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SEC Commissioner Warns DeFi Vaults May Fall Under Securities Laws
Mindbytes Jul 22, 2026

SEC Commissioner Warns DeFi Vaults May Fall Under Securities Laws

The SEC signaled tighter scrutiny of DeFi vaults, saying crypto lending and tokenized investment products could fall under US securities laws.

gizmo guru 1 min read
“All of DeFi” Unsafe Amid AI Hacking Wave, $635M Stolen
Mindbytes May 28, 2026

“All of DeFi” Unsafe Amid AI Hacking Wave, $635M Stolen

AI agents have made DeFi fundamentally unsafe, as April 2026 becomes crypto's worst month for hacks with $635M stolen.

gizmo guru 1 min read
DeFi Seeing Revival as Active Loans Return to 2022 Levels
Mindbytes Aug 1, 2024

DeFi Seeing Revival as Active Loans Return to 2022 Levels

DeFi is experiencing a strong revival, with active loans and total value locked (TVL) significantly recovering from 2023 lows, reaching $13.3 billion, indicating renewed interest and participation.

Knits By Racoon 2 min read
DeFi Summer: Will We See a 2024 Revival?
Article Jul 30, 2024

DeFi Summer: Will We See a 2024 Revival?

DeFi stands at a crossroads: will regulatory clarity and technological advances fuel a revival in 2024, or has its moment passed? Explore the potential catalysts for a DeFi renaissance.

Werner Vermaak 7 min read