DeFi Token Reforms Key to Overcoming Bear Markets, Bitwise Explains Using Aave as a Case Study

2026/02/18 14:51 (Updated 2026/02/18 17:01)
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DeFi Token Reforms Key to Overcoming Bear Markets, Bitwise Explains Using Aave as a Case Study

Signs of Change in the Nature of DeFi Tokens

On the 17th, Matt Hogan, Chief Investment Officer at cryptocurrency management firm Bitwise, released a report suggesting that DeFi (Decentralized Finance) could play a crucial role in overcoming the bear market by 2026, particularly citing the case of Aave. Hogan first expressed the opinion that the next cryptocurrency bull market would focus on fundamentals, meaning investment decisions would be based on actual user numbers, revenue, and the value of projects. He continued by stating that DeFi meets these criteria. For example, Uniswap, a major decentralized exchange, has...

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