Ethereum founder Vitalik Buterin has criticized the current structure of DeFi, arguing that most of it is fake. In a post on X, he asserted that the true purpose of DeFi is not yield optimization but ...

Ethereum founder Vitalik Buterin has criticized the current structure of DeFi, arguing that most of it is fake. In a post on X, he asserted that the true purpose of DeFi is not yield optimization but the decentralization of counterparty risk. Buterin explained that lending and deposit strategies based on USDC fail to meet the core DeFi principles of self-custody and decentralization because they rely on a centralized asset. In contrast, he suggested that overcollateralized algorithmic stablecoins are closer to genuine DeFi as they can distribute risk through market makers.

Vitalik Buterin: Most DeFi is 'fake'

Even a modest model portfolio allocation to crypto in Asia could drive massive inflows into the market, according to Nicholas Peach, head of APAC iShares at BlackRock.
Speaking on a panel at Consensus...

BlackRock exec says 1% crypto allocation in Asia could unlock $2 trillion in new flows

Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, continues its rapid pace of altcoin listings.
At this point, Binance announced that it will list the altcoin called Espresso ($ESP).
“Binance will...

Binance Announces It Will List a New Surprise Altcoin! Price is Rising!

In 2026, the question facing investors will no longer be "whether to allocate assets," but rather "how much to allocate and what tools to use for allocation."