Solana News Update: DeFi Faces Security Challenges Amid $2B Surge in Institutional Investment in Altcoins
- DeFi sector faces renewed scrutiny after Aerodrome Finance's "front-end attack," urging users to revoke token approvals amid its merger with Velodrome. - Solana (SOL) price drops 5% trigger retail migration to GeeFi, which reported rapid sellout of its token presale amid bearish technical indicators. - Institutional altcoin interest grows, with $2B in planned SOL treasury holdings by DeFi protocols, contrasting retail exodus and cautious derivatives markets. - Legal pressures mount across industries, inc
In November 2025, the decentralized finance (DeFi) industry came under fresh examination when Aerodrome Finance revealed it had suffered a "front-end attack," leading the platform to advise users to steer clear of its primary website and revoke any recent token permissions
At the same time, traders turned their focus to
The broader technology landscape delivered mixed outcomes. Oil India managed to control a blowout at its Kharsang Oil Field Well 76 after a high-risk intervention involving international experts
Regulatory and legal oversight intensified across various sectors. Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. began probes into Paysafe and StubHub after disappointing earnings and sharp declines in share prices
Amid these shifts, the interplay of DeFi security, institutional involvement, and regulatory developments continued to shape the sector’s path toward greater maturity.
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