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John Zettler: 2026 will be the year of DeFi vaults, infrastructure is primed for explosive growth, and liquidity preferences are key to optimizing yield | Empire

Crypto February 5, 2026

DeFi vaults are set for explosive growth by 2026, reshaping how institutions manage digital assets. Key takeaways 2026 is projected to be a pivotal year for DeFi vaults, with significant gro… [+178...

Wyatt: Crypto lending markets are sustainable despite recent declines, the critical role of Total Value Locked (TVL), and the risks of leveraged systems | On The Brink with Castle Island

Crypto February 5, 2026

Recent declines in DeFi lending highlight both challenges and new opportunities in the evolving crypto landscape. Key takeaways The crypto industry experienced a cyclical high in September a… [+751...

C. Thi Nguyen: Prioritizing enjoyment over efficiency in games, the pitfalls of social media scoring systems, and how metrics can obscure true value | Bankless

Crypto February 5, 2026

Rethinking success: How game mechanics shape our values and influence social media behavior Key takeaways Enjoyment in games should prioritize satisfaction over efficiency and high scores.

Arnav Pagidyala: Ethereum and Solana will dominate the blockchain landscape by 2026, Robinhood is set to outpace Coinbase, and privacy-preserving KYC technologies will redefine data security | Bankless

Crypto February 5, 2026

Ethereum and Solana are set to dominate the blockchain landscape, challenging new competitors by 2026. Key takeaways Ethereum and Solana are expected to solidify their positions as the leadi… [+117...

Vladimir Novakovski: DeFi must match TradFi performance without sacrificing verifiability, why solving real problems is key to crypto innovation, and the future of Ethereum’s institutional use cases | Empire

Crypto February 5, 2026

Decentralized exchanges must prove their worth to compete with traditional finance's efficiency and trust. Key takeaways DeFi must match the performance of TradFi while maintaining verifiabi… [+972...

Satya Nadella: AI is reshaping knowledge work, the rise of digital coworkers, and the global south’s tech-driven GDP growth | All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg

Crypto February 5, 2026

AI is reshaping knowledge work, creating new opportunities for efficiency and innovation across industries. Key Takeaways The evolution of coding tools mirrors the broader changes in knowled… [+745...

Matthew Le Merle: 2025 will be the year of crypto equity, hundreds of millions will adopt digital wallets, and US regulation is shifting positively | On The Brink with Castle Island

Crypto February 5, 2026

2025 is set to be a game-changing year for blockchain, with explosive growth in digital wallets and investments. Key Takeaways 2025 is anticipated to be a pivotal year for blockchain and cry… [+105...

Arnav Pagidyala: Ethereum and Solana will dominate by 2026, Solana’s community culture enhances its ecosystem, and Robinhood is set to surpass Coinbase | Bankless

Crypto January 22, 2026

Ethereum and Solana are expected to solidify their positions as leading blockchain platforms by 2026. General-purpose blockchain networks will find it challenging to compete with the established netwοΏ½...

Vladimir Novakovski: DeFi must match traditional finance performance, why solving real-world problems is crucial, and the evolving role of Ethereum in trading | Empire

Crypto January 22, 2026

DeFi must match the performance of traditional finance while maintaining verifiability. Building in crypto should focus on solving significant problems rather than building for its own sake. Most digοΏ½...

Zach Pandl: Bitcoin projected to hit $126,000 by mid-2026, Ethereum to outperform due to regulatory clarity, and the rise of stablecoins in corporate finance | Unchained

Crypto January 22, 2026

Bitcoin is projected to reach a new all-time high by the first half of 2026. Ethereum is expected to continue outperforming Bitcoin due to its market dynamics. The US crypto industry is moving towardοΏ½...