Gate Research Weekly Report: This Week's Hot Topics Airdrops Overview

This week, Gate Research focused on market fluctuations and cutting-edge technological developments. The Solana ecosystem thrives, with multiple DeFi protocols reaching all-time high TVLs, indicating increased market liquidity. Additionally, Web3 policies and advancements in cryptographic technologies have seen major developments, influencing market expectations. We've also compiled a list of trending airdrop opportunities, including Avalon Labs and SOMO, to help you stay updated on the latest crypto market dynamics.

Weekly Report Highlights:

• Cryptocurrency Market Policy Trends: On February 1, the U.S. government announced a tariff increase on Mexico and Canada, which triggered market fluctuations. However, on February 3, former President Trump agreed with the Mexican president to suspend the tariffs. Meanwhile, an Oklahoma state legislator introduced the Bitcoin Freedom Act, and the expectation of a Federal Reserve interest rate cut strengthened, potentially having a long-term impact on the cryptocurrency market.
• Key Web3 Events: Movement launched the "Cornucopia" liquidity incentive program to support liquidity growth within its protocol. Syndicate completed integration with Alchemy Rollup infrastructure and partnered to launch an accelerator program to promote the development of the Web3 ecosystem.
• Real-World Asset (RWA) Trends: The global on-chain RWA asset scale continues to grow, demonstrating the deepening integration between blockchain and traditional finance, attracting more institutional funds.
• Full Report: [Gate Research: Web3 Policy and Macro Report (2025.2.1-2025.2.7)](https://www.gate.io/learn/articles/gate-research-web3-policy-and-macro-rep
• **Full Report: **Gate Research: Web3 Events and Crypto Technology Developmen (2025.2.1-2025.2.7)
  

Hot Topics Overview:

• Layer 2 Ecosystem Expansion: Ethereum plans to enhance scalability through the Pectra upgrade, promoting the broader adoption of Layer 2 (L2) networks.
• Decentralized Credit System Exploration: Credible is utilizing blockchain technology to build a decentralized credit scoring system, which is expected to fill the gap left by traditional credit systems.
• Stablecoin Ecosystem Development: Tether has launched the fully on-chain stablecoin USDT0, further advancing the development of the DeFi ecosystem.
• Full Report: Gate Research: Hot Topics Summary (02.03-02.07)
  

Hot Airdrop Projects:

• Avalon Labs – Integrates USDa to connect TradFi and DeFi, offering stable yields and airdrop incentives.
• SOMO – Merging blockchain, AI, and the metaverse for next-gen entertainment with an airdrop campaign.
• MetaBrawl – A Web3 battle-exploration game where players earn airdrops by completing in-game challenges.
• Credible – Users can contribute data to a decentralized credit scoring system and earn token rewards.
• Full Report: Gate Research: Airdrop Opportunities (02.03-02.07)

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