USDT0 Launches on Arbitrum With 1:1 Backing, Faster Transfers 

Tether has upgraded its USDT stablecoin on Arbitrum to USDT0, a cross-chain compatible asset backed 1:1 by Ethereum-based USDT reserves. Tether Transitions Arbitrum USDT to USDT0 Tether says the upgrade automatically converts existing Arbitrum USDT holdings to USDT0 without requiring user action. USDT0 will serve as Arbitrum’s canonical stablecoin, maintaining the same contract address. Transfers … Read more

Report: ‘Solana Is Drinking the Ethereum Milkshake’

Cryptocurrency exchange OKX says “Solana’s meteoric ascent redefined the potential of Web3,” in its 2025 “State of DEXs” report. Solana Is Surging While Ethereum Is Fighting for Relevance Says OKX When it comes to dominating volume on decentralized exchanges (DEXs), Solana is eating Ethereum’s lunch – and drinking its milkshake – at least that’s how … Read more

Symbiotic Deploys Feature-Complete Restaking Protocol on Ethereum

The restaking protocol Symbiotic has launched a permissionless, feature-complete shared security protocol on Ethereum Mainnet, enabling blockchain networks to restake assets with full slashing capabilities. Shared Security Protocol With Full Slashing Goes Live on Ethereum According to the announcement shared with Bitcoin.com News, the protocol allows networks to manage restaking implementations autonomously while maintaining control … Read more

Thorchain Faces Insolvency, Halts Redemptions

Node operators voted to temporarily suspend redemptions for the platform’s decentralized finance (defi) offerings, but core developers claim it’s business as usual for all other aspects of the network. Thorchain Teeters on the Edge of Insolvency Decentralized exchange Thorchain halted fund redemptions on its defi products on Friday amid rumors of potential insolvency but claimed … Read more

Avant Launches Defi-Native Stablecoin Pair on Avalanche

The tokens use sophisticated delta hedging market strategies to generate double-digit yields for investors. Yield-Focused Stablecoins Debut on Avalanche Defi platform Avant launched its yield-focused stablecoin pair AVUSD and SAVUSD on the Avalanche blockchain on Thursday. The tokens made their debut after a five-month whitelisting period where they generated a double-digit yield, according to a … Read more

Defi Perp Protocol Hyperliquid Hits $21B in Daily Volume, Bolstered by TRUMP and MELANIA Listings

On Jan. 20, 2025, Hyperliquid, a decentralized perpetual exchange powered by a custom-engineered, high-performance layer one (L1) blockchain, revealed it had reached a series of unprecedented milestones in trading volume. Within the past 24 hours alone, the platform reported facilitating an impressive $21 billion in volume. Hyperliquid Shatters Records: $21B in 24-Hour Trading Volume and … Read more

Sky’s Stablecoin USDS Climbs to $2 Billion Circulation in Breakout Month

As of this week, Sky, the decentralized finance (defi) initiative previously recognized as Makerdao, has witnessed its newly launched stablecoin, USDS, exceed the $2 billion threshold. Among the top ten stablecoins, it experienced the most significant expansion in supply over the past month. Sky’s USDS Climbs to Top Five While DAI Holds Its Ground Sky’s … Read more