24 stories about Yield from across the crypto press, curated and summarized daily. Most recent: Aug 29, 2026.
Ethena, the issuer of the $4 billion USDe stablecoin, expects real-world asset perpetuals to eclipse crypto derivatives in its backing within 12 to 24 months, aiming to capitalize on the booming equity perpetuals market and offer higher yields to users.
Most of the $13 billion lost in DeFi this spring wasn't due to hacks but because yield strategies failed. Experts say yield numbers alone don't reveal how stable they are under stress. Here's what to look for before investing.
Uniswap has introduced a new 'Earn' feature in partnership with Morpho, allowing users to earn yield on idle crypto assets through Gauntlet-curated vaults. This move aims to simplify yield farming for everyday crypto holders.
SBI VC Trade will start offering a yen-backed stablecoin lending service on July 16, with a 3% annual yield for a 12-week term. The service is uninsured, meaning users bear the risk of potential losses.
Aave has introduced Stable Vaults, allowing fintech companies to offer yield on stablecoin deposits. This move aims to attract financial services like wallets and payment apps to the DeFi ecosystem.
Binance has introduced BTC Yield, a product designed for Bitcoin holders to earn extra income. The product leverages covered call strategies to generate yield without requiring users to sell their Bitcoin.
MetaMask has launched a new Money Account that lets users earn yield on stablecoins and spend them directly from their wallet. This move aims to make stablecoins more practical for everyday use beyond trading and transfers.
Botanix's shutdown has sparked debate about the future of Bitcoin layer-2 solutions. The market may prefer simpler yield tools over complex programmable BTC applications.
Zama, Morpho, and Steakhouse have launched the first confidential DeFi yield vault on Ethereum, allowing firms to earn yield without exposing their balances. This innovation enhances privacy for institutional and high-net-worth investors in the DeFi space.
Bitcoin's value doesn't rely on staking or inflation, says Michael Saylor. He proposes a five-layer 'Digital Asset Stack' that generates returns through Bitcoin-based credit and equity products. This could change how investors think about Bitcoin's utility beyond just price appreciation.
BlackRock's new Bitcoin ETF, BITA, caps potential gains but offers high yields by selling call options. This approach trades upside for steady income, appealing to conservative investors.
Metaplanet is acquiring Siiibo Securities for $13 million to develop bitcoin-linked yield products. The deal is expected to close in July, and the company plans to rename the business Metaplanet Securities.
BlackRock has filed an 8-A form for its yield-bearing Bitcoin ETF, signaling an imminent launch. Analysts expect trading to begin as early as next week, marking a significant milestone for crypto investment products.
BitGo launched Lightning Earn, enabling institutional bitcoin holders to earn BTC-denominated fees by providing Lightning Network liquidity through an integration with Amboss Rails.
Metaplanet has bought Siiibo Securities for $13 million to create Bitcoin yield products, targeting Japan's massive $7.4 trillion household savings market. This move comes as Japan transitions from a deflationary to an inflationary economy.
The Crypto Council for Innovation has launched a coalition to advocate for clearer regulations on crypto vaults, which allow users to deposit digital assets and earn yield. This move aims to address the growing popularity and regulatory uncertainty surrounding these financial products.
The Wall Street giant is integrating its tech platform with MoonPay's infrastructure, allowing eligible institutions to seamlessly swap stablecoins for yield-generating tokenized funds without ever leaving the blockchain.
Veda is making the vault technology behind Kraken DeFi Earn and EtherFi’s Liquid available to Privy’s 2,000+ developer teams. This move could accelerate DeFi innovation by providing self-serve access to a proven yield-generating infrastructure.
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon criticized Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong and warned the current CLARITY Act framework could ultimately fail, as banks and crypto firms clash over whether stablecoin issuers should be allowed to offer yield-bearing rewards that resemble bank deposits.
Kraken has introduced a new Bitcoin vault product that lets users earn yield on their holdings. In just 10 hours, the product attracted $30 million in Bitcoin deposits from 4,000 unique wallets.
Perpetual decentralized exchanges (Perp DEXs) face challenges in making deposited capital productive enough to retain users. Decibel Trade introduces a solution called DLP to improve capital utility and yield for market makers.
Yield Basis has launched an automated market maker (AMM) that offers Bitcoin yield without impermanent loss (IL). The platform has already captured a significant share of BTC DEX liquidity, making it a notable player in the space.
The Senate Banking Committee has published a 309-page bill to clarify digital asset markets, focusing on stablecoin yield rules. This sets the stage for a crucial debate on Thursday. The bill aims to bring more clarity to the crypto market, potentially affecting how stablecoins operate and how yields are regulated.
Galaxy Digital will manage a new $125 million fund with Sharplink, combining staked ETH and additional capital. This fund aims to generate yield directly on the blockchain, offering new opportunities for investors.