Synthetix

After an airdrop broadcast by Optimism earlier this week, Synthetix (SNX) has seen a continuous upward climb. Apparently, the announcement was an opportunity for the DeFi protocol to prepare itself to join in the ongoing L2 Curve Wars.  This and other factors have encouraged Optimism users to engage with the DeFi project. Consequently, the SNX price continues to sustain a steady rise, for the time being.  SNX Buoyed by Layer-2 Solutions Ever since Layer 2 protocols grew in popularity on…

Synthetic assets have been a standard fixture in the traditional financial market. However, with the financial world shifting to a digital approach, it is no surprise that synthetic crypto assets are also cropping up. Like many other investment vehicles, synthetic crypto assets are similar to those in the traditional market. This article will delve into the details of synth assets and how they work. But before we get into the nitty-gritty details of synthetic assets, how about a short recap…

One of the biggest waves in the cryptocurrency world is synthetic assets. Given that there are always new exchanges coming up every day, it is plausible to have one dedicated to these assets.  Synthetix is one such exchange that lets users trade and mint decentralized synthetic assets. Through the platform, users also get on-chain exposure to any asset. This article will take an in-depth look at the relatively new platform and its offerings.  What is Synthetix? Before looking at the…

DeFi, short for decentralized finance, is the latest hot trend in the crypto industry, and rightly so. An emerging market that surged from $1 billion to $40 billion in less than three years cannot go unnoticed for too long. As you read this beginner's guide to DeFi, the sector is adding more protocols, increasing value, and becoming an even more formidable rival to the traditional finance system. It may be too early to bet your bottom dollar on it, but…