TLDR
- Aave and Blockdaemon have entered a strategic partnership to expand institutional access to decentralized finance.
- Aave has been chosen as the exclusive primary lending provider for Blockdaemon’s Earn Stack platform.
- Institutional clients can now access Aave Vaults to earn staking rewards while maintaining complete control of their assets.
- The integration enables institutions to access over $70 billion in on-chain liquidity.
- Blockdaemon customers can utilize idle balances across DeFi markets, supported by Bitcoin, Ethereum, and stablecoins.
Aave and Blockdaemon have launched a strategic partnership to expand institutional access to decentralized finance (DeFi) lending and staking. The collaboration enables institutional clients to integrate Aave’s DeFi protocols with Blockdaemon’s infrastructure via its Earn Stack platform. The integration unlocks secure yield opportunities, staking rewards, and access to over $70 billion in on-chain liquidity.
Aave Becomes Primary Lending Provider for Blockdaemon’s Earn Stack
Aave will serve as the exclusive lending protocol for Blockdaemon’s Earn Stack, a non-custodial staking and yield platform. This platform supports over 50 blockchain protocols and enables secure staking with institutional-grade controls. Through this integration, clients can access DeFi lending without compromising custody or compliance.
Blockdaemon selected Aave due to its long-standing operational resilience and robust risk frameworks, which meet institutional standards. Aave’s reputation in DeFi provides reliable lending access for customers requiring consistent and secure infrastructure. As a result, institutions can utilize idle balances and staking rewards across top digital assets, such as Bitcoin and Ethereum.
“This partnership opens new avenues for growth across crypto assets and stablecoins,” said Konstantin Richter, Blockdaemon’s CEO. Institutions can tap into DeFi lending directly through familiar infrastructure, allowing them to leverage their existing resources. The collaboration underscores Aave’s growing role as a cornerstone in institutional DeFi markets.
Integration Unlocks Access to Aave Vaults and Tokenized Assets
The integration leverages Aave Vaults to provide institutional staking and lending services while maintaining asset control. Vaults enable users to earn rewards by interacting directly with DeFi lending strategies within the Aave protocol. Institutions gain streamlined access without compromising security or liquidity.
Aave’s on-chain lending markets provide deep liquidity and attractive yields through direct interaction with stablecoins and digital assets. The inclusion of Aave Vaults ensures strategic yield generation for institutional balances that are idle. As a result, clients can maximize returns while meeting regulatory expectations.
Supported assets include leading stablecoins, such as USDC, RLUSD, and GHO, as well as tokenized assets like USTB and JTRSY. These assets are now accessible through Blockdaemon’s Earn Stack and the Horizon market. This unlocks capital efficiency while allowing borrowing against real-world asset collateral.
Horizon Market Integration Expands Real-World Asset Access
Blockdaemon’s integration with Horizon, a market focused on tokenized real-world assets (RWAs), strengthens Aave’s institutional reach. Launched in August 2025, Horizon has surpassed $200 million in total value locked. The platform facilitates borrowing against RWAs using stablecoins like GHO and RLUSD.
Users deposit stablecoins and tokenized assets into Aave-supported RWA pools. These assets serve as collateral for borrowing activity within Aave’s lending protocol. This structure maintains decentralization while enabling real-world financial exposure.
Aave’s involvement ensures that borrowers have access to trusted DeFi liquidity, while lenders earn secure on-chain yields. The Horizon market’s rapid growth aligns with rising demand for RWA exposure. Institutions now have streamlined access to tokenized financial products through trusted platforms.
