Over the past 35 days, the total value locked in decentralized finance (defi) protocols has expanded by .89 billion, recovering from a low of just over billion on April 13. Although it has not yet reached the 0 billion mark, the value locked in defi is approaching that milestone after hovering just below it. […]
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Defi Protocol Sonne Finance Reports Major Security Breach, $20 Million Lost to Hackers
Sonne Finance, a decentralized liquidity market protocol, was hit by a cyberattack, with initial losses of million in USD Coin and Wrapped Ethereum from its Optimism chain quickly escalating to million, as detected by blockchain security firm Cyvers on May 15. Following the attack, Sonne Finance suspended its Optimism Market and assured that […]
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How DLCs Can Enable Defi Deposits and Fulfill Bitcoin’s Promise
Bitcoin embodies decentralization, security, and self-sovereignty. But today, financial transactions with Bitcoin require the use of custodians or bridges – a reliance on intermediaries that has led to disastrous losses numbering in the billions of dollars. Discreet Log Contracts (DLCs) are poised to change that by allowing users in the space, for the first time, […]
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Solana’s Defi Landscape to Shift With Marginfi’s Introduction of YBX Stablecoin
The decentralized lending protocol built on the Solana blockchain, Marginfi, announced the upcoming launch of YBX, which is expected to be the first notable decentralized stablecoin on Solana, aiming to provide an alternative to the network’s heavy reliance on Circle’s centralized stablecoin usd coin (USDC). The stablecoin, backed by SOL-based liquid staking derivatives (LSDs), is […]
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2 Bitcoin L2 Projects Secure Investments to Enhance Bitcoin’s Defi Capabilities
On Tuesday, two Bitcoin-centric layer two (L2) initiatives successfully secured funding from strategic investors. Botanix Labs, a startup focused on developing a decentralized Turing-complete L2 EVM (Ethereum Virtual Machine), garnered .5 million. Meanwhile, the Bitcoin L2 ZKM attracted million during a pre-seed investment phase. Bitcoin L2 Projects Gain Momentum With New Financing Rounds Throughout […]
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Attackers Steal $1.6 Million in Digital Assets From Defi Protocol Pike Finance
Unknown attackers recently siphoned digital assets valued at just under .6 million from the decentralized finance protocol, Pike Finance. The protocol announced it is offering a 20% reward for the return of the funds, while an ongoing investigation into the incident continues. USDC Vulnerability The decentralized finance (defi) protocol, Pike Finance, said on May 1 […]
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Prioritizing First-Mover Advantage Over Security Leaves Defi Protocols Vulnerable to Hacks – Nikita Ovchinnik
According to Nikita Ovchinnik, founder of Barter Defi, decentralized finance (defi) protocols are increasingly becoming the primary target of most hacking attacks because defi “lays bare its inner workings for all to see.” He said the open-source nature of defi means hackers and malicious actors have ample time to study and identify weaknesses or vulnerabilities […]
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Memereum Presale: New Wave of Crypto Opportunities Offering Investors Access to DeFi Innovation
PRESS RELEASE. Monaco, April 24, 2024 – Memereum, a promising project on the BNB Smart Chain, is delighted to announce the launch of its presale. It invites investors to join the movement towards financial empowerment and innovation. With a suite of special financial products and services, Memereum is going to participate in the future advancement […]
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Crypto Guru Reveals Top Altcoin Picks And DeFi Risks: What You Need To Know
Renowned crypto analyst Lark Davis recently shared insights into the world of altcoin and decentralized finance (DeFi), offering high-risk, high-reward options and established projects.
During a live stream, Davis discussed his current portfolio holdings, while emphasizing the volatility inherent in these markets.
High-Risk Ventures Altcoin And Established DeFi Projects
During his discussion, Davis advised against investing in Bitcoin SV (BSV), expressing doubts about Craig Wright’s claim to be Satoshi Nakamoto. He emphasized the importance of doing thorough research before investing in cryptocurrencies.
Additionally, he mentioned Bitcoin Cash (BCH) as a potential candidate for the next ETF approval in the US due to its slight variations from Bitcoin.
Regarding altcoins and DeFi, Davis highlighted different projects in his portfolio, including “Puff, Benji, and Foxy,” which he categorized as “high-risk, high-reward ventures.” Davis also mentioned DeFi projects like “Jup and Arrow,” which are known for their governance features and staking rewards.
Furthermore, Davis discussed projects with considerable potential for growth, such as Solana, Trader Joe, and Mantle. However, he emphasized these investments’ volatile nature and recommended that viewers approach them cautiously.
In addition to Davis’s insights, Solana has recently become the fourth-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, surpassing XRP and Dogecoin. With a market cap of .7 billion and a price of 4.66 at the time of writing, Solana’s rise reflects growing interest in the project.
Analysts’ Perspectives On Altcoins
Meanwhile, analysts offer contrasting views on the future of altcoins. Altcoin Sherpa suggests that these alternative tokens may stagnate for 1-4 months, needing time to consolidate after a significant run.
It’s quite possible that altcoins are done for the next 1-4 months. There are certainly going to be outliers but I think that the majority need time to chill out and consolidate after such a big run.
The scary thing is that many alts didn’t even run that hard over the last few… pic.twitter.com/sGke8PT5yw
— Altcoin Sherpa (@AltcoinSherpa) April 16, 2024
However, Crypto Jelle presents an opposite outlook, suggesting that altcoins could rally massively in the coming months.
Crypto Jelle points to historical patterns, noting that altcoins typically consolidate after breaking out from a resistance zone before entering a new bull run. If history repeats itself, altcoins could demonstrate significant growth potential shortly.
It’s about time for #Altcoins to remind everyone what they’re capable of.
Looks primed to go on a massive rally in the coming months.
I’m ready. pic.twitter.com/qru4GksczF
— Jelle (@CryptoJelleNL) April 12, 2024
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Orbs VP Ran Hammer Says Future of Defi ‘Hinges on Liquidity Aggregation’
Although decentralized finance (defi) platforms have traditionally focused more on maintaining liquidity and volumes in their respective pools, Ran Hammer, the vice president of business development at Orbs, believes that “the future of defi hinges on liquidity aggregation.” According to Hammer, this shift is evidenced by the emergence of dominant aggregators that optimize trades by […]
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