Category: DeFi

The once unthinkable is now underway: Decentralized Finance (DeFi) is making its mark on Bitcoin. For years, DeFi has largely been synonymous with Ethereum and its web of smart contracts, protocols, and decentralized applications. But now, thanks to emerging Layer 2 technologies, Bitcoin is finally entering the DeFi arena—unlocking lending, borrowing, and trading opportunities that …

As decentralized finance (DeFi) continues to grow in scope, complexity, and mainstream relevance, regulators are catching up fast—and not always favorably. In a significant move, the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has recently ramped up its scrutiny of DeFi protocols, signaling that new regulatory guidance is imminent. For builders, investors, and users alike, …