Babylon, a Bitcoin staking protocol, has secured over $5 billion in staked Bitcoin, allowing users to stake BTC natively on Bitcoin's network and earn yield by helping secure Proof-of-Stake chains. Through a new partnership with Aave, users can now borrow stablecoins against their locked BTC without wrapping, bridging, or giving up custody, unlocking new borrowing options in decentralized finance. Babylon's approach keeps BTC on its native chain, offering unique utility and security compared to wrapped BTC products, though investors should consider smart contract and staking risks. This integration marks a significant step in expanding Bitcoin's DeFi capabilities while maintaining user control over assets.
Aave has expanded its use of Chainlink's Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP) to become the default infrastructure for all cross-chain activities within its ecosystem. This integration now supports deposits, withdrawals, Stable Vaults, GHO st...
Aave has chosen Chainlink's Cross Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP) as its default infrastructure to support cross-chain activities across its ecosystem, including the Aave App, GHO stablecoin transfers, Stable Vaults, and governance execution. ...
Solana's blockchain network is rapidly expanding, adding an average of 8.4 million new addresses weekly and processing a record 10.1 billion transactions in Q1 2026. This growth highlights Solana's increasing adoption and positions it ahead of Ethere...
DeXe (DEXE) surged 7.04% to $38.16, topping the altcoin gainers due to recent improvements in its governance model, pushing its market cap to $1.78 billion. Other notable gainers include Arbitrum, Uniswap, Worldcoin, and Aave, each rising between 4% ...
DeFi platform Aave introduced Stable Vaults, enabling fintechs and payment providers to offer fixed-rate stablecoin yields, enhancing its ecosystem. This launch, alongside the Aave V4 upgrade, increased token trading volume by 14.5% and price by near...
