Avalanche's total value locked (TVL) has surged to $2.1 billion, more than doubling since April, driven by institutional inflows and network enhancements. Key contributors to this growth include the Octane upgrade, which lowered gas fees, and the launch of VanEck's digital asset fund. Additionally, gaming projects like MapleStory have significantly increased transaction volumes on the network. The expansion of Avalanche's gaming ecosystem and its focus on tokenized assets have attracted substantial institutional interest. However, experts warn of potential vulnerabilities if these inflows reverse and note that regulatory scrutiny could impact the sustainability of this growth.