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's LINK Plunges 9% as Intense Selling Overpowers Caliber's $2M Accumulation

Nasdaq-listed Caliber purchased $2 million LINK while the Chainlink Reserve added nearly 60,000 tokens, but bears remain in control.

By CD Analytics, Krisztian SandorOct 17, 2025

Chainlink LINK Token Drops 9% Amid Intense Institutional Selling and High-Volume Volatility

Finance

S&P Global Brings Stablecoin Risk Scores Onchain Through Chainlink

The assessments score stablecoins from 1 to 5 based on factors such as asset quality, liquidity and regulatory status.

By Francisco Rodrigues, AI BoostOct 14, 2025

Seed Funding Investment coins in a jar (Towfiqu barbhuiya/Unsplash/Modified by CoinDesk)

Markets

Chainlink's LINK Tumbles 4% as Selling Pressure Mounts

Chainlink's native token faced heightened volatility as trading volumes surged during a critical technical breakdown.

By CD Analytics, Krisztian SandorOct 9, 2025

"Chainlink (LINK) Drops 2% Amidst Surge in Institutional Selling and Increased Volatility"

Markets

LINK Shifts Momentum as Stablecoin Chain Plasma Integrates Chainlink Services

Chainlink will provide oracle, cross-chain and data services to the Plasma network to support stablecoin use cases.

By Krisztian Sandor, CD AnalyticsOct 3, 2025

Finance

Chainlink, UBS Advance $100T Fund Industry Tokenization via Swift Workflow

The solution uses CRE to process subscriptions and redemptions for tokenized funds, enabling institutions to access blockchain infrastructure using existing tools.

By Francisco RodriguesSep 30, 2025

Stock market price charts (Anne Nygård/Unsplash)

Finance

Chainlink Teams With Major Financial Institutions to Fix $58B Corporate Actions Problem

A pilot project used Chainlink's infrastructure to extract and validate data, producing unified records in near real-time and reducing manual work and error.

By Francisco Rodrigues, AI BoostSep 29, 2025

Markets

Chainlink Poised to Power TradFi Shift to Blockchain, Jefferies Says

The network secures $103 billion across more than 2,500 projects with partners such as Swift, DTCC and JPMorgan.

By Will Canny, AI BoostSep 29, 2025

Chainlink CEO and co-founder Sergey Nazarov

Markets

Chainlink's LINK Slips to 6-Week Low, but Potential Trend Shift Has Emerged

LINK is down nearly 28% since the August highs amid broader crypto weakness, but the $20 support line hints at a potential recovery.

By CD Analytics, Krisztian SandorSep 26, 2025

LINK Price Dips 5% on High Volume Before Strong Bullish Recovery Above $20 Support

Markets

Chainlink's LINK Surges 6% on Treasury Purchase, ETF Anticipation

Caliber bought $6.5 million in tokens as part of its digital asset treasury strategy, while the Chainlink Reserve's token buybacks near $8 million since last month.

By Krisztian Sandor, CD AnalyticsSep 18, 2025