Vincent Maliepaard Vincent Maliepaard has published within the past 30 days.

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Vincent Maliepaard is the VP of Marketing at Sentora, a leading research & institutional DeFi services provider. He leverages his extensive background in th…

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Since May 2024

Last Active Feb 7, 2026

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DeFi

What’s behind XRP’s move to DeFi?

Ripple aims to transform XRP into a comprehensive finance ecosystem with strategic institutional involvement and DeFi advancements.

5 months ago

Analysis

Understanding Bitcoin yield: staking, liquid staking tokens and vaulted strategies

Babylon reports over $4 billion in BTC staked as Bitcoin yield options gain traction.

9 months ago

DeFi

A risk-first approach to DeFi

Navigating the layered risks of DeFi requires vigilant liquidity and peg monitoring to mitigate the threats of institutional-scale withdrawals and token depegs, especially as illustrated by historical events in protocols like Aave and Curve.

10 months ago

Analysis

A data-driven look at the state of DeFi

The maturation of DeFi attracts institutional interest, with pioneers like Aave and Lido leading while new trends like DEX perps and real-world asset tokenization push the boundaries.

11 months ago

Analysis

The power of agentic AI in crypto: A deep dive into the Virtuals ecosystem

Agentic AI agents drive $16 billion market in six months, transforming crypto interactions.

1 year ago

DeFi

The key challenges for institutional DeFi adoption

Unclear regulations, liquidity issues, and risk management hurdles impede institutional DeFi adoption despite potential innovations.

1 year ago

DeFi

The 8 next big trends to watch in DeFi

DeFi trends like yield AMMs, yield aggregators, and tokenization of real-world assets reshape traditional finance through innovative protocols.

1 year ago

Analysis

Beyond Hacks: Understanding and managing economic risks in DeFi

Nearly $60 billion in DeFi losses underscores the need for user-centric risk management strategies.

1 year ago

Staking

What you need to know about Bitcoin staking

Platforms like Lombard and Babylon are spearheading the innovative landscape of Bitcoin staking through Liquid Staking Tokens, transforming how BTC holders can earn rewards.

1 year ago

DeFi

Yield strategies in DeFi: From staking to recursive lending

The DeFi space is well-known for its yield opportunities, offering innovative mechanisms that are entirely new to the financial world. From staking to recursive lending, each strategy comes with its own set of rewards and risks. This article provides an in-depth look at these yield-generation strategies

2 years ago

Analysis

Exploring BlackRock’s BUIDL fund: Bridging traditional finance and DeFi

BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, launched its Ethereum-based tokenized fund in March of this year, marking a historic moment for the industry. This move highlights the growing acceptance and integration of blockchain technology within traditional finance by bringing real-world assets on-chain, enabling enhanced transparency and instant settlement.

2 years ago

Analysis

Analyzing the US Government’s Bitcoin holdings: What you need to know

The U.S. government holds over 1% of the Bitcoin supply, making it one of the largest Bitcoin holders globally. This fact might surprise some, but it reflects significant enforcement actions and legal interventions over the years.

2 years ago

Vincent Maliepaard Vincent Maliepaard has published within the past 30 days.

Author Stats

What’s behind XRP’s move to DeFi?

Understanding Bitcoin yield: staking, liquid staking tokens and vaulted strategies

A risk-first approach to DeFi

A data-driven look at the state of DeFi

The power of agentic AI in crypto: A deep dive into the Virtuals ecosystem

The key challenges for institutional DeFi adoption

The 8 next big trends to watch in DeFi

Beyond Hacks: Understanding and managing economic risks in DeFi

What you need to know about Bitcoin staking

Yield strategies in DeFi: From staking to recursive lending

Exploring BlackRock’s BUIDL fund: Bridging traditional finance and DeFi

Analyzing the US Government’s Bitcoin holdings: What you need to know

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