
Ethena Labs announced plans to migrate its $6 billion decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem to Converge. The new blockchain, designed in partnership with Securitize, is slated for public deployment in the second quarter of 2025.
This migration marks a pivotal moment in the DeFi space, with potential implications for institutional-grade finance adoption, driving increased regulatory attention.
Converge Blockchain: $6 Billion DeFi Migration by Ethena
Ethena Labs and Securitize are at the forefront of migrating a $6 billion DeFi ecosystem to Converge. The new blockchain will operate parallel permissionless DeFi apps alongside permissioned institutional grading. Key players include Aave, Ethereal, and Maple Finance.
Converge promises to enhance accessibility by integrating Ethereum Virtual Machine technologies and introducing native KYC functionalities for institutional clients. Experts suggest this move may attract more institutional investment in the DeFi domain.
Vitalik Buterin commented on the emergence of institution-focused Layer 1 solutions. He said, “Converge’s approach to combining permissionless and permissioned applications could be a significant step for institutional DeFi adoption.”
Historical Milestone: Largest DeFi Transition with Converge’s Launch
Ethena’s ENA token stands at $0.42, with a 5.7% increase over the past 24 hours. Ethereum trades at $3,245, up 2.3%, reinforcing the market’s alignment with previous trends.
Experts suggest Converge could transform financial sectors by applying blockchain’s decentralized benefits to traditional finance frameworks. The integration of KYC services might address regulatory challenges while promoting widespread DeFi adoption.