ECB working paper examines concentrated DeFi governance
Researchers studied token ownership and voting in four DeFi protocols. Their findings raise accountability questions but are not an ECB regulatory ruling.
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Developments in decentralized finance, its applications and risks.
Uniswap founder warns of scam ads after user loses six-figure crypto portfolio
Uniswap’s founder is warning users after a victim lost a six-figure portfolio to a fake search ad posing as the protocol. Sponsored phishing links remain a major threat as crypto scam losses climb again. Users connecting wallets through search results face heightened risk.
Parsec closes after five-year run as DeFi and NFT slowdown reshapes crypto analytics market
Parsec is shutting down after its DeFi- and NFT-focused analytics model fell out of sync with today’s market. Slowing on-chain activity and a prolonged downturn have pressured smaller crypto startups. The move signals a broader consolidation phase as the industry recalibrates after years of volatility.
Matcha Meta breach traced to SwapNet exploit drains up to $16.8M on Base
Matcha Meta users were urged to revoke approvals after a SwapNet contract exploit drained up to $16.8 million on Base, with security firms tracing the attack to a smart-contract flaw that allowed approved funds to be transferred, highlighting ongoing DeFi risks that are increasingly being exposed with the help of AI tools.
New SEC filings sharpen debate over self-custody and DeFi rules as market structure talks intensify
New SEC submissions spotlight rising tensions over self-custody and DeFi regulation, as industry groups push for clearer dealer rules while warning against weakened investor protections during ongoing CLARITY bill negotiations.
Visa crypto card usage jumps more than fivefold in 2025 as payments go mainstream
Visa-linked crypto card spending jumped 525% in 2025, driven largely by stablecoin usage and strong demand from DeFi-native platforms. The data suggests crypto payments are moving beyond experimentation and into everyday use, with Visa positioning itself at the center of that transition.
FCA consults on UK crypto trading and market-abuse rules
The FCA’s December 16, 2025 proposals covered crypto trading, disclosures, market abuse and other activities, with responses due February 12.
UK FCA opens sweeping consultation on crypto rules for exchanges, lending and DeFi
UK FCA opens consultations on new crypto rules for exchanges, staking, lending and DeFi, with feedback open until early 2026. The move marks a shift toward full market-structure regulation as the UK plans to bring crypto under financial laws by 2027.
Alexander Ray, Web3 infrastructure builder and CTDG partner, passes away
Alexander Ray, a Web3 infrastructure builder and CTDG partner, has passed away, leaving a lasting impact on Solana staking and regulated DeFi. His work on JPool, Albus Protocol and institutional blockchain infrastructure continues to shape the ecosystem he helped build.
Singapore-licensed StraitsX plans Solana launch for SGD and USD stablecoins in 2026
StraitsX plans to bring its Singapore dollar and US dollar stablecoins to Solana by early 2026, targeting payments, DeFi and AI-driven use cases. The move reflects growing demand for regulated, high-speed stablecoin infrastructure as real-world adoption accelerates across Asia.
Ripple tests RLUSD on Ethereum layer 2s as it accelerates multichain expansion
Ripple is piloting its RLUSD stablecoin on Ethereum layer 2s including Optimism and Base using native crosschain transfers. The move signals a broader multichain push as Ripple positions RLUSD as a regulated, scalable stablecoin for both DeFi and institutional use.
Bitcoin outperforms most crypto sectors despite broad market pullback, Glassnode says
Bitcoin has slid in recent months but is still outperforming most crypto sectors, Glassnode says. Deeper losses in ETH, AI tokens, memecoins and DeFi suggest investors are concentrating capital in BTC as a relative safe haven.
Binance Signals Move Into Tokenized Stock Derivatives With New API Update
Here’s a short X-friendly version: Binance’s new API hints at upcoming stock-based perpetual futures, signaling a fresh push into tokenized equities. The move comes as demand for tokenized stocks grows across CeFi and DeFi, even as regulators increase scrutiny. With Nasdaq and the SEC also embracing tokenization, the race for digitized capital markets is accelerating.
Coinbase Opens Solana DEX Access as CeFi–DeFi Lines Blur
Coinbase now supports trading all Solana tokens via DEX rails—no listings needed. As Solana’s DeFi ecosystem surges, CeFi platforms are increasingly becoming gateways to decentralized markets.
Circle Wins Abu Dhabi License as UAE Accelerates Stablecoin and Crypto Regulation
Quick Take: Circle has received approval to operate as a Money Services Provider in Abu Dhabi, aligning with the UAE’s broader push to expand its crypto and DeFi regulatory framework. The move positions USDC for wider adoption across the region as the UAE continues to establish itself as a leading global hub for digital assets.
RedStone Launches Credora, a DeFi Risk Ratings Platform in Wake of $20B Market Crash
RedStone’s new platform Credora introduces data-driven DeFi risk ratings, integrating with Morpho and Spark to measure creditworthiness and default probabilities. The launch comes weeks after a $20B DeFi liquidation, reflecting growing demand for onchain transparency and standardized risk scoring in decentralized finance.
DeFi Researchers Uncover $284M in Exposure Tied to Stream Finance Collapse
DeFi researchers uncovered $284M in debt exposure linked to Stream Finance, with major protocols like Elixir and TelosC heavily impacted. The discovery follows Stream’s $93M loss and halted operations, raising fresh concerns about transparency and systemic risk in interconnected DeFi lending markets.
From South Park to Wall Street: Prediction Markets Are Becoming the Next Big DeFi Breakthrough
Prediction markets are rapidly entering the mainstream, with Polymarket and Kalshi leading the charge. Experts say their simplicity and cultural relevance could make them DeFi’s first mass-adopted product — bridging the gap between Wall Street and everyday users.