Thursday Nov 6 2025 07:20
5 min
On November 5th, Gate founder and CEO, Dr. Han, returned to the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) to deliver a keynote speech titled “Lessons I Learned in Crypto.” He also engaged in a fireside chat with Professor Shi Jiaoli, the Associate Dean. This event attracted over a hundred students and young entrepreneurs, fostering a lively discussion about Dr. Han's insights and experiences in the crypto field.
Dr. Han reviewed Gate's significant growth since its inception, from initial explorations of the crypto industry to overcoming market cycles and gradually expanding global coverage. He emphasized that agility and quick responsiveness to market changes and a commitment to both technology and compliance are critical for long-term stability and growth. He noted that each wave brings new opportunities and challenges, urging students to embrace an open mindset and innovative concepts. Furthermore, Dr. Han shared insights on product iteration and ecosystem construction at Gate, showcasing practical achievements that have established the company as a benchmark in the industry.
When discussing future directions, Dr. Han highlighted Gate's recent 'All in Web3' strategy, which represents a shift in technology and a comprehensive evolution in ecosystem thinking. This strategy aims to build an open and collaborative global ecosystem using blockchain as its foundation. Through Gate Layer, Gate Perp DEX, Gate Fun, Meme Go, and Gate Web3, they aim to integrate various use cases. He stated that 'All in Web3 is Gate’s firm commitment to future development. Web3 is not just a technological innovation but represents a new paradigm of value restructuring and social collaboration. Gate aspires to be the driving force behind this change, enabling more users to experience the unlimited possibilities of Web3 in a secure and reliable environment.'
Dr. Han also touched on Gate’s global expansion strategies and brand evolution. He shared Gate's experience in expanding into global markets since its inception and the context and significance behind the brand upgrade to Gate.com. He noted that in recent years, Gate has strengthened its international brand influence through collaborations with globally renowned brands such as the F1 Red Bull Racing team and Inter Milan football club, accelerating global expansion. Simultaneously, Gate is committed to compliance and security, continuously improving risk management systems and proof-of-reserves mechanisms to create a safe, transparent, and reliable digital asset platform for users worldwide. To date, multiple entities under Gate have obtained or completed relevant regulatory registrations, licenses, permits, or approvals in jurisdictions such as Malta, the Bahamas, Hong Kong, Japan, Australia, and Dubai. Gate Australia was recently launched, further optimizing regulatory compliance in key global markets and demonstrating its commitment to deepening localized development. Dr. Han stated, 'Our goal is to enable users to participate in the crypto ecosystem safely and conveniently regardless of their location, while promoting the sustainable development of the industry.' Gate’s global practice over the years fully embodies its strategic path in market expansion and brand value construction.
In a fireside chat with Professor Shi Jiaoli, Dr. Han discussed the current status and future trends of the Web3 industry based on his own entrepreneurial experiences. Students actively participated in asking questions, and the discussions covered popular topics such as digital asset investment, fintech implementation, and blockchain ecosystem development, demonstrating the young generation's keen interest in the evolving trends of the industry. Dr. Han shared his vision for the long-term development of the industry, believing that the core value of blockchain lies in reshaping trust mechanisms through technology, and its decentralized nature will continuously drive the evolution of the global digital economic system.
The primary goal of this event was to encourage young students to broaden their horizons and understand the deep integration of technology and business, thereby promoting cooperation between academia and industry. Dr. Han said, 'Youth are the driving force in the new era, and we hope that through education and exchange, more young people can become builders and leaders in the industry.' He emphasized at the end of his speech that blockchain and the digital economy require continuous innovation and practical exploration, and suggested that students be bold in experimenting and actively embrace technological change. Gate will continue to assist young people in fully understanding the potential of the crypto industry and jointly create future development opportunities.
Founded in 2013, Gate is a world-leading cryptocurrency trading platform. Founder and CEO Dr. Han serves over 43 million users and supports the trading of over 3,600 crypto assets. As an industry benchmark, Gate was the first to achieve 100% proof of reserves, and its ecosystem covers diverse services such as Gate Wallet and Gate Ventures. To learn more, please visit: Website | X | Telegram | LinkedIn | Instagram | YouTube
Risk Warning: this article represents only the author’s views and is for reference only. It does not constitute investment advice or financial guidance, nor does it represent the stance of the Markets.com platform.When considering shares, indices, forex (foreign exchange) and commodities for trading and price predictions, remember that trading CFDs involves a significant degree of risk and could result in capital loss.Past performance is not indicative of any future results. This information is provided for informative purposes only and should not be construed to be investment advice. Trading cryptocurrency CFDs and spread bets is restricted for all UK retail clients.