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Binance Research Publishes Sweeping Review of 2022, Outlook for 2023

by BSCN

January 17, 2023

Binance Research authors look back at a challenging 2022 for many areas in the crypto sector and share what they're looking forward to in 2023.

Binance Looks Beyond the Bear

Binance Research has published a comprehensive review of the crypto space in 2022, covering all areas of the sector, from layer-1 performance to GameFi to regulations. Additionally, the authors shared a list of themes they are “actively monitoring” in 2023.

The Binance Research Twitter account shared some highlights of the 120-page report in a thread on Jan. 12:

1/ 2022 was a defining year for crypto, which will shape the industry for years to come.

We compiled every influential event and key highlights of 2022 in one comprehensive report.

A #Binance Research thread on the key takeaways ⬇️ 🧵https://t.co/GWM3Z2xxhR
— Binance Research (@BinanceResearch) January 12, 2023

On Jan. 17, Binance Research posted a second thread on the themes for 2023:

2022 was an influential year for the crypto industry.

Yet 2022 seems to have only set the stage for an even more significant year in 2023…

In this #Binance Research thread, we highlight the top themes to watch in 2023. ⬇️ 🧵
— Binance Research (@BinanceResearch) January 17, 2023

According to the report, those themes include:

Macroeconomics and the correlation between traditional and crypto markets
Integration of real-world assets with blockchain DeFi and NFT projects
Liquid staking and Ethereum’s upcoming Shanghai Upgrade
Utility for NFTs
Improvements in blockchain gameplay
Greater regulatory clarity.

The report concludes: “2022 served as a reality check for many in the crypto space. Challenging macro conditions, black swan events, and the implosion of notable companies brought to the fore the importance of factors such as fundamentals, valuations, and tokenomics, among others. That said, a bear market is the perfect time to BUIDL.”

Read the Binance Research report for far more insights and observations.

What is Binance Research:

Binance Research is the research arm of Binance, the world's leading cryptocurrency exchange. The team is committed to delivering objective, independent, and comprehensive analysis and aims to be the thought leader in the crypto space. Our analysts publish insightful thought pieces regularly on topics related but not limited to, the crypto ecosystem, blockchain technologies, and the latest market themes.