🔒 Nexus Mutual Expands Crypto Coverage Pipeline

A DeFi risk management discussion is scheduled for January 22nd, featuring industry experts Hugh Karp and tokendata. The briefing will cover: - Vault security and architecture - Institutional participation in DeFi - Recent hacks and vulnerabilities - Claims processes and risk mitigation The session aims to address the critical challenge of maintaining institutional confidence in decentralized finance as traditional players enter the space. [Join the discussion](https://x.com/i/spaces/1ynJOMBYWLAKR)

Nexus Mutual has published **The Nexus Review**, their Q4 and 2025 wrap-up report covering DeFi risk management and claims processing. The report, introduced by Hugh Karp, emphasizes the protocol's consistent approach to onchain risk. Key areas covered include: - DeFi risk assessment and management - Claims processing and payouts - Vault operations - Institutional adoption trends The full report is available at [docs.nexusmutual.io](https://docs.nexusmutual.io/bookshelf/NM_Q4_REPORT.pdf)

OpenCover has launched a new integration allowing users to protect their Cap Money positions directly within the Cap Money dApp. **Key Features:** - One-click coverage process integrated into Cap Money's interface - Users can protect their positions while earning covered yield - Streamlined experience removes friction from obtaining protection The integration represents a step toward making position protection more accessible in DeFi. Users can now secure their Cap Money holdings without leaving the platform. [Learn more about the integration](https://twitter.com/OpenCover)

The onchain insurance sector saw significant growth in 2025, with **over $1 billion in cover purchased** as both individuals and institutions sought structured risk protection. Looking forward, the industry is preparing to launch: - **Real-World Insurance Vaults** - bridging traditional and onchain coverage - **Expanded vault coverage** - protecting more types of assets and protocols - **New products for emerging risks** - addressing novel threats in the evolving onchain ecosystem The momentum signals growing institutional confidence in crypto-native insurance solutions.

Nexus Mutual has distributed over **$18.6 million** in claims to members since 2019, with **$370,000+** paid out in 2025 alone. The platform has provided coverage during significant DeFi loss events, offering protection against: - Smart contract hacks - Governance attacks - Other protocol vulnerabilities Since its inception, Nexus Mutual has covered over **$6 billion** in total value, establishing itself as a key insurance alternative in the crypto ecosystem. The mutual model allows members to pool risk and receive payouts when covered events occur, providing a decentralized approach to DeFi protection.