Aave

**Aave has upgraded its swap functionality** by integrating with CoW Protocol, delivering improved liquidity and pricing for users. Key improvements include: - **Better liquidity** for asset swaps and collateral swaps - **Enhanced price discovery** through CoW Protocol's batch auction mechanism - **MEV protection** built into the swapping process The integration is **available across multiple networks** including Ethereum, Arbitrum, Base, Gnosis, Avalanche, and Polygon. Users can access these enhanced swap features directly through the Aave interface when managing their positions. [Learn more about swap features](https://aave.com/docs/developers/smart-contracts/swap-features)

**Aave's Linea market achieved a major milestone**, reaching **$2 billion in deposits** as of September 11, 2025. This represents **250x growth in just 4 months** - a remarkable expansion for the decentralized lending protocol on Linea's Layer 2 network. **Key growth timeline:** - September 4: Crossed $1.2 billion deposits - September 11: Hit $2 billion milestone - Growth accelerated through Linea Ignition program The **Linea Ignition incentive program** continues until October 26, 2025, rewarding users who provide liquidity to WETH, USDC, and USDT lending pools with LINEA tokens. Meanwhile, Aave's expansion continues on other networks, with deposits on Aptos approaching $2 million, showing the protocol's multi-chain growth strategy. [Learn more about Linea Ignition](https://linea.build/hub/events/linea-ignition)

**Circle's USYC token is now live as collateral** on Aave's Horizon RWA (Real World Assets) market. **What is USYC?** - Tokenized money market fund from Circle - Provides yield-bearing collateral functionality - Offers near-instant redemptions at scale This integration expands collateral options for users on the Horizon market, allowing them to leverage tokenized traditional finance assets within DeFi protocols. **Access the market:** [Horizon RWA Market](https://app.aave.com/markets/?marketName=proto_horizon_v3) This development continues Circle's broader strategy to bridge traditional finance with DeFi infrastructure through tokenized assets.

**BitgetWallet launches USDC Earn** feature powered by Aave's infrastructure, bringing yield opportunities directly to mobile users. **Key Features:** - Real-time yield accrual on Base network - Instant deposits and withdrawals - Integrated wallet management - Simple few-click process The integration allows users to **earn yield on USDC** without leaving their wallet interface. Aave's trusted DeFi infrastructure powers the backend while BitgetWallet handles the user experience. Users can now **save, withdraw, and manage** their USDC earnings all within the same application, streamlining the DeFi experience for mobile users. [Learn more about USDC Earn](https://web3.bitget.com/en/stablecoinEarn)

**Aave confirms its platform remains secure** following a recent NPM package supply chain attack that affected multiple projects. **Key points:** - http://app.aave.com is **NOT affected** by the attack - No action required from users - Platform operations continue normally The attack involved malicious code injected into popular NPM packages, potentially compromising applications that used the affected dependencies. Aave's security team conducted a thorough review of all dependencies and confirmed none of the compromised package versions were in use. Users can continue using the platform safely while the broader ecosystem addresses the supply chain vulnerability. Read more details about the attack: [Supply Chain Attack Analysis](https://jdstaerk.substack.com/p/we-just-found-malicious-code-in-the)

The final vote is currently taking place regarding the Events Funding for the collaboration between Aave Companies and Aave DAO.

Starting from October 19, 2023, users can now switch tokens directly on Aave.

Aave DAO has partnered with Immunefi to launch a $1 million bug bounty program. The program aims to ensure the security of the Aave protocol by encouraging developers and security experts to identify and report any vulnerabilities. Immunefi will provide technical support in managing the bug bounty program.