Circle Ventures and Consensys Support Aave Recovery Initiative
Circle Ventures has acquired AAVE tokens to join the DeFi United recovery effort following the April 18 rsETH exploit, alongside a 30,000 ETH commitment from Consensys.
Decentralized Finance (DeFi) - Page 4
Decentralized Finance, or DeFi, refers to a financial system built on blockchain technology that operates without traditional intermediaries like banks or brokers. DeFi platforms use smart contracts to offer services such as lending, borrowing, trading, and yield generation. These systems are typically open-source and accessible to anyone with a crypto wallet. While DeFi enables greater financial inclusion and innovation, it also carries risks related to smart contract vulnerabilities and market volatility. DeFi has become one of the most influential sectors in the crypto industry.
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DeFi Hacks Hit $800M in 2026 as April Sets Record Losses
The DeFi sector is facing a deepening security crisis after nearly $800 million in losses this year, with April alone accounting for the majority.
Coinbase x402 Launches Agentic.market for AI Agents
Coinbase unveils Agentic.market, an app store-like platform built on x402 that allows AI agents to access and transact with digital services autonomously.
Coinbase Launches Crypto-Backed Loans in UK amid FCA Regulatory Push
Coinbase has rolled out crypto-backed USDC loans in the UK, allowing users to borrow against Bitcoin and Ether as regulators move toward a full crypto framework.
Solana Foundation Launches STRIDE Program to Strengthen Ecosystem Security
Solana introduces STRIDE and new security initiatives to enhance ecosystem protection and transparency.
Crypto Hackers Steal $169M From DeFi Protocols in Q1 2026
Crypto hackers stole nearly $169 million from DeFi protocols in Q1 2026, marking a sharp decline from last year’s record-breaking losses.
Circle to Launch cirBTC, Challenging Wrapped Bitcoin Leaders
Circle plans to launch cirBTC, a wrapped Bitcoin asset aimed at institutional users, competing with Coinbase and BitGo.
Binance Tests Prediction Markets Feature in Wallet via Predict.Fun
Binance is beta-testing a prediction markets feature in its wallet app through a partnership with Predict.Fun.
Solana Positions Itself as Backbone for AI-Driven Agentic Internet
Solana Foundation says AI agents are driving onchain activity, with the network emerging as key infrastructure for machine-to-machine payments.
DeFi Lobby Drops Airdrop Lawsuit Against SEC After Regulatory Shift
The DeFi Education Fund and Beba have withdrawn their lawsuit against the SEC over crypto airdrops, citing a changing regulatory stance and ongoing work by the…