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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Bitcoin Spot ETF Vs. Bitcoin Futures ETF: What's the Difference?
Intermediate

Bitcoin Spot ETF Vs. Bitcoin Futures ETF: What's the Difference?

Learn the difference between Bitcoin Spot ETFs and Bitcoin Futures ETFs that allow buyers to invest in Bitcoin without signing up for an exchange or dealing with crypto wallets.
12/15/2023, 4:48:12 PM
What is SocialFi and Why Does it Matter?
Intermediate

What is SocialFi and Why Does it Matter?

SocialFi is the integration of DeFi and social networking, leveraging blockchain technology to establish decentralized social networks, offering financial rewards to users based on their interactions and contributions.
12/15/2023, 12:35:52 AM
Unveiling REN Protocol (REN): Bridging Different Blockchains with RenVM
Beginner

Unveiling REN Protocol (REN): Bridging Different Blockchains with RenVM

Click to discover how RenVM tackles the challenge of blockchain interoperability, allowing for secure and trustless cross-chain asset transfers.
12/15/2023, 12:22:14 AM
All You Need to Know About Helio
Intermediate

All You Need to Know About Helio

Helio Protocol is an over-collateralized stablecoin protocol built on the BNB chain. The product logic is similar to traditional over-collateralized stablecoin protocols, with the main difference being that collateralized assets in BNB are converted into BNB's LSD assets to earn profits, which are then distributed to the stakers of the stablecoin HAY and liquidity providers. The protocol has not yet issued a governance token and received a $10 million investment from Binance in August this year.
12/14/2023, 5:02:28 PM
Behind the dYdX V4 boom, in-depth analysis of DeFi leverage classification, application and security practices
Intermediate

Behind the dYdX V4 boom, in-depth analysis of DeFi leverage classification, application and security practices

This paper explores the diversity and application scenarios of DeFi leverage through dYdX V4, analyzes code level vulnerabilities, and puts forward the key security points of the leverage protocol.
12/13/2023, 3:07:36 PM
What Are Air-Gapped Crypto Wallets?
Intermediate

What Are Air-Gapped Crypto Wallets?

Air-gapped wallets are cold storage wallets that are completely disconnected from the internet. This makes them very secure against online threats, such as malware and phishing attacks. However, they can be more difficult to use than other types of wallets.
12/12/2023, 4:42:10 PM
What is a Gasless Transaction?
Beginner

What is a Gasless Transaction?

Explore gasless blockchain transactions: Understand how they work, their benefits, and real-world applications with Tokenum and Moralis case studies.
12/12/2023, 2:52:22 AM
What is Decentralized Data Marketplace?
Beginner

What is Decentralized Data Marketplace?

We explore the transformative world of decentralized data marketplaces in this article and investigate the significance of blockchain technology in transforming data trading.
12/11/2023, 11:42:40 PM
What is Sandwich Attack?
Beginner

What is Sandwich Attack?

A Sandwich Attack in the sphere of Decentralized Finance (DeFi) represents a sophisticated form of market manipulation on decentralized exchanges (DEXs). This type of attack leverages the fundamental principles of blockchain technology—such as transparency and immutability—to the attacker's advantage, often at the expense of regular users.
12/10/2023, 7:54:19 PM
What are the Main NFT Collections?
Beginner

What are the Main NFT Collections?

The launch of the Ethereum blockchain in 2015 led to the creation of numerous NFTs through the use of its standards — ERC-721 and ERC-1155 — which allowed for the creation of non-fungible digital assets. The list of NFTs created included pricey NFTs, popularly regarded as "The Main NFT Collection," popular on the list are; Crypto Punks, BAYC, Decentraland, Crypto Kitties, Art blocks, Meebits, Axie Infinity, and NBA Top Shots among others. Several factors are responsible for the dominance of these NFTs in the NFT market, top among them is innovation, which is the mother of all creations. However, understanding the uniqueness and distinctions between these digital assets is very important and is the primary focus of this article, which seeks to explain the reason for their high price and increasing demand.
12/10/2023, 6:26:31 PM
Frax Finance In-depth Research Report: Project Highlights and Latest Developments
Beginner

Frax Finance In-depth Research Report: Project Highlights and Latest Developments

This article offers a simple yet comprehensive introduction to Frax, aiding in understanding its stablecoin and LST operations as well as the history behind it. It systematically showcases Frax's current products and features while providing an objective analysis based on data.
12/4/2023, 4:39:07 PM
Vitalik Buterin: How Does zk-SNARKs Technology Protect Privacy?
Intermediate

Vitalik Buterin: How Does zk-SNARKs Technology Protect Privacy?

This article delves into the workings of zk-SNARK technology, its applicability in current applications, and elaborates on the challenges and potential capabilities of this technology in real-world scenarios.
12/3/2023, 6:35:48 PM
Is CowSwap, an intent-based swap, the next-gen DEX?
Intermediate

Is CowSwap, an intent-based swap, the next-gen DEX?

This article explores three major intent-centric protocols - UniswapX, 1inch Fusion, and CoWSwap - through detailed charts and case analysis. It explains the origins and backgrounds of these protocols, interprets their operational mechanisms and data performance, and reveals the product differences, strengths, and weaknesses of each, as well as the unique aspects of CoWSwap in terms of product core.
12/3/2023, 6:07:39 PM
The Recent Buzz Around Various "Crypto" Bots: A Fleeting Trend or a New Investment Frontier?
Intermediate

The Recent Buzz Around Various "Crypto" Bots: A Fleeting Trend or a New Investment Frontier?

This article delves into the recent surge of Telegram bots, particularly the rapid rise and subsequent decline of UNIBOT. Through analyzing cutting-edge bot projects, it's evident that Crypto bots have effectively addressed numerous issues faced by crypto users, including automated trading and AI-generated smart contracts. Currently, the market's focus on various bots is intensifying, with new projects emerging like spring shoots after the rain, indicating that Crypto bots might pave the way for a completely new market segment.
12/3/2023, 2:17:04 PM
Unveiling the Economic Model of Blockchain Gaming
Beginner

Unveiling the Economic Model of Blockchain Gaming

This article delves into the features, pros, and cons, and real-world applications of the P2E single-token, dual-token, and other extended variant models. It aims to help players understand how project teams design the economic models of blockchain games, enabling them to strategize their gameplay accordingly.
12/3/2023, 11:32:22 AM

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