Category: DeFi & DApps
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Base decentralized exchange Aerodrome faces a suspected frontend security breach
The suspected frontend breach at Aerodrome, a leading DEX on Base, highlights ongoing security vulnerabilities in DeFi, potentially undermining user trust and platform stability.
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Robert Leshner says borrowing against Tesla stock for car purchases represents DeFi future
Compound founder Robert Leshner suggests using real-world assets like Tesla stock as DeFi collateral, bridging traditional finance with decentralized protocols for consumer lending.
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Coinbase to acquire Solana decentralized exchange Vector for on-chain trading expansion
The acquisition aims to enhance Coinbase’s on-chain trading capabilities by integrating Vector’s Solana-based DEX technology, reflecting a strategic move to expand within the decentralized finance ecosystem.
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GANA payment attack results in a $3.1 million loss
The GANA payment attack resulted in a $3.1 million loss, highlighting critical vulnerabilities in payment systems and the persistent threat of sophisticated, undetected exploits.
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Snipers earn $1.3 million using flashblocks on a creator coin on Base blockchain
The incident highlights persistent vulnerabilities in decentralized finance, where sophisticated actors exploit transaction ordering for profit, raising concerns about fairness and security on emerging blockchain platforms.
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Coinbase introduces million-dollar Ethereum loans amid rising Base network lending activity
Coinbase expands its institutional lending services with large-scale ETH loans, reflecting growing demand for crypto-backed financing and the platform’s deepening role in digital asset capital markets.
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DeFi Lending Hit New Record in Q3 According to Galaxy Report
Galaxy reports record DeFi lending volume in Q3, indicating robust growth in decentralized finance and increased capital utilization within the crypto ecosystem.
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Coinbase launches ETH-backed loans amid growth in onchain lending
Coinbase expands its financial services by offering ETH-backed loans, reflecting the growing trend of onchain lending and institutional adoption of decentralized finance products.
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Securitize launches institutional assets on Plume Nest Protocol
Securitize is launching institutional assets on Plume’s Nest Protocol, integrating traditional finance with DeFi to enhance liquidity and accessibility for regulated digital securities.
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World App begins pilot for virtual bank accounts using USDC for payroll
World App’s pilot enables USDC payroll deposits, advancing crypto integration into traditional finance and expanding stablecoin utility for everyday financial transactions.