PWN is a universal, peer-to-peer lending and borrowing protocol that enables users to leverage any standard on-chain asset as collateral while maintaining full control over loan terms.
Stargate Finance focuses on cross-chain liquidity and real-time asset transfers across different blockchains. Its tokenomics involve governance participation and incentivizing positive behaviors like liquidity provision. Governed by its token holders through a voting escrow model, Stargate Finance emphasizes community-driven decision-making. Layer Zero Labs, the developer behind Stargate, has raised a significant $135 million in funding, reflecting strong investor confidence and market interest.
Hyperlane is an open interoperability framework, providing tools for developers to connect and build cross-chain applications that communicate securely across blockchains. It operates without a token or governance process. In 2022, Hyperlane raised $18.5 million in seed funding led by Variant, with support from investors like Galaxy Digital and Circle.
Kelp DAO focuses on Liquid Restaking Solutions for Ethereum and OP Mainnet, aiming to improve liquidity for assets on platforms like EigenLayer. Its primary product, rsETH, allows fractional ownership of staked assets, offering both instant liquidity and redemption options. Additionally, Kelp DAO has introduced $KEP (Kelp Earned Points), a token that equates to EigenLayer Points, giving users flexibility in how they manage and utilize these rewards.
