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.
LayerZero announced it will withdraw off-chain support for 14 low-activity blockchain networks, including Arbitrum Nova, by September. This move involves deprecating its decentralized verifier network and Executors, which facilitate cross-chain commu...
Aave's total deposits have surged to $30 billion, marking a 30% increase in Q3 2026 and signaling a recovery in liquidity for the DeFi lending platform. Active loans stand at about $10 billion, showing significant capital use within the ecosystem. Th...
Aave's token AAVE surged nearly 25% following a rise in the protocol's Total Value Locked (TVL) to $18.05 billion, indicating increased capital inflow. User incentives also reached their highest since December 2025, supporting protocol activity. Howe...
Bitcoin Cash surged 32.2% to $295.41, leading the day's top gainers as investors show renewed interest in Bitcoin forks, which are seen as more scalable alternatives to Bitcoin. Other notable gainers include Zcash (+29.5%), known for privacy features...
Cryptocurrency markets experienced notable gains with Bitcoin rising 6.4% to $77,338 and Ethereum up 4.2% to $2,427. Several altcoins showed significant increases, including BCH up 28.3%, ZEC up 21.2%, and PEPE surging 22.4%. These movements indicate...
