1inch and Tide_web3 Launch Second Sprint on Arbitrum

**DeFi yield mechanisms are facing significant challenges**, according to 1inch CFO Chaeho Shin in a recent discussion with Cointelegraph CEO Yana Prikhodchenko at ETHConf. **Key points from the conversation:** - Current DeFi yield strategies are experiencing structural issues - Traditional liquidity locking mechanisms may be outdated - Alternative approaches to DeFi liquidity management are being explored Shin emphasized the need to **move away from conventional liquidity locking practices** that have dominated the DeFi space. The discussion highlighted how existing yield generation methods may not be sustainable or efficient for the evolving decentralized finance ecosystem. The conversation took place on the Main Stage at ETHConf, where industry leaders gathered to address pressing challenges in the DeFi sector.

**SpaceX is going public on June 12th** in what's being called the largest IPO in history, with settlement happening directly on-chain. **Key details:** - Two tokens will launch: SPCXon and SPCXx - Trading will be available through [1inch](https://1inch.io) immediately upon launch - Alternative trading option on Fizen using USDT, powered by [Ondo](https://ondo.finance) This marks a significant moment as a major aerospace company integrates blockchain technology into its public offering from day one, allowing direct on-chain settlement rather than traditional financial infrastructure.

**1inch has published insights on the convergence of DeFi infrastructure and tokenized asset ecosystems.** The blog post examines how decentralized finance protocols are adapting to support the growing tokenized asset market. As traditional assets increasingly move on-chain, DeFi platforms need robust infrastructure to handle these new asset classes. **Key considerations include:** - Integration challenges between legacy systems and blockchain networks - Liquidity requirements for tokenized assets - Technical infrastructure needed to support institutional-grade tokenization This development reflects the broader trend of real-world assets (RWAs) entering the DeFi space, requiring protocols to evolve beyond purely crypto-native applications. Read the full analysis: [DeFi Infrastructure Meets Tokenized Asset Ecosystems](https://1inch.com/blog/post/defi-infrastructure-meets-tokenized-asset-ecosystems)

Ledger Wallet has integrated Ondo Finance's tokenized stocks, enabling users to swap real-world assets directly within the app. **Key Features:** - Access to 260+ tokenized stocks from global markets - 24/7 trading availability - Powered by [1inch](https://1inch.io) intent-based swaps - No gas fees or bridge requirements - Hardware-backed clear signing for security - Self-custody maintained throughout transactions The integration combines Ondo Global Markets' tokenized securities with 1inch's execution layer and Ledger's hardware security. Users can now trade traditional market assets around the clock while maintaining control of their private keys through Ledger's hardware wallet infrastructure.

1inch has integrated real-world asset (RWA) trading for Ondo Finance and xStocks, addressing a critical infrastructure challenge in DeFi. **Key developments:** - Aggregated execution now routes trades across fragmented RWA liquidity pools - Focus on practical usability: asset availability, competitive pricing, and reliable transactions - Infrastructure layer determines whether RWAs gain traction in decentralized finance The integration reflects growing structural demand for blockchain-based access to traditional assets, independent of broader crypto market volatility. [Full analysis of RWA execution landscape](https://1inch.com/blog/post/how-rwa-trading-works-in-2026)