Avalanche is one of the most popular blockchains in the whole DeFi ecosystem. It is built with a novel consensus mechanism that uses four different interconnected protocols called the Snow Family. The name Avalanche refers to just one of these protocols. However, it is also the name of the chain as a whole. This complex […]

A typical return on investments in Overnight Finance OVN-USD+ pools on Aerodrome (BASE) is close to 200% in AERO tokens which are 613% up from the initial price. The market capitalization of the asset is $356 million in August 2024. All metrics seem quite good and the pool itself has a $34.17 million TVL backed […]

When it comes to yield farming as an investment technique that specifically targets rewards in native tokens for impressive interest rates and high potential profits, many newcomers simply try avoiding it and focus on something that does not involve the same level of risk management and try to allocate their capital to less demanding options […]

Many newcomers to the crypto industry often feel perplexed and overwhelmed by the complexity of investment instruments that differ from what many are used to in tradfi. One of the reasons why everything seems novel and unique is that the industry is still maturing. Some concepts like staking turn out great, while others, such as […]

One of the hottest topics in the crypto community right now is yield farming and its many forms. Investors have access to a wide range of tools capable of producing profits passively. It seems like a dream investment to many newcomers who do not yet understand the dangers of the crypto market. Learning the nuances […]

Beating the 4.11% return on US treasury bonds, which are considered one of the safest options for conservative investors, is a tall task when using tradfi instruments outside of exceptionally performing stocks. Many investors are looking at the DeFi sector with hopeful eyes believing that they can make more than a HY bank account can […]

The total number of DeFi users is estimated at 11,8 million in July 2024. This statistic is a significant overestimate since a single individual can use multiple addresses across several platforms and still be counted as a unique user. Experts supplying data to Statista have much lower numbers and report a below 6.5 million count. […]

If the internet was a collection of barely interconnected websites that exist in vacuum chambers, there would be no need for things like webhooks or APIs. However, the modern global internet infrastructure demands efficient ways to establish communication between web applications. The simplicity of the concept that we are going to cover in this article […]

The centralized nature of the internet itself with all the data aggregated under just several tech giants is rubbing many people the wrong way. The recent push toward using the Fediverse, which is a common name for the collection of social media platforms that use ActivityHub, seems like a natural reaction from some users and […]

The Ethereum blockchain architecture allows developers to deploy tiny programs that can operate autonomously once on the chain. Since these applications operate in a trustless and permissionless manner, the participants of the network don’t have to do anything aside from interacting with them if they so choose. This elegant setup allows for a much faster […]

Ethereum is widely recognized as the world’s leading smart contract platform, having undergone a number of major network upgrades, also known as hard forks, over the past few years. To elaborate, on September 15, 2022, the Ethereum network underwent one of its most significant updates, called the ‘Merge.’ It marked Ethereum’s transition from an energy-intensive […]

We will preface the whole article with a very important disclaimer. “Degen” stands for “degenerate”. This is an important introduction to the topic at hand. Very few people make money using this approach and you need experience in technology, coding, and trading to take advantage of these protocols that appear quite regularly. Let’s start with […]

Ethereum is the biggest blockchain in terms of active users, developers, Dapp deployment, and many other metrics. The switch to the PoS mechanism enabled a whole swath of new investment projects that took advantage of the staking process and the rewards that can be earned through it. One of the biggest issues of all layer […]

The ability to operate a portfolio in a trustless and permissionless environment is the reason why everyone is so excited about decentralization in finance. Traditional financial systems have become fast and efficient yet have fundamental weaknesses that must be addressed decisively. The problem with a centralized economy is that it can be easily manipulated and […]

“It’s not the size that matters, it’s the skill” — would say someone who is afraid of risks and does not want to go “to the moon”. Chasing the biggest yield is not inherently bad, despite the unending nagging from the critics. You should be seeking the best investment option that brings in the most […]

Throughout centuries, taking care of finances was a difficult task. However, it turned into a nightmare by 2024. A typical retail trader will work with at least 3 CEX platforms and over 50 different assets during his first several years of investing in the crypto market. Contemporary investors operating in the DeFi ecosystem usually have […]

Storm Trade on The Open Network offers an exorbitant 58.37% base APY on single-sided USDT pool investments. With a massive TVL of over $10.4 million, it is a lucrative option for any investor. Compare this number to the US treasury bond yield in 2024 which is 4.11%. The average savings account in the US is […]

Physical infrastructure projects in the DeFi ecosystem are some of the most interesting from the end user’s point of view because they provide a tangible utility that impacts personal finances. The surge in cloud technologies was a net positive for the global economy with many businesses, regardless of their scale, being able to offload their […]

Centralized financial institutions are convenient to use and provide familiar services that have been around for ages in one form or another. Despite its many advantages, the world of tradfi is seemingly at its end with globalization hitting its peak and national economies struggling to keep inflation in check and provide a high quality of […]

The internet is a wonderful place as it often facilitates incredible developments in various fields including something like financing a passion project or a new business. Previously, entrepreneurs had to visit dozens of banks and talk to hundreds of potential investors to secure funding. The rise of various crowdfunding companies like Kickstarter made it possible […]

In 2009, Laconica changed its name to StatusNet. Nothing particularly special happened during this small alteration in branding. However, the decision by the developers was quite logical as it was a service that allowed users to change their status messages to share their thoughts. StatusNet was one of the first iterations of an emerging concept […]

Decentralized finance is an extremely competitive ecosystem where new projects struggle to retain users while the old guard has to work extra hard to continue growing. Scaling is the name of the game in this environment. DEXes are focused on accumulating liquidity: the more, the better. For some projects, it means continuously increasing rewards for […]

Yield farming is a relatively new concept in the world of finance. The DeFi industry as a whole is not that old with Bitcoin making its debut over sixteen years ago and many other similar projects getting traction only several years later. It took the international community of investors several years to take notice of […]

Generating passive income with liquidity mining, staking, or lending can be viable. However, coins and yields on them offered by DeFi protocols vary wildly. Searching for the right combination of assets and platforms is crucial for the long-term success of your investment activities. The problem of capital allocation in the sector appears to be challenging […]

Yield farming is an innovative crypto investment method. It allows the owners of crypto coins to steadily grow their funds. If successful, yield farming may turn into the source of a stable passive income. To use this approach to their benefit, one needs to learn what the best crypto yield farming strategy is, as well […]

While cryptocurrency has become more widespread during the last couple of years, turning from a technology used by a few enthusiasts into one of the major investment methods, earning profits through cryptocurrency investment still may seem too complicated for many, as it requires specialized knowledge. DeFi yield farming is the strategy that solves this issue: […]

Searching for the right balance between risk and potential returns is one of the biggest goals for any investor. Chasing high APYs is a fine avenue to take for anyone, but it is important to remember that portfolio exposure is a crucial aspect that can dramatically affect the outcome and completely nullify any gains made […]

Tokens pegged by fiat currencies and other crypto assets can be extremely useful for interconnected decentralized ecosystems that rely on them for stability and transparency in their operations. One of the first efficient projects in this category was MakerDAO which is still one of the most prominent platforms for lending and borrowing $DAI softly pegged […]

A standard US high-yield bank deposit will produce around 5% APY which is considered quite a lot by many conservative investors. While low interest rates on savings accounts are not a bad thing at all, catching up to rising prices is becoming the main concern for most investors. The same 5% APY does not hit […]

Those who join the crypto market should be ready to use as many advanced investment tools as possible to achieve consistent returns. Relying on a single strategy while trying to earn money in this sophisticated financial sector seems to be an inadequate approach that rarely produces satisfying results. Retail trading looks like the best option […]

The idea of calmly waiting for a guaranteed paycheck by allocating capital in the safest asset classes possible does not sit right with many crypto enthusiasts chasing higher returns and tolerating dangerous risk levels. The area of decentralized finance is a perfect environment for investment opportunities focused on increasing profits against all odds. The concept […]

As the DeFi sector continues to expand rapidly, investor interest has surged in recent years. Studies predict that the market will reach nearly 22 million users by 2028. One of the main attractions of DeFi is the wide range of investment opportunities, often offering higher returns and greater accessibility compared to traditional finance. Platforms like Rivo […]

From the outside looking in, the decentralized finance (DeFi) arena has ushered in a financial revolution that traditional markets simply cannot compete with. For example, over the last couple of years, there has been a significant rise in the number of investment opportunities available for crypto users of all experience levels. Amid the growing number […]