Token Vitals Blog
RWA Treasuries vs. DeFi Yields: Analyzing ONDO and Origin Dollar (OUSD)
This technical deep dive compares the custodial mechanics of Ondo Finance's tokenized treasuries against the algorithmic yield farming of Origin Dollar, offering a framework for crypto investors to balance risk-free rates with on-chain composability.
Moonwell on Base: Inside the MWETH Vault Powering Coinbase’s DeFi Surge
As Base Layer 2 shatters TVL records, Moonwell's integration of Morpho Vaults via MWETH is redefining DeFi yield. This analysis explores the risk-adjusted mechanics and institutional positioning driving the ecosystem's growth.
Solana’s DePIN Renaissance: Inside the GPU & Mobile Network Boom
An in-depth analysis of how Solana has become the backbone for Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks, focusing on the explosion of GPU compute and wireless protocols like Render, io.net, and Helium.
Taiko Mainnet Live: Understanding 'Based' Rollups vs. Standard L2s
Taiko's mainnet launch introduces 'based rollups,' a decentralized scaling model that leverages Ethereum validators for sequencing. This article analyzes how Taiko differs from standard ZK-rollups, its impact on validators and TKO tokenomics.
AI Agents On-Chain: Inside the Rise of Virtuals Protocol & $SYMP
The Agentic Economy is here. We explore Virtuals Protocol on Base and the $SYMP token to understand how on-chain AI agents are evolving from memes to productive economic actors.
Galxe’s Gravity (G): Will Chain Abstraction Finally Fix Web3 UX?
An in-depth analysis of Gravity, Galxe's new omnichain Layer-1, exploring its potential to solve liquidity fragmentation through chain abstraction and evaluating the investment thesis for the G token.
DePIN’s GPU Wars: Can Decentralized Compute Solve the Global AI Chip Shortage?
As the AI boom depletes global GPU supplies, DePIN protocols like Render and Akash Network are aggregating idle hardware to challenge Big Tech. We analyze the investment case for decentralized compute and the technical realities of Web3 AI infrastructure.
The Tap-to-Earn Revolution: How Notcoin & TON Are Onboarding the Masses
This deep dive investigates the viral rise of Notcoin and the Tap-to-Earn phenomenon on Telegram, analyzing its impact on TON blockchain metrics and the shift toward frictionless Web3 adoption.
DePIN’s AI Moment: Can Decentralized Compute Solve the GPU Crisis?
As Generative AI triggers a global GPU shortage, Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks (DePIN) like Render and Akash are stepping in to aggregate idle compute power. This analysis explores the economics, technical challenges, and investment thesis behind the convergence of Web3 infrastructure and AI.
ETH ETFs vs. Liquid Restaking: The Divergence of Dry and Productive Yield
While Spot Ethereum ETFs offer institutional access, they exclude staking rewards, creating a yield gap that highlights Liquid Restaking Tokens (LRTs) as superior vehicles for capital efficiency.
Liquid Restaking Wars: Inside the Race for Ethereum’s Shared Security
As the battle for Ethereum's liquidity intensifies, Liquid Restaking Protocols are unlocking new yield opportunities through EigenLayer's shared security model. This guide compares top contenders like Ether.fi and Renzo while analyzing the systemic risks of AVS mechanics.
DePIN vs. Silicon Shortage: The Crypto Solution to the AI Compute Crisis
As the AI boom outpaces Nvidia's hardware supply, DePIN protocols like Render and Akash are tokenizing idle GPU resources to create a decentralized global supercomputer. This analysis explores the economic models, technical risks, and investment potential of the decentralized cloud sector.