Of all the blockchains to follow Bitcoin, none have quite matched the scale and ambition of Ethereum. Founded by Vitalik Buterin (et al.) in 2015, Ethereum is a smart contract network that supports decentralised apps (dApps), NFTs, decentralised games, DeFi (decentralised finance) and more. Ethereum's native cryptocurrency, Ether
From Bitcoin and blockchain to DeFi, spot ETFs and memecoins, here's every crypto term explained simply, in one place. A Aave A DeFi platform that lets users borrow and lend cryptocurrencies via an open source, non-custodial liquidity protocol. Airdrop The distribution of tokens or coins to a large
Decentralised finance (DeFi) is a blockchain-based financial ecosystem that allows individuals, institutions and businesses to access capital and services without relying on traditional banks or intermediaries. DeFi ecosystems are powered by public blockchains: distributed, peer-to-peer networks that record transactions on an open, tamper-proof ledger. This means that party A can
If you've ever sent crypto to the wrong address, you'll know that sinking feeling: there's nobody to call, and no way to get it back. Blockchains are distributed networks with no central authority, and while decentralisation brings plenty of advantages, it also means there&
Liquid staking derivatives enable users to stake PoS cryptocurrencies, such as Ether, while retaining liquidity. Let’s take a closer look. Since Ethereum enabled withdrawals in the Shapella upgrade back in April 2023, liquid staking has become one of the most important sectors in decentralised finance (DeFi). Protocols such as
Staking is the process of verifying transactions on a proof-of-stake blockchain in exchange for a reward. Unlike mining, which uses high-powered computers to solve complex mathematical equations, staking involves crypto holders locking up their crypto as collateral in a smart contract. Through staking, holders can generate passive income without actively
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