Ethereum, Solana, Bitcoin, BNB Chain, Tron DAO, Base, Arbitrum, HyperliquidX L1, Sui Network, and Avalanche are the top 10 chains by Total Value Locked (TVL) as of August 23, 2025. These chains are at the forefront of the decentralized finance (DeFi) revolution, demonstrating substantial growth and adoption. Their performance will be crucial in shaping the DeFi landscape for the rest of the year.