Definition ∞ An Aave Freeze refers to a governance-initiated action on the Aave protocol. This action stops further borrowing or supplying of a specific asset within the protocol. It functions as a protective measure to mitigate risks associated with volatile or compromised assets. The freezing mechanism safeguards the overall protocol stability and user funds.
Context ∞ An Aave Freeze typically occurs in response to significant market instability or identified vulnerabilities concerning a particular digital asset. Such events are closely watched in crypto news, as they indicate proactive risk management by the protocol’s decentralized autonomous organization. Recent freezes have addressed potential solvency concerns or unexpected price movements of certain collateral types.
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