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DeFi Academy

A collection of 40 posts

Deepfakes in crypto scams: spotting and stopping synthetic fraud

Deepfakes are reshaping classic crypto frauds, from fake giveaways to hijacked livestreams.

2025 Sep 19 • 3 min read

How audits secure DeFi protocols and users

Smart contract audits protect users and protocols, strengthening trust and security across DeFi.

2025 Sep 12 • 4 min read

Private keys and recovery phrases: the cornerstones of wallet security

Private keys and recovery phrases are the essential credentials that define ownership in self-custody wallets.

2025 Sep 05 • 2 min read

What are yield-bearing stablecoins and how do they work?

Yield-bearing stablecoins are redefining what it means to hold stable value in DeFi.

2025 Aug 22 • 3 min read

Testnets: blockchain’s sandbox for safe experimentation

Testnets enable deployment in a live-like environment with no real-money exposure, reducing reputational risk.

2025 Aug 15 • 3 min read

SFTs: bridging NFTs and fungible assets

Semi-fungible tokens combine traits of fungible and non-fungible assets, enabling flexible use in gaming, ticketing and DeFi.

2025 Aug 08 • 4 min read

A simple guide to Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs

Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs are helping bridge the gap between crypto and traditional finance.

2025 Aug 01 • 2 min read

Inside memecoin launches: what’s a red flag?

While some memecoins become cultural phenomena, others hide scam mechanics beneath the memes.

2025 Jul 25 • 2 min read

How bonds and loans work in a tokenized format

Tokenized bonds and loans preserve traditional features while adding automation, transparency, and continuous market access through blockchain networks.

2025 Jul 18 • 4 min read

Crypto ETPs and ETFs: a simple breakdown

Crypto ETPs and ETFs are explained through definitions, examples and key use cases.

2025 Jul 11 • 4 min read

The role of storage tokens in decentralized networks

Storage tokens enable decentralized file storage by rewarding participants, powering real-world applications and driving a new layer of censorship-resistant infrastructure.

2025 Jul 04 • 3 min read

Beyond lockups: the role of vesting in crypto sustainability

Vesting mechanisms define how and when tokens are distributed, aligning participants with a project’s long-term vision.

2025 Jun 27 • 3 min read

Breaking down blockchain complexity: the roles of account and chain abstraction

Ethereum’s UX evolution is driven by two abstractions: one at user level, and one at infrastructure level.

2025 Jun 13 • 3 min read

Trading bots or AI agents? Key differences explained

Among crypto automation tools, rule-based bots and adaptive AI agents stand out for their contrasting roles in trade execution and market analysis.

2025 Jun 03 • 2 min read

Understanding DeFi vaults: structure, strategies and risks

DeFi vaults automate the management of crypto assets through smart contracts, applying predefined strategies.

2025 May 30 • 5 min read

A practical guide to multisig wallets: use cases, benefits and limitations

Multisig wallets enhance crypto security by requiring multiple signatures for each transaction, offering a reliable solution for shared asset management.

2025 May 23 • 2 min read

Composable NFTs: building blocks of the digital economy

Composable NFTs unlock new asset behaviors by enabling NFTs to hold, reference and evolve alongside other tokens.

2025 May 16 • 3 min read

What are HD wallets and why do they matter?

HD wallets provide the technical foundation for streamlined key management, making them a standard feature in today's most reliable cryptocurrency applications.

2025 May 09 • 3 min read

Native rollups: The next leap in Ethereum scaling?

Native rollups promise a new generation of Layer 2 scaling by embedding rollup logic directly into Ethereum’s core protocol.

2025 May 02 • 4 min read

AI memecoins: where meme culture meets machine intelligence

AI memecoins are redefining the crypto space by blending cutting-edge technology, social engagement and cultural momentum into a fast-evolving new asset class.

2025 Apr 25 • 3 min read

ENS domains: addresses you can recognize

By replacing complex wallet addresses with memorable names, ENS domains improve usability and reduce the risk of mistakes.

2025 Apr 17 • 2 min read

DePINs: blockchain to build real-world infrastructure

By decentralizing physical infrastructure, DePIN reimagines how systems are built, secured and governed by putting control in the hands of communities.

2025 Apr 11 • 3 min read

Perpetual liquidity pools

The rise of perpetual futures has transformed crypto trading, allowing users to speculate on asset prices without expiration dates. Perpetual liquidity pools have emerged as a key innovation, enabling decentralized perpetual futures trading while ensuring deep liquidity across market conditions.

2025 Apr 04 • 2 min read

How decentralized identity protects users online

By shifting identity management away from centralized control, blockchain-based verification systems offer new possibilities for privacy, security and user autonomy.

2025 Mar 28 • 3 min read

AI in сrypto: how AI agents and AI tokens are changing Web3

AI-driven automation and blockchain technology are shaping a new era of efficiency, intelligence and decentralization in Web3.

2025 Mar 20 • 4 min read

What is Layer 0 and what impact does it have on interoperability?

In the evolving landscape of blockchain technology, the concept of "Layer 0" has emerged as a foundational element, addressing critical challenges in scalability and interoperability.

2025 Mar 12 • 2 min read

DeFi Academy Web3 Blockchains

Ethereum’s upcoming upgrade: what you need to know

Ethereum, the second-largest blockchain network by market capitalization, is on the verge of another upgrade: Pectra.

2025 Feb 27 • 2 min read

DeFi Academy Web3

Liquid staking and liquid restaking: expanding staking potential

The evolution of staking continues to unlock new efficiencies and expand opportunities in DeFi.

2025 Feb 25 • 2 min read

Web3 DeFi Academy

What Layer 3 means for your blockchain experience

The rise of Layer 3 blockchains is unlocking new efficiencies and improving usability.

2025 Feb 18 • 2 min read

DeFi Academy DeFi Web3

How RWA tokenization changes the way we own assets

Discover how RWA tokenization is transforming asset ownership and opening new financial opportunities

2025 Jan 30 • 2 min read

DeFi Academy All you need to know

What is the difference between Proof of Work and Proof of Stake?

By leveraging the Proof of Work and Proof of Stake algorithms, blockchain networks achieve consensus, ensuring integrity and security by employing different approaches to qualifying participants for block creation.

2024 Apr 15 • 4 min read

DeFi Academy All you need to know

What is a crypto whale and how do they impact the market?

Crypto whales can shape market trends and impact liquidity with their substantial transactions, which can trigger widespread trading responses and set precedents for market behavior.

2024 Apr 04 • 3 min read

All you need to know DeFi Academy

What is staking and how does it work?

Implemented in various ways, staking bolsters network security, provides users with passive income and supports the stability of DeFi ecosystems.

2024 Mar 11 • 3 min read

DeFi Academy All you need to know

What are the main types of DeFi platforms?

DeFi, powered by blockchain technology, supports an efficient and transparent environment for activities such as trading, investing, lending and earning on crypto assets.

2024 Feb 23 • 4 min read

DeFi Academy All you need to know

Cryptocurrency exchanges: what's the difference between CEXes and DEXes?

The understanding of differences between CEXes and DEXes empowers users to have better control over fees, privacy and asset availability.

2024 Feb 12 • 4 min read

DeFi Academy All you need to know

What are the main types of crypto wallets?

Crypto wallets are crucial for secure and efficient crypto management, from daily swapping to long-term asset security.

2024 Jan 29 • 5 min read

DeFi Academy All you need to know

What are types of transaction fees?

Understanding transaction fees is essential for secure and efficient use of cryptocurrency, impacting everything from day-to-day transactions to long-term investment strategies.

2024 Jan 22 • 4 min read

DeFi Academy All you need to know

How do crypto transactions work?

In DeFi, a crypto transaction involves the transfer of assets between parties, typically recorded on a blockchain. However, off-chain transactions don’t necessarily always take place on a blockchain.

2024 Jan 08 • 4 min read

DeFi Academy All you need to know

How is DeFi different from traditional finance?

DeFi leverages blockchain technology to provide financial services without centralized intermediaries, fostering innovation and offering unique features.

2023 Dec 21 • 3 min read

All you need to know DeFi Academy DeFi

What is the difference between tokens and coins?

While the terms ‘coins’ and ‘tokens’ are often used interchangeably, the former are primarily used as payment cryptocurrencies, whereas the latter have a wider range of applications.

2023 Dec 11 • 5 min read