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DeFi is bleeding: Ethereum, Solana, and Cardano are losing TVL

DeFi is bleeding: Ethereum, Solana, and Cardano are losing TVL

In a startling turn of events, the decentralized finance (DeFi) landscape is grappling with a widespread loss of Total Value Locked (TVL) across prominent blockchain networks. 

Ethereum (ETH), Solana (SOL), and Cardano (ADA) – the torchbearers of the industry – have experienced a sharp decline of 11.9%, 9.1%, and 10.6%, respectively in TVL over the span of just one week. This rapid contraction has sent ripples of unease throughout the crypto market, dominated by an atmosphere of apprehension.

Across the last week, other popular altcoins, such as Avalanche (AVAX), Tron (TRX), Binance Smart Chain (BSC), and Polygon (MATIC) TVL are all in the red across the last week.

The data, sourced from DeFi TVL aggregator DefiLlama and meticulously analyzed by Finbold on August 22, highlights an abrupt shift in sentiment among DeFi participants. This recent downtrend stands in stark contrast to the soaring highs witnessed previously, demonstrating the inherent volatility of the crypto space.

Base TVL has grown over the last week

Interestingly, amidst this prevalent bearish outlook, a lone contender emerges with an unexpected trajectory. The Base blockchain network, the public mainnet layer 2 blockchain network, which launched on August 9 by Coinbase in a surprising show of resilience, has surged forward, bucking the trend by showcasing a remarkable 38% growth in TVL within the same week.

Undoubtedly, these developments underscore the dynamic nature of the DeFi landscape and the intricacies of investor behavior in the crypto sphere. The ongoing turmoil serves as a reminder of the importance of staying attuned to market trends and adapting strategies in line with the evolving scenario.

As fear continues to cast a shadow over the market, stakeholders and enthusiasts are closely observing how these leading chains will navigate this challenging phase and regain their footing.

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