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

First Mover: Chainlink 'Marines' Are HODLing and Here's Why You Should Care

Chainlink, the blockchain oracle provider, apparently has not only a devoted group of backers known as "LINK Marines" but a surprisingly committed crew of long-term investors. Here's why.

By Zack Voell, Omkar GodboleMay 28, 2020

US marine (Credit: Shutterstock/Getmilitaryphotos)

Hybrid Blockchain Maker Kadena Adds Chainlink Price Feeds

The former JPMorgan blockchain leads at Kadena have inked a deal to use Chainlink’s oracles for pricing crypto assets on Kadena's high-throughput network.

By William FoxleyMay 19, 2020

Kadena founder Stuart Popejoy

Trust No Dapp: Chainlink Launches Oracle for Provable Randomness

Chainlink may be solving part of the problem that first drove Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin’s interest in decentralized applications.

By William FoxleyMay 12, 2020

Providing a provably random string of numbers is not as easy as you may think. (Credit: Shutterstock)

Chainlink CEO Talks About His Product Roadmap

Chainlink's Sergey Nazarov talks with CoinDesk reporter, Christine Kim about his platform and the changes planned for the new year.

May 11, 2020

Recent Videos

Tezos Becomes Latest Blockchain to Tap Chainlink for Oracle Services

Chainlink has integrated with yet another blockchain, this time Ethereum rival Tezos.

By William FoxleyApr 30, 2020

Chainlink co-founder Sergey Nazarov

Chainlink's Link Token Outperforms Bitcoin as Business Wins Fuel Hype Cycle

Chainlink’s link token is outperforming bitcoin by leaps and bounds, as the oracle network’s various use cases have garnered attention and hype.

By Omkar GodboleApr 15, 2020

HOW IT’S MADE: "Link has a strong fan base that constantly promotes or ‘shills’ the project to potential buyers. This often creates a positive reinforcement cycle, further driving up the price," says an analyst. (Credit: Shutterstock)

Crypto Lender Celsius Taps Chainlink's Price Oracles for Interest Rate 'Decentralization'

Celsius Network has teamed up with oracle provider Chainlink to make the price feeds it uses to calculate asset interest rates less centralized.

By William FoxleyMar 30, 2020

Celsius CEO Alex Mashinksy. (Credit: CoinDesk archives)

Polkadot to Use Chainlink Oracles for Interoperability Network

Polkadot will be the first non-ethereum blockchain to integrate Chainlink.

By William FoxleyFeb 25, 2020

Chainlink co-founder Sergey Nazarov

Chainlink's Sergey Nazarov on What DeFi Can Learn From Early Exchange Hacks

A breakdown of the role of price oracles in the recent DeFi attacks, plus what DeFi can learn from early exchange hacks.

By Nathaniel WhittemoreFeb 19, 2020

Breakdown2.19

The Founders of Synthetix and Chainlink on DeFi, Derivatives and 25 New Decentralized Price Feeds

Yesterday Chainlink released price reference data for 25 of its decentralized oracle networks which, together, power more than $100m in DeFi.

By Nathaniel WhittemoreJan 31, 2020

Breakdown1-31v2

of 32

Latest Crypto News

Today

12:56 PM

Positive

BTC0.00%

Colombia wants to mine bitcoin with surplus renewable energy

President Gustavo Petro said Colombia's Caribbean coast could host bitcoin mining facilities powered by surplus renewable energy, following a path similar to Paraguay.

12:53 PM

Positive

BTC0.00%

Zcash bets turn into second-largest liquidations behind bitcoin as ZEC rockets 30%

The privacy coin extended its multi-month rally on Tuesday with $46.7 million in shorts liquidated, after Multicoin Capital disclosed a significant ZEC position.

12:39 PM

Positive

Morgan Stanley brings crypto trading with lower fees than rivals

The bank is rolling out crypto trading on E*Trade with lower fees than Coinbase, Robinhood and Schwab, according to Bloomberg.

12:18 PM

Positive

Bullish’s Equiniti deal could remake it into a tokenization powerhouse, Clear Street says

Compass Point took a more cautious stance, reiterating a Neutral rating and $36 target, saying much of the expected growth is already priced in, though it acknowledged potential upside.

Explore Latest News

Newsletters

Newsletter thumbnail

CoinDesk Headlines

The biggest crypto news and ideas of the day.

By signing up, you will receive emails about CoinDesk products and you agree to our terms & conditions and privacy policy.