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DeFi.app raises additional $4 million at a flat $100 million token valuation, including via Cobie's Echo

DeFi.app raised $4 million to simplify DeFi trading, launched a public beta, and plans a token sale for its native token, HOME, with innovative features and user engagement strategies.

theblock.co • 13/02/2025 - 17:00 PM

Tokenization protocol Midas introduces 'liquid yield tokens' with risk managers MEV Capital, Edge Capital and RE7 Capital

Midas is launching liquid yield tokens (LYTs) as a new onchain hedge fund architecture to capture yield without a $1 peg, enhancing investment flexibility and risk-adjusted returns.

theblock.co • 13/02/2025 - 11:30 AM

Ethereum Foundation injects nearly $120 million worth of ether into DeFi lending protocols

The Ethereum Foundation moves 30,800 ETH into DeFi protocols Aave and Spark to earn yields without selling assets, amid community concerns over treasury management.

theblock.co • 13/02/2025 - 10:42 AM

Lens Chain plans to adopt Aave’s GHO stablecoin as native gas token

Lens Protocol will use Aave's GHO stablecoin as its gas token, aiming for predictable transaction fees. It will support decentralized interactions on a Layer 2 blockchain.

theblock.co • 13/02/2025 - 10:22 AM

OpenSea refutes ‘false’ KYC rumors for speculative token airdrop

OpenSea denied rumors of requiring KYC for airdrop participation, clarifying misinformation linked to a test site. No official airdrop plans confirmed.

theblock.co • 11/02/2025 - 07:12 AM

Token trading infrastructure provider Reservoir raises $14 million in Series A funding

Reservoir, a crypto startup for token trading, raised $14 million in Series A funding, led by Union Square Ventures, to expand its services across multiple blockchain networks.

theblock.co • 05/02/2025 - 14:00 PM

Analog reaches $300 million valuation in $5 million round ahead of token launch

Analog, a blockchain interoperability protocol, raised $5 million, achieving a $300 million valuation before its token launch, backed by notable investors and expanding its development efforts.

theblock.co • 27/01/2025 - 21:35 PM

Corn raises $8.3 million in community funding to push Bitcoin’s use on its Ethereum Layer 2

Corn, an Ethereum Layer 2 network, raised $8.3 million for Bitcoin integration in DeFi, featuring a new token BTCN and its native incentive token, CORN, with strong VC support.

theblock.co • 23/01/2025 - 05:48 AM

Real-world asset TVL rises to $7.3 billion as government securities dominate

Total value locked in RWA protocols hit $7.3 billion, up 200% YoY, with a focus on government securities reflecting increased institutional confidence in regulated digital assets.

theblock.co • 22/01/2025 - 23:26 PM

Abu Dhabi-backed VC firm invests $5 million in ZKsync-based crypto exchange GRVT

GRVT, a ZKsync-based crypto exchange, raised $5M to expand its services, with plans for spot and options trading, regulatory approvals, and a token launch this year.

theblock.co • 21/01/2025 - 10:20 AM

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