Latest Developments in the Web3 and AI Fields

Market Overview

macro environment

A certain asset management company recently released a 2025 outlook report for the cryptocurrency industry, predicting that the industry will shift from speculation to practicality. The report points out that clear regulations, institutional adoption, and technological advancements will be key factors. It is expected that U.S. regulators will promote the diversification of crypto-related financial products and introduce a regulatory framework for stablecoins. Bitcoin may further solidify its status as a digital store of value, and the demand for decentralized physical infrastructure networks (DePIN) is expected to rise. The integration of artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency will also accelerate. Overall, 2025 may become a significant turning point for the cryptocurrency industry.

A recent statement by the chair of a certain central bank indicated that cryptocurrencies should be regarded as an independent asset class, rather than being equated with gold. She pointed out that the complexity of cryptocurrencies means they do not yet meet the conditions to be considered "currency." The chair emphasized the need for a clear definition of cryptocurrencies, acknowledging that they currently lack the necessary properties to function as money.

Web3 field

The CEO of a certain exchange stated on social media that the ResearchHub community has seen significant growth over the past year. Looking ahead to 2025 and beyond, he emphasized a focus on improving academic publishing, optimizing peer review, fundraising, and facilitating the reproducibility of research results.

Hot Events

macro environment

A New York court recently decided to postpone the civil case between a certain regulatory agency and a certain cryptocurrency company to January 21, 2024. The case stems from accusations made by the regulatory agency against the company in 2022, involving issues of information disclosure during the application for Bitcoin futures contracts. The new trial date coincides with the inauguration of the new president, which could influence the regulatory agency's stance towards cryptocurrency companies.

Web3 field

On December 31, the AI Meme token market saw a general rise. Among them, ai16z and ELIZA both reached historical highs, with 24-hour increases of 35.6% and 56.4%, respectively. The ai16z team announced that they are developing ElizaV2, aiming to improve the architecture, enhance scalability, and optimize plugin management. Meanwhile, a partner at an investment firm raised concerns on social media about ai16z potentially infringing trademark rights, sparking discussions within the industry.

Hot Projects

ANTE-GPU is an AI smart agent and marketplace platform based on Solana, designed to recommend the optimal AI models and GPU combinations for users. The platform provides real-time availability checks, budget and performance customization suggestions, and supports flexible billing, helping users optimize project performance and control costs. ANTE-GPU is committed to addressing issues such as low utilization of traditional GPU resources, high costs, and limited access.