DeFi

DeFi eliminates intermediaries by using smart contracts on blockchains to provide financial services like lending, borrowing, and trading. In 2026, the "DeFi 3.0" era is defined by Institutional DeFi and the integration of Real-World Assets (RWA). From liquidity provisioning on Uniswap to advanced lending on Aave, this tag tracks the evolution of autonomous financial systems, yield optimization, and the rise of AI-driven portfolio management in the decentralized economy.

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Created: 2026/02/02 18:52
Updated: 2026/02/02 18:52
Solana’s DeFi TVL hits $10B, highest level in six-month high

Solana’s DeFi TVL hits $10B, highest level in six-month high

Solana's market cap reached its highest level since January, boosting its DeFi TVL.

Author: Crypto.news
Altcoin Season Indicators: Ethereum Rockets 21%, XRP Hits ATH as Bitcoin Dominance Wanes

Altcoin Season Indicators: Ethereum Rockets 21%, XRP Hits ATH as Bitcoin Dominance Wanes

Bitcoin’s dominance is starting to slip as capital flows into a broader set of digital assets. From Ethereum’s sharp breakout to the resurgence of meme coins, the market has entered a phase of visible diversification. This raises a familiar question: Is an altcoin season underway? While the term often generates hype, verifying its arrival requires more than anecdotal gains. This analysis examines current price action, dominance metrics, and altcoin season indicators to assess whether the shift is technical noise or the beginning of a deeper rotation. Performance Snapshot: Ethereum, XRP, and Meme Tokens Ethereum surged from under $3,100 to over $3,750 in the first three weeks of July 2025, according to CoinMarketCap. The move coincided with a wave of liquidations and rising ETH inflows, especially into derivatives platforms. Market watchers tied the rally to anticipation around scaling upgrades and ETH’s improving market share. ↗️ #Crypto market is up today, the market cap has surpassed $4 trillion, #BTC is back above $120,350, #ETH is nearing $4,000, and ETH spot #ETFs saw the second-highest inflows yet. https://t.co/j23H5XZsPn — Cryptonews.com (@cryptonews) July 18, 2025 XRP outperformed even more dramatically. On July 17, it breached its previous all-time high, touching $3.49 before retreating slightly. CoinMarketCap data confirms this level marked a new price discovery zone, aided by regulatory clarity in Asia and adoption by financial services platforms. It is currently trading at $3.61. DOGE also participated in the rally. While not reaching new highs, it climbed nearly 40% in a two-week window, driven by retail enthusiasm and Elon Musk’s renewed social mentions. This broader participation suggests the rally was not limited to high-cap utility tokens alone. Interpreting the Climb with Altcoin Season Index As of July 21, the Altcoin Season Index— tracked by Blockchaincenter —stands at 59. This index measures the number of top 50 coins outperforming Bitcoin over the last 90 days. While 75 is the official “altcoin season” threshold, the current level marks a steep climb from 28 in early June. It shows a shift in relative strength, especially when paired with falling Bitcoin dominance. The trend is clear, even if the season isn’t official yet. CMC Altcoin Season Index (Source: CoinMarketCap) Similarly, the CMC Altcoin Season Index tracks the performance of 100 altcoins relative to Bitcoin for the past 90 days and is currently showing a reading of 56. Bitcoin Dominance and Capital Migration Bitcoin dominance dropped to 60.49% this week, its lowest level since March, according to TradingView’s BTC.D chart . The decline mirrors the expanding inflows into Ethereum, meme assets, and select infrastructure tokens. Historically, BTC.D falling below 50% has marked a transition toward broader risk appetite. ETH’s share of total market cap rose 1.5% in July, while DeFi tokens like AAVE and UNI posted double-digit weekly gains. These shifts show a familiar pattern: capital exits Bitcoin for potentially higher-yield altcoins when market sentiment turns risk-on. That behavior is now repeating, albeit more selectively than in prior cycles. Infrastructure Tokens and the Flight to Utility Analysts are flagging a parallel theme beneath the meme hype: a rotation into infrastructure plays with perceived longevity. Chainlink (LINK) , trading around $19, is attracting institutional interest again. LINK’s cross-chain interoperability could be seen as essential to upcoming RWAs and enterprise integrations. Cardano (ADA) Price (Source: CoinMarketCap) Cardano (ADA) has risen by more than 50% over the past month, buoyed by recent ecosystem launches and expanded stablecoin options. ADA’s sustained community development and regulatory alignment could be factors in its rebound. Avalanche (AVAX), also up 50% over the past 30 days, is being watched for subnetwork upgrades. Analysts argue that these layer-1s are regaining traction not as Ethereum killers but as specialized tools for selective growth sectors. A Measured But Shifting Environment A full altcoin season is not yet confirmed. But with rising participation, declining BTC dominance, and renewed attention on utility-based tokens, the conditions are forming. If momentum continues, the coming weeks could mark a decisive phase in crypto’s internal capital rotation. Altcoin market cycles often move in phases, with early breakouts in majors like ETH and XRP followed by delayed gains in mid- and small-cap tokens. If historical patterns hold, the current broadening could indicate a more sustained altcoin-led period. However, volatility remains high, and sector rotations can reverse quickly. Investors should continue monitoring key indicators like dominance, volume flows, and relative strength to navigate what may be the early innings of an altcoin resurgence.

Author: CryptoNews
DeFi user loses $1.2m on fake Uniswap site as phishing scams flood Google Ads

DeFi user loses $1.2m on fake Uniswap site as phishing scams flood Google Ads

Crypto phishing websites are becoming increasingly difficult to stop, and big tech is not doing enough to stop them.

Author: Crypto.news
Publicly traded BTCS acquires 26,666 in ETH, holds $242m in treasury

Publicly traded BTCS acquires 26,666 in ETH, holds $242m in treasury

Ethereum treasury firm BTCS significantly expanded its ETH holdings, now worth more than $200 million.

Author: Crypto.news
Solana pumped 17,100% in 8 months in 2021; These 3 coins could do the same

Solana pumped 17,100% in 8 months in 2021; These 3 coins could do the same

Solana’s 17,100% surge in 2021 set the standard, and in 2025, coins like Little Pepe, Dogecoin, and Cardano are catching attention as the next big breakout contenders. #partnercontent

Author: Crypto.news
Mercurity Fintech reaches $200 million SOL funding agreement with Solana Ventures

Mercurity Fintech reaches $200 million SOL funding agreement with Solana Ventures

PANews reported on July 21 that according to The Block , Nasdaq-listed Mercurity Fintech Holding signed a $ 200 million equity credit agreement with Solana Ventures to advance its Solana

Author: PANews
Strategy’s $740m Bitcoin bet signals no ceiling for BTC conviction

Strategy’s $740m Bitcoin bet signals no ceiling for BTC conviction

Bitcoin’s price surged past $122,000 last week, Strategy grew its holdings to over 607,770 BTC, proving its conviction hasn’t wavered. The company’s stash is now worth more than the cash reserves of ExxonMobil, cementing its position as a heavyweight in both crypto and traditional finance.

Author: Crypto.news
The US House of Representatives Passed the ‘GENIUS Act’ and OurCryptoMiner Platform Helped XRP Users Earn $4,300

The US House of Representatives Passed the ‘GENIUS Act’ and OurCryptoMiner Platform Helped XRP Users Earn $4,300

With the support of Trump, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the ‘GENIUS Act’, triggering a full-scale outbreak in the crypto market. The price of XRP soared to a record high of $3.65, and the market value exceeded $200 billion, becoming the third largest cryptocurrency by market value. The bill provides a clear regulatory path for stablecoins and payment systems, and also drives a strong rise in popular cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and other tokens such as XRP, ETH and DOGE. Against the backdrop of the accelerated spread of market conditions, the OurCryptoMiner platform provides users with convenient and secure cloud mining services, helping you to hold XRP and participate in Bitcoin, DOGE and other mainstream currency mining without equipment and zero technical thresholds, and easily grasp the next wave of wealth. What Is OurCryptoMiner Cloud Mining OurCryptoMiner is a cryptocurrency cloud mining service provider with a clear mission: to make cryptocurrency mining convenient and efficient through remote mining solutions. We work closely with Bitmain, the world’s leading Bitcoin mining hardware manufacturer, and Canaan Avalon to leverage advanced cloud computing technology and powerful mining infrastructure. From Bitcoin (BTC) to Dogecoin (DOGE), and even more popular cryptocurrencies, our platform offers a wide range of cloud mining contracts to meet the needs of users. How to Start Cloud Mining with OurCryptoMiner Register an account : Users can visit the OurCryptoMiner website or download the mobile version of the website and register using a valid email address. New users can get a $12 reward for registering and $0.6 for daily sign-ins. Choose a project contract that suits you: OurCryptoMiner offers a variety of efficient and high-yield contract options: Each cloud mining contract has different computing power and contract duration. For example: New User Experience Contract: Investment amount: $100, investment period 2 days, total net profit: $100 + $8. Canaan Avalon Miner 1466: Investment amount: $1,200, investment period 12 days, total net profit: $1,200 + $190.08. Canaan Avalon A15XP: Investment amount: $3,500, investment period 25 days, total net profit: $3,500 + $1,216.25. Bitmain Antminer S23 Immersion: Investment amount: $7,900, investment period 32 days, total net profit: $7,900 + $3,665.6. Bitmain Antminer S23 XP+Hyd: Investment amount: $10,000, investment period 37 days, total net profit: $10,000 + $5,735. Avalon Air Cooling Mining Box-40ft: Investment amount: $27,000, investment period 45 days, total net profit: $27,000 + $21,748.5. For example: Invest $27,000 to purchase $27,000 worth of BTC (Avalon Air Cooling Mining Box-40ft), period 45 days, daily yield 1.79%. After successful purchase, you can get passive income every day = $27,000 × 1.79% = $483.3 After 45 days, your principal and income: $27,000 + $483.3 × 45 days = $27,000 + $21,748.5 = $48,748.5 3. Earn passive income: After purchasing the contract, users can get daily income in their account, which is fast and convenient, without any hidden fees, and can withdraw their favorite currencies by themselves. (The platform provides a variety of cryptocurrency deposit and withdrawal methods: USDT-ERC20, BTC, ETH, LTC, BCH, USDT-TRC20, etc. For more contracts, please pay attention to the official website: https://ourcryptominer.com ) The infrastructure of the OurCryptoMiner platform is based on three pillars: security, sustainability and convenience. Strong security: OurCryptoMiner protects users’ funds and assets through cooperation with leading financial institutions, SSL encryption and integration with AIG insurance. 100% sustainable mining: The platform is committed to utilizing renewable energy in all its operations, making it suitable for biology and the environment. Global accessibility: No matter which country you are in Europe, Asia, Africa or America, you can start mining immediately with just a device (mobile phone, laptop or desktop) and an internet connection. Looking to the Future: Innovation and Opportunity Blockchain, smart contracts and digital currencies are revolutionizing the global financial system. OurCryptoMiner is at the forefront of this change. Early adopters are already involved in this movement that redefines the world’s value, income and opportunities. The future of finance is no longer exclusive to the elite, but is open to everyone who is willing to embrace innovation. Cryptocurrency has unlimited potential, and OurCryptoMiner’s cloud mining is one of the safest and most profitable ways to tap into the potential of cryptocurrencies. Instead of waiting for market trends, smart investors can take the initiative to create daily passive income and take control of their financial future. Are you ready to start mining smarter? Join OurCryptoMiner and achieve financial freedom! For more details, please visit the official website: https://ourcryptominer.com Official email: [email protected]

Author: CryptoNews
BNB Hack’s Latest Winners Announced: Basement, DeFi Copilot, BIBIM

BNB Hack’s Latest Winners Announced: Basement, DeFi Copilot, BIBIM

PANews reported on July 21 that BNB Chain announced the results of the latest batch of BNB Hack (6/23–7/17). The social protocol Basement (DeSoc direction), AI-driven DeFi assistant DeFi Copilot,

Author: PANews
BTCS discloses that the company's ETH and cash market value reached US$242 million

BTCS discloses that the company's ETH and cash market value reached US$242 million

PANews reported on July 21 that according to GlobeNewswire, blockchain technology company BTCS Inc. (NASDAQ: BTCS) announced that as of now, the total market value of its 55,788 Ethereum (ETH),

Author: PANews