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Ethena Labs and Securitize have announced their collaborative project, Converge, a purpose-built EVM blockchain tailored for both retail and institutional DeFi and tokenized asset applications.
Scheduled for an expected launch in Q2 2025, Converge aims to provide a compliant, efficient platform that bridges traditional finance and decentralized innovation.
- New Blockchain Launch: Converge, an EVM blockchain developed by Ethena Labs and Securitize, targets both retail and institutional users.
- Dual focus: The platform will support standard DeFi applications for retail investors while also offering institutional-grade products.
- Asset migration: Ethena intends to migrate its existing DeFi ecosystem, valued at just under $6 billion in assets, onto Converge.
On March 17, 2025, Ethena Labs published a report on Mirror outlining the vision for Converge. The new blockchain is designed to optimize decentralized finance operations by providing robust support for tokenized assets and a suite of apps created in partnership with institutional investors.
Converge aims to satisfy the diverse needs of retail users seeking accessible DeFi solutions and institutional players requiring enhanced compliance and capital efficiency.
Converge is expected to facilitate seamless integration between conventional financial systems and digital asset trading.
Сrypto-native assets in Converge. Source: Ethena Labs
By leveraging the Ethereum Virtual Machine’s capabilities, the platform will allow users to access familiar DeFi applications while benefiting from enhanced scalability and lower transaction fees. This move reflects a broader industry trend towards increased institutional adoption of blockchain technology, as regulatory clarity and innovative funding methods become more prevalent.
As the crypto landscape evolves, the launch of Converge could serve as a significant milestone for bridging retail and institutional markets. Observers will be watching how successfully Ethena Labs migrates its $6 billion DeFi ecosystem onto the new blockchain and whether Converge can set a new standard for efficient, compliant DeFi operations.
Future developments in this space may redefine digital asset management and further integrate blockchain technology into mainstream finance.
We also informed Ethena Labs partners with Coinbase Prime for multi-product agreement.