Author: Alphonso Bernier

I have been writing about crypto for over two years. I have a vast amount of experience in the industry and my work has been featured on some of the biggest publications in the space.
Gate Q1 2025 Transparency Report: Sustained Leadership in Crypto Markets with Multiple Metrics Hitting New Highs
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Gate Q1 2025 Transparency Report: Sustained Leadership in Crypto Markets with Multiple Metrics Hitting New Highs

April 10 -Panama - Leading global digital asset platform Gate has released its Q1 2025 Transparency Report, showcasing comprehensive breakthroughs across multiple business segments. Core metrics reached historic highs, security infrastructure underwent full-scale upgrades, product offerings expanded significantly, and global strategies accelerated, all reflecting its robust growth momentum and a solidified market foundation. Trading Business Surge: Futures Trading Volume Up 31% QoQ In Q1 2025, Gate maintained its industry leadership with remarkable user growth and trading volume breakthroughs. The platform’s expanding user base underscored its strong market appeal and sustained growth momentum. Futures Trading saw explosive growth, with the number of traders and overall trading vo...
Bemo v2: The Liquid Staking Upgrade Expanding the Scope of What’s Attainable on the TON Ecosystem
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Bemo v2: The Liquid Staking Upgrade Expanding the Scope of What’s Attainable on the TON Ecosystem

British Virgin Islands – Bemo, a non-custodial TON-based liquid staking protocol, has launched an upgrade. This release, per the team, introduces a plethora of improvements such as advanced DeFi integrations, more flexible staking/unstaking mechanics, real-time notifications, automatic gas calculation, and a new token standard. It is designed to provide users with a smoother, transparent, and powerful staking experience—a significant upgrade to what is obtainable today.  Liquid staking is a mainstay in the DeFi landscape, allowing users to maximize capital efficiency while providing security to the network. With the upgrade, Bemo is expanding the scope of what's attainable on TON.  “With Bemo v2, we’re not just improving liquid staking—we’re creating a smarter and more transparent sy...
COCA Secures Strategic Investment from Stellar Development Foundation and FunFair Ventures to Drive Mass Adoption of Stablecoin Payments
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COCA Secures Strategic Investment from Stellar Development Foundation and FunFair Ventures to Drive Mass Adoption of Stablecoin Payments

Funding to Accelerate COCA’s Growth and Deepen Integration with the Stellar Ecosystem  March 2025 – COCA.xyz, the next-generation non-custodial payments app, has successfully completed a strategic funding round led by the Stellar Development Foundation (SDF), with participation from FunFair Ventures. This investment will accelerate COCA’s mission to make stablecoin payments seamless, secure, and accessible to a global audience, bridging the gap between traditional finance and blockchain-powered transactions. With over 1 million users since its launch a year ago, COCA wallet is proving that stablecoins are a game-changer for payments. Unlike traditional wallets that are complex and difficult to use, COCA is built for mass-market adoption, removing barriers such as private key risks, e...
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3 Overlooked Blockchain Projects to Watch in 2025

Amid the rise of AI and decentralized cloud computing, these three overlooked blockchain projects are set to make a significant impact in 2025 and beyond. As the Web3 ecosystem evolves at a dizzying pace, innovative projects reward their early supporters handsomely. For instance, decentralized storage pioneer Filecoin and secure smart contract network Chainlink have reached unicorn status by surpassing $1 billion in market value, significantly benefiting their backers. It is no secret that the next big things are artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud computing, where demand is growing exponentially and has become a $650 billion industry. Moreover, analysts anticipate the sector will exceed a market size of over $1 trillion by 2030, presenting immense opportunities for decentralized ...
Top-Ranked Web3 Podcast   QuickSwap’s “The Aggregated”  Celebrated 100th Anniversary with  Blockbuster Episode
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Top-Ranked Web3 Podcast QuickSwap’s “The Aggregated” Celebrated 100th Anniversary with Blockbuster Episode

In a landmark achievement for the cryptocurrency media landscape, highly acclaimed Web3  podcast QuickSwap’s "The Aggregated" commemorated nearly two years uplifting and unifying  the public profile of decentralized technologies with their 100th anniversary episode. The  milestone event celebrated the show's journey in addition to highlighting its impact both as an  educational platform and as a source of entertainment for long-time crypto enthusiasts, industry  powerhouses, industry professionals, and newcomers alike.  Since its inception, which originally was titled “All Roads Lead to Polygon”, "The Aggregated"  has carved out a one-of-a-kind niche in the saturated world of crypto podcasts. Hosted by  leading Polygon DeFi suite QuickSwap, the show has consistently delivered cutting...
NOWPayments Announces 75% Fee Reduction on USDT TRC-20 Deposits — Starting March 17!
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NOWPayments Announces 75% Fee Reduction on USDT TRC-20 Deposits — Starting March 17!

USDT TRC-20 is booming! Over the past 6 months alone, NOWPayments crypto payment gateway has seen a remarkable 14% increase in payments via this network.  To empower our partners and enhance their payment experience, NOWPayments is excited to offer a whooping 75% reduction on network fees for USDT TRC-20 deposits*—dropping average network transaction costs from $4 to just $1 for one whole month! Ready to Boost Profits? Integrate NOWPayments and Reduce Your Costs Now. Why choose NOWPayments for your crypto deposits? Maximize Your Profits: Keep more revenue with drastically reduced fees. Lightning-Fast Transactions: Benefit from the speed and reliability of the TRON network. Popular and Trusted: USDT TRC-20 usage has grown by 14%—join the trend! (based on internal data) ...
Attention Launchpad, Hype.fun Announces Project Launch 
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Attention Launchpad, Hype.fun Announces Project Launch 

Hype.fun, an innovative platform that transforms digital attention into tangible crypto assets, has just announced its public launch. Built on Solana, Hype.fun lets anyone create, mint, and burn tokens directly linked to real social media accounts.  Hype.fun is built on the principles of transparency, security, and accessibility. The audited Solana smart contract guarantees that users’ investments are protected. The liquidity feature ensures that they can sell their tokens anytime they see fit—no waiting periods or lock-ups. The token mint/burn process is powered by smart contracts devoid human interference, guaranteeing that no one, not even the founders, can influence the process. Hype.fun ensures that users' funds are safe and withdrawable at any time.  A use case / user story Jord...
Saga Launches Liquidity Integration Layer (LIL), Revolutionizing Cross Chain Liquidity
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Saga Launches Liquidity Integration Layer (LIL), Revolutionizing Cross Chain Liquidity

Saga, the Layer 1 platform purpose-built for launching dedicated application-specific blockchains (chainlets), is proud to announce the official launch of its Liquidity Integration Layer (LIL). As the first solution of its kind, LIL addresses liquidity fragmentation in a natively multichain environment, empowering developers to launch innovative Defi projects, primitives, and memecoins with unprecedented ease. This industry-first innovation sets a new standard for scalability and builder accessibility, transforming how decentralized applications are built and scaled. A New Era for Defi The Liquidity Integration Layer introduces a groundbreaking liquidity-centric economic model, shifting away from traditional gas-centric frameworks. This innovative approach aligns the interests of users...
STG Energy Revolutionizes Cloud Mining with Secure, Profitable, and Eco-Friendly Solutions
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STG Energy Revolutionizes Cloud Mining with Secure, Profitable, and Eco-Friendly Solutions

London, UK, February 24, 2025 – STG Energy, a premier cloud mining platform, is transforming the cryptocurrency mining industry with its simple, secure, and highly profitable mining solutions. Designed for both newcomers and experienced investors, STG Energy provides an effortless entry into cloud mining without the need for expensive hardware. By leveraging cutting-edge mining equipment and sustainable energy sources, the platform ensures maximum profitability while maintaining a commitment to environmental responsibility. STG Energy offers a $15 sign-up bonus and an attractive 5% referral reward program, making it easier than ever for users to start earning passive income. With various cloud mining plans tailored to different investment levels, STG Energy provides a seamless, risk-fre...
ORACLE RED BULL RACING AND GATE.IO EXPAND BLOCKCHAIN’S GLOBAL REACH WITH ANNOUNCEMENT OF MULTI-YEAR PARTNERSHIP
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ORACLE RED BULL RACING AND GATE.IO EXPAND BLOCKCHAIN’S GLOBAL REACH WITH ANNOUNCEMENT OF MULTI-YEAR PARTNERSHIP

Feb 10th, Panama - Gate.io—a leading global cryptocurrency exchange—choose Oracle Red Bull Racing for debut partnership in Formula One. "Oracle Red Bull Racing", the Formula One Racing team (the "Team") and an eight-time World Drivers' Championship-winning team, is proud to announce Gate.io, one of the world's leading cryptocurrency exchanges, as its exclusive Crypto Exchange Partner in a multi-year deal. This collaboration marks a major milestone in uniting two industry leaders, both recognised for their relentless pursuit of performance, innovation, and cutting-edge technology—on the racetrack and in the digital economy. Starting from the 2025 season, Gate.io branding will feature prominently on key Team assets, including the rear wing, nose, headrest, wheel covers and chassis of t...