Renzo Protocol Expands to Base L2 with REZ/USDC Pool Launch

🌉 Base Gets REZzed Up

By Renzo
Mar 20, 2025, 3:08 PM
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Renzo Protocol has expanded to Base, one of the fastest-growing L2 networks powered by Coinbase.​ The integration features:

  • First REZ DeFi integration on Base through REZ/USDC pool on Aerodrome Finance
  • Bridge functionality powered by Hyperlane
  • Additional rewards for LP providers

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