Native Bitcoin collateral on Aave triggers WBTC pool deficit

Aave's integration of native Bitcoin as collateral has triggered a deficit in its WBTC pool, according to CryptoSlate. The report describes a mechanism where Hub suppliers would finance fast exits before permissioned buyers acquire the vaults, with escrow shortfalls recorded as deficits. Traders should watch whether this creates liquidity stress or bad debt in Aave's WBTC market, which could weigh on DeFi sentiment and WBTC demand.