Decentralized finance (Defi)

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AI Agents in DeFi: User Control Must Be ‘Non-Negotiable,’ CEO Warns

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Renç Korzay, CEO of Giza, emphasizes that ethical considerations in AI agent development must be “architecturally enforced.” He advocates for built-in user control and “security-by-design” to minimize regulatory burdens. ‘Architecturally Enforced’ User Security The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence has led to the development of increasingly sophisticated AI agents, capable of performing complex tasks across … Read more

Blockchain Association Urges Congress to Back Cruz Measure to Overturn DeFi Broker Rule

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The Blockchain Association is urging Congress to support a measure sponsored by Sen. Ted Cruz that aims to overturn the Internal Revenue Service’s decentralized finance broker rule. Broker Rule Threatens U.S. DeFi Leadership The Blockchain Association has urged the U.S. Congress to pass a measure sponsored by Senator Ted Cruz that seeks to “overturn the … Read more

Sonic SVM Opens $1M Hackathon Ahead of Mainnet Launch

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Sonic SVM, Solana’s first chain extension, officially announced today its $1M hackathon, designed to spur native decentralized application development ahead of its main net launch on Feb. 27, 2025. New York-Based Sonic SVM Announces Hackathon to Spur Solana Dapp Development Organized by Sonic SVM in New York, the hackathon runs from Feb. 17 to March … Read more

Experts Bullish on BTC Decentralized Finance Growth, Predict Triple-Digit Rise in 2025

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Enthusiasm for Bitcoin in decentralized finance remains strong despite the stagnation of total value locked (TVL) since the start of 2025. Some experts attribute BTCFi’s growth to factors such as institutional investors seeking yield and the development of necessary infrastructure. TVL Declining Across Protocols In the last quarter of 2024, the total value of bitcoin … Read more

Ethereum Foundation Allocates 45,000 ETH to Decentralized Finance Protocols

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According to its recent disclosure, the Ethereum Foundation (EF) has channeled 45,000 ether, valued at approximately $120 million, into four decentralized finance (defi) platforms. 4 Defi Giants Get a Boost From the Ethereum Foundation Amid scrutiny over frequent large-scale divestments of ETH to fund operations—paired with internal discord, leadership disputes, and governance ambiguities—the organization has … Read more

Unwrapping Bitcoin’s Potential: A Conversation With Z Liu of Bit Global Trust

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WBTC unlocks Bitcoin’s liquidity for decentralized finance (defi). In this interview, Z Liu discusses its role and future. Despite many wrapped bitcoin products now available, with many more likely coming out in the years ahead, the OG wrapped bitcoin WBTC continues to dominate this growing category of digital assets. The Bitcoin.com News interview with Z … Read more

Lido V3 Enhances Ethereum Staking With Customizable Vaults 

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Lido, a decentralized protocol enabling liquid staking on Ethereum, has released Version 3 (V3) of its infrastructure, centered on stVaults. These modular vaults allow users to customize staking parameters, including validator selection, fee structures, and risk profiles while retaining access to STETH, Lido’s liquid staking token. Ethereum’s Lido Rolls Out Modular Staking in Major Protocol … Read more

Uniswap Launches Unichain Mainnet to Boost Defi Efficiency 

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Uniswap Labs has launched Unichain Mainnet, a decentralized blockchain designed to reduce transaction costs and accelerate decentralized finance (defi) operations. Decentralized Rollup Unichain Goes Live, Targets Defi Scalability The Ethereum layer two (L2) network, tested through 95 million transactions and 14.7 million smart contracts in four months, aims to enhance defi accessibility with 1-second block … Read more

Collaboration Between Developers, Regulators Crucial for Defi’s Success, Says Former High-Tech Lawyer

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A former high-tech corporate lawyer has advocated for sector-specific regulations for decentralized finance that leverage the technology’s strengths while addressing its weaknesses. The Importance of Collaboration Ran Hammer, a blockchain and crypto-focused lawyer, is advocating for sector-specific laws for decentralized finance (defi) that consider the strengths and weaknesses of the underlying technology. According to Hammer, … Read more

Confidence Shaken: Value Locked in Defi Endures a $15B Blow 

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The past seven days have proven tumultuous for digital assets, with decentralized finance (defi) protocols hemorrhaging 12.71% of their locked capital. From the twilight hours of Jan. 31 through Feb. 7, 2025, a staggering $15.088 billion evaporated from the ecosystem. Defi Protocol Holdings See Cascading Losses Data extracted from defillama.com as of Feb. 7 reveals … Read more