Value Locked in DeFi Reaches $154B Despite 3% Dip
The decentralized finance (DeFi) sector’s total value locked (TVL) has climbed to $154.248 billion, with liquid staking giant Lido and lending platform Aave maintaining dominant positions. Lido, Aave Take Top Spots as De...
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