Blog - DeFi News & Resources

TradFi to DeFi - Tokenization

Traditional finance can be transitioned into decentralized finance via the means of tokenization. Learn what this means, what benefits it has over fiat, and how it may benefit

Stablecoins and Fiat - Value Comparison for Investing

Should you hold on to fiat currencies or stablecoins? Stablecoins have their own advantages over fiat because of accessibility and price stability, plus it is a safe way ...

Will the Crypto Market Recover after $10 Billion Liquidations? Market Crash Analysis

Monday saw the biggest crypto crash, with $10 billion liquidations after Trump’s announcement of tariffs. Read more to know how to recover if affected!

Understanding Permissioned DeFi vs DeFi vs CeDeFi

Permissioned DeFi is similar to DeFi, but it includes KYC processes to guarantee that the platform adheres to industry norms and regulations. You may learn more about the ...

CeDeFi - Regulated Anarchy

DeFi can be considered anarchical, with insufficient regulatory compliance. CeDeFi addresses this issue by combining decentralization and regulation - read on to see how.

Key Developments in Crypto Regulation 2025

2025 is a big year for cryptocurrency regulation, with lots of changes coming such as the new SEC leadership, MiCA being in full effect, and lots of updates on taxations...

Will the Crypto Market Recover after $10 Billion Liquidations? Market Crash Analysis

Monday saw the biggest crypto crash, with $10 billion liquidations after Trump’s announcement of tariffs. Read more to know how to recover if affected!

Key Developments in Crypto Regulation 2025

2025 is a big year for cryptocurrency regulation, with lots of changes coming such as the new SEC leadership, MiCA being in full effect, and lots of updates on taxations...

Latest Stablecoins, Bitcoin, Ethereum and DeFi News in October 2024 | Coinchange.io

Get best curated news of October 2024 in DeFi! Discover insights, trends, and updates in the Decentralized Finance world

DeFi Research News September 2024

Latest Stablecoins, Bitcoin, Ethereum and DeFi News in August 2024 | Coinchange.io

Latest Research News for Stablecoins, Bitcoin, Ethereum and DeFi, July 2024

The Latest Research News in Stablecoins, Bitcoin, Ethereum and DeFi, June 2024

DeFi Research News May 2024

DeFi Research News April 2024

Tether invested $200M in Blackrock Neurotech, USDC saw institutional adoption, Ethereum faces regulatory hurdles and Eigenlayer facing backlash over its token distribution.

DeFi Research News March 2024

The March 2024 newsletter from Coinchange focuses on updates in the DeFi space, particularly on stablecoins, Bitcoin, Ethereum, and broader DeFi developments.

DeFi Research News February 2024

The February 2024 newsletter from Coinchange focuses on updates in the DeFi space, particularly on stablecoins, Bitcoin, Ethereum, and broader DeFi developments.

DeFi Research News January 2024

January 2024 DeFi insights: TVL growth, Bitcoin ETF impact, Ethereum updates, regulatory shifts, and top fee-generating DeFi protocols analyzed.

Crypto Rewind: December's Biggest Moments

Coinchange's December rewind covers DeFi TVL, market cap, U.S. economy insights, and regulatory updates for a comprehensive view of the crypto landscape.

Crypto Digest: All the Highlights of November in One Place

November 2023 Crypto Digest by Coinchange covers DeFi TVL, market cap, U.S. economy insights, and regulatory updates for a comprehensive market view.

Crypto Digest: The Month of October in Review

Coinchange's October 2023 report details asset diversification in DeFi, covering stablecoin and volatile assets, strategies, and blockchain allocations.

Crypto Digest: The Month of September 2023 in Review

Explore DeFi stats, U.S. economy insights, regulatory & institutional updates, and on-chain data in CoinChange's September 2023 crypto digest.

Crypto Digest: All the Highlights of August in One Place

Coinchange's August 2023 Digest offers a snapshot of key crypto happenings. From DeFi trends to regulatory news, get a quick update on what mattered most.

Stay Informed: DeFi Research News July 2023

Get ahead in DeFi with the latest crypto research news for July 2023! Uncover key insights, emerging trends, and crucial updates in the world of decentralized finance.

DeFi Research News - June 2023 | Coinchange Blog

June 2023's DeFi research: Stable TVL, economic trends, regulatory updates, and institutional crypto news at Coinchange.

DeFi Research News May 2023

Stay updated with the latest DeFi research news for May 2023. Discover insights on DeFi TVL updates, the state of the US economy, regulatory updates, and more.

DeFi Research News April 2023

Stay updated with the latest DeFi research news for April 2023. Discover insights on DeFi TVL updates, the state of the US economy, regulatory updates, and more.

DeFi Research News March 2023

Stay updated with the latest DeFi research news for March 2023. Discover insights on DeFi TVL updates, the state of the US economy, regulatory updates, and more.

DeFi Research News February 2023

DeFi Research News February 2023 - get informed, stay informed.

DeFi Research News January 2023

DeFi Research News January 2023 - get informed, stay informed.

DeFi Research News December 2022

Get the latest DeFi research news for December 2022. Dive into key DeFi stats, macroeconomic views, regulatory updates, and more.

DeFi Research News November 2022

Get the latest news and analysis on DeFi projects, protocols, and more from Coinchange.

Why Coinchange is unaffected by the FTX and Alameda Research Fiasco

Your funds are safe at Coinchange and not affected in any way by the recent events related to FTX and Alameda.

DeFi Research News October 2022

From Key DeFi TVL Stats to the top DeFi protocols, we compiled comprehensive report for you the happenings in the Defi world from October.

Coinchange & Fasken to Host a DeFi Educational Seminar for Cryptocurrency Users & Investors

Educational seminar aimed at educating users about DeFi (decentralized finance), the current landscape, and what lies ahead in the industry.

DeFi Research News September 2022

In this edition of our monthly Research News Update, here are some topics we discuss: Macro Chaos, Inflation, Starbucks is using Polygon Network.

Evaluating Ethereum: The World Post-Merge and what it means for Coinchange Yield

The Ethereum Merge is here! One of the biggest events in the history of Crypto has just been completed successfully.

DeFi Research News August 2022

DeFi TVL drops by 7.7%, Institutions are starting to get interested in Ethereum, Ethereum Mainnet Merge announced plus much more DeFi News!

Why Institutions Are Choosing Ethereum

Why Institutions Are Choosing Ethereum as their Next Digital Asset of Choice

DeFi Research News July 2022

Earlier in July the DeFi TVL (the amount of user funds deposited in a DeFi protocol) was ~$88 Billion. By the end of July it was ~$108 Billion.

DeFi Research News June 2022

State of The DeFi Market Throughout June

What’s The Deal With Crypto These Days?

Read up on what exactly is happening with companies like Celsius, and various other crypto platforms, and what you can do to keep earning!

The Market Crash, Celsius, and What Customers Need To Know

Everything you need to know with the current bear market and what some may call a crash. In truth it is simply a typical bear market.

NFTs To Rebuild Ukraine

Learn all about how you can help support Ukraine by purchasing your very own NFTs. With proceeds going to help rebuild Ukraine and support its people.

DeFi Research News May 2022

Explore May's crypto market with CoinChange, analyzing DeFi TVL, market cap, asset dominance, and major events, offering insights into market trends and investment strategies.

Terra Crashes Back to Earth in Unfortunate Death Spiral

Learn all about the fall of TerraUST, Luna, and the unfortunate death spiral that lead to the protocol and blockchains demise.

DeFi Research News April 2022

DeFi Research News April 2022

DeFi Research News March 2022

Industry News - Andre leaves DeFi again.

DeFi Research News February 2022

Check out the latest news from around the DeFi universe.

DeFi Research News January 2022

Check out the latest in DeFi news, brought to you by the Coinchange Research Team!

The Role of DeFi and Crypto Investments in Planning Financial Independence

Getting to a state of financial independence, however, requires making wise decisions – and the earlier you make them, the better.

Bitcoin miners & solving the debt burden

Coinchange examines strategies for Bitcoin miners to manage debt, highlighting DeFi's role in providing financial solutions and enhancing stability.

The 2024 Bitcoin Halving

Coinchange delves into the 2024 Bitcoin Halving, examining its market impact, significance for investors, and implications for the crypto landscape.

The Surge of Bitcoin ETFs: A New Era for Cryptocurrency Investment

Coinchange explores the SEC's approval of bitcoin ETFs, its market impact, and the role of major players in shaping this new era of crypto investment

Bitcoin Vs Stablecoins For Payments/Remittance

Coinchange analyzes Bitcoin vs. stablecoins for remittances, highlighting Lightning Network's limits and stablecoins' advantages in liquidity and stability.

The Remittance Use Case For Stablecoin (Projects By Hedera And Circle)

In a research report by River, they made a case for how Bitcoin can be used for global payments. However, one core issue with Bitcoin is that it is highly volatile.

Traditional Remittance players experimenting with Blockchain

Remittances play a crucial role in the economies of many countries, particularly in Low and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs).

Stablecoin Regulations around the Globe

The rapid rise of stablecoin usage and the potential risks associated with their adoption have captured the attention of regulators worldwide.

The Need For Stablecoin Regulations

Coinchange delves into the necessity of stablecoin regulations, discussing market impacts, risks, and the importance of a robust regulatory framework.

The Rise and Fall of Stablecoins: Lessons from the History of FAILED Stablecoins

In the world of cryptocurrencies, stablecoins have emerged as a digital medium of exchange with the stability of traditional fiat currencies.

Stablecoins to Keep an Eye on

Stablecoins are digital assets issued on the blockchain that represent an equivalent value of a real-world asset, often a fiat currency like the U.S. dollar or Euro.

What are Stablecoins and the Type of Stablecoins

Explore stablecoins, from fiat to crypto collateral. Our analysis unveils market dynamics and risk considerations, providing essential insights for informed decision-making.

OTC Crypto Trading Mastery: Insights from Coinchange's Andrew Bulman

Explore OTC crypto trading with Andrew Bulman of Coinchange. Learn how their OTC desk offers high-volume traders advantages like diverse liquidity and same-day settlements.

Real Estate Tokenization: An Overview and Future Outlook

Explore how blockchain is revolutionizing real estate through tokenization, enabling fractional ownership and liquidity

The Rise of Regenerative Finance: How Blockchain Infrastructure is Changing the Game for Impact Investing

Explore the rise of Regenerative Finance (ReFi) and how blockchain infrastructures like Celo, Chainlink, and Polygon are driving its growth.

The Next Generation of Sustainable DeFi Yield: Real World Assets and ReFi

Decentralized Finance, or DeFi, offers several advantages over Centralized Finance, or CeFi. It is more transparent and secure as it operates on a blockchain

Blockchain Bridges and Crosschain Interoperability: A Security Perspective

Blockchain bridges enable cross-chain interoperability but face security challenges. A report by Coinchange, LI.FI, and Hacken offers solutions to mitigate risks.

Will institutions get high on LSD?

The article explores liquid staking derivatives (LSD) as a solution to the limitations of staking ETH in the Ethereum network, allowing token holders to earn rewards.

Decoding Institutional Investors' Crypto Portfolios: Key Metrics and Evaluation Factors

Understanding the metrics used by institutional investors to evaluate potential returns and risks in the cryptocurrency market when building portfolios."

What Are The Types Of Crosschain Bridges?

This blog is Part 1 of 2 blogs that will dive into the different categories of crosschain solutions.

Validating Messages on Crypto Bridges: 3 Main Ways

Categorizing the various types of bridges, we will dive into the message validation techniques.

The Need For Interoperability of Blockchains

Blockchains are becoming increasingly important as a tool for managing and controlling digital assets

Securing Your Crypto: Exploring 9 DeFi Incidents

Coinchange has taken a proactive approach to protecting its users from DeFi hacks and cyber threats.

Designing DeFi for Institutions: What to Consider

Financial institutions should not simply replicate what works in the cryptoasset industry. Why? Find out more.

CeFi Yield vs DeFi Yield and why Coinchange remains unaffected by the Gemini Earn halt and the Genesis collapse

To understand how Coinchange’s Yield is different from most other Yield providers, let’s consider two examples of yield generation.

The True Value of Institutional DeFi

This is the time for financial institutions to explore DeFi protocols and how to implement them into their business model.

Crypto Treasury Management: Why it is important and how Coinchange can help you

The upside volatility of cryptocurrencies has led to the creation of hundreds of billions of dollars of new wealth this past decade.

DeFi vs. CeFi: A Cross-Comparison

Access to financial services in the digital asset space has become a key area in the current financial landscape.

How Coinchange Mitigates Risk in DeFi

DeFi (decentralized finance) is an extremely new and exciting space, offering an endless amount of opportunities.

Stablecoins vs Other Cryptocurrencies? Which one should you buy and when?

Learn all about the difference between stablecoins and other cryptocurrencies, and how to invest with them!

Stablecoins: What They Are & Why They’re Better

A look at what stablecoins are, how they are backed, and learn why Coinchange offers the most secure yield on the market.

Stablecoins: The Safest Way to Invest in Crypto

A look at why investing in stablecoins with Coinchange is the best way you can earn rewards on everything within your crypto wallet.

Exponential Growth: a CeDeFi Opportunity

The latest research paper done for the DeFi space is here. Learn all about the main lending protocol discussed and where Coinchange fits in.

How Coinchange Mitigates Custody Risk

How Coinchange Mitigates Smart Contract Risk

While Smart Contracts offer amazing benefits, there are inherent risks that one should be aware of before stepping into the realm of DeFi.

Surviving a Bear Market with Coinchange: Stablecoins & High Yields

Stablecoins have presented a new and viable alternative to traditional cryptocurrency assets, providing price stability in this rapidly fluctuating market.

How Coinchange Mitigates Operational Risk

When it comes to risks in the DeFi (decentralized finance) space, operational risks should always be top of mind. See how Coinchange protects your funds.

How Coinchange Mitigates Risk in DeFi

DeFi (decentralized finance) is an extremely new and exciting space.

Democratizing Access to Wealth

The distribution of wealth across the globe has historically favored a small group, known now as “the one percent”.

Cash, Stocks and Bonds vs Crypto: a Look at Investment Classes

Building an investment portfolio is about sustainable growth over time, and making wise decisions to maximize the opportunities the market presents.

Top Five Criteria for Picking a DeFi Investment

To ensure strong returns, you also have to manage risk – and that's a multi-faceted process.

Diversification, Financial Well-being and Planning for Your Future

Saving for your future has never been more challenging.

DeFining Yield Farming

Decentralized Finance (DeFi) took the cryptocurrency world by storm in 2020 and we all know why

Cryptocurrency Market Predictions for 2025: DeFi, Stablecoins, Regulation

Based on trends observed this year, the entire crypto market is expected to undergo significant changes by 2025 due to advancements in decentralized finance platforms, the gro

Asset Allocation Report | Stablecoin & Volatile Assets October 2024

Coinchange Asset Allocation Report provides information on how client's assets are deployed and diversified across investments...

Asset Allocation Report Stablecoin & Volatile Assets | September 2024

Coinchange Asset Allocation Report Stablecoin & Volatile Assets | August 2024

Coinchange Asset Allocation Report – Stablecoin & Volatile Assets

Coinchange Asset Allocation Report on Stablecoin & Volatile Assets June 2024

Coinchange Asset Allocation Report on Stablecoin & Volatile Assets May 2024

Sneak Peek: The 2024 Bitcoin Halving And It’s Impact On Miners – Research Report

Coinchange Asset Allocation Report on Stablecoin & Volatile Assets April 2024

April 2024 Coinchange report details strategic asset deployment in DeFi, covering stablecoin and volatile assets, market trends, and protocol insights.

Coinchange Asset Allocation Report on Stablecoin & Volatile Assets March 2024

March 2024 Coinchange report details strategic asset deployment in DeFi, covering stablecoin and volatile assets, market trends, and protocol insights.

Coinchange Asset Allocation Report on Stablecoin & Volatile Assets February 2024

February 2024 Coinchange report details strategic asset deployment in DeFi, covering stablecoin and volatile assets, market trends, and protocol insights.

Coinchange Asset Allocation Report on Stablecoin & Volatile Assets January 2024

January 2024 Coinchange report details strategic asset deployment in DeFi, covering stablecoin and volatile assets, market trends, and protocol insights."

Coinchange Asset Allocation Report on Stablecoin & Volatile Assets December 2023

Coinchange's Dec 2023 report details asset allocation in DeFi, covering stablecoin and volatile assets, strategies, and market insights across protocols.

Coinchange 2023: A Year of Transformation

Coinchange's 2023: A landmark year of research, growth, and strategic crypto developments. Highlights include major reports, business expansion, and partnerships.

Coinchange Asset Allocation Report on Stablecoin & Volatile Assets November 2023

Coinchange's Nov 2023 report details asset allocation in DeFi, covering stablecoin and volatile assets, strategies, and market insights across protocols.

Coinchange Asset Allocation Report on Stablecoin & Volatile Assets October 2023

Coinchange's October 2023 report on asset allocation, covering stablecoin and volatile assets deployment, DeFi strategies, and market insights.

Coinchange Asset Allocation Report on Stablecoin & Volatile Assets September 2023

Coinchange's September 2023 report on asset allocation, covering stablecoin and volatile assets deployment, DeFi strategies, and market insights.

Coinchange Asset Allocation Report on Stablecoin & Volatile Assets August 2023

Coinchange's August 2023 report details asset diversification in DeFi, covering stablecoin and volatile assets, strategies, and blockchain allocations.

Coinchange Asset Allocation Report on Stablecoin & Volatile Assets July 2023

Coinchange's July 2023 report details asset deployment, diversification, and market insights. Covers stablecoin and volatile assets across various DeFi protocols.

Coinchange Asset Allocation Report on Stablecoin & Volatile Assets June 2023

Coinchange's June 2023 report details asset deployment, diversification in DeFi, and market insights. Covers stablecoin and volatile assets across various protocols.

Coinchange Asset Allocation Report on Stablecoin & Volatile Assets May 2023

Welcome to Coinchange’s Asset Allocation Report where we provide information on how Coinchange deploys client's assets.

Coinchange Asset Allocation Report April 2023

The Asset Allocation Report will be published on a monthly basis to ensure we provide up to date and relevant key metrics related to the state of the client assets.

Coinchange Asset Allocation Report March 2023

The Asset Allocation Report will be published on a monthly basis to ensure we provide up to date and relevant key metrics related to the state of the client assets. 

Coinchange Asset Allocation Report February 2023

Monthly Asset Allocation Report with information on how Coinchange deploys client assets and diversifies the investments while minimizing risks.

Coinchange Asset Allocation Report January 2023

Welcome to Coinchange’s Asset Allocation Report where we provide information on how Coinchange deploys client's assets and diversifies the investments while minimizing risks.

Coinchange Asset Allocation Report December 2022

Latest asset allocation report for December 2022

End of Year Review 2022

As we near the end of another year, it's time to reflect on all that we've accomplished at Coinchange in 2022.

Coinchange Asset Allocation Report November 2022

This report covers the deployed assets over broad categories of protocol types, blockchains and client invested currencies.

Coinchange Asset Allocation Report October 2022

This report covers the deployed assets over broad categories of protocol types, blockchains and client invested currencies.

Coinchange Asset Allocation Report September 2022

Monthly Asset Allocation Report with information on how Coinchange deploys client assets and diversifies the investments while minimizing risks.

Highlights: Coinchange Attended Ethereum DevCon 2022 in Bogota, Colombia

Coinchange Attended Ethereum DevCon 2022 in Bogota, Colombia

Coinchange has been distributing yield for 1 full year!

For the past 365 days Coinchange has continued providing yield to our customers through bull and bear markets, and we will continue to generate more yield.

Market Update on APY

The crypto industry has experienced extreme volatility and instability in the last few months.

Upcoming APY on Stablecoins with Coinchange

Upcoming APY on Stablecoins

Frequently Asked Questions - June Edition

Frequently Asked Questions - June Edition

Win Tickets To The Coinchange Maxim Magazine Party At BTC Miami 2022

We've teamed up with Maxim Magazine to deliver the best party of the week.

How To Support Ukraine With Crypto

Ukraine has asked for support through crypto donations to their BTC and ETH wallets. You can buy BTC, ETH and USDT on Coinchange with 0 fees.

Coinchange Is Out Of Early Access!

Early Access for our High Yield Account has now officially come to an end! See what's changed since we launched.

Coinchange Adds Support for Polygon

We’ve integrated Polygon, a popular layer-2 scaling solution and blockchain network that optimizes speed, scalability, and low transaction fees.

What's Coming for Coinchange in 2022?

With 2021 now behind us, it’s time to shift gears and take a look at the exciting prospects that lie ahead in 2022.

ETH Yield is Now Available

We are excited to announce that Ethereum, the world's second most popular cryptocurrency, is now available in Coinchange Earn Accounts.

BTC Yield Is Now Available

We are excited to announce that Bitcoin, the world's most popular cryptocurrency, is now available in Coinchange Earn Accounts.

Coinchange 2021 Recap

2021 has been an absolutely incredible year for Coinchange and our team.

Announcing a Partnership with Team Empire!

Coinchange is excited to announce a partnership with world-class esports organization Team Empire.

ZERO Fees On Yield Until The New Year

0% Fees On Yield Until 2022

The Coinchange Mobile App Is Here!

Your phone just got a lot more valuable!

Early Access Update #2

Another week of Coinchange Early Access has passed, and we have more exciting announcements for our users.

Early Access Update #1

The first week of Coinchange Early Access is over, and we already have a lot of updates to share!

Earn Account Early Access Is Live Now

We're excited to announce that our developers and strategists have worked hard.

The Evolution of Securrency: Revolutionizing Compliance in DeFi and Beyond

Securrency and Coinchange lead in compliant tokenization, bridging DeFi and traditional systems.

Introducing Coinchange's Groundbreaking Report on Institutional DeFi and Regenerative Finance

Uncover Coinchange's latest research on Institutional DeFi and Regenerative Finance, exploring the future of finance and blockchain innovation.

DeFi Research Report - Institutional Asset of Choice & Barrier to Entry

Two types of institutions have great interest in the crypto space.

NFT Financialization Report

Coinchange and its Research department are happy to share their second Research report on NFTs which will be a two-piece series.

NFT Landscape General Report

Learn about how NFTs are changing as they become more widely adopted, from the DeFi marketplace to everyday, real-world usage.

Permissioned DeFi: Paving The Way for Exponential Growth

Coinchange and its Research department is happy to share our Research report on Permissioned DeFi, which will be the first of a long series that the Coinchange research team w

Digital Asset Platform Coinchange Raises $10M to Scale API Yield Service

The funding round was led by G1.VC, Spirit Blockchain, Good News Ventures, K2.CA and Atoia Ventures, with Mintfox also participating.

We are the Best Web3 Solution Canada 2023.

GFM Review announces winners of its prestigious industry awards for Mid June 2023

Revolutionizing Digital Currency Exchange as CEO of Coinchange

With a deep understanding of blockchain technology and a relentless drive for excellence, Maxim has made significant contributions to the field of digital currency exchange as well as the broader adoption of blockchain solutions.

Paving The Way for Exponential Growth

Coinchange is currently regulated and is ensured for up to 30 million dollars with Fireblocks. To add another level of security, through a partnership with Jumio, Coinchange has KYC verification.

MoneySense - Not sure about DeFi?

Decentralized finance, or DeFi, provides an alternative to traditional banks. Instead of having a third party in a financial transaction—a role banks traditionally played—there is no intermediary. Instead, transactions are handled automatically through technology, executed using smart contracts.

FINANCIAL POST - Regulated Decentralized Finance

Coinchange, a growing investment firm in the CeDeFi (centralized decentralized finance) industry, in collaboration with Fireblocks and reviewed by Alkemi, have issued a new study identifying the growing benefits of investing in Crypto DeFi protocols.

Fortune - Web3 is not dead.

Picture a world where big banks talk to coin exchanges, digital currency is blockchain-agnostic, and payments are settled almost immediately. It’s coming sooner than you think. Think of the early days of the internet. Right now, for all the attention they garner, crypto and Web3 technologies are just moving past the dial-up phase.

The Street - Bring crypto into the mainstream

Regulation is something that most industries work hard to avoid or minimize. However, for the crypto economy, regulation represents salvation. To survive, firms – and investors – should be welcoming legal frameworks that help bring crypto into the mainstream.

Fortune.com - Crypto winter

Crypto winter has arrived–and it’s chilly out there for the thousands of employees being laid off in response to the sector’s worst downturn in several years. But the crypto industry’s loss is a potential gain for other employers in a range of industries that can benefit from the dynamism, autonomy, and analytical thinking skills that crypto natives tend to have in spades.