How Do Vaults Go From $10b To $100b? - TOKEN2049 Singapore 2025
Explore the evolution of crypto vaults in this comprehensive discussion recorded at TOKEN2049 Singapore 2025. Industry experts delve into how vaults have transitioned from simple yield farming mechanisms to sophisticated financial instruments capable of extraordinary scaling—from $10 billion to $100 billion in Total Value Locked (TVL).
The panel reflects on the original DeFi summer vaults and their shortcomings, such as lack of liquidity management and risk assessment. Transitioning to today's complex ecosystem, vaults now include primitive vaults that serve as the actual source of yield, a departure from merely aggregative structures of the past. Through advances in risk management and liquidity strategies, vaults have become essential components for retail investors and institutional traders alike, acting as gateways to high-return strategies traditionally exclusive to sophisticated players.
Key insights include discussions on the integration of vault strategies into crypto trading platforms, the emerging potential of DeFi agents, and the opportunities presented by vault-based systems over traditional banking models. Considering crypto’s volatile nature, the talk highlights critical evaluation factors for participating in vaults—focusing on risk, duration management, and historical performance.
Engage with this insightful conversation to understand the future landscape of decentralized finance, enriched by the strategic foresight of leading crypto innovators. Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more cutting-edge discussions and updates from TOKEN2049.
