Week in Crypto: DeFi Risk, Yield Mechanics, and Custody
The week brought $292M in exploit litigation, institutional DeFi custody infrastructure, and evidence that most yield positions break silently before you notice.
James Anderson
Through my work, I aspire to be a source of knowledge and inspiration for those exploring the dynamic and exciting world of cryptocurrencies.
What Is DeFi? A Complete Explanation
DeFi replaces banks, brokers, and exchanges with smart contracts. Here's what the primitives actually do, the risks they carry, and what DeFi has proven.
Best Crypto Tax Software: What Works At Your Volume
Koinly, CoinTracker, CoinLedger, and TokenTax differ on pricing, DeFi support, and jurisdiction coverage. Here is what each tool handles at realistic volumes.
Quant Surges 65.7% in 30 Days on US Banking Partnership
Quant rallied 65.7% over 30 days to $105.78 as The Clearing House selected it to power a US tokenized deposit network for 25 major banks launching in 2027.
Chainlink Surges 12.0% in 24 Hours After Infosys Deal Selloff
Chainlink climbed 12.0% to $14.0 as institutional buying reversed the initial selloff following its September 22 Infosys partnership announcement.
Grant Programs And Retroactive Funding: Earning As A Contributor
Optimism RetroPGF distributed 30M OP across 501 builders. Arbitrum grants range from $20K to $1.5M. Here's how to qualify and what evaluation criteria actually matter.
How To Evaluate An ICO Or IDO Before You Commit Capital
Fewer than 22% of IDOs hold their launch price after 30 days. Here is the 15-minute evaluation checklist that separates viable projects from rug pulls.
Launchpad Platforms Compared: CoinList vs DAO Maker vs Fjord
CoinList offers the best historical track record but blocks US users. DAO Maker requires 2,000 DAO tokens. Fjord uses LBPs for fair price discovery.
Frgmnt Wraps DeFi Yield Inside Institutional Custody
Frgmnt's stablecoin protocol now delivers on-chain lending yields through regulated custody infrastructure, generating 13.32% from DeFi markets without requiring institutions to manage wallets.
Kaspa Surges 44.8% in 30 Days on Altcoin Rotation and Upgrade
Kaspa rallied 44.8% over 30 days to $0.0419 as capital rotated into higher-beta altcoins and the June 30 Toccata hard fork added smart contract functionality.
Narrative Investing In Altcoins: How To Position For Cycles
AI tokens rallied 1,247%. DePIN hit $20B. RWA grew 85% year-over-year. Narratives drive altcoin cycles. Here is how to identify them early and time the exit.
Dogecoin Jumps 10.2% in 24 Hours on Market-Wide Rally
Dogecoin climbed 10.2% to $0.093504 as Bitcoin and large-cap altcoins rallied. The move followed the broader crypto market, not DOGE-specific news.
How To Trade Crypto For Beginners: The Realistic Guide
Most retail traders lose money. This guide covers position sizing, order types, why DCA beats active trading, and the specific approach that works for beginners.
Avalanche Jumps 45.5% in 30 Days on Schwab Listing and Staking Upgrade
Avalanche rallied 45.5% over 30 days to $11.15 as Charles Schwab announced AVAX listings, Paxos integrated custody, and the Helicon staking upgrade reduced lockup periods to 48 hours.
Week in Crypto: Education, Infrastructure, and Compliance
Coinbase and Moov connected stablecoins to 1,000 banks. Aave V4 crossed $900M despite slow migration. Tax software, mining economics, and yield frameworks dominated the week.
Play-To-Earn Gaming Income: What Actually Pays In 2026
Most P2E players earn $5-$10 monthly despite hours of daily play. Here's the realistic income data, which games still pay, and why most 2021 earnings vanished.