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In-depth Analysis of Ethena’s Success Factors and the Risks of a Death Spiral
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In-depth Analysis of Ethena’s Success Factors and the Risks of a Death Spiral

The success of Ethena as a CeFi product lies in its provision of short-selling liquidity for perpetual contract markets on centralized exchanges. However, caution is needed regarding the risk of a death spiral in the mechanism design.
5/6/2024, 9:30:34 AM
In-depth Analysis of the Success Factors and Death Spiral Risks of Ethena
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In-depth Analysis of the Success Factors and Death Spiral Risks of Ethena

The article delves into a thorough analysis of the success factors and potential risks of the Ethena stablecoin protocol. Ethena achieves tokenization of arbitrage trading against ETH's Delta neutrality through the issuance of the stablecoin USD, offering attractive annualized returns. Its success lies in providing short-selling liquidity for perpetual contract markets on centralized exchanges, reducing funding rates, and enhancing market vitality. However, the article points out the risk of a death spiral caused by a widening basis, which could amplify losses during market panics and runs, triggering broader redemption waves. While negative rate environments are uncommon, basis issues may render Ethena vulnerable to runs.
4/22/2024, 9:47:36 AM
Solana Inflation Revolution: SIMD-0228 Proposal Sparks Community Controversy, 80% Issuance Cut Raises "Death Spiral" Concerns
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Solana Inflation Revolution: SIMD-0228 Proposal Sparks Community Controversy, 80% Issuance Cut Raises "Death Spiral" Concerns

The Solana governance forum recently introduced the SIMD-0228 proposal, which aims to dynamically adjust the inflation rate, reducing SOL's annual issuance by 80% to direct capital toward the DeFi ecosystem. However, the proposal has sparked heated discussions within the community regarding the "inflationary spiral" and conflicting interests.
3/3/2025, 7:48:52 AM
What is Trident DAO (PSI)?
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What is Trident DAO (PSI)?

Trident DAO is a 2D MMO infinite universe game on the Arbitrum network. Trident introduces a novel "Risk to Earn" approach in an attempt to solve the death spiral problem in GameFi.
12/22/2023, 2:13:22 AM
Usual Explained: The Hidden Issues Behind USD0++ Depegging and Circular Loans’ Liquidation
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Usual Explained: The Hidden Issues Behind USD0++ Depegging and Circular Loans’ Liquidation

Usual recently garnered market attention due to the USD0++ depegging incident. USD0++ is an enhanced stablecoin backed by RWA assets, offering up to 50% APY. On January 10, Usual modified its redemption rules, reducing the unconditional redemption rate to 0.87, which triggered market panic and caused the USD0++ price to drop to around $0.9. This move is seen as a strategic effort by the project team to accurately trigger the liquidation of high-leverage circular loan positions through a set redemption floor and liquidation line while attempting to control the circulation of the USUAL token and curb the death spiral. However, the centralized and governance-lacking process of the rule changes raised concerns among users. This incident reflects the participation risks in complex DeFi products and the dynamic adjustments in market development.
1/27/2025, 7:37:40 AM
Understanding the Safety and Regulation of Stablecoins through On-Chain Data
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Understanding the Safety and Regulation of Stablecoins through On-Chain Data

This article provides a detailed analysis of the safety and regulation of stablecoins based on on-chain data.
1/24/2024, 4:14:40 PM
EF's Latest ETH Sale Triggers Community Turmoil
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EF's Latest ETH Sale Triggers Community Turmoil

This article provides a detailed account of the Ethereum Foundation (EF) facing a community crisis. With ETH's underperformance, community dissatisfaction has erupted, prompting founders of several major ecosystem projects to voice their criticisms. The founder of Synthetix suggested pressuring Layer 2 (L2) networks, the Curve founder advocated abandoning the L2 strategy, and the Aave founder proposed a 12-point reform plan. Amid the collective backlash from the community, EF sold another 100 ETH, sparking even greater controversy. The article highlights the governance challenges and divisions currently facing the Ethereum ecosystem.
1/25/2025, 11:25:03 PM
 Helium Mobile: An Epic DePIN Revolution or a Ponzi Scheme?
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Helium Mobile: An Epic DePIN Revolution or a Ponzi Scheme?

This article analyzes the success factors and potential risks of the Depin Circuit Helium Mobile project.
2/5/2024, 10:02:00 AM
Unveiling the Economic Model of Blockchain Gaming
Beginner

Unveiling the Economic Model of Blockchain Gaming

This article delves into the features, pros, and cons, and real-world applications of the P2E single-token, dual-token, and other extended variant models. It aims to help players understand how project teams design the economic models of blockchain games, enabling them to strategize their gameplay accordingly.
12/3/2023, 11:32:22 AM
What Are Algorithmic Stablecoins?
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What Are Algorithmic Stablecoins?

Algorithmic stablecoins use complex mechanisms to make them keep the peg with the dollar, without the need for centralized tools.
1/20/2023, 2:32:32 PM
Exploring 14 Top Projects: How Did They Rise from Scratch?
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Exploring 14 Top Projects: How Did They Rise from Scratch?

The article analyzes key factors contributing to the success of crypto projects, including having an excellent team background, unique market positioning, the ability to secure funding from top institutions, ecosystem development, and innovative products addressing market sticking problems.
3/23/2024, 9:07:57 AM
Deconstructing the "Stunning Eyewash" of Bitcoin: A Deep Perspective from Accusations to Rebuttals
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Deconstructing the "Stunning Eyewash" of Bitcoin: A Deep Perspective from Accusations to Rebuttals

The article reveals the irrationality and one-sidedness of these conspiracy theories through detailed rational rebuttals and factual analysis, while also exploring the reasons for the growth and dissemination of conspiracy theories, emphasizing the importance of maintaining rationality, evidence, and critical thinking in the face of complex market phenomena.
6/10/2025, 2:51:30 AM
THORChain Cross-Chain Lending: Innovative Model vs. Traditional DeFi Platforms
Intermediate

THORChain Cross-Chain Lending: Innovative Model vs. Traditional DeFi Platforms

This article provides an in-depth analysis of THORChain's unique lending model, examining its features such as interest-free, liquidation-free, and no maturity terms, and how these characteristics offer a competitive advantage in the blockchain lending sector.
5/11/2024, 9:12:15 AM
ServerFi vs GameFi
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ServerFi vs GameFi

The core narrative of ServerFi lies in the privatization of assets through synthesis. How does ServerFi compare to GameFi, and what innovations does it bring? This article will start by defining ServerFi, examining the development of GameFi and the issues it faces, and then analyzing the advantages and challenges posed by the ServerFi model.
9/25/2024, 7:24:09 AM
Will the highly sought-after USDe by investors end up decoupling and becoming worthless like UST?
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Will the highly sought-after USDe by investors end up decoupling and becoming worthless like UST?

The new stablecoin project USDe has quickly emerged in the stablecoin market, increasing its total supply from zero to over $2.3 billion in just two months. Its high yield features have garnered significant attention.
5/20/2024, 3:19:04 AM

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