Best 5 Decentralized Finance (DeFi) Platforms for Investors

MakerDAO backs the DAI stablecoin, securing US$8.5 billion in assets. MakerDAO allows investors to generate DAI by locking Ethereum, ensuring a stable yield even during market volatility

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Aave is a leading DeFi protocol with over $5.7 billion in TVL. Founded in 2017, Aave allows users to lend and borrow crypto with competitive interest rates and unique flash loan features

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Uniswap, the largest decentralized exchange (DEX), powers US$1 billion daily. It offers liquidity pools where investors can trade tokens and earn yields from transaction fees

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Compound allows users to earn interest on crypto assets. Compound has a total value locked (TVL) of US$2 billion, offering automated interest payouts based on market demand.

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Curve Finance specializes in stablecoin liquidity with a US$4 billion TVL. It offers low slippage and high liquidity for stablecoin trades

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