What Will DeFi’s Next Phase Look Like? 5 Key Takeaways from 1inch’s Unite DeFi Singapore

The 1inch Unite DeFi Singapore event outlined five key takeaways shaping the next phase of Decentralized Finance (DeFi). First, Real-World Assets (RWAs), valued around $32 billion, are serving as the crucial bridge connecting traditional finance (TradFi) to DeFi, offering stable, yield-bearing anchors similar to sovereign bonds.

Second, security remains paramount, as 67% of hacks originate from hot wallets; panelists stressed the need for hardware wallets with "trusted screens" to balance user protection and autonomy. Third, interoperability is the next major focus, aiming to dissolve DeFi silos through intent-based swaps and cross-chain aggregation to create a seamless user experience.

Fourth, the industry is entering a phase of quiet maturity, characterized by higher volumes and TVL than previous bull runs, driven by discipline, better audits, and a focus on sustainable tools over reckless speculation. Finally, Aya Miyaguchi of the Ethereum Foundation emphasized that legitimacy and inclusion—the human core of Ethereum—are vital, requiring builders to prioritize education and maintain the network's core values as it scales toward mass adoption.

(Source：BeInCrypto)