Kinza Finance

**Kinza Finance** has launched **Protected Collateral**, a new lending feature that offers maximum security for DeFi users. **Key Features:** - Deposits are protected in **private pools**, unavailable to other borrowers - Assets can still be used as **collateral for loans** - No interest earned since funds aren't lent to others - Available across **BNB Chain, Mantle, and Ethereum** **How It Works:** When depositing on Kinza Finance, users can choose between: - **Default Lending** - Higher yields, funds available to borrowers - **Protected Collateral** - Maximum security, isolated deposits **Benefits:** - Highest level of **risk management** - Flexibility to match different **risk tolerances** - Maintains ability to **lend and borrow** - Currently available for **USDT** This feature targets users seeking absolute security while participating in DeFi lending protocols. **Try Protected Collateral:** [app.kinza.finance](http://app.kinza.finance)

**Kinza Finance remains unaffected** by the recent npm hack that impacted other DeFi protocols. The lending platform's **BTC staking and lending services** continue operating normally with no disruptions. **Security measures in place:** - Zero incident record since launch - 4-hour timelock on smart contract upgrades - Multiple security audits and partnerships This follows Kinza's previous response to the Radiant hack, where they emphasized their commitment to **proactive security measures** and protocol safety. The platform continues prioritizing security and sustainability in the DeFi space.

In a recent Real Yield Vision podcast episode, Jason from Puffer Finance discussed their innovative liquid staking solutions. Key highlights: - Puffer's validator ticket system enables ETH staking with just 12 ETH instead of 32 ETH - Their pre-confirmation AVS technology provides near-instant transaction confirmations on Ethereum rollups - $pufETH, their liquid staking token, allows users to maintain liquidity while earning staking rewards - Kinza Finance supports $pufETH on both BNB Chain and Ethereum for lending and borrowing Puffer Finance is evolving into a protocol launchpad to simplify new protocol launches with faster, cheaper transactions. [Listen to the full podcast](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sF54LfEqaUU)

Kinza Finance has announced an extension of their Airdrop Points Season 2 campaign. Users now have until July 31st, 2025 to participate and accumulate points. - Original deadline extended by three weeks - Campaign is part of Kinza's DeFi lending protocol initiatives - Further developments expected after campaign conclusion *Note: This extension provides additional opportunity for users to participate in the protocol's airdrop program.*

SEC Commissioner Paul Atkins delivered remarks at a DeFi roundtable, highlighting key regulatory perspectives on decentralized finance. - Emphasized need for balanced approach to DeFi regulation - Acknowledged potential for innovation while addressing risk concerns - Discussed framework for determining securities classification in DeFi protocols The Commissioner's stance suggests a more nuanced regulatory approach compared to previous SEC positions. Industry participants noted this could signal a gradual shift toward clearer DeFi guidelines. *View full speech*: [SEC.gov Official Remarks](https://www.sec.gov/newsroom/speeches-statements/atkins-remarks-defi-roundtable-060925)

Matrixdock's gold-backed token XAUm has seen significant growth, reaching $40M in assets under management within six months. Each XAUm token represents one troy ounce of 99.99% pure gold, stored in Singapore and Hong Kong vaults. Key features: - Fully backed by LBMA-accredited gold - Traceable and verifiable on-chain - Physical redemption available On Kinza Finance, users can: - Create leveraged long positions - Execute shorting strategies - Trade BTC-gold correlations The platform offers looped positions where a $100 USDT deposit can create a $300 XAUm position through borrowing.

Kinza Finance has temporarily paused their Monad testnet dApp as they prepare for integration with the upcoming Monad mainnet. Key updates: - Early adopters from the past 4 months will receive testnet MON tokens - Users will be awarded Kinza Airdrop Points - Previous distribution included 10 Airdrop Points to all users who engaged with the platform Check your airdrop status at [Kinza Finance Dashboard](https://app.kinza.finance/#/referral) *Further details about testnet MON distribution will be announced soon.*

Babylon Labs has completed the initial $BABY airdrop distribution to eligible $kBTC holders. Those who haven't submitted their BBN addresses will have another opportunity to claim later. Upcoming milestones for $kBTC: - PancakeSwap pool seeding and redemption enablement - Bridging functionality to Babylon chain - Extension to additional chains The airdrop was based on a March 13, 2025 snapshot, with 90% of Kinza's earned $BABY tokens distributed to kBTC holders on a time-weighted basis.

Kinza Finance has launched Season 2 of their Airdrop Points system, running from April 11 to July 11, 2025. Following Season 1's success with $290M+ in deposits, the new season maintains the same point calculation: $100 TVL for 1 day = 1 point. Key updates: - Season 1 points are preserved and viewable on dashboard - Automatic point earning continues for existing depositors - 10% bonus points for referrals - New achievements system including Whale, OG, Degen categories Visit [Kinza Finance](https://app.kinza.finance) to start earning points for the upcoming KZA token launch. *No action needed for existing users - points accumulation begins automatically.*

Kinza Finance announces a strategic partnership with Mu Digital to integrate $muBOND support on the Monad testnet. This collaboration aims to give stablecoin holders access to Asia's premier tokenized yield products. The partnership builds on Kinza's recent expansion to Monad's EVM-compatible L1 blockchain, known for its efficiency and scalability. - Integration focuses on $muBOND implementation - Testing phase currently on Monad testnet - Partnership targets Asian yield market access *This development marks a significant step in connecting global stablecoin users with Asian DeFi opportunities.*