According to Odaily, Gate founder and CEO Dr. Han delivered a keynote speech at the WebX 2025 Summit in Tokyo, systematically expounding on the critical role of centralized exchanges (CEX) and decentralized exchanges (DEX) in driving the mass adoption of Web 3. Dr. Han noted that the long-term trend of user growth, the dual-track evolution of market structure, and the trade-offs between security and compliance are collectively shaping a new landscape: "CEXs serve as global capital gateways, and DEXs serve as engines of on-chain finance and innovation."

Dr. Han cited data indicating that there are nearly 700 million crypto users worldwide, representing 10% of the world's population, and that the total market capitalization of cryptocurrencies has reached $3.02 trillion, officially making it the world's fourth-largest asset. He predicted that by 2030, crypto assets are expected to reach $41.8 trillion, second only to gold. In terms of trading volume, decentralized exchanges (DEXs) already account for 23% of spot trading volume, with CEXs and DEXs maintaining nearly equal lock-up volume. However, security and compliance remain key challenges, with 59% of hacker attacks occurring on DEXs and Web 3 platforms. Gate has obtained licenses in multiple jurisdictions and acquired a licensed exchange in Japan, continuously strengthening its global compliance footprint.

Dr. Han stated that the future of Web 3 is not determined by whether DEX replaces CEX but by how the two complement each other, and reiterated his firm belief in the prospects of Web 3: "The next generation of financial order will be built on the chain, and the popularization of Web 3 is not a choice but a necessity."