the Fed still needs to worry about potential inflation and whether interest rate cuts are possible this year or next, Bessent declined to comment. However, he argued that it is necessary to stay open-minded about the price or inflation impacts from the Iran conflict, and monitor inflation performance after those effects subside. Bessent also said an open mind is needed, as the AI boom could boost productivity and deliver disinflationary effects, helping inflation return to the Fed’s target level. He added that he believes Kevin Warsh will choose the optimal path that meets both the Fed’s inflation and growth mandates. Bessent also noted that Warsh previously took a hawkish stance on inflation.

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According to Bitget data, during U.S. stock trading hours, the storage sector saw broad declines: Western Digital (WDC) fell 4.47%, Seagate Technology (STX) dropped 4.17%, SanDisk (SNDK) declined 2.31%, and Micron Technology (MU) edged down 0.96%. Most optical communication concept stocks rose, with Corning (GLW) leading the gains at 9.75%, followed by Ciena (CIEN) up 3.24%, Coherent (COHR) rising 2.93%, Lumentum (LITE) gaining 2.61%, and Nokia (NOK) advancing 1.82%. Additionally, Marvell Technology (MRVL) fell 2.59% and Applied Optoelectronics (AAOI) declined 1.90%.

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During intraday trading in U.S. stocks, crypto-related concept stocks fell broadly, with MSTR dropping more than 7%.

According to Bitget market data, the three major U.S. stock indexes rose broadly: the Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 0.94%, the S&P 500 increased 0.60%, and the Nasdaq rose 0.63%. Crypto-related stocks fell across the board, with declines as follows: Strategy (MSTR) down 7.33%; Circle (CRCL) down 4.35%; Bitmine (BMNR) down 3.97%; Coinbase (COIN) down 3.73%; Robinhood (HOOD) down 3.70%; Gemini (GEMI) down 3.27%; Bullish (BLSH) down 3.25%; Sharplink (SBET) down 3.19%.

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Xai (XAI), the 43rd launchpool project of Binance, is a Layer 3 Blockchain network built on Arbitrum, a Layer 2 scaling solution for the Ethereum $1,663 network. In this article, we will explore what Xai is, the native asset of the Xai network, XAI coin, how to buy XAI coin, and answer many other related questions.

Xai is designed to enable real economies and open trade in the next generation of video games. With Xai, potentially billions of traditional gamers can own and trade valuable in-game items in their favorite games without needing to use a crypto wallet. Anyone can support the Xai network by running a node, allowing them to receive network rewards and participate in governance. Xai is developed by Offchain Labs, leveraging Arbitrum technology.

Xai aims to bring hundreds of millions of traditional gamers into Blockchain-based games for the first time by abstracting wallets and offering a fast, low-friction gaming experience, while also providing the benefits of Blockchain technology including open trade, interoperability, composability, and in-game item ownership.

Previous generations of Blockchain gaming ecosystems have demonstrated that Blockchain-based games have a place within the larger gaming ecosystem. However, Blockchain games still require greater scalability. The core value of Xai lies in making it easier than ever for traditional gamers to experience the benefits of Blockchain-based games by prioritizing a delightful, low-friction user experience as the project’s most important principle.

XAI Coin ReviewThe native asset of the Xai network, which shares the same name, is XAI. The supply of XAI coin is limited to 2.5 billion units. XAI coin serves many purposes, primarily for paying transaction fees.

XAI is a currency used for all network-based transactions, such as buying and selling in-game items in games. XAI holders have a say in the development of the network by voting on important proposals and decisions. Additionally, it rewards those who contribute to the network by running network nodes with XAI coins.

How to Buy XAI Coin?XAI coin can be safely bought and sold on Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume. XAI coin was listed on Binance on January 9, 2024, and is available for trading in the pairs XAI/BTC, XAI/USDT, XAI/BNB, XAI/FDUSD, XAI/TUSD, and XAI/TRY.

To purchase XAI coin, you first need to register on the Binance exchange if you haven’t already. After completing the registration process, you need to transfer cryptocurrency or fiat currency like Turkish lira to your Binance account wallet. Once the transfer is complete, you can buy XAI coin in any of the six pairs mentioned above.

To make a purchase from the XAI/USDT trading pair on Binance, first go to the interface of this trading pair. Enter the desired amount in the specified area on the limit tab of the trading pair interface. After entering the amount, the purchase is completed with the Buy XAI order.

Disclaimer: The information contained in this article does not constitute investment advice. Investors should be aware that cryptocurrencies carry high volatility and therefore risk, and should conduct their own research.

Ethereum layer-3 gaming network Xai is set to release “Tiny Sentry Keys” to lower the barrier for entry into its Sentry Key ecosystem, promising future benefits within the gaming ecosystem for buyers.

Xai's Sentry Keys are NFT-based licenses for nodes that are operated by network supporters, which can be staked to receive rewards. Already, the Xai Foundation claims, approximately $340 million worth of rewards and airdrops have been distributed through this scheme thus far—including the much-hyped XAI token airdrop earlier this year.

At the time of writing, according to ArbiScan, there are currently 6,447 Sentry Key holders. with this figure expected to grow with the launch of Tiny Sentry Keys. Regular Sentry Keys sell for 1.43 ETH ($5,520), but the Tiny Keys will sell for just 0.0143 ($55), significantly lowering the barrier for players to engage with NFT nodes. 

An exact sale date will be announced on December 9. Xai representatives confirmed to Decrypt that with the reduced price of the Tiny Keys, holders will earn proportionally less rewards compared to regular Key holders. One network contributor likened the offering to the kind of battle pass seen in games like Fortnite, with unlockable rewards for players.

Introducing tiny Sentry Keys 🤏🔑

The keys that unlock an airdrop battle pass to the $XAI ecosystem.$XAI has distributed ~$340M in tokens this year.

Now, 12+ top tier projects have dedicated allocations for tiny and OG Sentry Key Holders.

With tiny Sentry Keys, we’re… pic.twitter.com/sMQN7flcUy

— XAI 🎮⛓️ (@XAI_GAMES) December 3, 2024

"Think of it as the ultimate battle pass, giving you access to rewards, airdrops, and perks across Xai's growing ecosystem," said the pseudonymous Soby, a core contributor to Xai. “We're creating a platform that’s accessible to everyone while delivering immense value to our community.”

Xai is a layer-3 blockchain built on top of the Ethereum layer-2 Arbitrum network. This means that Xai keeps Arbitrum’s key functionality, while tweaking various network elements to better cater to gaming projects. 

As such, Xai has attracted game creators to launch on its chain. Game developer Ex Populus has committed its suite of games to Xai, Crypto Unicorns migrated from Polygon to the network earlier this year, and indie gaming curator The MIX said it plans to launch over 100 games on Xai.

With the sale of Tiny Sentry Keys, holders of regular Sentry Keys will be airdropped an additional 99 keys to make it 100. The Xai Foundation confirmed that over “12 top-tier games and ecosystem projects” are working with it to provide rewards for key holders.

On top of this, it’ll be easier than ever to purchase the Keys with the addition of a credit and debit card payment ramp via Crossmint, as well as the option to pay with XAI tokens—with other major tokens to be added to this list soon.

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In brief Ex Populus, creator of the Xai gaming blockchain, is suing Elon Musk’s xAI for trademark infringement, and asking a court to block its use of the “xAI” name in gaming and blockchain. The company says Musk’s expansion of xAI into gaming caused confusion with media, users, and even X's own AI chatbot Grok, which mistakenly linked the two ventures. Ex Populus argues Musk’s controversies, including Grok’s past offensive remarks, have severely damaged its brand. The creators of Xai, a layer-3 gaming blockchain built on Ethereum, have sued Elon Musk’s xAI for trademark infringement—and are asking a federal court to force the billionaire’s artificial intelligence company to change its name and branding in contexts related to video games and blockchain. 

In November, Musk announced plans to start an AI video game studio within xAI, to “make games great again.” Ex Populus, the company behind gaming blockchain Xai, now claims that Musk’s announcement immediately created “substantial actual confusion” online between their established video game brand, Xai, and Musk’s xAI gaming venture. 

Numerous news aggregators and commentators used the blockchain’s logo in announcements about Musk’s venture, the company’s attorneys claim, and many more internet users mistook the separate ventures to be related. What’s more, Grok—Musk’s AI chatbot—also confused the two separate entities, and told X users they were both controlled by Musk’s companies, the attorneys said.

In a complaint filed Thursday, Ex Populus asked a federal court in northern California to order Musk’s AI company to cease using any words or symbols likely to cause confusion with Xai’s registered trademark, in the contexts of video gaming and blockchain.

It also requested punitive damages and all profits reaped by Musk’s companies for the alleged infringement. 

Ex Populus’ attorneys repeatedly argued in their complaint that Musk’s company has not only consistently infringed on their copyright since last year—but, further, that the particular notoriety and controversy associated with the world’s richest man have made the alleged infringement particularly damaging to their brand.

Ex Populus took legal action today to protect the Xai brand. With increased confusion around Elon Musk’s AI company (@xai), it’s a big responsibility to safeguard the brand that the community trusts. You can read more details at https://t.co/ce8Aw9hNCZ

— XAI 🎮⛓️ (@XAI_GAMES) August 22, 2025

“Musk and defendants’ xAI company routinely receive substantive negative media attention that is now being attributed to plaintiff’s XAI trademark,” the attorneys wrote. 

The lawyers made particular note of a controversy that erupted last month when Musk’s AI bot, Grok, referred to itself as “MechaHitler” for a brief period and made antisemitic, racist, and sexually violent comments across the X platform.

“Plaintiff losing control over its goodwill is irreparable harm sufficient to support an injunction to cease defendants’ use of the infringing xAI marks,” Ex Populus’ attorneys said, “but to be associated with Nazism, hate speech, and violence exacerbates the harm exponentially.”

Ex Populus said in a statement that Musk’s attorneys reached out to them recently about trademark issues, and that, now, the company feels it has no option but to fight back “or risk losing [the trademark] altogether.” 

“This case isn’t just about Ex Populus or Xai,” the company said. “It speaks to something bigger: the right of smaller innovators to build without having their identity swallowed by tech giants.”

Musk’s xAI did not immediately respond to Decrypt’s request for comment on this story.

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PANews reported on August 24th that according to Cointelegraph, the Ethereum-based gaming network Xai has filed a lawsuit against Elon Musk's artificial intelligence company xAI, accusing it of trademark infringement and unfair competition. The lawsuit, filed Thursday in the Northern District Court of California, accuses Musk's xAI of causing widespread market confusion and damaging Xai's brand.

Ex Populus, the Delaware corporation behind Xai, said it has been using the XAI trademark in U.S. commerce since June 2023, including through its blockchain gaming ecosystem and $XAI token. “This is a classic case of trademark infringement that requires court intervention to correct,” the company said.

According to the lawsuit, Ex Populus operates the Xai Ecosystem, which includes a blockchain network designed specifically for video games and digital transactions, providing infrastructure to support game logic, AI-driven decision-making, rewards, and data management across multiple applications.

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In a thread on X (formerly Twitter), the popular crypto analyst known as cyclop (@nobrainflip) delivered a bold forecast to his substantial following of 394,000. He proclaimed, “We are close to the biggest altseason in history. Everyone will make x50-x100 on their entire portfolio. $5k portfolio will be around $250k-$500k in 2025. All you need is to buy the right lowcaps.”

This assertion hinges on a strategic selection of low market capitalization cryptocurrencies, which, according to Cyclop, are poised for an exponential surge in value. Cyclop elucidates his strategy by detailing the liquidity flow typically observed during a bull market phase, a sequential process starting with Bitcoin (BTC) and cascading down to meme coins.

He explains, “Here is a typical bull run liquidity flow: 1: BTC pump 2: ETH pump 3: High cap alts pump 4: Low caps pump 5: Memecoin pump.” Importantly, he highlights that high cap memecoins have already experienced their growth phase, suggesting that “lowcap/lowcap memecoins – next” are primed for significant value appreciation.

Within this framework, Cyclop underscores the potential for staggering returns without the necessity for professional day trading expertise. “It’s cause each coin has its maximum, and if its MC is already high, it’s not so far away. But when the market cap is almost at zero, the potential is enormous,” he advises, promoting a hands-off investment strategy focused on the ‘right’ coins.

Crypto Watchlist: Top-10 Lowcap Coins Cyclop’s watchlist is a selection of ten recently launched projects with low market caps and, in his view, substantial growth potential:

#1 Wolf Wif (BALLZ): A meme coin that took the Solana blockchain by storm, achieving a $75 million market cap within a day of its launch. Despite a subsequent correction, Cyclop views this as an optimal entry point, confidently stating, “I’m holding my BALLZ tight.”

#2 Entangle (NGL): Positioned as a potential leading messaging infrastructure for the Web3 space, Entangle aims to enhance liquidity within the ecosystem. It offers secure, flexible, and interoperable solutions for blockchain data communication, positioning itself as a critical infrastructure for dApps and builders.

#3 StarHeroes (STAR): This esports-centric, multiplayer third-person space shooter game is making waves with its dynamic and competitive gameplay. Cyclop sees this as a revolutionary blend of gaming and blockchain technology, offering intense gaming emotions and a new avenue for esports within the crypto realm.

#4 Heroes of Mavia (MAVIA): A blockchain strategy game that allows players to build bases, engage in battles for cryptocurrency rewards, and form partnerships with landowners. Cyclop highlights its potential in the play-to-earn space, marking it as a standout project.

#5 VoluMint (VMINT): This project introduces a decentralized, AI-driven market-making service, aiming to redefine market-making in the era of blockchain. Cyclop is bullish on its ability to unlock the potential of crypto projects, emphasizing its innovative approach.

#6 SatoshiVM (SAVM): As a decentralized Bitcoin ZK Rollup Layer 2 solution, SatoshiVM bridges the gap between Bitcoin and Ethereum’s EVM, using BTC as gas. This project aims to combine the value and security of Bitcoin with the programmability of Ethereum, creating a powerful ecosystem for decentralized applications. Cyclop notes, “SAVM’s unique positioning as a bridge between BTC and EVM ecosystems presents a groundbreaking opportunity for growth.”

#7 Graphlinq Chain (GLQ): Offering a no-code interface for automating blockchain tasks, Graphlinq Chain simplifies the creation and deployment of blockchain automations. Its suite of tools, including an IDE, App, Engine, and Marketplace, is designed to make blockchain automation accessible to a wider audience. “GraphLinq Protocol demystifies blockchain automation, paving the way for innovative applications and efficiencies,” Cyclop remarks.

#8 zKML (ZKML): This project addresses the pressing need for privacy in digital transactions and communications. By combining zero-knowledge proofs, homomorphic encryption, and multi-party computation (MPC), zKML offers a secure and private framework for blockchain interactions. “ZKML’s focus on privacy-enhancing technologies is timely and critical, offering a secure haven for digital transactions,” observes Cyclop.

#9 Monai (MONAI): Monai stands out for its development of uncensored generative AI tools, integrated with its blockchain, Monad. It features an advanced, unrestricted Large Language Model as its flagship product, aiming to revolutionize the way we interact with AI. “Monai’s pioneering approach to generative AI within the blockchain space is a game-changer, offering unparalleled possibilities,” Cyclop asserts.

#10 EMC Protocol (EMC): Dedicated to AI applications, EMC Protocol is a blockchain network that includes a computing power consensus mechanism. It aims to facilitate the execution of AI tasks within a decentralized framework, including validator, smart router, and computing power nodes. “EMC’s innovative approach to integrating AI and blockchain could redefine the landscape of decentralized applications,” Cyclop concludes.

At press time, cyclop’s top pick – BALLZ – traded at $0.04231, down almost 50% from its alltime-high.

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