Base Surpasses $5.7 Billion in DeFi TVL, Dominates BTC and ETH Trading
The Base blockchain has reached an all-time high of $5.7 billion in total value locked (TVL), surpassing previous records and solidifying its position as a leading player in decentralized finance (DeFi).
This milestone comes as the chain leads on-chain spot trading for both Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH), with stablecoin transfers also reaching new heights.
Base's rise to prominence is attributed to its growing ecosystem, which is expanding rapidly in 2026. The chain's focus on decentralization has enabled it to build infrastructure for global finance, positioning Coinbase Wallet as the premier self-custodial trading app.
The Base Builder #001, a Web3 NFT collaboration between Oak Currency and 0xCity3, has also contributed to the chain's growth.