Liquity v2: Revolutionizing DeFi Borrowing
Liquity v2: Revolutionizing DeFi Borrowing
🎭 DeFi's plot twist
Liquity v2 is set to transform DeFi borrowing by allowing users to set their own rates. This innovative approach addresses limitations in current models like Money Markets and governance-based CDPs. Key benefits include:
- True market formation: Rates reflect real supply and demand
- User control: Borrowers set rates based on market expectations
- Flexibility: Rates can be adjusted as conditions change
Liquity v2 aims to create a benchmark DeFi market interest rate, fostering a more cohesive ecosystem. The team will be present at upcoming events and welcomes discussions with DeFi enthusiasts and ecosystem builders.
Liquity v2 will bring in a new era for borrowing in DeFi. @SamExotic3 gave a talk @EthCC highlighting why: - Not everyone in DeFi needs to pay the same rates - Liquity v2 is achkyually DeFi Watch his talk 👇 ethcc.io/archive/The-en… (ps: hit us in the DM's if you'd like to run
The endgame for borrowing At @ETHCC, I gave a talk on why @LiquityProtocol v2 will change borrowing as we know it. Fast forward a couple of weeks, and we now have 18~ forks who see the vision A quick TL;DR on my talk, and 3 reasons why Liquity v2 will shake things up 👇 1)
The Trustless Force Has Arrived
A new development in decentralized systems has been announced, marking what appears to be a significant milestone in trustless technology implementation. **Key Points:** - The announcement centers on "The Trustless Force" - a concept or platform focused on removing intermediaries from financial or technical processes - This follows previous discussions on frictionless finance from September 2025 - The timing suggests a coordinated launch or major update to existing infrastructure The development represents continued progress in building systems that operate without requiring trust in centralized authorities or intermediaries. [Watch the announcement](https://x.com/i/broadcasts/1kvKpMvzXnZGE)
🔒 Pendle Launches sBOLD Pool with 6.5% Fixed APR
Pendle has launched a new sBOLD pool expiring at the end of June 2026, offering three distinct opportunities for participants: **Key Features:** - **PT holders** can lock in a fixed 6.5% APR - **YT buyers** gain exposure to potential Liquity forks airdrops - **LP providers** can supply liquidity and earn fees The pool provides structured yield options for different risk profiles while maintaining exposure to the Liquity ecosystem.
🎙️ Stablecoin Risk Deep Dive
**Liquity's BOLD stablecoin achieves A- rating and perfect 1.0 decentralization score from Bluechip** In a new podcast collaboration with Bluechip, Liquity explores the technical nuances behind stablecoin risk assessments: - **BOLD's standout metrics**: Earned an A- overall rating with a perfect 1.0 score in decentralization - a rare achievement in the stablecoin landscape - **Crypto-backed vs bank-backed**: The discussion clarifies why crypto-collateralized stablecoins can offer different risk profiles than bank-backed alternatives, even when ratings appear similar - **Technical freeze resistance**: The team explains what "can't be frozen" actually means from a technical architecture perspective The conversation provides insight into how independent rating agencies evaluate stablecoin risk factors, including collateralization methods, decentralization levels, and censorship resistance. [Watch the full podcast](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FSsAlqzD5bo)
🐻 Curve Finance LPs Earning 8.5%+ in Fork Airdrop Points
Curve Finance liquidity providers are currently earning over 8.5% in points from fork airdrops, according to Liquity. **Key Details:** - LPs can access additional yields through [Liquity's platform](https://www.liquity.org/earn) - Multiple forks have launched incentivized pools with double-digit APRs - Recent launches include pools from Asymmetry Finance, Felix Protocol, Bera Borrow, and Orki Finance **Market Context:** Redemptions have declined sharply as demand for BOLD increases due to fork rewards. Liquity V2 maintains its position as the cheapest borrowing option in DeFi, sitting 23% below competitors. Active incentivized pools include: - Asymmetry Finance DeFi Avengers pool with Protocol FX - Felix Protocol 3pool on Curve and Hyperliquid - Bera Borrow 3pool with NECT and HONEY on Berachain - Orki Finance increasing rewards on Swell Network Additional forks from Nerite, Ebisu Finance, and Soneta are expected to launch soon.
Podcast Explores BOLD Stablecoin's Perfect Decentralization Score
A new podcast episode with Bluechip discusses BOLD stablecoin's technical design and risk assessment. **Key Topics Covered:** - BOLD achieved perfect 1.0 scores in decentralization metrics - Comparison between bank-backed and crypto-backed stablecoins - Technical explanation of "can't be frozen" functionality - Design decisions that distinguish BOLD from other stablecoins The episode examines stablecoin risk trade-offs and why BOLD earned an A- rating despite having the same score as some competitors. The discussion provides technical insights into what makes BOLD's architecture unique in the stablecoin landscape. [Watch the full podcast](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FSsAlqzD5bo)