The DeFi lending sector is experiencing significant growth as rising crypto prices drive demand for leverage among investors. Leading protocols like Aave and Morpho have seen substantial increases in total value locked. The surge in borrowing demand is driven by a desire to increase price exposure. Deposits into DeFi protocols have reached two-year highs, with users using crypto assets as collateral to secure loans. Morpho's total value locked has increased by 56% this month, reflecting a shift in investor behavior towards leveraged positions. This trend is driven by speculation on prices and strategies like looping. However, borrowing against stablecoins to acquire volatile assets also comes with heightened liquidation risks.



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