The second quarter of the year has been an eventful one for the cryptocurrency market, characterized by significant milestones and evolving market dynamics. This report provides a detailed analysis of the key events and trends that have shaped the market, including the Bitcoin halving, the launch of Runes Protocol, and notable developments within the Ethereum and Ton ecosystems.
The Bitcoin halving, a highly anticipated event, took place this quarter, marking a critical juncture for the cryptocurrency. Preceding the halving, Bitcoin achieved a new all-time high of $73,700. Post-halving, the price has been in a consolidation phase, trading within the $60,000 to $71,000 range
The Ethereum ecosystem has witnessed a revitalization, largely attributed to the partial approval of the Ethereum Spot ETF in the United States.
The Ton ecosystem has garnered significant attention throughout Q2 2024, with notable increases in Total Value Locked (TVL) and other on-chain metrics. Our comprehensive ecosystem map provides an in-depth look at the key components and expanding infrastructure of the Ton network.
The meme sector has once again captured the spotlight, with this quarter featuring a variety of themes such as celebrity, Pepe, and election-related memes. The sector's ability to generate substantial market interest and capital flows underscores its unique role within the broader crypto landscape.
Q2 2024 has been marked by several significant token generation events (TGEs) and airdrops, including those from Wormhole, Merlin Chain, zkSync, and LayerZero. Emerging trends in the SocialFi and GameFi sectors have also been prominent this quarter. Initiatives such as Farcaster and Lumiterra have gained traction, highlighting the growing integration of blockchain

2024 Q2 Crypto Quarterly Report