Hey folks, if you're knee-deep in the wild world of DeFi and meme tokens like the rest of us at Meme Insider, you've probably heard the buzz around lending protocols. But this? This is next-level. A recent tweet from Kolten, a key voice at Aave Labs, dropped a bombshell: Aave has already raked in more revenue in 2025 than it did across all of 2022, 2023, and 2024 combined. Yeah, you read that right—it's not just growth; it's a full-on explosion.

Let's break it down with the eye-opening numbers straight from that viral chart. For context, Aave is that powerhouse DeFi protocol where you can lend, borrow, and earn on your crypto assets without the headaches of traditional banks. It's been a staple for blockchain pros, but this revenue surge signals something bigger brewing in the ecosystem.

The Revenue Rocket: By the Numbers

That sleek infographic in Kolten's post paints a crystal-clear picture of Aave's trajectory. Here's the rundown:

• 2022 Total Revenue: $5.23 million – Solid start, but just the warm-up.
• 2023 Total Revenue: $22.54 million, with a whopping 331% year-over-year (YoY) growth. DeFi was heating up, and Aave was riding the wave.
• 2024 Total Revenue: $90.43 million, clocking in at 301% YoY growth. By now, integrations with layer-2 networks and flash loans were paying off big time.
• 2025 (Year-to-Date)​: $133.18