2026 is shaping up to be DeFi's "worst year in terms of hacks," Ledger's CTO said, as the Kelp exploit shows how a single point of failure can cascade across systems. 

When every fund claims the same great networks and strong relationships, nobody wins. Bauer, Co-Founder of TBV, offers a more rigorous framework for emerging managers to build a unique value proposition. 

Every year policy discussions get more important, and this year's even more so. 

Developers and traders warn of structural risks as a cross-chain exploit spreads fear and prompts billions to flee DeFi platforms. 

Firms using stablecoins can reshape margins by cutting costs, unlock credit and earn yield, but not every company needs to issue a token, Paxos Labs' Chunda McCain said.