DeFi Projects Attracting Developers: Chainlink Leads the Way
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Sep 02 2025
Chainlink's Development Leadership: Chainlink leads the DeFi sector with a development score of 311.43, significantly ahead of competitors like DeepBook Protocol and DeFiChain, which scored 188.5 and 148.5 respectively, despite a general decline in token prices across the market.
Developer Activity vs. Price Trends: The article highlights the disconnect between high developer activity and token prices, noting that while projects like Chainlink and others show strong coding contributions, their market performance remains volatile, indicating that developer engagement may be a better indicator of long-term project health.
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Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
