DeFi guides
DeFi lets you trade, lend, and earn yield without a broker — and introduces smart-contract, oracle, and liquidity risks traditional finance does not. These guides explain the mechanics and the failure modes.
DeFiTradFi vs DeFi and The Birth of 'Invisible' Finance
TradFi and DeFi are moving closer together. Learn how custody, smart contracts, and invisible finance are changing money.
14 min read/Heidi ChakosDeFiDeFiWhat is Liquid Staking? Your Guide to Flexible Crypto Rewards
A guide to liquid staking, covering LSTs, staking rewards, DeFi use cases, protocol risks, and how it compares with traditional staking.
Heidi ChakosDeFiDeFiWhat Is a zk-Rollup? Scaling Without Trust
A guide to zk-rollups. Learn how zero-knowledge rollups scale Ethereum, how they compare to optimistic rollups, and which projects are leading the way.
Heidi ChakosDeFiDeFiWhat Is Pepe Coin? A Look at the Token Behind the Meme
What is Pepe Coin? Learn how an anonymous team turned the world's most recognisable internet meme into one of crypto's most talked-about tokens.
Heidi ChakosDeFiDeFiWhat Is Ape Protocol? The Complete Guide to ApeCoin and ApeChain
ApeCoin started as a token for Bored Ape holders. Now it's a full blockchain ecosystem. Here's what ApeChain does and what the data actually shows.
Heidi ChakosDeFiDeFiWhat Is SocialFi? The Future of Social Media on the Blockchain
SocialFi combines social media with decentralised finance, giving users ownership of their identity, content, and earnings. Here's how it works.
Heidi ChakosDeFiDeFiWhat Is ERC-20? The Standard Behind Ethereum Tokens
Heidi ChakosDeFiDeFiWhat Does EVM Mean in Crypto? Ethereum Virtual Machine Explained
Heidi ChakosDeFiDeFiIs Kraken Safe to Use? A Look at Its Security Features
Wondering if Kraken is safe for your crypto? We break down its security track record, protection measures, and the risks you need to know.
Heidi ChakosFAQ
Is DeFi safe?
DeFi is usable and powerful, but it is not “safe” in a bank sense. Smart contracts can fail, bridges can be exploited, and approvals can be abused. Size positions accordingly.
Where should a beginner start in DeFi?
Learn what a DEX swap is, how gas and approvals work, then practice with tiny amounts on a reputable chain before chasing yield.
