DeFi & NFTs
DeFi & NFTs – Exploring Decentralized Finance and the NFT Ecosystem Step into the world of Decentralized Finance (DeFi) and Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) with in-depth coverage of the protocols, projects, and trends shaping the next generation of blockchain innovation. In the DeFi & NFTs section of btc04.com, we explore how smart contracts are revolutionizing traditional finance through permissionless lending, yield farming, liquidity pools, and decentralized exchanges. From Ethereum-based platforms like Uniswap and Aave to emerging multi-chain ecosystems on BNB Chain, Solana, and Arbitrum, we break down the tech, the risks, and the opportunities. On the NFT front, we track the pulse of digital culture and asset ownership—covering top collections, NFT marketplaces, token standards, and creator-driven economies. Whether you're interested in digital art, gaming assets, or real-world tokenization, we help you understand the trends behind the hype. Our content combines project reviews, protocol comparisons, risk assessments, and use-case explorations—so you can make informed decisions in this fast-evolving space. Whether you’re a DeFi degenerate or a newcomer curious about NFTs, btc04.com delivers clear, reliable, and actionable insights. Stay ahead of innovation—follow the future of finance and digital ownership here.
Gaming NFT maker Aavegotchi votes to ditch Polygon for Base
Aavegotchi, a non-fungible token (NFT) protocol focused on Web3 gaming, has opted to abandon blockchain network Polygon and “go all-in”...
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DeFi TVL falls 27% while AI, social apps surge in Q1: DappRadar
Economic uncertainty and a major crypto exchange hack pushed down the total value locked in decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols to...
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Sentient completes 650K NFT mint, MegaETH’s soulbound NFTs: Nifty Newsletter
In this week’s newsletter, read about how the MegaETH project uses soulbound non-fungible tokens (NFTs) to provide ownership stakes in...
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NFT market OpenSea teases token launch
Non-fungible token (NFT) marketplace OpenSea is preparing to launch a project token, SEA, according to a Feb. 13 announcement from...
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OpenSea pauses airdrop reward system after user backlash
Non-fungible token (NFT) marketplace OpenSea paused its new airdrop reward system following criticism from users over its mechanics.On Jan. 28,...
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FTX’s $1.2B repayments mark key moment in crypto industry recovery
FTX Digital Markets, the Bahamian unit of the collapsed cryptocurrency exchange FTX, is set to repay the first group of...
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OpenSea teases token launch, revises points system: Nifty Newsletter
In this week’s newsletter, the non-fungible tokens (NFT) marketplace OpenSea teased the launch of its native token, SEA, and while...
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SEC drops investigation into NFT marketplace OpenSea
The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has concluded its probe into non-fungible token (NFT) marketplace OpenSea, according to...
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Blockchain’s next big breakthroughs: What to watch
Opinion by: Ken AlabiEvery four years, a few months after the Bitcoin halving, the blockchain ecosystem undergoes heightened public scrutiny....
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Bybit to shut down NFT marketplace as trading volumes decline
Cryptocurrency exchange Bybit has announced the shutdown of its non-fungible token (NFT) marketplace.In an April 1 announcement, Bybit warned its...
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