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.

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Lemonade Is Working With Avalanche, Chainlink on Weather Insurance for Farmers

A newly formed DAO backed by the Lemonade Foundation will roll out permissionless weather insurance to African farmers later this year.

Ni Tracy WangMar 22, 2022

Merkado

Chainlink's Total Value Secured Expansion Isn’t Matched by LINK Token’s Growth

The disconnect may reflect a number of issues, including market saturation, according to a Coinbase report.

Ni Will CannyMar 18, 2022

SWITCHING CHAINS: Kin may soon be powered by the Solana blockchain. (Credit: Shutterstock)

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Competitive Gamer 'That Denver Guy' on the Future of Metaverse Gaming, Digital Land Ownership and More

"That Denver Guy," aka competitive gaming expert Denver Moore, joins CoinDesk's "After Show" following his appearance on "New Money" with Spencer Dinwiddie and Solo Ceesay. He updates Ceesay on his investments in cardano and chainlink and why he's refocused on bitcoin. Moore discusses the future of metaverse gaming, saying, "our cash won't do anything in these worlds." Plus, why he views land purchase in the metaverse as similar to the California Gold Rush.

Mar 11, 2022

Pananalapi

Chainlink Adds Bahrain Telco to Roster of Big-Name Node Operators

Crypto-friendly stc Bahrain will launch a Chainlink node, joining Deutsche Telekom and Swisscom.

Ni Ian AllisonPeb 28, 2022

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Could Chainlink Be the Driver for DeFi’s Growth? Bank of America Thinks So

Chainlink (LINK) could accelerate the adoption of next-generation blockchain use across finance, insurance, supply chain, gaming and gambling, Bank of America said in a research report following an investor call with Chainlink co-founder Sergey Nazarov.

Peb 17, 2022

Pananalapi

BofA Says Chainlink Likely Driver for DeFi’s TVL Growth to $203B

The decentralized oracle network has secured more than $60 billion deposited into smart contracts.

Ni Will CannyPeb 17, 2022

Layer 2

Meet the Man Behind Associated Press' Crypto Strategy

Dwayne Desaulniers is running the news agency's increasingly ambitious blockchain experiments – from NFTs to Chainlink nodes.

Ni Daniel KuhnPeb 7, 2022

Pananalapi

Chainlink Labs Hires Diem Co-Creator Christian Catalini as Technical Adviser

In his new role, Catalini will primarily work on a new protocol for decentralized inter-blockchain messaging, data and token movements.

Ni Tanzeel AkhtarEne 27, 2022

Pananalapi

Damien Hirst Launches Chainlink Price Index for NFT Project

Hirst’s NFT collection, “The Currency,” gets its own dedicated price index.

Ni Will GottsegenEne 18, 2022

Damien Hirst with some of the works in his "The Currency" collection.

Pananalapi

Dez Bryant Taps Chainlink for ‘Dynamic’ Sports NFTs

The collectibles change in appearance based on players’ real-life stats.

Ni Eli TanEne 10, 2022

Dez Bryant (Tom Pennington/Getty Images)

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