DeFi
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DeFi Lending Giant Sky Sets Vote to Offload Wrapped Bitcoin as Justin Sun Concerns Linger
The action could impact $200 million of DeFi loans in the Sky ecosystem should the proposal pass.
By Krisztian SandorSep 12, 2024
Bitcoin Yields as High as 45% on Offer in Pendle's New Pools
The floating yields on the bitcoin-based LBTC token are from pools that went live on Wednesday. There's also a fixed-yield option of an annualized 10%.
By Shaurya MalwaSep 12, 2024
Osmosis Launches Cross-Chain Token Portal 'Polaris,' Expanding Beyond Cosmos Roots
Polaris is described as a "token portal" aimed at solving one of decentralized finance's biggest challenges: fragmented user experience.
By Sam KesslerSep 11, 2024
How Ethereum 2.0 Can Transform DeFi
The shift to proof-of-stake has raised worries about over-centralization. By reaffirming its commitment to decentralization, the blockchain can realize its goals, says James Wo, Founder & CEO of DFG.
By James WoSep 4, 2024
Inside the Trump Crypto Project Linked to a $2M DeFi Hack and Former Pick-Up Artist
Four team members listed in World Liberty Financial's white paper previously worked on Dough Finance, which was drained of $2 million in July. One also founded Date Hotter Girls LLC.
By Sam Kessler, Danny Nelson, Cheyenne LigonSep 3, 2024
DeFi Protocol Penpie Exploited for $27M of Crypto Assets; PNP Token Craters 40%
Crypto users lost some $2 billion due to hacks, scams and exploits throughout 2023, one report said.
By Krisztian SandorSep 3, 2024
Institutional DeFi Needs a BUIDL Moment
The lack of institutional adoption in DeFi is mostly due to capability limitations, not just regulatory uncertainty, says Jesus Rodriguez, CEO, IntoTheBlock.
By Jesus RodriguezSep 3, 2024
U.S. House Committee Plans for Heap of Crypto Hearings in September
The House Financial Services Committee is expected to look at DeFi, U.S. enforcement and "pig butchering" in a series of hearings the panel is set to schedule for next month.
By Jesse HamiltonAug 29, 2024
Trump's New Crypto Business to Offer Access to 'High-Yield' Investments, Website Says
World Liberty Financial is "the only crypto DeFi platform supported by Donald J. Trump," according to homepage metadata.
By Danny NelsonAug 29, 2024
Trump Keeps Teasing His New Crypto Project, but Details Remain Scant
There have been hints it will involve DeFi.
By Cheyenne LigonAug 29, 2024