DeFi. DeCoded
Building a DeFi aggregator: What we do before we green-light each token
Security is as important to our DeFi aggregator as speed. We do thorough due diligence on each new token to ensure it’s totally trustless before you get eyes on it. Here’s how we do it.
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The Ethereum Merge: 4 key benefits no-one’s told you about
You’ve probably read a whole bunch of stuff about the Ethereum Merge already. You know that the Ethereum blockchain is transitioning from Proof of Work
What is sharding in crypto?
Sharding is a way for blockchains to handle more transactions without fundamentally changing their code or rules. Essentially, the blockchain is broken into several smaller
Total Value Locked Explained: Why TVL matters in DeFi
The question ‘what is TVL’ is one of the most common in all of crypto. Check out our explainer on what the words ‘token value locked’ really means, and what TVL means specifically for DeFi projects.
Beginner
Crypto Swap vs Trade: A Beginner’s Guide
Swaps and trades are very similar in the cryptoverse. So similar, in fact, that they are often confused. Both allow you to obtain the assets
How To Connect a MetaMask or Ledger Wallet To rhino.fi Â
Connecting your wallet is an essential first step to using rhino.fi and can be a source of concern for many users. There are several different
What is DeFi? Decentralised Finance Explained
Decentralised finance, or DeFi, is a reboot of the traditional financial system which removes the need for central intermediaries such as banks, exchanges and pension
What is a DEX? Decentralised Exchanges Explained
The term ‘DEX’ stands for decentralised exchange and it’s an acronym you’ll hear loads in the DeFi world. Several of the most popular platforms and
What is Layer 2 on Ethereum? L2 explained
Layer 2 is the collective term for a group of crypto projects that have been built as semi-autonomous satellites of the main Ethereum blockchain. The
What is a Blockchain? Blockchain Technology Explained
Blockchains underpin many of the world’s most popular cryptocurrencies, and in fact they provide a basis for the entire crypto universe. These chains are built
Convert Fiat to Crypto | How to Buy Crypto with FiatÂ
Moving from the old world of physical currencies into the new realm of crypto is a daunting barrier for many users. It’s often the first
What are Ethereum Gas Fees? Ethereum Gas Explained
Gas fees are an all-too-common topic within the crypto ecosystem. You may have seen people complaining about how high the fees are for transactions on
What Are Smart Contracts and How Do They Work?
Smart contracts are a big part of what makes Ethereum tick. Â In its core structure, Ethereum is similar to Bitcoin and many other blockchains.
Ethereum vs Bitcoin: What’s the Difference?
When crypto hit the mainstream back in the mid (20) teens, there was only one currency anyone had heard of: Bitcoin. In fact, the two
Tokens vs Coins: What’s the Difference?
Coins and tokens are easily confused. Both are forms of cryptocurrency, and their functions tend to overlap. Many commentators (rather lazily) use the two terms
What Is A Crypto Wallet? Cryptocurrency Wallets Explained
A crypto wallet is a form of digital storage that is specifically designed to store, spend and receive cryptocurrencies. This is the very foundation of
Intermediate
Building a DeFi aggregator: What we do before we green-light each token
Security is as important to our DeFi aggregator as speed. We do thorough due diligence on each new token to ensure it’s totally trustless before you get eyes on it. Here’s how we do it.
What is sharding in crypto?
Sharding is a way for blockchains to handle more transactions without fundamentally changing their code or rules. Essentially, the blockchain is broken into several smaller
Total Value Locked Explained: Why TVL matters in DeFi
The question ‘what is TVL’ is one of the most common in all of crypto. Check out our explainer on what the words ‘token value locked’ really means, and what TVL means specifically for DeFi projects.
RhinoLearn: What is Forking?
In the cryptoverse, a fork happens when a section of a blockchain’s community decide to go in a new direction and change its rules (protocol)
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Building a DeFi Aggregator: How Our Multi-Chain Smart Contracts Work
Multi-chain smart contracts are fundamental to our DeFi aggregator model, allowing users to access different chains safely, without compromising speed or self-custody. In this guide, we explain how they work (with a detailed code breakdown available at the bottom)
The Ethereum Merge: 4 key benefits no-one’s told you about
You’ve probably read a whole bunch of stuff about the Ethereum Merge already. You know that the Ethereum blockchain is transitioning from Proof of Work
How Do Blockchain Bridges Really Work? And Can You Trust Them?
Blockchain bridges (also known as cross-chain bridges) enable data and value to flow freely between blockchains, and thus play an integral role in the multi-chain
Rhinolearn: ZK rollups 101. What are zero-knowledge (ZK) proofs and why do we need them?
Zero-knowledge (ZK) proofs can prove the legitimacy of a transaction without revealing sensitive details from either party. The technology is fast, secure and is popular among several ‘rollup’ projects on Ethereum layer 2, including rhino.fi. We’re known as ‘ZK rollups’ for this reason.