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DeFi (Decentralized Finance)

Financial services built on blockchain without traditional intermediaries.

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What is DeFi?

DeFi refers to financial applications built on blockchain networks that operate without banks, brokers, or other centralized intermediaries.

Key DeFi Categories

  • Lending: Aave, Compound
  • Trading: Uniswap, Curve
  • Staking: Lido, Rocket Pool
  • Derivatives: GMX, dYdX

Benefits

  • Permissionless access
  • Transparent operations
  • Self-custody of funds
  • Composable protocols

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