At present, the world of cryptocurrency and decentralized finance (DeFi) faces a challenge: the availability of dependable, high-quality collateral is largely limited to stablecoins. Traders in cryptocurrency and DeFi often use volatile cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and Ether as collateral when obtaining loans, engaging in staking, or participating in liquidity pools. While this method can be effective, it introduces significant risks due to the potential for these assets to experience drastic value changes in a short time frame. To mitigate such risks, participants may find themselves needing to overcollateralize their positions. Alternatively, some propose the gradual development of stablecoins that generate returns, but these profits are typically confined to the stablecoin creator or a select group of market players, often through complicated yield-sharing mechanisms.
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Navigating Volatility: Strategies for Safer and More Liquid Cryptocurrency Investments
By Vickie Helm
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