Donut Labs raises $7M to launch first ‘agentic’ crypto browser
Donut Labs raised $7M to develop an AI-powered ‘agentic’ crypto browser that autonomously executes blockchain transactions like swaps and yield farming.
No more ETH dumps? Ethereum Foundation turns to DeFi for cash
The Ethereum Foundation borrowed $2 million in GHO stablecoin from Aave, signaling a shift toward DeFi strategies for managing its treasury and reducing ETH sell-offs.
Mezo Network Launches Mainnet With 1% Borrowing Rates, MUSD Stablecoin, and Yield Vaults for Bitcoin Users – “The Defiant”
Mezo Network launches its Bitcoin-focused DeFi mainnet, offering 1% borrowing rates, MUSD stablecoin, and yield vaults to help users leverage Bitcoin without selling.
Ethena’s sUSDe yields lure liquidity: Does AAVE now face a bearish break?
Ethena’s sUSDe yields are attracting DeFi liquidity, challenging Aave’s lending model. AAVE prices weaken as Ethena PTs surge past $1B in collateral, offering higher yields. Aave’s borrowing rates decline, signaling potential capital outflow.
XRP News: RLUSD Stablecoin Bags New Listing on Major DeFi Platform
Ripple’s RLUSD stablecoin gains traction with a new listing on Euler Finance, boosting adoption amid growing institutional interest and trading volume surges, despite temporary minting pauses.
DeFi Platform Cork Protocol Suffers $12M Exploit, Markets Paused – Crypto News Bitcoin News
Cork Protocol suffered a $12M exploit via a malicious contract, leading to paused markets. Hackers stole digital assets, with blockchain security firm Cyvers alerting users.
Euler Continues Comeback With Euler Swap DEX Launch – “The Defiant”
Euler Finance launches Euler Swap, a smart DEX integrating lending, trading, and borrowing with Uniswap v4 compatibility, boosting yields and offering customizable AMM curves.
Galxe Launches Starboard to Reward Active Users
Galxe launches Starboard, a platform to reward active Web3 users with on-chain and off-chain analytics. Over 20 projects joined, contributing $5M to a shared rewards pool.
Starknet Launches USDC-Backed Asset Runes with Trustless Liquidity Pools, XverseApp Integration, and STRK, ETH Access – “The Defiant”
Starknet launches Asset Runes, Bitcoin-native assets backed 1:1 by USDC, with plans for STRK, ETH, NFTs, and RWAs. These enable Bitcoin users to access Ethereum assets via Starknet, featuring trustless liquidity pools and XverseApp integration.
Cork Protocol hacked for $12M, smart contracts paused
Cork Protocol suffered a $12M hack via a smart contract exploit, prompting contract pauses. This follows Cetus DEX’s $223M hack, highlighting ongoing DeFi security challenges and the need for improved measures.
