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Oliver Benjamin

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Oliver Benjamin is a DeFi research writer at DefiLiban, specializing in decentralized finance systems, token economics, liquidity design, and blockchain market structure. His work focuses on analyzing how DeFi protocols function beneath surface-level narratives, with particular attention to incentives, on-chain behavior, yield systems, and emerging crypto infrastructure. He is known for producing research-driven content that explains complex decentralized systems in a structured and accessible way. Before joining DefiLiban, Oliver worked across quantitative finance, blockchain research, and digital asset analysis roles involving DeFi strategy evaluation, smart contract ecosystems, and market data interpretation. He holds an M.Sc. in Quantitative Finance from Frankfurt School of Finance & Management and has completed additional certifications in blockchain architecture, machine learning, and DeFi research. Oliver’s writing combines analytical depth with practical market insight, focusing on system design, protocol mechanics, and long-term developments within decentralized finance.

Polymarket Launches Private Company Prediction Markets
Crypto

Polymarket Launches Private Company Prediction Markets

Polymarket launched prediction markets tied to private companies using Nasdaq Private Market data, creating a new way to track sentiment around private-market valuations.

May 19·2 min read·By Oliver Benjamin
NADO Review 2026: Is Kraken’s Perp DEX Ready for the Hyperliquid Race?
Crypto

NADO Review 2026: Is Kraken’s Perp DEX Ready for the Hyperliquid Race?

NADO review 2026 covering perp trading, yield, fees, revenue data, liquidity risks, and whether Kraken’s Ink-based perp DEX is ready to challenge Hyperliquid.

May 19·10 min read·By Oliver Benjamin
Messari: Solana Generated $342.2M in Chain GDP in Q1 2026
Crypto

Messari: Solana Generated $342.2M in Chain GDP in Q1 2026

Messari says Solana generated $342.2 million in chain GDP in Q1 2026. Here is what the metric means, what likely drove it, and why it matters.

May 18·2 min read·By Oliver Benjamin
Bitcoin Depot Bankruptcy: Bitcoin ATM Operator Files Chapter 11
BUSINESS

Bitcoin Depot Bankruptcy: Bitcoin ATM Operator Files Chapter 11

Bitcoin Depot says it is pursuing financial restructuring and an expected Chapter 11 filing. Here is what the local research supports so far.

May 18·2 min read·By Oliver Benjamin
Trader Sells 21,911 SOL for $1.85M After Two Years, Locks in $1.05M Loss
Crypto

Trader Sells 21,911 SOL for $1.85M After Two Years, Locks in $1.05M Loss

A Solana trader sold 21,911 SOL for $1.85 million after holding for more than two years, closing the position with a realized loss of about $1.05 million.

May 18·2 min read·By Oliver Benjamin
PeckShield Flags $11.58M Verus-Ethereum Hack
Crypto

PeckShield Flags $11.58M Verus-Ethereum Hack

PeckShield has flagged a $11.58 million hack affecting Verus-Ethereum. Here is the key context, market relevance, and what to watch next.

May 18·2 min read·By Oliver Benjamin
Bitcoin Drops Below $77,000 as Selling Pressure Builds
BITCOIN

Bitcoin Drops Below $77,000 as Selling Pressure Builds

Bitcoin falls below $77,000, putting traders on alert for fresh volatility, key support levels, and the broader crypto market reaction.

May 18·2 min read·By Oliver Benjamin
Bitcoin Long-Term Holder Supply Hits Highest Level Since August 2025
BITCOIN

Bitcoin Long-Term Holder Supply Hits Highest Level Since August 2025

Bitcoin long-term holder supply has climbed to its highest level since August 2025, according to CryptoQuant analyst Darkfost. Explore what the on-chain shift could mean for BTC sentiment and supply dynamics.

May 17·3 min read·By Oliver Benjamin
DOJ Charges Dream Market Admin in Crypto-to-Gold Case
Crypto

DOJ Charges Dream Market Admin in Crypto-to-Gold Case

The DOJ has charged an alleged Dream Market admin in a case centered on laundering crypto into gold bars, raising enforcement and compliance questions.

May 17·3 min read·By Oliver Benjamin
Bitmine Holds Over 5x More ETH Than the Next Company
ETHEREUM

Bitmine Holds Over 5x More ETH Than the Next Company

Analyze Bitmine's reported ETH lead, what the 5x gap means versus other corporate holders, and why Ethereum treasury accumulation is drawing attention.

May 17·3 min read·By Oliver Benjamin
ETH Whale 25x Long After $32M Loss
ETHEREUM

ETH Whale 25x Long After $32M Loss

An ETH whale reportedly opened a $2.7M 25x long after a $32M loss. Here's the trade setup, liquidation risk, and what it signals for Ethereum markets.

May 16·2 min read·By Oliver Benjamin
Two Wallets Possibly Linked to Gammafund Move 10,976 ETH to Binance in One Hour
BINANCE

Two Wallets Possibly Linked to Gammafund Move 10,976 ETH to Binance in One Hour

Two wallets possibly tied to Gammafund sent 10,976 ETH to Binance within an hour, raising fresh questions about whale intent, liquidity, and ETH sell pressure.

May 16·2 min read·By Oliver Benjamin