DeFi
In-depth research, opinions, and analysis of DeFi trends.
U.S. Judge Delays Aave Hearing on Unfreezing $71M in Stolen ETH
<p>A U.S. judge has delayed a hearing on Aave’s application to unfreeze $71 million in stolen ETH, extending uncertainty around the recovery and court process.</p>
Aave Completes First Phase of rsETH Recovery Plan on Arbitrum
<p>Aave says the first phase of its rsETH recovery plan is complete, including the destruction of attacker-held rsETH on Arbitrum.</p>
Ekubo Protocol Attack on Extension Contract Causes $1.4M Loss
<p>Ekubo Protocol says a custom extension contract was attacked, leading to about $1.4 million in losses. Here’s what happened and what to watch next.</p>
Hyperliquid Tests 15-Minute Crypto Up-Down Event Contracts in Prediction Market Push
<p>Hyperliquid is testing 15-minute crypto up-down event contracts, signaling a broader move into prediction markets. Here is the market impact, product angle, and what users should watch.</p>
SOL Strategies Acquires HoudiniSwap for $18M in DeFi Deal
<p>SOL Strategies acquires cross-chain aggregator HoudiniSwap for $18 million, signaling a deeper push into DeFi infrastructure and cross-chain liquidity.</p>
Aave Deposit Vault Proposal Targets Shortfall Repayment With Yield
<p>Aave Chan founder proposes a deposit vault that could use yield to address the Aave shortfall. Here’s how the plan may work and why it matters.</p>
Arbitrum DAO Vote to Release 30,766 ETH After Kelp Attack
<p>Arbitrum DAO has opened a vote on releasing 30,766 ETH tied to the Kelp attack aftermath. Here’s what it means for governance and DeFi.</p>
DeFi Groups Ask SEC for Clearer Regulatory Rules
<p>DeFi groups have sent a letter to the SEC seeking clearer regulatory rules. Here is what the request means for DeFi oversight, compliance, and the broader crypto market.</p>
Lido Proposes Up to $5.8M in stETH for Kelp Funding Gap
<p>Lido has proposed using up to $5.8M in stETH to address a Kelp funding gap. Here’s what the proposal could mean for stETH, DeFi, and market watchers.</p>
Circle Economist Calls for Higher Aave USDC Borrow Rate
<p>Circle’s chief economist proposes a higher Aave USDC borrow rate, framing the move as a way to ease liquidity constraints and tighten market balances.</p>
Flying Tulip Launches Withdrawal Circuit Breaker Mechanism
<p>Flying Tulip has launched a withdrawal circuit breaker mechanism, putting DeFi withdrawal safeguards and protocol risk controls in focus.</p>
Aave Founder Says Recovery Plans Are Underway as $70M in ETH Is Recovered
<p>Aave’s founder says multiple plans are underway for an orderly recovery, with $70 million in ETH already recovered as the situation continues to develop.</p>
Kamino Suspends LayerZero Asset Interactions, Halts Deposits
<p>Kamino has suspended LayerZero-related asset interactions and closed deposits and lending. Here’s what the move means for users and DeFi risk.</p>