The Ultimate Guide to Decentralized Finance
A curated Canadian edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Decentralized Finance (DeFi).
What to know about Decentralized Finance
Decentralized Finance (DeFi) represents a transformative shift in the financial landscape, leveraging blockchain technology to create transparent, inclusive, and efficient financial systems. It challenges traditional centralized institutions by enabling peer-to-peer transactions and reducing barriers to entry, fostering financial innovation and accessibility.
Exploring recent trends and developments in DeFi reveals its expanding role—from the rise of stablecoins as reliable digital assets to innovations in blockchain interoperability and institutional adoption challenges. Readers will find insights into how DeFi is shaping new forms of investment, payment solutions, and governance models, alongside discussions on security, regulatory considerations, and the evolving crypto ecosystem.
Engaging with stories tagged under Decentralized Finance offers an opportunity to understand the dynamic interplay between technology, finance, and regulation, as well as practical implications for investors, developers, and consumers navigating this rapidly evolving space.
Canadian Decentralized Finance News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Shakepay launches bitcoin-backed credit line in Canada
Eligible bitcoin holders in Canada can now access up to CAD $50,000 without selling coins, though collateral calls may follow price swings.
Tetra launches Canada's first regulated CADD stablecoin
Canadian banks and fintechs now have a regulated on-chain settlement option as CADD enters a market long dominated by US-dollar stablecoins.
KOHO launches crypto trading in Canada for app users
Canadian app users can now trade more than 20 cryptocurrencies from CAD $1 without leaving KOHO's main platform.
TD adds Google virtual card numbers for Canadian shoppers
Canadian shoppers can now use tokenised Visa details at checkout in Chrome and Android, reducing card exposure to merchants.
Sezzle launches virtual card for Canadian shoppers
Canadian shoppers can now split payments in stores such as SoftMoc and JD Sports as Sezzle broadens its buy now, pay later reach beyond online checkout.
Canada's extra cautious stablecoin path risks Web3 departure
Experts say the Stablecoin Act may be the right chance for Canada to catch up in the evolution of Web3 infrastructure.
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Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the networkRecent Decentralized Finance News
Wealthsimple partners with Wise for integrated transfers
The collaboration is set to offer Canadian customers easier international money transfers in over 10 currencies via their existing accounts.
Interac opens e-Transfer network to more PSPs under new rules
Interac has opened its e-Transfer network to more PSPs registered under Canada's new Retail Payment Activities Act, broadening access and innovation in digital payments.
Canada lags behind as world leaders move towards stablecoin
While global banking leaders embrace stablecoins for innovation, Canada remains cautious, delaying adoption amidst evolving digital currency trends.
Zano Hard Fork 6 lets native ZANO bridge to Ethereum
The upgrade removes a long-standing barrier to listings and DeFi use, letting ZANO move to Ethereum and other chains before returning privately.
Olas launches Pearl Connect for Claude coding agents
The beta tool lets Claude users trade prediction markets and pay other agents without leaving their coding session, though security risks remain.
Rain launches payments alliance for agentic commerce
Card networks and fintech groups are trying to set rules for AI-driven purchases before a projected USD $3 trillion market fragments.
Kraken adds Coinbase crypto deposit option via Mesh
New deposit tools aim to cut transfer errors and speed up on-chain funding, as users can now move Coinbase holdings into Kraken without wallet addresses.
Midas & Wellington launch tokenised credit strategy
The deal broadens tokenised finance beyond single bonds by making an actively managed credit portfolio available as DeFi collateral from launch.
Tokenised equities hit USD $2.4 billion as activity jumps
Rising trader activity and a 1.1 million-strong holder base suggest tokenised equities are gaining traction ahead of key US data and SpaceX results.
On-chain real-world asset perpetuals volume doubles fast
Weekend trading and pre-IPO speculation are driving growth in real-world asset perpetuals, even as pricing risks and liquidity gaps persist.
Bitget upgrades BGBTC with Bitcoin rewards & Chainlink
Daily Bitcoin payouts and faster redemption could make Bitget's BGBTC more attractive to holders seeking yield without locking up their BTC.
xBratAI & Bitget explore multi-asset trading tie-up
The tie-up could let retail traders manage crypto, futures, forex and tokenised stocks in one workflow instead of juggling separate platforms.
MoonPay launches PayBox for Claude & ChatGPT payments
Users can now approve AI-initiated payments in-chat, as MoonPay tries to make Claude and ChatGPT commerce safer and more seamless.
Payward buys Magic Labs wallet business for onchain push
Businesses will gain embedded self-custody tools as Payward folds Magic Labs' wallet infrastructure into its B2B platform for onchain services.
Bitget tops CryptoRank study on tokenised equities
Large orders in tokenised US shares are costing traders less on Bitget, where CryptoRank found the lowest simulated slippage among rival venues.
BitGo Prime adds Virtu Financial to liquidity network
Institutions can now access Virtu Financial pricing via BitGo Prime without separate onboarding, while assets stay in regulated custody.
Alpaca raises USD $135 million in Peak XV-led round
The fresh capital will help Alpaca expand regulated brokerage infrastructure for clients building products across traditional and on-chain markets.
Blockchain partners Polymarket to add prediction markets
Crypto app users can now trade on elections, rates and sport without leaving Blockchain, as Polymarket expands its regulated prediction markets reach.
Bitget launches Cash Plus for USDT & USDC balances
Traders can now earn on idle USDT and USDC balances without losing access to funds for deals, as exchanges battle for stablecoin liquidity.
BIG3 faces class action over NFT ownership promises
NFT buyers say they were left without voting rights or team-sale proceeds after paying up to USD $25,000 each for BIG3 tokens.