These facts come from DefiLlama methodology documentation. Onchain metrics depend on adapters, price sources, and classification rules and do not replace independent diligence.
Data source: Each listed project has an open-source adapter that returns TVL; onchain calls are preferred, while some adapters use subgraphs or APIs.
TVL scope: Unissued assets, native-token staking, smart-wallet funds, and bridge TVL at chain level are excluded by default, with double counting avoided inside a protocol.
Interpretation boundary: TVL can rise or fall with asset prices even without deposits or withdrawals; use measures such as USD Inflows when evaluating capital movement.