FT: ‘DeFi’ Movement Promises High Interest But High Risk

December 30, 2019

Press & Publications

Written by: Algorand Foundation

This Financial Times article discusses the rise of decentralized finance and mentions Algorand as one of the emerging blockchain protocols supporting this movement. Unlike traditional financial systems that rely on intermediaries, DeFi platforms use blockchain technology to facilitate peer-to-peer transactions directly. Algorand, known for its scalable and secure smart contract protocol, is highlighted for addressing key challenges in DeFi, such as transaction speed and security, making it a strong contender in the evolving financial landscape.

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