Key Insights
- According to Gate Exchange founder Lin Han Bitcoin halving’s no longer dominate cycles, and global liquidity due to equity markets’ dominant influence on prices.
- After the FTX proof of reserve changed, Consequently Gate Exchange upgraded their audits, zero-knowledge proofs, and transparency standards.
- On-chain trading and Perp DEXs are expanding rapidly, driven by lower costs, better performance, and growing institutional participation.
Gate Exchange founder Lin Han outlined current crypto market conditions and strategic priorities during a recent Wu Blockchain Podcast interview, covering macroeconomic influences, exchange transparency, regulatory compliance, and the growing shift toward on-chain trading infrastructure.
Gate Exchange Sees Crypto Cycles Align With Global Macroeconomics
In an interview conducted by WuBlockchain ,Gate Exchange founder Lin Han said crypto markets no longer move in isolated four-year cycles driven by Bitcoin halvings. He explained that limited new Bitcoin supply has reduced halving-driven volatility.
According to Lin, crypto assets are closely tied to U.S. equities and global economic performance. Liquidity conditions and monetary policy increasingly shape bullish and bearish phases.
Lin noted that recent volatility does not resemble prior deep bear markets. Observations show that the current market has displayed steady platform activity and resilient trading volumes compared to other historical downturns.
Gate Exchange Emphasizes Proof of Reserves After FTX Collapse
Gate Exchange was among the earliest platforms to implement Proof of Reserves before the FTX collapse. Lin further explained that early adoption was solely focused on user trust and transparency.
His explanation shows that initial PoR systems relied on Merkle trees and third-party audits. However, after FTX, the broader industry adoption accelerated under public and regulatory pressure.
Lin added that advanced PoR frameworks now require zero-knowledge proofs, open-source methodologies, and independent audits. He said few exchanges currently meet all requirements.
Gate Exchange Navigates Regulation and U.S. Market Expansion
Gate Exchange delayed its U.S. launch until regulatory clarity improved. Lin said cautious timing was necessary to ensure long-term compliance and operational stability.
The platform now holds Money Transmitter Licenses across most U.S. states. Lin confirmed Gate Exchange can serve users in over forty jurisdictions.
He added that service expansion remains under review as U.S. platforms introduce new offerings. Gate Exchange plans measured growth aligned with regulatory frameworks.
On-Chain Activity and Perp DEXs Gain Momentum
Web3 user behavior is currently more leaned toward on-chain activity. He identified privacy tools and zero-knowledge technologies as future infrastructure components.
Notably, privacy-focused projects such as Zcash have regained attention. In spite of this regulatory scrutiny still remains a major constraint. Lin said that demand for privacy often reflects the assets’ sovereignty concerns.
On the derivatives edge, Lin claimed that the rise of Perp DEXs like Hyper liquid could be attributed growth to lower costs, improved performance, and incentive-driven participation.
Gate Exchange Strategy Focuses on Stability and Infrastructure
Gate Exchange has made clear their plans to strengthen compliance, expand Web3 services, and invest in infrastructure. Lin emphasized that their recent long-term operational plan is grounded on discipline.
He went on to address the stablecoin markets. According to the founder due to their large concentration among leading projects, smaller stablecoins may struggle as scales of advantages increase.
In summary, Lin described Gate Exchange’s approach as steady and risk-aware. He said that sustainable growth required complete regulatory alignment, technical investment, and consistent execution across market cycles.
