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Curve Finance has launched its lending protocol Llamalend v2 on Optimism as the first phase of a major upgrade, with plans to deploy it on the Ethereum mainnet in the second half of 2026. The new version removes the restriction of only supporting crvUSD, allowing nearly any combination of collateral and lending assets, and introduces LlamaRisk to handle collateral assessment and market management. Users can stake Curve LP tokens as collateral, borrowing funds while retaining market-making exposure, thereby improving capital efficiency. (The Block)
According to MetaMask’s official blog, MetaMask has officially launched its first self-custodial wallet designed specifically for AI agents—MetaMask Agent Wallet—and will begin its Early Access Program on June 8, 2026. The wallet connects to AI agent frameworks via a command-line interface (CLI) and supports the full suite of DeFi functionalities—including token swaps, perpetual contracts, prediction markets, and liquidity provision—across all EVM-compatible chains (Ethereum, Arbitrum, Base, Avalanche, Optimism, Polygon, BSC, Linea, Sei) as well as Hyperliquid. On security, the wallet offers two operational modes: - Default “Guard Mode” allows users to set daily spending limits and protocol allowlists; transactions exceeding these rules require manual two-factor authentication (2FA) approval before execution. - “Beast Mode” grants advanced users greater autonomy, but malicious transaction detection and mandatory 2FA verification remain enforced. All transactions undergo transaction simulation, Blockaid threat scanning, and MEV protection. Secure transactions are backed by up to $10,000 per month in transaction protection. Users retain full control of their private keys and can export their seed phrase at any time. The full public release is expected this summer.
According to The Block, Base—the Ethereum Layer 2 network operated by Coinbase—has officially activated the Azul upgrade on its mainnet. This marks Base’s first independent network upgrade following its separation from the Optimism Superchain. The Azul upgrade introduces a multi-proof system that combines TEE (Trusted Execution Environment) proofs with zero-knowledge (ZK) proofs, reducing the shortest possible withdrawal finalization time to just one day. Both proof types can independently confirm proposals; in case of conflict, permissionless ZK proofs override TEE proofs—further enhancing the network’s censorship resistance. Additionally, Azul integrates Base into a single execution client, <code>base-reth-node</code>, and introduces a new consensus client, <code>base-consensus</code>, built on OP Kona. Following the upgrade, the number of empty blocks has plummeted from approximately 200 per day to roughly 2 per day, and the network has achieved a sustained peak throughput of 5,000 transactions per second.
According to an official announcement from Optimism, the OP mainnet today initiates its first-ever adjustment to transaction ordering rules. For several years prior, the sequencer employed only a “highest-priority gas fee first” mechanism; it now introduces a new staking-based priority ordering option. This four-week experiment (concluding on June 23) was approved earlier this month by the Optimism Governance body and is optional for users. To participate, users must stake at least 100,000 OP tokens in the PolicyEngineStaking contract. The experiment proceeds in two phases: - Phase 1 (Week 1): Transactions are ordered using a FIFO (first-in, first-out) rule; staking amounts exceeding the minimum threshold do not affect priority. - Phase 2 (Weeks 2–4): A priority gas multiplier mechanism is introduced, weighted by staking duration—longer staking periods yield higher priority. For users not participating in the experiment, transaction ordering remains unchanged, and the PGA mechanism continues operating as usual.
B.AI, a cutting-edge financial infrastructure platform for the AI era, has officially launched deposit functionality for $HTX and $WBTC. Following this upgrade, users can now perform seamless operations via TRON, Ethereum (supporting WBTC and HTX), and BNB Chain (supporting HTX). B.AI’s ecosystem now fully covers eight major public blockchains—TRON, BNB Chain, Ethereum, Base, Arbitrum, Optimism, Polygon, and Solana—and supports up to 15 core crypto assets. B.AI remains committed to breaking down cross-chain asset barriers, enabling users—regardless of their preferred network or asset—to enjoy lightning-fast, secure, and frictionless account and payment experiences.
DeFi lending protocol Alchemix has completed an update to its cross-chain infrastructure, with its old alUSD/alETH cross-chain bridges on Optimism and Arbitrum officially taken offline and replaced with a new cross-chain bridge compatible with v3 Alchemist. Alchemix disclosed that the DVN (Cross-Chain Transaction Verification) configuration has been updated synchronously, maintaining a 2/3 multi-signature confirmation mechanism for cross-chain transactions. Additionally, it has introduced Deutsche Telekom as a verification service provider to enhance the reliability of the cross-chain verification infrastructure.
B.AI has officially integrated into the Solana ecosystem, comprehensively upgrading its cross-chain login and payment capabilities. Users can now log in with one click via MetaMask and Phantom wallets and top up or subscribe using SOL, USDT, USDC, or WBTC on the Solana network. B.AI now supports eight major public blockchains—TRON, BNB Chain, Ethereum, Base, Arbitrum, Optimism, Polygon, and Solana—building a more open and decentralized multi-chain AI economy. New users enjoy an exclusive limited-time welcome offer: 500,000 points upon first login, a 1:1 bonus on top-ups, and up to an additional $100 worth of points per user. Going forward, B.AI will lower entry barriers and expand asset options to help you seamlessly enter the new era of intelligent economics.
: Kelp posted on X platform, stating that to ensure the security standards of rsETH and optimize network integration, it will discontinue rsETH cross-chain support for multiple networks after June 15. The affected networks include Optimism, Manta, Mode, Blast, Scroll, X Layer, zkSync, Zircuit, Swellchain, Hemi, Berachain, Sonic, HyperEVM, Unichain, TAC, Avalanche, Plasma Stable, MegaETH, Monad, and Movement.Kelp reminds users holding rsETH on the aforementioned chains to bridge it back to the Ethereum mainnet before June 15. After the deadline, asset recovery can still be requested, but a fee of 100 USDC will be charged per address. Specific procedures will be announced closer to the deadline.
ether.fi announced that its migration to the OP mainnet is complete. Currently, more than 70,000 active cards, over 300,000 accounts, and a total value locked (TVL) exceeding $220 million are live on Optimism.