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The legal team at Polygon Labs is advocating for DeFi to be classified as critical infrastructure in the United States, warranting oversight by the Department of the Treasury's Office of Cybersecurity and Critical Infrastructure Protection (OCCIP). 
Exclusive Interview with Rune Christensen (MakerDAO)
Rune Christensen is probably one of the most universally respected figures in cryptography. Renowned for his profound, scientific, and meticulous contributions to DeFi innovations, Christensen's approach captivates enthusiasts worldwide. In an exclusive interview with the legend, we discussed MakerDAO, the Endgame update, AI, and the future prospects of his project. 
LayerZero is facing criticism for its recently introduced wstETH token from nine different DeFi protocols, including Connext, Across, Celer, ChainSafe, Sygma, LiFi, Socket, Router, and Hashi.
They have serious reservations about the asset, classifying it as a vendor-locked proprietary standard. 
Advantages and Drawbacks of DeFi Insurance
The digital market is evolving to embrace financial services inspired by traditional finance (TradFi). A key manifestation of this convergence is the emergence of DeFi insurance, driven by the substantial risks inherent in using DApps. The growing demand for financial safeguards against cyberattacks and scams has naturally led to the development of this sector. 
APR and APY: How to Calculate Interest Rates?
Before you venture into the DeFi world, it's smart to get a grip on the terms that underlie yield calculations. The key concepts you need to master are the Annual Percentage Rate (APR) and the Annual Percentage Yield (APY). What's the difference between the two? 
