The DeFi sector has experienced a significant recovery, with its total market cap showing a full-cycle rebound, according to TheMarketPeriodical. Leading the charge are top tokens such as Aave (AAVE), Lido (LDO), and EigenLayer (EIGEN), which have shown strong performance in terms of Total Value Locked (TVL). Chainlink co-founder Sergey Nazarov highlighted the importance of regulatory progress alongside technological advancements for the continued growth of DeFi. Additionally, newer protocols like Sentora and Tydro have made their way into the TVL rankings, although they exhibit higher volatility compared to established players.