Chainlink co-founder Sergey Nazarov appeared on Fox Business to discuss the evolving relationship between DeFi and traditional finance (TradFi).
Key points from the discussion:
- Improved legislation is breaking down barriers between DeFi and TradFi sectors
- These communities show strong mutual interest in collaboration
- Integration could significantly enhance the U.S. financial system
This follows Nazarov's earlier prediction that traditional finance will become DeFi's largest customer base, highlighting a growing convergence in global finance.
The regulatory landscape continues to evolve, potentially opening new opportunities for cross-sector collaboration.
CapMoney Integrates Chainlink Price Feeds for cUSD Stablecoin

CapMoney has integrated Chainlink Price Feeds on Ethereum to enhance its decentralized cUSD stablecoin operations. Key features: - Interest-bearing cUSD stablecoin - Backed by fully collateralized and restaked assets - Chainlink integration provides security for minting and delegation - Designed to maintain stability during market volatility The integration follows PayPal's PYUSD stablecoin which also utilizes Chainlink's price feeds for accurate and reliable pricing data.
Chainlink Consolidates Major RWA Tokenization Announcements
Chainlink has published a comprehensive overview of their significant real-world asset (RWA) tokenization initiatives. The compilation follows recent industry insights from Chainlink Labs' Head of Tokenization, Colin Cunningham, featured in Keyrock Trading's report on tokenization trends. Key highlights: - Centralized collection of Chainlink's major RWA tokenization announcements - Builds on previous banking and capital markets announcement compilation from December 2024 - Aligns with industry forecasts for tokenization growth in 2025 The announcements showcase Chainlink's expanding role in connecting traditional finance with blockchain technology through RWA tokenization infrastructure. [Read the full announcement](https://blog.chain.link/chainlink-institutional-tokenization-announcements/)
Chainlink's Nazarov Discusses DeFi's Role in Deglobalization
Chainlink co-founder Sergey Nazarov appeared on the Crypto America podcast to discuss several key developments in the blockchain space: - DeFi's emerging role in an increasingly deglobalized economic landscape - The strategic importance of asset tokenization in the American market - Growing interest in proof of reserves among D.C. policymakers This follows his recent appearance on The Wolf Of All Streets podcast, where he shared insights from the White House Digital Asset Summit and discussed America's evolving stance on crypto assets.
LiFi Integrates Chainlink's Cross-Chain Token Standard

Cross-chain liquidity aggregator LiFi has integrated Chainlink's CCIP and Cross-Chain Token (CCT) standard, expanding cross-chain capabilities for token transfers. Key updates: - LINK and SHIB are first supported CCT tokens on Jumper Exchange - Burn-and-mint mechanism enables any-size transfers - Features include flat fees and zero slippage - Available through Jumper Exchange, the leading bridge aggregator The integration follows earlier CCT adoption by protocols like Liquity, which implemented the standard for its BOLD stablecoin across multiple networks including Arbitrum, Base, Ethereum, and Optimism. [Learn more about the integration](https://li.fi/knowledge-hub/li-fi-now-supports-chainlink-cross-chain-token-cct-standard/)
Aave Plans First Non-EVM Deployment on Aptos
Aave is preparing for a significant expansion with its first non-EVM deployment on Aptos blockchain. The proposed launch of Aave V3 on Aptos mainnet awaits community approval. Key points: - Markets will be secured by Chainlink Price Feeds - Aptos is a Chainlink Scale member - This marks Aave's first venture beyond EVM-compatible networks This deployment could establish a precedent for DeFi protocols expanding into non-EVM ecosystems, potentially reshaping cross-chain collaboration patterns.