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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.

BITCOIN

Coinbase Bitcoin Yield Fund and Base Share Claims

Coinbase's Bitcoin Yield Fund is confirmed, but evidence for a Base migration and tokenized share class remains limited. Here's what is verified.

Mar 20·3 min read·By Oliver Benjamin

BITCOIN

Morgan Stanley Files Second Amended S-1 for Spot Bitcoin ETF

Morgan Stanley has submitted a second amended S-1 for its spot bitcoin ETF, signaling another step in the SEC review process and renewed institutional focus on Bitcoin.

Mar 20·3 min read·By Oliver Benjamin

Crypto

Algorand Foundation Cuts 25% of Staff Amid Crypto Market Uncertainty

Algorand Foundation said it reduced its workforce by 25%, citing macro uncertainty and a broader crypto downturn. Here is what was confirmed and what remains unclear.

Mar 19·3 min read·By Oliver Benjamin

BITCOIN

Bitcoin ETF Flows Today: What the -$139.6M Outflow Means

Analyze the latest Bitcoin ETF flow data, why a one-day net outflow matters, and how rolling inflows still shape BTC market sentiment.

Mar 19·4 min read·By Oliver Benjamin

ETHEREUM

Amundi Launches $100M Tokenized Fund on Ethereum

Amundi is reportedly launching a $100 million tokenized fund on Ethereum. Here is what the move could mean for tokenized finance, institutional adoption, and XLM-linked market interest.

Mar 19·4 min read·By Oliver Benjamin

Crypto

Upbit Lists ETHFI/KRW Pair, Bringing Ether.fi to South Korea

Upbit, South Korea's largest crypto exchange, is listing an ETHFI/KRW trading pair. Here's what the Ether.fi listing means for local market access and ETHFI visibility.

Mar 19·3 min read·By Oliver Benjamin

Crypto

XRP Evernorth S-4 Filing Targets Nasdaq Listing Through Arm Merger

XRP Evernorth has filed an S-4 statement with the SEC to pursue a Nasdaq listing through a merger with Arm. Here is the key filing context and what markets will watch next.

Mar 19·4 min read·By Oliver Benjamin

ETHEREUM

Linked Wallets Spend $111.62M USDT to Buy 50,706 ETH

Two wallets, 0x554 and 0xF2f, are likely tied to one entity after spending $111.62M USDT to acquire 50,706 ETH. Here is what the move could signal for Ethereum.

Mar 19·4 min read·By Oliver Benjamin

BITCOIN

Bitcoin Whale Moves BTC to Binance After Years of Dormancy

An old Bitcoin whale tied to a 5,000 BTC stash is reportedly moving coins to Binance. Here is what is verified, what remains unconfirmed, and why traders are watching.

Mar 19·4 min read·By Oliver Benjamin

Crypto

BlackRock Withdraws $172.84M in BTC and ETH From Coinbase

BlackRock withdrew 2,267 BTC and 5,041 ETH from Coinbase, totaling about $172.84 million, across three consecutive days. Here is what the move signals.

Mar 19·3 min read·By Oliver Benjamin

BUSINESS

Trump Middle East Troop Report and Crypto Risk Mood

Reuters-sourced reports of possible added US troops in the Middle East are lifting geopolitical risk and putting crypto traders on alert.

Mar 19·4 min read·By Oliver Benjamin

BITCOIN

Wealthiest Families Are Quietly Parking Serious Money in Bitcoin

Ultra-wealthy families are increasingly viewing bitcoin as a strategic store of value, portfolio hedge, and long-term allocation. Here’s why that shift matters now.

Mar 18·5 min read·By Oliver Benjamin