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DeFi
DeFi, short for decentralized finance, represents a shift in the financial sector by leveraging blockchain technology, primarily Ethereum, to eliminate traditional financial intermediaries. It enables various financial applications, from simple transactions to complex contracts, through smart contracts that execute automatically under specific conditions. Key DeFi applications include decentralized exchanges (DEXs), stablecoins, lending platforms, and prediction markets. DeFi offers financial services like loans and interest-earning opportunities without traditional identity verification, relying instead on collateral, usually in cryptocurrency. This innovative sector promises increased accessibility and efficiency but comes with risks, such as market volatility and unregulated projects.
DeFi Lender Inverse to Repay Clients' Funds After Suffering $15.6M Exploit
Ethereum-based decentralized finance (DeFi) lender Inverse Finance was exploited for $15.6 million worth of cryptocurrency, just days after the $625 million hack of the Ronin network. “The Hash” panel discusses the seemingly unavoidable trend of DeFi hacks and how companies like Inverse Finance are taking measures to repay their customers' lost funds.
Crypto Markets React to EU Parliament Vote
Ben McMillan, IDX Digital Assets CIO, shares his bitcoin price outlook as the European Parliament passes a measure to outlaw anonymous crypto transactions. Plus, a conversation about Wall Street’s growing interest in decentralized finance (DeFi) and why his firm is bullish on bitcoin for the future.
What the $625M Axie Infinity Hack Reveals About the State of Crypto
Former CIA Agent and ZeroFox Director of Intelligence Services Adam Darrah provides an in-depth analysis regarding the exploit of Axie Infinity’s Ronin network, the largest hack in decentralized finance (DeFi) history. Darrah explains how law enforcement will use blockchain information to unmask the attackers and possible missteps they made since acquiring the funds.
Axie Infinity Owner to Reimburse Players After Massive Hack
The owner of Axie Infinity, blockchain gaming firm Sky Mavis, has vowed to reimburse players of stolen crypto following the $625 million exploit of the play-to-earn game’s Ronin network. “The Hash” team discusses why the attackers could face difficulties using the stolen funds, and how law enforcement could be involved in this situation.
AAVE Surges Nearly 97% Following V3 Upgrade
Decentralized finance (DeFi) tool Aave’s native token surged nearly 97% following the protocol’s version 3 (v3) upgrade. “The Hash” team discusses Aave’s role as the leader in DeFi lending and how its growth could help mainstream adoption.
What SEC’s New Proposal to Redefine ‘Dealer’ Means for DeFi
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued a 200-page proposal to redefine what constitutes a securities "dealer," which could have a crippling impact on decentralized finance (DeFi). “The Hash” team discusses what this new definition could mean for digital assets that are considered securities by regulators.
Abra CEO on Why He Thinks ETH Will Eventually Overtake BTC
Abra CEO Bill Barhydt explains why ether could overtake bitcoin following its upgrade to a proof-of-stake mechanism, highlighting the many use cases for the Ethereum network, ranging from NFTs to DeFi applications. Plus, a conversation about crypto leaving centralized exchanges and Abra’s digital asset lending programs.
Hashdex Launches New DeFi ETF, Coinbase's Potential Acquisition in Brazil
Samir Kerbage, Hashdex Chief Technology Officer, discusses how the Brazilian asset manager plans to bring traditional investors to Web 3 with their new DeFi ETF, trading on the B3 stock exchange. Plus, a conversation about Coinbase’s rumored acquisition of 2TM, Brazil’s largest crypto exchange.
China Stamping Out Mining; Crypto Market Makes Gains
China takes aim at corruption in underground Bitcoin mining. Russian committee proposes bitcoin payment for oil and energy exports. Crypto markets shift to upward trend after weeks of volatility. DeFi, NFT access at stake as FATF Travel Rule goes into force in South Korea. More on those stories and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world in this episode of “The Daily Forkast.”
Mastercard Exec on Embracing Crypto for Cross-Border Payments
Mastercard VP of New Product & Innovation Harold Bossé explains how the company plans to embrace crypto and blockchain technology for cross-border payments. Bossé discusses collaborations with crypto firms Ava Labs and ConsenSys, and how to bridge the gap between traditional finance and DeFi.