DeFi's Resilience Amidst Challenges: A Stress Test, Not a Death Knell
The recent shutdown of DeFi protocol ZeroLend, citing thin margins and security concerns, has raised questions about the industry's viability. However, this development is not unique, as several DeFi protocols and adjacent crypto platforms have also wound down in 2025 and early 2026 due to low usage, liquidity collapses, and security incidents. Nevertheless, this contraction is not a sign of exti…
April 12, 2026, 5:30 p.m.