DeFi TVL Rebounds to $170B, Erasing Terra-Era Bear Market Losses

The total value locked (TVL) in decentralized finance (DeFi) has experienced a significant resurgence, climbing back to an impressive $170 billion. This remarkable rebound effectively eliminates the losses that were incurred during the bear market period associated with the collapse of the Terra blockchain, showcasing a renewed investor confidence and optimism in DeFi projects and protocols. source: https://www.coindesk.com/business/2025/09/18/defi-tvl-rebounds-to-usd170b-erasing-terra-era-bear-market-losses