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Vincent Maliepaard

Sentora • VP Marketing
Vincent Maliepaard is the VP of Marketing at Sentora, a leading research & institutional DeFi services provider. He leverages his extensive background in the cryptocurrency and technology industries to generate valuable insights, focusing on the application of blockchain technology, AI, and data analytics.
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  • Total Articles 16
  • Since May 2024
  • Last Active Aug 23, 2026
  • Primary Beat Analysis
Featured Article A bridge links traditional Treasury infrastructure to an onchain network, symbolizing tokenized assets gaining collateral, liquidity, and utility.
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Tokenization

The next phase of tokenization is utility

5 min read Aug 23, 2026
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Mobile neobank app connected to a transparent DeFi vault system displaying stablecoin lending pools and automated crypto yield infrastructure
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DeFi

The future of vaults: neobanks and invisible DeFi

Kraken’s early traction suggests the next wave of DeFi adoption will come through neobanks and fintech apps that hide vault complexity behind familiar savings products.

6 min read Jun 13, 2026
DeFi needs a metric for protected capital
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Guest Post

DeFi needs a metric for protected capital

To attract financial institutions, DeFi needs metrics that demonstrate robust capital defense, not just deposits.

4 min read Mar 21, 2026
Tokenized equities approach $1B as institutional rails emerge
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Tokenization

Tokenized equities approach $1B as institutional rails emerge

Three platforms dominate 93% of the tokenized equities market, reflecting investor demand for blockchain-settled stock exposure and 24/7 access.

4 min read Feb 7, 2026
A large XRP coin emerges from digital waves surrounded by DeFi blocks, symbolizing XRP’s entry into decentralized finance - Cover art/illustration via CryptoSlate. Image includes combined content which may include AI-generated content
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DeFi

What’s behind XRP’s move to DeFi?

Ripple aims to transform XRP into a comprehensive finance ecosystem with strategic institutional involvement and DeFi advancements.

4 min read Aug 31, 2025
Understanding Bitcoin yield: staking, liquid staking tokens and vaulted strategies
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Analysis

Understanding Bitcoin yield: staking, liquid staking tokens and vaulted strategies

Babylon reports over $4 billion in BTC staked as Bitcoin yield options gain traction.

5 min read May 26, 2025
A risk-first approach to DeFi
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DeFi

A risk-first approach to DeFi

Navigating the layered risks of DeFi requires vigilant liquidity and peg monitoring to mitigate the threats of institutional-scale withdrawals and token depegs, especially as illustrated by historical events in protocols like Aave and Curve.

9 min read Apr 12, 2025
A data-driven look at the state of DeFi
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Analysis

A data-driven look at the state of DeFi

The maturation of DeFi attracts institutional interest, with pioneers like Aave and Lido leading while new trends like DEX perps and real-world asset tokenization push the boundaries.

5 min read Mar 15, 2025
The power of agentic AI in crypto: A deep dive into the Virtuals ecosystem
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Analysis

The power of agentic AI in crypto: A deep dive into the Virtuals ecosystem

Agentic AI agents drive $16 billion market in six months, transforming crypto interactions.

4 min read Jan 26, 2025
The key challenges for institutional DeFi adoption
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DeFi

The key challenges for institutional DeFi adoption

Unclear regulations, liquidity issues, and risk management hurdles impede institutional DeFi adoption despite potential innovations.

5 min read Dec 14, 2024
The 8 next big trends to watch in DeFi
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DeFi

The 8 next big trends to watch in DeFi

DeFi trends like yield AMMs, yield aggregators, and tokenization of real-world assets reshape traditional finance through innovative protocols.

5 min read Nov 9, 2024
Beyond Hacks: Understanding and managing economic risks in DeFi
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Analysis

Beyond Hacks: Understanding and managing economic risks in DeFi

Nearly $60 billion in DeFi losses underscores the need for user-centric risk management strategies.

6 min read Oct 19, 2024
What you need to know about Bitcoin staking
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Staking

What you need to know about Bitcoin staking

Platforms like Lombard and Babylon are spearheading the innovative landscape of Bitcoin staking through Liquid Staking Tokens, transforming how BTC holders can earn rewards.

4 min read Sep 22, 2024
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