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September sets 2023 exploit record, and DAOs can democratize science: Finance Redefined
6.10.2023
September was the biggest exploit month in DeFi, with over $300 million in losses, taking the crown from August
DeFi Project Yield Protocol to Wind Down by Year's End
4.10.2023
At its peak in April 2022, Yield Protocol had over $22 million in total value locked, but this figure has since dwindled to around $2 million
Binance to shut down BUSD lending by October 25
3.10.2023
The move is part of a phased termination of BUSD support by February 2024
Bitcoin lender Ledn to roll out ETH, USDT interest accounts
28.9.2023
Spurred on by user requests, Bitcoin lending firm Ledn is rolling out an Ethereum yield product
Tether Calls Out WSJ ‘Tabloid Style’ Reporting, States Outlet ‘Disregarded’ Reporting Banking Industry Woes
22.9.2023
Tether, the company behind the issuance of USDT, the largest stablecoin in the crypto market, has called out the latest report of the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) on the rise of its loan portfolio. The company stated that traditional banking institutions were “not addressing the needs of their...
OPNX’s $30M Hodlnaut bid rejected as FLEX token plummets 90%: Report
19.9.2023
The interim judicial managers of Hodlnaut argued that the $30 million offer of FLEX tokens is “illiquid” and has “speculative value.”
Genesis announces winding down of crypto trading services
14.9.2023
In January, Genesis Global Capital announced it would eliminate its crypto spot trading services “voluntarily and for business reasons” without additional details
South Korean Bitcoin lender Delio plans to sue regulators: Report
14.9.2023
South Korean financial regulators accused Delio of fraud and embezzlement and seized its assets in July earlier this year
Former Celsius CEO Mashinsky seeks dismissal of FTC case
12.9.2023
Former Celsius CEO is currently out on bail facing multiple charges of criminal fraud and market manipulation from various U.S regulatory agencies
Aave v3 fork debuts noncustodial liquidity markets on Base
11.9.2023
Seamless Protocol, a fork of Aave v3 deployed on Base, enables smart contracts with predetermined borrowing strategies to conduct undercollateralized borrowing on-chain
Crypto Biz: Coinbase’s lending bet, a new ads policy at Google and Marathon’s mining performance
8.9.2023
This week’s Crypto Biz explores Coinbase's lending platform, Marathon Digital’s latest Bitcoin mining report, Hana Bank’s move to offer crypto custody and Google’s new crypto ads policy
SEC Settles Charges Against Linus Financial Over Unregistered Retail Crypto Lending Product
8.9.2023
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced Thursday that it will settle charges against Tennessee-based fintech firm Linus Financial over sales of an unregistered cryptocurrency lending product.
The regulator declared that it will abstain from imposing civil penalties against Linus...
Coinbase Launches Crypto Lending Service for Institutional Investors
8.9.2023
Digital asset exchange Coinbase will be offering cryptocurrency loans to institutions in the United States. With the new service, the leading U.S. crypto trading platform seeks to fill the market gap opened by the collapse of companies like Celsius, Genesis, and Blockfi. Crypto Exchange Coinbase...
Crypto Lenders Caused Crypto Contagion Last Year. How Is the Industry Rebuilding?
6.9.2023
After bankruptcies tore apart the crypto lending, the industry is attempting to rebuild in a sustainable and accountable manner
Bitfinex’s Resilience: Tracing its Transformation Throughout Crypto History
6.9.2023
Bitfinex, the pioneering cryptocurrency exchange, emerged in 2012, establishing itself as a trailblazer in the industry. With a resolute goal of offering a resilient trading platform for Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, Bitfinex swiftly garnered attention for its avant-garde trading tools...
Coinbase Increases and Extends Bond Buyback Program with Enhanced Terms – Here's What You Need to Know
6.9.2023
On September 5 Coinbase revealed that it would expand its bond buyback program from $150 million to $180 million. This adjustment comes as the company strives to repurchase more of its 3.625% senior notes due in 2031.
The offer is slated to close on September 18 at 11:59 pm Eastern Time...
Coinbase launches crypto lending platform for US institutions
6.9.2023
Coinbase’s new institutional lending service has the same operating entity as Coinbase Borrow, which halted issuance of new loans in May
Coinbase Launches New Crypto Lending Service For Institutional US Clients
6.9.2023
Coinbase (COIN) has unveiled a new crypto-lending service specifically designed for institutional clients in the United States. This move comes as Coinbase aims to fill the void left by the setbacks experienced by firms like Genesis and BlockFi.
Coinbase's crypto lending program was announced...
Coinbase Launches New Crypto Lending Service For Institutional US Clients
6.9.2023
Coinbase (COIN) has unveiled a new crypto-lending service specifically designed for institutional clients in the United States. This move comes as Coinbase aims to fill the void left by the setbacks experienced by firms like Genesis and BlockFi.
Coinbase's crypto lending program was announced...
Coinbase Creates New Crypto Lending Service Geared Toward Large Investors
5.9.2023
Coinbase (COIN) raised $57 million for the platform as of Sept. 1, according to an SEC filing