25% of wBERA Now Locked in Berachain’s PoL V2, Yields Reach 180%

• 25% of all on-chain wBERA is now locked in PoL V2, doubling from just three days ago.
• PoL V2 offers 180% yield while enabling direct BERA staking rewards through a new protocol module.

Around a quarter of the total wBERA circulating on the network is now officially parked in PoL V2. This figure isn’t just an increase, it’s nearly double what it was three days ago. This surge isn’t without reason—PoL V2 offers annualized returns of around 180%. Who wouldn’t be tempted to try it, especially in a market as uncertain as it is now?

25% of the wBERA on chain is now sitting in PoL V2, earning ~180% yield. This has approximately doubled from 3 days ago.

Next we’ve got to get all of the BERA sitting on exchanges in here and other lucrative DeFi opps on Berachain. Onwards! https://t.co/Ax7zIvof82

— Smokey The Bera 🐻⛓ (@SmokeyTheBera) July 26, 2025

BERA Yield Makes Staking Easier and Smarter Than Ever

PoL V2 was recently launched as a new version of Berachain’s Proof of Liquidity mechanism. The difference is, this time, they’ve moved most of the incentives into a feature called BERA Yield. This means BERA token holders can immediately earn income without having to navigate through third-party applications. Even those who hold BERA on exchanges can still get a share of the returns—they just need to know how.

Furthermore, staking is now hassle-free. Thanks to support for Liquid Staking Tokens like iBERA or IBGT, users can double their opportunities. On the one hand, they still receive validator returns. On the other hand, they can also activate PoL V2 without having to withdraw their primary tokens. A pretty smart combination, especially for those who want to remain flexible.

However, one thing remains a concern: there are still a lot of BERA tokens sitting idle on exchanges. The community is also starting to push for these tokens to be added to the PoL as soon as possible. The more BERA tokens parked, the more stable the ecosystem will be, they say. But, again, it comes down to individual players—not everyone is ready to take the risk right away.

Berachain Blends Gaming, Automation, and Safer DeFi Options

Interestingly, the world of Berachain isn’t just about staking and yields. CNF recently highlighted how their system, called Proof-of-Fun, has even enabled games like Wizzwoods and Beratone to participate in validator schemes. So, while playing the game, users can earn real incentives. Not bad, right?

Not only that, Berachain also released the beta version of Beratown Home last June. Its most striking feature? McBera—an interface that allows users to interact via text commands. Want to swap tokens? Just type. Want to claim staking returns? Just type it too. No need to open separate apps; everything is in one place. For those who prefer efficiency without the hassle, this can be a big help.

On the other hand, options are also available for users who prefer a safer approach. The USDT stablecoin can now be used as collateral for HONEY vaults. So, if anyone doesn’t want to risk token price fluctuations, they can still stay active in the Berachain ecosystem without too much anxiety.

Looking at all this movement, one thing is clear: Berachain is working to keep its ecosystem vibrant and busy, in unconventional ways.

Meanwhile, as of the writing time, BERA was trading at about $2.21, up 34.80% over the last 30 days, driving its market cap to surpass the $260 million mark.