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DeFi protocols shift to Chainlink oracles following major exploit

Following a $293 million exploit targeting Kelp DAO that revealed vulnerabilities in third-party bridge and oracle setups, several DeFi projects including Solv Protocol and Tydro—the largest lending protocol on Ink Chain—are migrating to Chainlink's oracle infrastructure.

Published 2026-05-08 01:09 UTCUpdated 2026-05-08 14:46 UTC
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Overview

Following a $293 million exploit targeting Kelp DAO that revealed vulnerabilities in third-party bridge and oracle setups, several DeFi projects including Solv Protocol and Tydro—the largest lending protocol on Ink Chain—are migrating to Chainlink's oracle infrastructure.

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Momentum 24h
2
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2
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Why now
  • The $293 million Kelp DAO exploit exposed immediate risks in oracle setups.
  • DeFi protocols are actively seeking more secure oracle providers to prevent similar breaches.
  • Chainlink's adoption by major protocols signals a shift toward more robust data feed infrastructure.
Why it matters
  • Oracle security is crucial for safeguarding DeFi protocols and user funds.
  • Migration to Chainlink reflects increased confidence in decentralized oracle networks.
  • Recent exploits highlight urgent vulnerabilities in legacy oracle and bridge systems.
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  • Continuity stage: emerging_confirmed.
  • Current status: open.
  • 2 current source-linked posts are attached to this storyline.
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Kelp DAO exploit prompts DeFi protocols to rethink oracle providers
Cointelegraph · cointelegraph.com · 2026-05-08 14:46 UTC
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