DeFi

In 2020, the " DeFi Summer" left people fascinated by the charm of Decentralized Finance, and also brought the Ethereum ecosystem to the forefront of crypto space. Let us show you here how to play with the DeFi "Money Legos".

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What is Four?
Beginner

What is Four?

Learn about the official tokenomics of FORM, the native token of the FOUR ecosystem – covering its fixed supply, 1:1 BNX swap, utility, and governance role.
2026-03-30 17:09:27
CEXs Entering DeFi: Why Is Bybit Planning to Launch ByReal?
Intermediate

CEXs Entering DeFi: Why Is Bybit Planning to Launch ByReal?

The article delves into how these exchanges are entering the DeFi market through various approaches, including Binance’s Alpha, Bybit’s ByReal, and Coinbase’s dual-track strategy, along with the market dynamics and strategic considerations behind these initiatives.
2026-03-30 12:17:59
SUN vs UNI: What Are the Mechanism Differences Between Two DeFi Governance Tokens?
Beginner

SUN vs UNI: What Are the Mechanism Differences Between Two DeFi Governance Tokens?

SUN is a DeFi utility token used to connect incentive distribution with governance decisions, while UNI is a decentralized exchange protocol governance token used to participate in protocol governance and parameter adjustments. In decentralized finance, or DeFi, ecosystem, governance tokens typically play a central role in protocol decision making and incentive distribution. Different projects design distinct token mechanisms based on their own structures, and while SUN and UNI both fall into this category, their implementation paths differ in important ways.
2026-03-30 11:27:53
BOB announced that it will introduce native BTC into the DeFi system on the BitVM test network
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BOB announced that it will introduce native BTC into the DeFi system on the BitVM test network

BOB Mixed Layer2 officially launched BitVM Testnet, enabling native BTC on-chain and receiving support from ten top institutions.
2026-03-30 10:26:56
What you need to know about Aave V4
Intermediate

What you need to know about Aave V4

This article provides a comprehensive analysis of Aave V4’s "Unified Liquidity Layer" and "GHO Stablecoin" upgrades, exploring how these innovations solidify Aave’s position as a cornerstone of DeFi.
2026-03-30 09:44:18
What is GAIB?
Intermediate

What is GAIB?

GAIB turns GPU-backed assets into real yield with AID, the AI dollar. Explore its multichain growth, NFTs, and DeFi integrations.
2026-03-30 08:30:50
DeFi for Dummies: From "One-Click Interaction" to Real Cold Start, How Can the Chain Break Through?
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DeFi for Dummies: From "One-Click Interaction" to Real Cold Start, How Can the Chain Break Through?

This article delves into the double-edged sword effect of simplified operations in the DeFi space, analyzing the hidden risks behind "foolproof operations," such as authorization risks, slippage traps, etc., and warns users through real cases.
2026-03-30 07:00:07
What is Verax Attestation Registry?
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What is Verax Attestation Registry?

Verax is a modular, on-chain attestation registry that powers reusable trust, identity, and reputation across the Web3 ecosystem.
2026-03-30 06:27:29
The Risk-Free Rate in DeFi (Stablecoins)
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The Risk-Free Rate in DeFi (Stablecoins)

The article begins with the concept of the "risk-free rate" in traditional finance, analyzes why truly risk-free returns do not exist in DeFi, and provides a detailed introduction to several near-risk-free yield options, such as AAVE, Curve Finance, and tokenized U.S. Treasuries.
2026-03-30 05:21:02
The Aave Effect
Intermediate

The Aave Effect

Aave dominates the DeFi lending market with a 51% market share and a real borrowing volume of $18 billion, triggering explosive growth across multiple protocols within just a few months and creating a unique “Aave Effect.” This article analyzes how Aave's network effects ripple through the broader DeFi ecosystem with data and case studies, and explores how Aave V4 is set to further strengthen its competitive moat.
2026-03-30 03:54:35
The SEC decided to save itself, and a field of weeds grew wildly.
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The SEC decided to save itself, and a field of weeds grew wildly.

This article examines the SEC's evolution from overseeing traditional finance to adopting blockchain technology, using historical events as reference points. It highlights how regulatory agencies are working to redefine their roles and positions in response to emerging technological trends.
2026-03-29 23:39:25
The Intelligent Evolution of DeFi:  From Automation to AgentFi
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The Intelligent Evolution of DeFi: From Automation to AgentFi

The article provides a detailed analysis of the evolution from automation tools to intent-driven assistants and finally to intelligent agents, along with a comprehensive evaluation of several related projects currently in the market.
2026-03-29 20:38:09
A complete analysis of the financial statements of leading lending protocols and ETH/SOL staking platforms reveals a project hasn't been profitable for five years.
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A complete analysis of the financial statements of leading lending protocols and ETH/SOL staking platforms reveals a project hasn't been profitable for five years.

The report thoroughly examines the revenue sources, user growth, market strategies, and the challenges that key projects such as Aave, Compound, Euler Finance, Jito, and Lido Finance encounter.
2026-03-29 19:38:15
Is the 8% rebound just an appetizer? Uniswap’s major upgrade could be UNI’s big comeback
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Is the 8% rebound just an appetizer? Uniswap’s major upgrade could be UNI’s big comeback

Uniswap has proposed registering its DAO as a Wyoming DUNA, paving the way for legal compliance, eliminating hurdles for activating the fee switch, and potentially transforming UNI’s value capture strategy and governance structure.
2026-03-29 18:21:42
 This Tokenless DEX Earns More Than Uniswap
Intermediate

This Tokenless DEX Earns More Than Uniswap

edgeX, a zero-knowledge (ZK) architecture perpetual DEX incubated by Amber Group and operating without an issued token, ranked among the global top 15 by revenue in just one year. It offers significant advantages in market depth and fee structure, surpassing established platforms such as GMX and dYdX.
2026-03-29 16:44:14
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