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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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PEPETO draws PEPE investors chasing next 100x memecoin

PEPETO draws PEPE investors chasing next 100x memecoin

Pepeto is redefining the memecoin game by pairing meme culture with real blockchain utility, attracting investors seeking more than hype. #sponsored

Author: Crypto.news

2025/08/12

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Summon.fun to Launch as Main Coin Launchpad on Sui Blockchain, Expanding to Solana

Summon.fun to Launch as Main Coin Launchpad on Sui Blockchain, Expanding to Solana

This content is provided by a sponsor. PRESS RELEASE. Summon.fun is set to go live this month as the main coin launchpad on the Sui blockchain, offering instant token creation for meme coin and community projects, while also delivering a professional-grade studio for Web3 builders. The platform will expand to Solana within weeks of the […]

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2025/08/12

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ALT5 Deal Puts First Valuation on Trump-Backed WLFI Token at $0.20

ALT5 Deal Puts First Valuation on Trump-Backed WLFI Token at $0.20

World Liberty Financial’s deal with ALT5 Sigma Corporation has set the first market value for WLFI, the Trump-backed DeFi project’s token, at $0.20, marking its debut valuation since the token’s sale last year. Key Takeaways: ALT5’s share swap with World Liberty Financial set WLFI’s first valuation at $0.20. Several institutional investors and venture capital firms participated in the $1.5B share sale to buy WLFI. ALT5’s board additions include WLFI holders, raising potential conflict of interest concerns. On Monday, ALT5 said it will pivot to operate as a crypto treasury company, selling 200,000 new shares and using the proceeds to purchase $1.5 billion worth of WLFI. Half of the newly issued shares will be swapped directly for WLFI held by World Liberty Financial, according to ALT5 chief investment officer Matt Morgan . ALT5 Says Institutional and VC Investors Joined WLFI Share Sale ALT5 did not confirm whether other WLFI holders are participating in the swap, though it said several unnamed institutional investors and venture capital firms took part in the share sale. This is the first time WLFI has been priced since World Liberty Financial sold $550 million worth of tokens to investors between October and March. Pricing during that sale varied depending on purchase timing. Notable backers include Tron founder Justin Sun, who acquired $75 million worth of WLFI . Initially, the token was non-tradable, preventing any open market valuation. The transaction also underscores the rise of crypto treasury companies, public firms that raise capital via debt or equity to buy cryptocurrencies. Michael Saylor’s Strategy pioneered the model in 2020 with Bitcoin purchases funded by share and debt issuance, a move that has since driven its stock up more than 3,500%. 🚨Breaking: ALT5 Sigma SEC filings confirm $WLFI purchase at $0.20 per token. The estimated value might exceed all expectations! 🦅🔥🚀 https://t.co/wVAyaPcGiT pic.twitter.com/nzR8SbI5ud — WLFI🇰🇷 (@WLIF47) August 12, 2025 Favorable U.S. crypto policies under the Trump administration have spurred similar strategies from other companies, often formed through reverse mergers with struggling public firms. Conflicts of interest have emerged in some cases. For example, Tron Inc, which aims to accumulate TRX tokens, lists Weike Sun, father of Justin Sun, on its board. ALT5’s pivot comes with its own potential conflicts: the company has added World Liberty Financial CEO Zach Witkoff, COO Zak Folkman, and Eric Trump to its board. All three hold WLFI and thus stand to benefit from the token’s appreciation. WLFI Grants Governance Rights Without Being a DAO WLFI serves as a governance token for World Liberty Financial, granting holders voting rights on protocol changes. The project has emphasized it is not a decentralized autonomous organization (DAO). In July, WLFI holders voted to make the token tradable , with World Liberty Financial indicating trading could begin by the end of August. Just recently, it was reported that World Liberty Financial is seeking to raise $1.5 billion to launch a publicly traded treasury company holding both its proprietary WLFI token and cash reserves. If completed, the venture would mark another expansion of the Trump family’s growing presence in the digital asset sector. Notably, the crypto industry has donated over $26 million to Donald Trump this year, according to newly released campaign finance filings. Campaign finance records show that contributions to the pro-Trump super PAC, MAGA Inc., came from some of the biggest names in crypto.

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2025/08/12

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Radiant Capital hack funds shift as $13m in ETH swapped for DAI

Radiant Capital hack funds shift as $13m in ETH swapped for DAI

North Korea-linked hackers are moving stolen funds from Radiant Capital for the first time in months.

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2025/08/12

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Vietnam to pilot digital asset exchange in international financial center

Vietnam to pilot digital asset exchange in international financial center

PANews reported on August 12th that the Vietnamese government announced it would pilot a digital asset exchange in an international financial center. Three legislative initiatives have laid the foundation for

2025/08/12

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Building businesses, not just hype, defines today’s token launches | Opinion

Building businesses, not just hype, defines today’s token launches | Opinion

In a complete contrast to previous cycles, the market is rewarding builders who prove value before seeking speculation.

Author: Crypto.news

2025/08/12

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How to find Alpha returns in this bull market?

How to find Alpha returns in this bull market?

Author: Haotian Everyone is shouting that the bull market is coming, but do you know that the methodology for finding market alpha and beta is completely different this time? Let

2025/08/12

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The latest news on the AI sector after Ethereum's surge: Almanak Vault is hot, and VCs are enthusiastic about DePai.

The latest news on the AI sector after Ethereum's surge: Almanak Vault is hot, and VCs are enthusiastic about DePai.

By Castle Labs Compiled by Tim, PANews Market Overview This has been a historic week for all of us at E-Guards, as the price of ETH finally broke through the

2025/08/12

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Few backed Bitcoin in 2010; Here’s next big crypto in 2025

Few backed Bitcoin in 2010; Here’s next big crypto in 2025

Little Pepe’s $0.0018 presale is nearing sell-out, and its meme-powered Layer 2 blockchain could be the 2025 underdog that repeats BTC's success. #partnercontent

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2025/08/12

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Clearpool, Cicada Partner to Boost Risk Management in PayFi Lending

Clearpool, Cicada Partner to Boost Risk Management in PayFi Lending

Clearpool, a decentralized capital markets ecosystem, has partnered with on-chain credit risk management company Cicada in a move to institutionalize PayFi lending with improved risk management. In an announcement shared with Cryptonews on Monday, the partnership will boost Clearpool’s credibility and risk management in PayFi lending. Cicada will structure and underwrite PayFi lending opportunities and serve as the administrative agent for select Credit Pools. Cicada has underwritten more than $850m in loans at a 1.2% default rate during the prior cycle. 🤝 Clearpool has partnered with Cicada to institutionalize PayFi lending with risk-managed Credit Pools Cicada is an on-chain credit risk management company founded by a seasoned team of former buy- and sell-side credit professionals. Cicada’s co-founders have deep crypto… pic.twitter.com/JY79tNCVqE — Clearpool (@ClearpoolFin) August 11, 2025 Clearpool’s partnership with Cicada could shake up the lending space, bringing more institutional players into the DeFi fold. Clearpool Expands to Payment Financing or PayFi According to Jakob Kronbichler, CEO of Clearpool, Cicada’s risk management integration would strengthen Clearpool’s institutional infrastructure for PayFi lending. “While stablecoin settlements are instant, underlying fiat flows are not, forcing fintechs to bridge liquidity gaps,” he said. “This partnership enhances our proven credit framework and supports the growth of the emerging trillion-dollar stablecoin payment ecosystem.” Clearpool will be launching PayFi Credit Pools for users to access these highly liquid, real-world yield opportunities. This means facilitating credit to institutional lenders specializing in short-term stablecoin-based working capital to fintech operators. It will also launch cpUSD, a permissionless, yield-bearing asset, which will enable retail to tap into real-world stablecoin payments. Cicada offers Risk-as-a-Service (RaaS) Solutions to DeFi Protocols On the other hand, Cicada offers Risk-as-a-Service (RaaS) solutions, including third-party underwriting, pool management for DeFi protocols and risk structuring. “Partnering with Clearpool allows us to elevate PayFi lending by combining our underwriting and risk management expertise with their innovative credit products,” said Sefton Kincaid, Managing Partner of Cicada Partners. The partnership will accelerate the adoption of PayFi by laying the groundwork for more safer, transparent and scalable stablecoin ecosystem. “Together, we’re advancing professionally managed Credit Pools and strengthening Clearpool’s offering to borrowers and lenders in the growing stablecoin economy,” Kincaid added.

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2025/08/12

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