Decentralized finance: lending, DEXs, stablecoins, yield, and liquidity. 435 stories curated by CryptoCatalyst.
The IMF says investors are using blockchain-based shares for smaller trades and transactions outside regular market hours. But it warns that tokenized stocks remain volatile and hard to trade smoothly, while legal protections and settlement infrastructure are still catching up.
One year after the Oct. 10, 2025 flash crash, Bitcoin and Ether order books have recovered depth, while liquidity in altcoins has continued to erode. Spot trading is still well below its October 2025 high, and the crash’s $19 billion liquidation shock has not removed the forces that can trigger another sharp selloff.
Securitize has launched tokenized versions of US stocks on the Solana blockchain, including Apple, Nvidia, and Strategy. These tokens are backed 1:1 by real shares and offer dividends and USDC settlement. This move could make stock trading more accessible and efficient.
Samsung is rolling out USDC transfers on the Solana blockchain for US Galaxy users through its Samsung Wallet app. The feature includes fiat on- and off-ramps, making it easier to convert between crypto and traditional currency. This follows Samsung's earlier tease of stablecoin support and could make crypto payments more accessible to mainstream users.
Tether, the issuer of USDT, has signed a deal with Kazakhstan’s central bank to explore a tenge-pegged stablecoin and tokenize real-world assets. This partnership aims to advance Kazakhstan’s crypto adoption and blockchain infrastructure. The collaboration follows Kazakhstan’s recent decree to accelerate crypto adoption and position itself as a crypto hub.
Samsung is adding USDC support to its Wallet app, allowing 82 million Galaxy users to send stablecoins abroad or convert them to local currency. This follows the company's earlier tease of stablecoin support and partners with Solana for the integration.
Dragonfly Managing Partner Haseeb Qureshi outlines how decentralized perpetual swap platforms like Hyperliquid are taking market share from Binance and targeting global real-world asset markets.
Rain, a stablecoin payments company, is seeking a national trust bank charter to manage its own stablecoin reserves and custody digital assets, becoming the 12th crypto firm to pursue such a charter amid pushback from community banks.
GSR, a major crypto trading firm, is launching a new vault business with $100 million in capital for stablecoin and tokenized gold lending. This move reflects the growing trend of institutional finance moving onchain, offering new credit options for crypto users.
Polymarket has launched its V2 upgrade, replacing its Gnosis-based system with a single ERC-1155 positions contract and pUSD as collateral. This change aims to streamline trading and reduce gas fees for users.
A crypto analyst highlights a potential bullish setup for Uniswap ($UNI), citing the protocol's $4.7+ trillion in cumulative volume and alignment with macro trends as key factors.
Stripe is expanding its stablecoin card services to more than 100 countries by the end of 2026. The company is also exploring tokenized deposits and DeFi applications, signaling a broader push into crypto-based financial services. This move could make stablecoins more accessible globally, particularly in regions with underdeveloped banking infrastructure.
Over 60 U.S. stocks, including Nvidia and Tesla, will be tokenized and traded onchain. The platform will operate 24/7, using stablecoins and liquidity pools instead of traditional order books. This move could democratize stock trading by offering round-the-clock access and lower barriers to entry.
European stablecoin issuers argue that the region cannot ignore the demand for dollar-pegged stablecoins, as businesses seek USD liquidity for global payments. This comes despite the availability of euro-denominated stablecoins, highlighting the global preference for USD in financial transactions.
Circle, the issuer of USDC, has criticized the European Union's MiCA regulations for requiring stablecoins to hold reserves in bank deposits. The company argues for more flexible rules to prevent major stablecoins from leaving Europe. Circle's stance aligns with the European Central Bank's call for adjustments.
BNB Chain has surpassed $1.1 billion in tokenized stocks and ETFs, capturing about 30% of the $3.7 billion market. This growth highlights the increasing demand for tokenized traditional assets in crypto.
Tether's USDT stablecoin is now available on Bitcoin through the Utexo project. This allows for private USDT transfers, direct swaps between BTC and USDT, and loans backed by Bitcoin, with most transaction data kept off the public ledger. This marks a significant shift after over a decade of USDT operating primarily on other blockchains.
Standard Chartered forecasts Ethena's ENA token could rise over 600% to $2 by 2028, as its USDe stablecoin grows to $40 billion. The bank attributes this growth to increased adoption and token buybacks.
A Senate report accuses Tether’s USDT stablecoin of enabling Iran’s shadow banking system, with $344 million in USDT previously frozen by the U.S. Treasury. Senator Blumenthal calls it a 'superhighway' for sanctions evasion.
Citi and Coinbase are expanding their partnership to provide businesses with infrastructure that connects traditional fiat payments and stablecoins. This move aims to make stablecoin payments more accessible for corporate clients.
Ethereum's leading liquid restaking protocol is abandoning its core business due to shrinking yields and rising smart-contract risks, pivoting to build a crypto neobank instead. The move signals the end of the restaking gold rush.
ChainTVL, a new free dashboard from the team behind CryptoCatalyst, tracks total value locked across the top 50 blockchains, with stablecoin supply, chain comparisons, and a modeled view of where DeFi capital is moving, all built on DefiLlama data.
Following the SEC's innovation exemption for tokenized equities, Robinhood Crypto lead Johan detailed plans to expand onchain stock offerings while forecasting a full convergence between traditional and blockchain-based markets.
Circle’s USDC stablecoin could expand its reach in emerging markets thanks to a new five-year deal with Binance. However, Tether’s strong liquidity makes it a tough competitor to displace.