Bitcoin Joins Aave for Direct Lending, Boosts DeFi Liquidity

Babylon and Aave Partner for Bitcoin Staking, Expanding DeFi OpportunitiesIn a significant development for the cryptocurrency world, Babylon, a Bitcoin staking project, has joined forces with Aave, a large decentralized lending platform. This partnership enables direct use of Bitcoin as collateral for loans, potentially unlocking a larger portion of Bitcoins value for lending markets. Babylon is also exploring Bitcoin-backed insurance for decentralized finance, set to launch in January 2026. Testing for the Aave integration is scheduled for early 2026, with a full product launch planned for April. This collaboration could reshape Bitcoins role in decentralized finance, offering new opportunities for lenders and borrowers.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.