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.

Chainlink

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Chainlink to Provide Data for Farming Insurance Startup Arbol

Chainlink will provide climate data for insurance startup Arbol’s weather derivatives. Small to medium sized firms can use the Ethereum-based dapp for hedging natural events.

Ni William FoxleyAgo 19, 2020

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First Mover: Money Legos Turn 'Exuberant' as Chainlink Stripped of 'DeFi'

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Ni Bradley Keoun, Omkar Godbole, Muyao Shen, Sebastian SinclairAgo 19, 2020

Exuberant dancers. (Christy Gallois/Flickr Creative Commons, modified by CoinDesk)

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Market Wrap: Bitcoin Slides to $11.8K; Uniswap at $7M in Monthly ETH Fees

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Ni Daniel CawreyAgo 18, 2020

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Chainlink Up Nearly 1,000% Since 'Black Thursday' Crash

Chainlink's LINK token has surged nearly 1,000% over the past five months, and some are worried the market is beginning to overheat.

Ni Paddy BakerAgo 18, 2020

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First Mover: Litecoin and Mimblewimble, Ether Futures, Chainlink, Curve

Litecoin's Mimblewimble upgrade sparks optimism, Ether futures hit records, Chainlink developers take profits.

Ni Bradley Keoun, Omkar Godbole, Sebastian SinclairAgo 17, 2020

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Market Wrap: Bitcoin Bounces to $11.8K as Ether Option Traders Go Bearish

Bitcoin broke through $11,800 Friday while traders are anticipating an ether fall based on the options market.

Ni Daniel CawreyAgo 14, 2020

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Market Wrap: Stuck at $11.5K, Bitcoin Surpasses 25K Locked in DeFi

A dull bitcoin market contrasts with increasing use of the cryptocurrency in DeFi applications.

Ni Daniel CawreyAgo 13, 2020

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Link Price Surges 32% to Overtake Bitcoin Cash as 5th-Largest Crypto by Market Cap

The native token of decentralized oracle network Chainlink (LINK) has just claimed a top-five spot in terms of market value.

Ni Sebastian SinclairAgo 13, 2020

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Market Wrap: Bitcoin Rebounds to $11.5K; Ethereum’s Gas Woes Worsen

Bitcoin’s price is bouncing back as Ethereum fees cause problems.

Ni Daniel CawreyAgo 12, 2020

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