Ethereum Liquid Staking Experiences Exponential Growth: $20 Billion at Stake
The liquid staking market on the Ethereum network has seen exponential growth, surpassing $20 billion in funds staked through liquid tokens (LST) this November 2023.
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The Closure of Yield Protocol and Challenges in the DeFi Industry
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