# DeFi

#SERSH
2026 Is Taking Shape, And Serenity Is Leading the Charge
International Business Times has officially listed Serenity among the 10 tech companies to watch in 2026, placing us alongside the most ambitious innovators shaping the future of digital infrastructure.
This recognition confirms what is becoming clear across #Web3 and enterprise security landscapes. The next wave of growth will be defined by fundamentals, not narratives.
What sets Serenity apart going into 2026:
• Security embedded directly into architecture, not patched on later
• Real digital ownership without custodians or int

🚀 Crypto Wallets Are Evolving!
Gate Research says crypto wallets are no longer just for storing coins. Now, they are All-in-One platforms where you can:
Trade and manage your assets
Discover new coins, NFTs, and Memecoins
Use AI for faster and smarter trading
💡 Exchanges (CEXs) are also changing. Some of their functions are moving to wallets, but CEXs are adding on-chain features to stay competitive.
✅ Key point: Wallets and exchanges will compete on trade quality, safety, and user experience, not just features.
If you use crypto, your wallet is now your gateway to full on-chain finance!
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Escrow Swaps 101 on STONfi
STONfi’s escrow swaps on Omniston combine public AMM pools with private resolver liquidity to provide better pricing and deeper execution. The process begins when Omniston requests quotes from both public pools and private liquidity sources. The best quote is selected, and an escrow contract locks the funds until trade conditions are met.
Execution is atomic, meaning the swap either completes fully or reverts entirely. This ensures security, removes counterparty risk, and prevents manipulation. No custodian is involved, and users retain control of their assets at all

#StablecoinsGoingMainstream 🚀 #StablecoinsGoingMainstream – The Financial Revolution is Here!
Stablecoins are no longer just trading tools—they are becoming the backbone of a new, global financial system. With regulatory frameworks like the GENIUS Act (US) and MiCA (EU) paving the way, stablecoins are bridging traditional finance and crypto like never before.
💎 Instant transactions, borderless payments, and decentralized finance adoption are accelerating. The era of speculation is giving way to real utility—and those who adapt early will lead the next wave of wealth creation.
📈 Gate Square

#DeFi TVL on #BNBChain grew 30.7% in Q3 to $7.8 Billion 👀
Expect more solid numbers from $BNB Chain into 2026 as their #RWA sector grows.

Creator ETFs on Solana: The Next Evolution of Crypto Influence?
The Solana community is exploring “Creator ETFs” — tokenized, on-chain portfolios curated by researchers or KOLs, earning fees based on AUM instead of hype.
Honestly? This model makes a lot of sense.
Compared to posting views, threads, or trade calls:
📉 Calls are forgettable, unverifiable, and cherry-picked
📈 Portfolios are trackable, transparent, and accountable
A Creator ETF forces skin in the game:
Performance is on-chain
Strategy is public
Incentives align long-term (AUM > engagement farming)
For creators, it unlocks:
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