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Decentralized finance (DeFi) is an emerging financial technology based on secure distributed ledgers similar to those used by cryptocurrencies. Decentralized finance eliminates the fees that banks and other financial companies charge for using their services. People store money in a secure digital wallet, can transfer funds in minutes, and anyone with an internet connection can use DeFi.

DeFi Explained
DeFi · 9/4/2025 · 6 min read · Updated 3/22/2026

DeFi Explained: What It Is and How to Start Earning Passive Income in Crypto

The cryptocurrency world isn’t limited to buying and selling assets. Beyond speculative trading, there’s a vast and exciting ecosystem known as Decentralized Finance , or DeFi . This movement seeks to recreate traditional financial services (lending, savings, insurance, etc.) using blockchain technology, eliminating intermediaries like banks. If you’ve ever wondered how you can put your cryptocurrencies to work for you, this […]