VeChain’s native token, VET, is drawing renewed attention as the project prepares to launch its long-awaited Stargate program.
Analyst Michaël van de Poppe has highlighted the protocol’s recent developments, technical setup, and bullish ecosystem momentum as key reasons for potential upside.
Van de Poppe emphasized that VeChain has been quietly executing major upgrades. Among them, UFC President Dana White recently joined as an advisor, bringing brand-building expertise. Additionally, Mugshot, the project’s first flagship app, surpassed 1 million active users.
Strategic partnerships have also emerged. VeChain’s integration with WanChain enables seamless cross-chain transfers, unlocking broader DeFi and liquidity access. Meanwhile, the protocol secured a MiCA license for both VET and VTHO, positioning it as one of Europe’s first regulatory-compliant blockchain projects.
VeChain also partnered with Stella Pay, enabling Visa-style transactions at over 130 million retailers — bridging the gap between Web2 convenience and Web3 utility.
The upcoming Stargate upgrade introduces protocol-level NFTs and a new staking system. It reduces entry barriers for validators, increases staking rewards, and burns more VTHO — creating a deflationary environment that may boost demand and network value.
This flywheel dynamic — where more activity results in higher burns and stronger token economics — is designed to reward early participants. Higher yields, lower inflation, and stronger network participation are expected to drive long-term ecosystem value.
VET’s price has dropped nearly 70% over the past six months, returning to key accumulation levels. Van de Poppe believes the correction is largely macro-driven and does not reflect VeChain’s on-chain growth.
Historically, VET rallied to the 1.618 Fibonacci level during previous cycles. If that pattern repeats, the token could revisit the $0.12 mark, up significantly from current levels.
Van de Poppe views the current market conditions as a rare opportunity. With macro shifts underway and the Stargate launch approaching, he believes VeChain may be significantly undervalued relative to its actual progress.
As the crypto market begins rotating back into fundamentally strong altcoins, VeChain — with its enterprise partnerships and real-world adoption — may be positioned for outperformance in the next cycle.
