Chainlink

Chainlink (LINK) was launched in 2017 by Sergey Nazarov and Steve Ellis as a decentralized oracle network that connects smart contracts with real-world data, enabling blockchain applications to access off-chain information like price feeds, weather data, and sports scores. As the infrastructure layer bridging blockchains with external systems, Chainlink has become essential to the DeFi ecosystem by providing reliable, tamper-proof data that powers lending protocols, derivatives platforms, and automated trading systems.

The Chainlink ecosystem consists of thousands of independent node operators who earn LINK tokens for delivering data, alongside a growing network of data providers, blockchain integrations, and enterprise partnerships. Major DeFi protocols like Aave, Compound, and Synthetix rely on Chainlink's price feeds, while traditional companies including Google Cloud, Oracle, and SWIFT have explored integrations with Chainlink's oracle services.

At CoinDesk, we provide in-depth Chainlink news coverage tracking oracle network expansions, enterprise partnerships, and the critical role of reliable data infrastructure in blockchain adoption. Our reporting covers everything from new Chainlink integrations and LINK tokenomics to the broader implications of oracle technology for Web3 development and traditional finance integration.

DISCLOSURE: This text was written with the assistance of AI, then reviewed by a person.

Markets

Chainlink is one of crypto’s most undervalued infrastructure bets: Bitwise

Chainlink is a dominant software platform quietly powering stablecoins, tokenization, DeFi and institutional adoption across crypto, said Matt Hougan.

By Will Canny, AI BoostJan 21, 2026

Bitwise Chief Investment Officer Matt Hougan (CoinDesk Archives)

Finance

Chainlink expands data streams to cover multitrillion-dollar U.S. stock market

The upgrade uses a "pull" model for sub-second updates, allowing more advanced trading logic and avoiding high gas costs.

By Francisco RodriguesJan 20, 2026

Stock market price charts (Anne Nygård/Unsplash)

Web3

Backed, Chainlink Unveil xBridge to Move Tokenized Stocks Between Solana and Ethereum

The bridge uses Chainlink's CCIP to ensure consistent behavior across chains, mirroring the behavior of underlying assets.

By Francisco RodriguesDec 12, 2025

Computer monitors and a laptop screen show trading charts on a desk overlooking an expanse of water at sunset. (sergeitokmakov/Pixabay, modified by CoinDesk)

Markets

Chainlink's LINK Drops 5% Despite Coinbase Bridge Deal, But Bottoming Signs Emerge

Coinbase tapped Chainlink services for $7 billion bridge, but broader crypto weakness weighed on price.

By CD Analytics, Krisztian SandorDec 11, 2025

LINK Surges 2.4% to $13.74 on Coinbase's $7B CCIP Bridge Selection

Web3

Coinbase Taps Chainlink CCIP as Sole Bridge for $7B in Wrapped Tokens Across Chains

The integration enables users to move these assets across different networks and applications, leveraging Chainlink's secure oracle networks.

By Francisco RodriguesDec 11, 2025

Web3

Coinbase, Chainlink Introduce Base-Solana Bridge to Link Ecosystems

The bridge, secured by Chainlink's Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol, allows users to trade and interact with Solana-based tokens on Base-based dapps.

By Francisco RodriguesDec 4, 2025