Gate Founder Dr. Lin Han: AI Will Transform Trading in Two Years

Core Insights - Gate has emerged as one of the largest cryptocurrency exchanges globally, founded in 2013 by Dr. Lin Han, now serving over 49 million users and employing more than 2,000 people [1][3] - The exchange has expanded its offerings to include over 5,000 tokens and a range of traditional financial products, reflecting a shift towards integrating crypto with traditional finance [1][6] Company Growth and Philosophy - Dr. Han emphasizes a product-first philosophy, stating that quality is paramount, with a target of 90% to 95% quality for their offerings [3] - Gate was one of the first exchanges to aggressively list altcoins, providing over 100 options at a time when competitors offered very few [4] Regulatory Expansion - The next phase of growth for Gate is focused on regulated markets, holding licenses in 80 jurisdictions, including 44 US states and over 20 European countries under MiCA [5] - The company aims to increase its user base in regulated areas, acknowledging the challenge of competing with established local players [6] Integration with Traditional Finance - Gate is expanding its services beyond cryptocurrency to include tokenized equities, gold, silver, commodities, and stock indices, all available for trading 24/7 [6] - Dr. Han identifies limitations in traditional markets, such as regional restrictions and limited trading hours, as key drivers for this integration [7]