1inch relaunches DeFi Academy
DeFi shouldn’t feel scary or complicated. The updated 1inch DeFi Academy helps you understand key concepts, make better decisions and move through DeFi with more confidence.
DeFi Academy
A collection of 56 posts
Liquidity in DeFi: what it is and why it matters
Liquidity shapes the price, speed and execution quality of crypto swaps. Learn how it works so you can trade with fewer surprises and better execution.
What is slippage in crypto?
Slippage can change how much crypto you receive from a swap. Learn why it happens, how it affects your trade and how to reduce the risk before confirming a transaction.
What Is DeFi? How decentralized finance actually works
DeFi enables on-chain swapping, borrowing and earning through smart contracts, without relying on traditional financial intermediaries.
DeFi token distribution: models, trade-offs and what actually works
Token distribution and rewards drive incentives, engagement and long-term stability in DeFi.
How AI is powering the next wave of cyber threats in Web3
AI is raising the quality and scale of Web3 phishing, impersonation and scam automation, which is changing how signature based attacks are carried out.
Why are DeFi protocols launching their own blockchains?
Some of the biggest DeFi names are betting on dedicated chains as the next step in scaling their products beyond shared networks.
What are principal tokens and why they matter in DeFi
Principal Tokens split yield-bearing assets into principal and yield, enabling fixed returns in DeFi.
How cryptocurrency mixers work and why they can be risky
Cryptocurrency mixers aim to provide privacy on public blockchains, yet they carry significant technical and regulatory risks.
How crypto tokens are launched: key methods and models
The mechanics behind a token launch reveal the values of a project and set the tone for everything that follows.
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