If you’ve been hanging around the crypto world for more than five minutes, you’ve probably heard people throw around the term DeFi like it’s the magic key to the future of money. And honestly? They’re not totally wrong. DeFi, short for Decentralized Finance, is one of the most exciting (and chaotic) corners of crypto. It’s fast, borderless, sometimes messy, but it’s changing how we think about banks, loans, and even who gets to control money.What Is DeFi, Really?At its core, DeFi is about tak...

Sam Bankman-Fried's saga is one that highlights not only the chaotic rise and meteoric fall of a financial figure but also serves as a cautionary tale for all those engaged in the ever-evolving world of cryptocurrency. Born in 1992 to two Stanford law professors, Sam's intellectual prowess manifested early; he gravitated towards logic puzzles and probabilities—a penchant that later morphed into a fascination with trading and risk. While studying physics at MIT from 2010 to 2014, he found hims...

For years, perpetual futures trading has been the crown jewel of centralized exchanges like Binance and Bybit, generating volumes that dwarf spot markets. But now, a new generation of decentralized platforms is reshaping the landscape. Perpetual DEXs bring leverage, long and short positions, and derivatives trading fully on-chain, giving traders transparency, self-custody, and in many cases, features that centralized venues can’t match. The attraction is obvious: no middlemen holding your ass...

In a world where we constantly chase the glittering allure of rapid profits, there is a crucial narrative that we must dissect and understand—investing is not a straightforward path. The prevailing mindset often fixates on quick gains, especially influenced by the meteoric rise of meme coins that dominate discussions today. As I reflect on the market's behavior, it becomes increasingly clear that this mindset can lead to disastrous outcomes. Most of us have been there: we see others enjoying ...

The landscape of digital assets is evolving at an unprecedented pace, and the emergence of stablecoins is reshaping the future of finance. Stablecoins, which are pegged to traditional currencies like the US dollar, provide a solution to the volatility that has plagued cryptocurrencies, making them increasingly attractive to investors and institutions alike. With a projected market cap soaring to between $250 and $252 billion by mid-2025, the momentum surrounding stablecoins is undeniable. In ...