This remarkable surge in TVL owes much to Pendle’s strategic integrations with Eigenlayer and Ethena, both of which have garnered immense popularity in the last quarter.

The excitement surrounding the EigenLayer Stakedrop quickly turned to disappointment with the announcement of a minimal 15% token allocation and significant geographical restrictions.

The number one smart contract blockchain saw transaction costs drop again, with speculation there could be increased altcoin activity ahead.

Key initiatives include the introduction of a self-custody mobile wallet and a strategic partnership with Moonpay to make asset purchases more straightforward. These expansions aim to simplify access to decentralized finance for both new and seasoned users.

Following Renzo’s tokenomics release, the ezETH price plummeted, causing widespread liquidations among leverage restaking farmers. Although adjustments were made to improve community allocations, many stakeholders continued to express discontent.

Utilizing advanced analytics, Arkham reveals that even seasoned DeFi participants may overlook substantial funds trapped in bridge contracts for extended periods.

The new protocol will function partly off-chain and draws inspiration from traditional banking models. Although it has sparked excitement within the ecosystem, there are also concerns about whether it might be considered an unlicensed lending product.

The regulator issued the DEX with a Wells Notice, possibly for acting like an "unregistered securities" exchange. Uniswap argues the SEC is abusing its power and plans to fight the potential lawsuit.