The FHFA has ordered Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to consider certain cryptoassets as reserves for mortgage affordability, allowing buyers to count crypto held on U.S. exchanges without liquidating. This move could expand access to home loans for crypto holders.

The financial markets are on the verge of a transformation that could redefine wealth creation and dismantle long-standing revenue models, particularly for equity prime brokers.

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A deep dive into how AMMs offer a unique blend of opportunities and challenges for institutional investors.

Engaging with DeFi protocols involves a spectrum of risks, from technical risk in smart contracts to economic challenges like liquidation risk. Nonetheless, the number of economic risks that should be considered is extensive, and many become increasingly important as position sizes increase.

Decentralized Finance (DeFi) has rapidly evolved to offer a variety of yield-generating opportunities that differ substantially from traditional fixed-income instruments, such as government or corporate bonds. While early DeFi protocols focused on variable yields, fueled by high volatility and driven by token rewards or liquidity provision, markets are maturing to offer products that provide more stable yield streams.

Stablecoins have emerged as one of the most widely used elements of the cryptocurrency industry. The niche’s success may earn it the place of “killer app” for broader crypto adoption.

Decentralized Finance (DeFi) is increasingly converging with traditional finance through Real-World Assets (RWAs). RWAs are tokens that represent real-world value — from government bonds and real estate to private credit and invoices — brought onto blockchain networks. This integration is reshaping DeFi, offering more stable yield opportunities and attracting institutional interest.

Did you know there are hundreds — if not thousands — of DeFi protocols out there, spread across dozens of Layer 1 and Layer 2 networks? With so many options, it might seem tempting to deploy capital into a promising project that’s just been pitched. But what does it really take to evaluate if a protocol is fit for large-scale deployment? For institutions, this goes far beyond a quick market analysis. It requires a thorough look at sustainability, security, and long-term growth potential. Let’s dive into the core factors that can help determine whether a protocol deserves serious consideration for capital deployment.