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Our analysis of the situation
Decentralized finance (DeFi) never fails to bring the drama, and the latest episode comes from Sky, a prominent DeFi protocol, as they take steps to distance themselves from wrapped Bitcoin (WBTC) amid a controversy involving none other than Justin Sun.
In a surprising turn of events, Sky has announced a gradual end to their exposure to WBTC following an announcement by the WBTC team that Sun and his affiliated firm, BiT Global, would be getting actively involved with the project. With $200 million of loans currently collateralized by WBTC, this move by Sky is no small feat in the digital asset space.
The decision has stirred the digital asset community, with BA Labs cautioning against the potential risks associated with Sun’s involvement and proposing a gradual eradication of all exposure to WBTC in five steps, each requiring a vote. Sky has heeded this warning and has reached out to the community, urging them to close their WBTC positions as the protocol will no longer engage with wrapped Bitcoin.
The drama doesn’t stop there—BitGo, the firm behind WBTC, announced that Sun and BiT Global would become the majority stakeholders, raising concerns and prompting competitors like Coinbase to step up with their own wrapped Bitcoin product.
As this high-stakes crypto power play unfolds, the ripples are felt across the industry. Sky’s decision to reduce exposure to WBTC marks a pivotal moment in the DeFi space, and the repercussions are sure to be felt far and wide.
Stay tuned as this thrilling saga continues to unfold!
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