Layer 2 / Scaling

Research Brief · 17 May 2026 Through research on the following hot topics: Telegram channels are buzzing with new GameFi and farming pools like Hamster Eldorado and INSIDERAA, plus cross-chain expansions for Blum Perps and PocketFi. Major concerns include Aave’s potential $230M loss from a Kelp DAO bridge exploit and Bitmine’s $6B unrealized ETH losses. Grayscale’s institutional moves and Coinbase CEO’s optimism on crypto legislation also stand out. My take: The mix of hype around airdrops and serious DeFi risks shows a market chasing quick gains while ignoring vulnerabilities. This feels unsustainable. Prediction: Expect more regulatory clarity soon, but exploit frequency will rise, forcing stricter security standards. Public sentiment is split—excited for new earning opportunities but anxious about hacks and market stability.