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MakerDAO to Offer Optional MKR Conversions for New Governance Token
23.8.2024
Crypto lending platform MakerDAO, the protocol behind the DAI stablecoin, will allow MKR holders to convert their tokens to NewGovToken (NGT) tokens at a ratio of 1:24,000
Justin Sun says removing 12K Bitcoin from USDD is just ‘DeFi 101’
23.8.2024
USDD’s Bitcoin collateral was removed without a vote from its DAO, but Justin Sun insists it’s a normal event in DeFi.
BitGo Reiterates Autonomy From Justin Sun, Tron as MakerDAO Decides to Dump WBTC
15.8.2024
Critics of Sun's involvement don't understand the operational mechanics, the crypto custodian's CEO, Mike Belshe, said during an X Space discussion
Grayscale Expands Suite with MakerDAO MKR Fun
13.8.2024
Grayscale Investments Ltd has launched a new fund focusing on investing in MakerDAO’s governance token known as MKR.…
Grayscale launches investment fund for MakerDAO token
13.8.2024
Grayscale also launched funds for protocols Bittensor and Sui in August
Asset Manager Grayscale Introduces Crypto Fund for MakerDAO's MKR
13.8.2024
The company launched similar single-asset trusts for TAO and SUI and a fund that invests in a basket of decentralized artificial intelligence-focused tokens over the past month
DEF buys patent to stop lawsuits against MakerDAO and Compound
12.8.2024
The patent for “oracle-like” data storage contained technology that was already in existence, DEF said
DEF buys patent to stop lawsuits against MakerDAO and Compound
12.8.2024
The patent for “oracle-like” data storage contained technology that was already in existence, DEF said
BitGo CEO argues WBTC security is unchanged amid concerns
12.8.2024
BitGo recently announced a new venture to diversify its Wrapped Bitcoin custodial locations, and Justin Sun’s involvement has caused concern for some
MakerDAO's $1B Tokenized Treasury Investment Plan Draws Interest from BlackRock's BUIDL, Ondo, Superstate
12.7.2024
MakerDAO's competition to allocate funds will open next month, and would give a big boost for the $1.8 billion tokenized real-world asset space
Stablecoin Market Remains Steady in June Amidst Crypto Volatility
30.6.2024
While June was a lackluster period for crypto assets as many experienced double-digit losses against the U.S. dollar, the stablecoin market also saw minimal growth over the past 30 days. Ethena’s USDE led the growth, with its supply increasing by 21.4% since May. Stablecoin Economy Shows...
MakerDAO and Sherlock team up for historic $1.35M security audit contest
25.6.2024
MakerDAO partners with Sherlock for a record-breaking $1.35 million audit contest, launching on July 8 and ending on Aug. 5, to ensure top-tier security for its Endgame phase
MakerDAO delegate’s $11M in tokens stolen in phishing scam
23.6.2024
The user fell victim to the phishing scam after signing multiple phishing signatures, which led to losing their digital assets
Rune Christensen Explains Why He Wants to Remake Maker and Kill DAI
7.6.2024
The MakerDAO creator discusses the motivation behind the ambitious Endgame proposal in a wide-ranging interview
What to Expect at Consensus 2024: Spotlight on Blockchain Tech
20.5.2024
The three-day conference (May 29-31) features a host of big-name speakers from the realm of blockchain tech, including Sergey Nazarov, Casey Rodarmor, Joe Lubin, Emin Gün Sirer and Rune Christensen. Here is a preview of everything on offer
Makerdao Reveals Ambitious Endgame Plans With 2 New Stablecoins
19.5.2024
Makerdao, a leading decentralized finance (defi) protocol, has revealed new concepts to its Endgame plan, introducing two new stablecoins: newstable and puredai. This strategic initiative aims to replace the existing DAI stablecoin and bolster the Makerdao ecosystem. Maker’s Endgame Plan...
MakerDAO unveils PureDai: A decentralized stablecoin with no dollar peg
17.5.2024
MakerDAO, the decentralized autonomous organization that created the Dai stablecoin, has revealed intentions to launch a new stablecoin called PureDai. This step is intended to provide a fully decentralized alternative to Dai, which now depends on a combination of centralized and decentralized...
MakerDAO and Aave’s DeFi conflict reopens over DAI’s perceived risk growth
13.5.2024
Aave has reduced its loan-to-value requirements for DAI after MakerDAO’s stablecoin gained indirect exposure to Ethena’s USDe
Makerdao Co-Founder Rune Christensen: Defi Frontends Might Need Licenses to Operate in Europe
6.4.2024
Rune Christensen, a co-founder of the Makerdao project, has warned about the possible disruptions linked to hypothetical EU-wide requirements for defi fronteds to receive a license for operating. Christensen said this would decelerate the EU to the Stone Age, disrupting European defi access...
Recent Aave DAO move on MakerDAO fuels DeFi ‘walled gardens’ concerns
5.4.2024
In the recent wake of Web3 adoption, two competitors have found themselves in a squabble in the aftermath of Web3 adoption. Gauntlet, AAVE’s market risk manager, was also caught side-hustling with MakerDAO, AAVE’s direct competitor. Gauntlet’s exit from Aave caused further...