Maple Finance has deployed syrupUSDC, a yield-bearing stablecoin, on Solana via Chainlink’s CCIP, enabling seamless cross-chain transfers between Ethereum and Solana. Backed by $30M in liquidity and $500K in incentives, the integration leverages Solana’s speed and composability for institutional-grade DeFi strategies. The launch includes partnerships with Kamino, Orca, and the Global Dollar Network, expanding access to stable-yield products. Maple’s move follows Solana’s recent CCIP adoption, positioning syrupUSDC as a key collateral asset for leveraged trading and credit markets. With $10B+ in Solana stablecoins, syrupUSDC aims to capture demand for efficient yield solutions in a high-throughput environment.
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0 in Finance and 0 in Crypto last weekMaple Finance Expands to Solana via Chainlink CCIP
Maple Finance is broadening its reach by integrating with the Solana blockchain, facilitated by Chainlink’s Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP). This expansion introduces Maple’s syrupUSD stablecoin to Solana-based platforms Kamino and Orca, previously exclusive to Ethereum. The integration launches with $30 million in liquidity, aiming to enhance lending, trading, and collateral provisioning within the Solana ecosystem. This strategic move underscores Maple’s commitment to expanding DeFi accessibility across multiple blockchain networks.
about Maple Finance Expands to Solana via Chainlink CCIPSolana’s DeFi Surge: $9.17B TVL & Stablecoin Fuel
Solana’s DeFi ecosystem is witnessing a significant resurgence, with Total Value Locked (TVL) reaching $9.17 billion, up 20% in a month, and stablecoin liquidity surpassing $11.4 billion. The stablecoin-to-TVL ratio of 1.24 indicates ample idle capital ready to fuel further growth. Leading protocols like Jito, Jupiter, and Raydium are driving activity, with Raydium’s TVL surging 60.71% in 30 days. Solana’s daily active addresses and transactions reflect high user engagement, while DEX spot volumes dominate trading. Despite SOL’s price recovery to $170, it remains 13% below its January peak. The ecosystem’s fundamentals are solid, with $315.76 million in native project funding and declining volatility, suggesting consolidation or accumulation.
about Solana's DeFi Surge: $9.17B TVL & Stablecoin FuelHuma Finance Hits $4B in Transactions Post Huma 2.0 Launch
Huma Finance has achieved a $4 billion Total Transaction Volume (TTV) within two years of launch and just two weeks after unveiling Huma 2.0, signaling a major shift in DeFi’s real yield distribution. The platform is growing at over $500 million monthly and is on track to exceed $10 billion TTV this year. Huma 2.0 flips traditional finance by enabling payment companies to access stablecoin liquidity efficiently while offering depositors double-digit yields tied to payment flow fees, not speculative markets. Since launching on Solana, active wallet addresses surged 490% to 33,000, demonstrating strong demand for sustainable yield. Huma plans further expansion with partnerships involving major global payment institutions.
about Huma Finance Hits $4B in Transactions Post Huma 2.0 LaunchFoundation Capital raises 600 million for new venture fund focused on startups
Foundation Capital has raised $600 million for its 11th fund, focusing on early-stage startups in sectors like crypto, fintech, and AI. The firm, an early investor in Solana Labs, emphasizes backing founders before revenue generation, with 80% of investments occurring at this stage. The new fund is 20% larger than its previous one, reflecting its commitment to emerging technologies.
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