Venus Protocol

**Venus Protocol** is launching a **flash loan function** restricted to whitelisted addresses only. The new feature will enable the development of advanced tools for DeFi users, with the first major update arriving soon. - Flash loans allow users to borrow assets without collateral, provided they're repaid within the same transaction - Access limited to approved addresses initially for security purposes - Venus hints at upcoming features designed for active DeFi participants The protocol promises more details on the first new feature in the near future. [Read the full proposal](https://community.venus.io/t/whitelisted-flash-loans/5527)

Venus Protocol experienced significant growth in Q3 with **borrowing activity up 45.7%** compared to the previous quarter. The increase was primarily driven by: - **BNB borrows**: +72.8% growth - **ETH borrows**: +194.1% surge This substantial uptick in borrowing suggests increased demand for liquidity across major cryptocurrencies on the Venus platform. The full Q3 metrics report provides additional insights into the protocol's performance and market dynamics during this period. [Read the complete State of Venus Q3 2025 report](https://messari.io/report/state-of-venus-q3-2025)

**Venus Protocol has launched E-Mode V2**, introducing isolated E-Mode groups that enable integration of new asset types like RWAs into the core pool. **Key Features:** - Assets can access core pool liquidity while maintaining isolated risk parameters - Adjustable LTV ratios and borrowing restrictions for new assets - Maintains Venus security standards across all integrations **The Problem Solved:** Isolated pools previously lacked sufficient liquidity despite their safety benefits. The new **Isolated Mode** bridges this gap by allowing assets to tap into deep core pool liquidity. **Impact on RWAs:** This update positions Venus to safely onboard tokenized real-world assets at scale, potentially opening new partnerships as DeFi evolves. The upgrade maintains the same security standards while expanding asset diversity and capital efficiency across the protocol.

Venus Protocol has introduced new borrowing incentives in partnership with Gauntlet. The program offers: - 15,000 USDC in rewards for USDC borrowers - Two-week duration for the incentive program - Available exclusively on Unichain Users can access these rewards through the [Venus Core Pool](https://app.venus.io/#/core-pool/market/0xB953f92B9f759d97d2F2Dec10A8A3cf75fcE3A95?chainId=130). *Time-sensitive opportunity: Limited two-week window to participate.*

Venus Protocol experienced significant user growth on the ZKSync network in January 2024: - Monthly active users increased from 1,600 to 11,000 - Represents a 576% month-over-month growth - Total user base since launch: 13,200 Data verified through [Dune Analytics](https://dune.com/xvslove_team/venus-protocol-dashboard#zkSync). This growth indicates rising adoption of DeFi services on ZKSync's layer-2 network.

Venus Protocol has integrated Balancer's BAL governance token into its platform. BAL holders can now: - Supply BAL as collateral on Venus - Borrow stablecoins or blue-chip assets against BAL holdings - Stake borrowed assets in Balancer liquidity pools - Earn additional rewards and governance power The integration expands Venus's supported assets while providing BAL holders with new DeFi opportunities. [Explore BAL market on Venus](https://app.venus.io/#/core-pool/market/0x0Ec5488e4F8f319213a14cab188E01fB8517Faa8?chainId=1)

**Sky Ecosystem's sUSDS**, the yield-bearing version of USDS stablecoin, is now available on Venus Protocol. Key features include: - Earned through Sky Savings Rate (SSR) - Can be used as collateral on Venus - Enables borrowing USDS for SSR yield amplification - Supports blue-chip asset borrowing Users can maximize rewards through holding loops and leverage Sky's ecosystem for enhanced savings. The integration enables new DeFi strategies across Venus and Sky platforms. Visit Venus app to explore the sUSDS market.

Origin Protocol's wSuperOETHb, a yield-bearing liquid staking token backed 1:1 by ETH, has launched on Venus Protocol. Key features include: - Competitive staking structure with enhanced capital efficiency - Collateral functionality for borrowing various assets - Up to 3.7x leverage in core instance - Up to 6.66x leverage in isolated pool The integration enables users to expand their DeFi strategies while maintaining exposure to ETH staking benefits. Users can now acquire wSuperOETHb through Origin Protocol and utilize it in Venus money markets. **Visit**: app.venus.io to explore the wSuperOETHb market

Lombard Finance has launched LBTC on the Venus Protocol, introducing a new yield-bearing Liquid Staked Token backed 1:1 by Bitcoin. Key features: - Maintains full Bitcoin exposure while enabling DeFi functionality - Can be used as collateral on Venus - Supports borrowing against holdings - Offers 3x points multiplier through Lombard Lux Program Users can now access these features through the Venus Protocol interface.

Venus Protocol's latest governance update includes several key developments: - **New Markets**: Proposals to add LBTC on Ethereum and gmETH on Arbitrum - **Expansion**: Implementation of Omnichain Governance for ZKSync and Optimism networks - **Risk Updates**: Parameter adjustments for BNB and FLOKI markets on BNB Chain - **Infrastructure**: New Treasury and Oracle systems on Base network - **Asset Integration**: Consideration of wsuperOETHb as collateral on Base These changes aim to enhance Venus Protocol's cross-chain capabilities and risk management framework.