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BTC on Aave: Understanding Custodied Collateral Lending
Aave and Anchorage Digital have launched Custodied Collateral Lending, allowing Bitcoin holders to borrow against their BTC without moving it on-chain. This hybrid model combines institutional custody with DeFi flexibility, opening new doors for both institutions and individual investors.
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Tokenized Stocks Surge 1,961% in DeFi: Real Use Cases Explained
Tokenized stocks locked in DeFi protocols hit $247.8 million, up 1,961% in a year. Learn what they are, how they are used for lending and trading, and what risks to watch.
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Kraken xStocks: DeFi Yield on Tokenized Stocks and ETFs
Kraken has launched xStocks vaults that let investors earn DeFi yield on tokenized versions of Nvidia shares and major US ETFs. The product routes tokenized stocks into DeFi lending markets, blending traditional equities with on-chain finance. While promising, the move comes with smart contract, custodial, and regulatory risks that users should understand before jumping in.