Decentralized Finance—EYWA on a Mission to Solve Existing Problems

Decentralized Finance—EYWA on a Mission to Solve Existing Problems

While the Decentralized Finance or DeFi space, as colloquially called, has experienced a massive surge in interest and valuation, thanks to the influx of multiple projects, a few problems still plague this billion-dollar market. These sticking points hound the growing industry, hindering global adoption. From fragmentations between numerous blockchains and tools to interoperability, exorbitant fees, […]


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