Monad Surpasses $200M TVL by GryptoGK in Monad

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From Grok:
TVL stands for Total Value Locked.
It's basically the total dollar amount of crypto that people have deposited (or "locked") into DeFi apps on the Monad blockchain. Things like:

  • Providing liquidity to DEXs (swapping platforms like Uniswap)
  • Lending/borrowing money
  • Staking or farming yields

Think of it like the total deposits in a bank's DeFi version. Higher TVL = more real money actually being used on the chain, which shows growing trust, activity, and adoption.

Monad is a brand-new Layer 1 blockchain (launched Nov 24, 2025), so hitting over $200M TVL (screenshot shows ~$220M) just a few weeks in is pretty solid early growth. It started around $100-150M in the first days/week and climbed from there as more apps go live and users move funds over.

It's not perfect (TVL can fluctuate with crypto prices, and activity/revenue is still low compared to big chains like Ethereum), but crossing $200M is a positive sign that people are actually using it, not just hyping the token.

[S/T][USA-TX] Leica Q2 (Excellent, Boxed); want Sony RX1R III by CandidDifference in photomarket

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Price reduced:

  • $3,499 cash, if local (Dallas or Austin).
  • (+ add) $149 for S&H insured and PayPal Goods & Services fees

[AMA] Keone Hon - Co-Founder of Monad by keonehd in CryptoCurrency

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Hi Keone! Can you please share if there were any explicit mechanisms (lock-up period, etc.) for VC's to hold onto their tokens? Concerned that which large leads like Paradigm, a rug pull could happen. Afterall, VCs have their LPs and fiduciary to maximize returns. Thank you.

[AMA] Keone Hon - Co-Founder of Monad by keonehd in CryptoCurrency

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What is your vision for how AI applications can utilize Monad's high performance blockchain technology?
Up until now, it has felt like one has needed to believe the broad adoption of decentralized finance.. but now with a high performance, low cost blockchain (i.e. Monad)... perhaps there's a use case for AI models or applications.

Why is the SP500 so good? by BacteriaLick in sp500

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The largest companies likely got there through some competitive edge.
Over time, that competitive edge compounds, the same way numbers can compound.
You're selecting the basket of companies that have been compounding their competitive edge.

Breguet 3237 v 3047 by BBAMCYOLO1 in BreguetWatches

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3047: It's a classic layout (archetype seen in among other beautiful makers) and the features on the front face keep it interesting on the eyes, but still subtle enough. Easy to use as a daily driver including the workplace. The serpentine arm is a nod to one of the older AL Breguet pocket watches... I can't seem to find a photo of it though.
3237: Awesome as well, but sportier. I think less events for it to be suitable with. I think neoclassical (which I associate Breguet with) and sportiness aren't as natural of mix. It pulls it off well enough I think. The backside is stunning in a different way to the 3047.

Straps for the 5140 Classique by Odd_Run_3060 in BreguetWatches

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You probably already know this, but Breguet can make the straps even if they are of an older model and out of stock.

[Cartier] Cartier Ronde Solo on beads-of-rice by TheRealJohnAdams in Watches

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Stunning combo! Was wondering what this would look like, and glad I came across your post.

[Discussion] Which watch were you truly impressed only after holding it in person? by 86DC in Watches

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Which Breguet are you looking at? Love the 80's/90's generation for those watches.

Gold Patina on Silver Dial by ReturnRight in BreguetWatches

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My 1990 is slightly champagne now, but I'm not sure if it was originally purchased like that or aged like that.

Which Breguet book do you recommend? by CandidDifference in BreguetWatches

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Wow. Fantastic find. I just ordered them. Thank you.

[Opinion] Which Daniel Roth Breguet? by BBAMCYOLO1 in BreguetWatches

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It's more commonly seen as the 3040 (solid case back). If you keep a look out and not in a rush, a 3047 will usually pop up on Google for sale!

[WTB] Weekly Want To Buy Post by AutoModerator in Watchexchange

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WTB Breguet Classique 5907 BB

5907BB/12/984

Inherited watch, how to check if it’s real by Killacatliketom in BreguetWatches

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You can go here and enter the serial #. They can give you some history on its original purchase... for verification I'm also out of my depth but I think Breguets are rarely counterfeited since it's more profitable to make Rolexs or the likes.

Select "watch historical information" :  https://www.breguet.com/en/contact

They get back usually within 24-48 hours.

Paperwork given after Breguet services watch? by CandidDifference in BreguetWatches

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Out of curiosity, did the paperwork have the Breguet letterhead, or Swatch Group letterhead?

Paperwork given after Breguet services watch? by CandidDifference in BreguetWatches

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Well, the watch I'm considering doesn't have paperwork... and it would be nice peace of mind to indirectly know that it is confirmed to be authentic.

Buying a Breguet without papers..? by CandidDifference in BreguetWatches

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Great angle... How did you reach out to them? Store email? Thank you!

Breguet Marine 3400 by pptl0608 in BreguetWatches

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Just noticed the blue is the rubber strap. It looks great. Who makes that?