AAVE

biba8163

Alts have all this technology, utility and fundamentals that should drive token demand but **the only hope of price appreciation for shitcoins is that BTC lifts the entire market with a post halvning bull run.** Sure sign that you have been scammed with bullshit narratives, meme tech, fictional utility and scammers who used their reputation for easy money grab through crypto - banks will use our token and buy your bags, load up while it is still cheap, it's going to be The Standard, no point in a stablecoin - peer-reviewed, scientific principles from associate degree holder form Front Range Community College who has never worked a day in his life but learned lessons creating multiple failed crypto projects - Turing Award winner, not a scammer, dumps tokens on you to buy sponsorship endorsements, only gifted 20% of the supply to himself - 10 Million, 20 Million, 50 Million, 100 Millions users downloaded the browser, demand for the token go through the roof, founder invented Javascript, look at the size of his head, he's genius and not a scammer - para-chains will drive demand for token will go through the roof, no the founder is not a pedo, it was just fiction - subnets coming, Snowball protocol, a Cornell professor but poses under subway signs saying "We're all going to make it" is not a moneygrab scammer - decentralized oracles. CCIP ultra-security, only thing the protocol does is centralized shitcoin price feeds but you know in the future crypto can't operate without decentralized oracles - fortune favors the brave, so lock up $40K to get one of our VIP credit cards while we rugpull you, no our founder isn't a scammer, he's only bankrupted like a half a dozen companies - trillions of transactions are coming, carbon-banking will be a reality for billions,Jinping and Macron will taste Blockchain-Verified Beef..ok none of this happened but we did pay $100 Million to verify UFC gloves on the blockchain, so it's not a scam gweilo ...paper hands, you're being too bearish, we're going to go up scammers and bagholders will tell you. The reality is 99% of Alts slowly bleed to death over the long run fooling your with their scam pumps giving the desperate dosages of needed hopium. - Only 2 coins from the top 25 from January 2018 are in profit (BTC, ETH) - Only 6 coins out of 1,500+ coins from January 2018 are in profit (BTC, ETH, BNB, DOGE, LINK, AAVE)

JimmyChitwoodMVP

I believe they are locked. You bring up an interesting thought though for how CCIP may integrate into lending platforms like AAVE / Compound / Summer.fi etc

CointestMod

#Chainlink Con-Arguments Below is a Chainlink con-argument written by etj103007. > **What is Chainlink?** > > *Disclaimer: I have interacted with smart contracts using Chainlink, though I don’t hold any of the token itself.* > > Chainlink is an oracle network, allowing smart contracts to receive (and send) external information. In short, it allows the blockchain to interact with the outside world. > > It is supported on many different blockchains, including the Ethereum Mainnet, its L2s, and sidechains such as Polygon. > > However, the Chainlink network itself is not a blockchain. Instead, it calls itself “blockchain-agnostic” meaning it can theoretically be used on any chain that wants to support it. > > Say you want send 10$ of a coin or token to a certain address every day. Well, if it was a stablecoin, it’d be pretty easy. But maybe it’s Ethereum, or WBTC, or some other token that fluctuates in price. As such, the amount of said token/coin worth 10$ always changes. Using Chainlink, you can avail the price of that token/coin, and be able to calculate the exact amount to send so that it equals 10$. There are many other situations just like this that the Chainlink network is used for. > > The Chainlink token serves a niche; it is used to pay the node operators for the data they deliver. Recently, LINK staking has launched with the advent of Chainlink Staking v0.1. This allows operators and users to stake their LINK to secure the network. > > Chainlink is used as an oracle by various DeFi protocols like AAVE, dYdX, Synthetix, by various NFT projects such as those created by the NBA, even decentralized insurance (Etherisc) and more. ([https://blog.chain.link/smart-contract-use-cases/](https://blog.chain.link/smart-contract-use-cases/)) > > # Pros of Chainlink (LINK) > > **1. Chainlink is secure, scalable, and reliable.** > > The nature of being a Chainlink node operator maintains these 3 qualities. Node operators are required to follow a set of guidelines for their nodes to ensure security. For example, nodes have to have backups for the nodes connecting to their data sources, snapshots of the chain for syncing, Ethereum to pay for gas, and more. > > Being decentralized and relying on the blockchain to secure the data feed transactions pretty much guarantees its security as well. > > Node operators also do their best to optimize the performance of their nodes and have also released multiple developments to increase scalability, such as the Off-Chain Reporting upgrade which has reduced operating costs by 90% ([https://blog.chain.link/off-chain-reporting-live-on-mainnet/](https://blog.chain.link/off-chain-reporting-live-on-mainnet/)) > > As said before, Chainlink (being based on smart contracts) can theoretically be used on any blockchain that wishes to adopt it. And with the use cases mentioned above ([https://blog.chain.link/smart-contract-use-cases/](https://blog.chain.link/smart-contract-use-cases/)), the only thing it needs is developers willing to adopt it into their respective blockchains. > > The Chainlink network also prides itself on its reliability. Being serviced by independent and reputable node operators such as Infura, Swisscom (telecom company), Huobi, Binance, and others, it relies on this network of operators to source the data needed onchain. As node operators need to stake their tokens as collateral, it also challenges them to offer good performance. > > For example, Chainlink held an “oracle Olympics” challenging operators to keep their uptime at 100% while undergoing several challenges. While 100% is impossible, the winners guaranteed 99.99%, ensuring that their nodes would be available for that amount of time while still surviving thru challenges. > > **2. Chainlink’s recently launched Chainlink Staking v.0.1 allows users to stake their tokens while securing the networks' nodes.** > > While currently only supporting the ETH/USD data feed on mainnet Ethereum, other data feeds will soon be supported. Meanwhile, Staking 0.2 is planned in 9-12 months and is expected to bring updates and developments to staking, and also allow withdrawals of currently staked LINK. > > Just like traditional staking, this version allows users to secure the network; unlike POS blockchains, Chainlink doesn’t run on a blockchain so stakers secure by raising alerts (if the oracle doesn’t report an update in 3 hours, for example). If the alerts are valid, they can earn LINK, improving the security of the network by penalizing unresponsive nodes. > > Reputation systems for nodes have also been developed, ensuring that nodes maintain their good performance and continue providing correct oracle prices. > > These two systems combined ensure every node performs well and allow users in the ecosystem to earn rewards while securing the network. > > **In conclusion:** > > Chainlink Network and its token will continue its developments in the next years as the demand for oracles increases across the crypto space. Its' progress in its tokenomics with the start of staking while simultaneously ensuring the performance of its nodes will be welcomed by users of the network. And as more and more chains support Chainlink, it won't be long until it'll be found everywhere in DeFi and other sectors. > > TLDR: LINK and its network is used in many sectors of crypto, is secure, scalable, and reliable, while its' tokenomics continue to progress. ***** Would you like to learn more? Check out the [Cointest archive](/r/CointestOfficial/wiki/cointest_archive#wiki_Chainlink) to find submissions for other topics.

CointestMod

#Chainlink Pro-Arguments Below is a Chainlink pro-argument written by etj103007. > **What is Chainlink?** > > *Disclaimer: I have interacted with smart contracts using Chainlink, though I don’t hold any of the token itself.* > > Chainlink is an oracle network, allowing smart contracts to receive (and send) external information. In short, it allows the blockchain to interact with the outside world. > > It is supported on many different blockchains, including the Ethereum Mainnet, its L2s, and sidechains such as Polygon. > > However, the Chainlink network itself is not a blockchain. Instead, it calls itself “blockchain-agnostic” meaning it can theoretically be used on any chain that wants to support it. > > Say you want send 10$ of a coin or token to a certain address every day. Well, if it was a stablecoin, it’d be pretty easy. But maybe it’s Ethereum, or WBTC, or some other token that fluctuates in price. As such, the amount of said token/coin worth 10$ always changes. Using Chainlink, you can avail the price of that token/coin, and be able to calculate the exact amount to send so that it equals 10$. There are many other situations just like this that the Chainlink network is used for. > > The Chainlink token serves a niche; it is used to pay the node operators for the data they deliver. Recently, LINK staking has launched with the advent of Chainlink Staking v0.1. This allows operators and users to stake their LINK to secure the network. > > Chainlink is used as an oracle by various DeFi protocols like AAVE, dYdX, Synthetix, by various NFT projects such as those created by the NBA, even decentralized insurance (Etherisc) and more. ([https://blog.chain.link/smart-contract-use-cases/](https://blog.chain.link/smart-contract-use-cases/)) > > # Pros of Chainlink (LINK) > > **1. Chainlink is secure, scalable, and reliable.** > > The nature of being a Chainlink node operator maintains these 3 qualities. Node operators are required to follow a set of guidelines for their nodes to ensure security. For example, nodes have to have backups for the nodes connecting to their data sources, snapshots of the chain for syncing, Ethereum to pay for gas, and more. > > Being decentralized and relying on the blockchain to secure the data feed transactions pretty much guarantees its security as well. > > Node operators also do their best to optimize the performance of their nodes and have also released multiple developments to increase scalability, such as the Off-Chain Reporting upgrade which has reduced operating costs by 90% ([https://blog.chain.link/off-chain-reporting-live-on-mainnet/](https://blog.chain.link/off-chain-reporting-live-on-mainnet/)) > > As said before, Chainlink (being based on smart contracts) can theoretically be used on any blockchain that wishes to adopt it. And with the use cases mentioned above ([https://blog.chain.link/smart-contract-use-cases/](https://blog.chain.link/smart-contract-use-cases/)), the only thing it needs is developers willing to adopt it into their respective blockchains. > > The Chainlink network also prides itself on its reliability. Being serviced by independent and reputable node operators such as Infura, Swisscom (telecom company), Huobi, Binance, and others, it relies on this network of operators to source the data needed onchain. As node operators need to stake their tokens as collateral, it also challenges them to offer good performance. > > For example, Chainlink held an “oracle Olympics” challenging operators to keep their uptime at 100% while undergoing several challenges. While 100% is impossible, the winners guaranteed 99.99%, ensuring that their nodes would be available for that amount of time while still surviving thru challenges. > > **2. Chainlink’s recently launched Chainlink Staking v.0.1 allows users to stake their tokens while securing the networks' nodes.** > > While currently only supporting the ETH/USD data feed on mainnet Ethereum, other data feeds will soon be supported. Meanwhile, Staking 0.2 is planned in 9-12 months and is expected to bring updates and developments to staking, and also allow withdrawals of currently staked LINK. > > Just like traditional staking, this version allows users to secure the network; unlike POS blockchains, Chainlink doesn’t run on a blockchain so stakers secure by raising alerts (if the oracle doesn’t report an update in 3 hours, for example). If the alerts are valid, they can earn LINK, improving the security of the network by penalizing unresponsive nodes. > > Reputation systems for nodes have also been developed, ensuring that nodes maintain their good performance and continue providing correct oracle prices. > > These two systems combined ensure every node performs well and allow users in the ecosystem to earn rewards while securing the network. > > **In conclusion:** > > Chainlink Network and its token will continue its developments in the next years as the demand for oracles increases across the crypto space. Its' progress in its tokenomics with the start of staking while simultaneously ensuring the performance of its nodes will be welcomed by users of the network. And as more and more chains support Chainlink, it won't be long until it'll be found everywhere in DeFi and other sectors. > > TLDR: LINK and its network is used in many sectors of crypto, is secure, scalable, and reliable, while its' tokenomics continue to progress. ***** Would you like to learn more? Check out the [Cointest archive](/r/CointestOfficial/wiki/cointest_archive#wiki_Chainlink) to find submissions for other topics.

gitk0

Ok here we go.... 1. Your speculating. you can lose all your money. 2. If your not investing with over 10k, STAY OFF ETHEREUM. There are other altcoins that are better. 3. If your looking into altcoins, buy the main memecoin on that altcoin. Why? the meemcoin will pump roughly 2-3x the altcoin. memecoins are like taking leveraged bets. For example, you can toss $100 on avax, or you can buy $30 worth of coq and kimbo. The point of leverage is not to yolo everything on leverage. The point of leverage is to obtain the same exposure to an asset as if you were risking your entire stack, but only risk part of the stack. 4. Learn how leverage engines like AAVE works. AAVE is lending/borrowing of altcoins. It allows you to either leverage up, or to take pure positions. A pure position for example would be to put 10k usd into aave, borrow some eth, then sell that eth for btc. Btw, that is a position that is short eth, long btc, and ONLY takes pair risk, not pair risk vs usd risk at the same time. Much more precise than buying btc, borrowing eth, and buying more btc. If btc were to go down and eth also goes down, you would lose dollars even if eth was going down slightly faster than btc in the second scenario. 5. learn how to use options. There are dex options and cex options. Futures and perpetual swaps are extremely important for your ability to limit risk. You want assymetric risk. That assymetical risk is your hedge if things go south, and they are guaranteed to go south 50% of the time.

DoinIt989

>What is the use case of lending and borrowing in the terms of crypto? You deposit assets and borrow other assets against them. It's basically "leverage" >Why is a cryptocurrency needed for this? Because it's easier to do >What is liquidity providing? Isn’t this the same as lending? No. "Liquidity providing" means you provide a pair of assets and earn yield from people trading the pair. For instance, you might provide an equal amount of "ETH" and "USDC" to an LP, and earn trading fees from people swapping ETH and USDC. There is risk of "Impermanent loss" however, if the value of one asset increases a lot more than the other in the pair. "Liquidity providing" is basically "playing the bank" for traders. "Lending" simply means that you depost an asset to a lending dApp like AAVE and earn some interest on your deposit. Then you can also potentially borrow a certain amount of another asset, paying interest on it with a risk of liquidation if the value of your collateral falls below a certain amount. >Airdrops are just giving crypto out for free right? Yes, but they are set up to reward users for a combination of risking capital and basically "beta testing" various new protocols.

Salvashunned

Got my alts loaded QNT AAVE ALGO ATOM LINK ETH

Yougetwhat

15k BTC 15K ETH 5k SOL 5k LINK 5K AAVE 1k OCEAN 1K THETA 1K ANKR 1K ARWEAVE 0,5K MATIC 0,5K CKB

thebug91

Putting 50$ into something like AAVE is a complete waste of time. I’d rather spend that money on farming airdrops. Than hoping AAVe will 10x’s

biba8163

> Any fool can make an Alt, and any fool will buy it. —Henry David Thoreau - Only 2 coins from the top 25 from January 2018 are in profit (BTC, ETH) - Only 6 coins out of 1,500+ coins from January 2018 are in profit (BTC, ETH, BNB, DOGE, LINK, AAVE) - Now you have 7,500+ coins and people think diversifying your portfolio with Alts that almost always lose money will somehow make them money

Powerplayrush

You can sort of do this with WBTC and AAVE.

jobitobi

You have 2 types of options: centralized and decentralized. Centralized would be almost any bigger exchange (e.g. https://www.binance.com/en/loan) Decentralized mostly work on other chains, like Ethereum (e.g. [https://app.spark.fi/](https://app.spark.fi/) or AAVE or [https://summer.fi/borrow](https://summer.fi/borrow) ). The process is pretty much: 1. Wrap your bitcoin (e.g. WBTC) 2. Use it as collateral for loan 3. Take part of the loan out, meaning you send it to your wallet (leaving enough margin so that in case of fluctuations you don't get liquidated before you pay back) 4. Once done, pay back, close the loan contract and get your WBTC collateral back

flyfree256

Totally. I just trust Compound or AAVE more than Lyra. I never short either way, but that's how I'd do it if I wanted to.

flyfree256

Deposit a stablecoin to Compound or AAVE, borrow the coin you're trying to short, sell that coin for more stablecoin. Pay back the loan when the price has gone down.

Zuzu1214

Also usually there is a drop around the halving. Maybe stake some ETH on AAVE (you will probably make 1.4x on eth alone) and you can take out a smaller loan to invest is smaller caps.

Fair_Raccoon9333

No, I mean, they loaned out valuable assets for valueless assets, raised APR to suck in more loanees for multiple weeks and then claimed their Safety Module doesn't apply despite this being an AAVE protocol failure.

Exotic_Cantaloupe_96

What's everyone's though on AAVE? my average is $80 and it seems to be going steadily up.

Mattie_Kadlec

Yes and no. The premise is the same but Soil acts like a middleman between crypto investors with idle funds and businesses that need loans. This way the yield is much more sustainable since it is backed by a real-world business, while AAVE yield comes from platform usage fees and token emissions.

Important_Addition

I’m trying to understand how Soil (the DeFi platform mentioned in the article) works. Is it a lending platform like AAVE?

virtual_black_whale

The error is not blockchain related but relative to the website. Are you using a VPN ? Might be that the shared IP you're using has been spamming AAVE.

CointestMod

#Polygon Pro-Arguments Below is a Polygon pro-argument written by a deleted user. > ####**High Efficiency** > > **Very Fast network** > > The main benefit of using the Polygon PoS network is that it's an Ethereum scaling solution that provides much faster and cheaper transactions. > > * **High Throughput**: Current throughput is 350 TPS for 21k gas transfers and ~150 for ERC-20 tokens. It can go faster as a [7200 TPS test with 122 validators has shown](https://cryptoslate.com/matic-testnet-just-powered-ethereum-eth-to-7200-tps-dapps-next/), but Polygon decided to keep the limit at 30M gas per block to combat spam and storage bloat. > * **Fast Block Times**: It has very-fast [2-second average block times](https://polygonscan.com/chart/blocktime). Though due to its finality being probabilistic and high chance of reorgs, you would want to wait ~32 blocks or 1 minute before assuming finality. > > **Lower Fees than L2** > > * Fees are extremely cheap, so much that [validators have been colluding to set the priority fee at 30 Gwei](https://cryptoslate.com/polygon-matic-to-raise-gas-fee-to-30-gwei-to-prevent-spam-transactions/) to combat spam ever since [Polygon co-founder Sandeep's recommendation for it in Oct 2021](https://forum.polygon.technology/t/recommended-min-gas-price-setting/7604). > * Even with the artificially-inflated fees, Polygon transfer fees still only cost $0.001 while competing L2 rollup transfer fees are usually 10x to 100x more expensive in the [$0.02 to $0.20 range](https://l2fees.info/). > * A lot of games like Decentraland and The Sandbox moved to Polygon because they are able to airdrop NFTs to thousands of players at negligible costs. > > ####**Benefits from a synergistic relationship with Ethereum** > > There is a lot of overlap between the Ethereum and Polygon communities, and they both benefit from it. > > While Polygon is technically a sidechain, it helps offload a lot of traffic off Ethereum L1 and thus helps scale it. Thus, it's filling in the same role as an L2. > > * Polygon copies a lot of Ethereum's code and updates. For example, Polygon's London update for EIP-1559 is copied from Ethereum's London update. > * Nearly any wallet that works for Ethereum also works for Polygon. > * Polygon and Ethereum both use EVM for smart contracts, so it's easy for Ethereum's large number of devs to work on Polygon. Their blockchain explorers are also almost identical, so it's easy to audit transactions between them. > * Polygon's Bor block producer layer runs a version of Geth (the Go implementation of Ethereum), so they share similar consensus clients. > * Polygon generates hundreds of thousands of dollars of transactions fees for Ethereum through [MATIC Token transfers](https://etherscan.io/token/0x7d1afa7b718fb893db30a3abc0cfc608aacfebb0), [PoS Bridge transfers](https://etherscan.io/address/0xa0c68c638235ee32657e8f720a23cec1bfc77c77), and their [Root Chain Proxy](https://etherscan.io/address/0x86e4dc95c7fbdbf52e33d563bbdb00823894c287) checkpoints every 30-45 minutes. > * Ethereum provides security for Polygon PoS through [their checkpoints](https://wiki.polygon.technology/docs/pos/heimdall/checkpoint/), which are necessary as Polygon bridge proofs. MATIC tokens are also [staked on the Ethereum network](https://wiki.polygon.technology/docs/faq/staking-faq/). > > ####**High TVL and app support** > > * **Top 10**: Polygon's TVL has declined greatly in the bear market [to $1.2B](https://defillama.com/chains), but it's still enough to hang onto its Top 10 spot. Its market cap is also still in the [top 10 at $10B](https://www.coingecko.com/en/coins/polygon). > * **Many dApps** like OpenSea, AAVE, Curve, and Uniswap support Polygon. **Reddit's Collectible Avatars** launched on Polygon PoS, which gave it a lot of social media publicity. > * **CEX support**: Most of the largest CEXs like Binance, Coinbase, and Kraken now support the Polygon network for withdrawals. > * **Metaverse**: The 2 largest metaverse games, Decentraland and The Sandbox uses Polygon for their player item NFTs. > > ####**Upcoming Polygon zkEVM** > > The whole Ethereum community is very excited for zkEVMs. > > Polygon was the first to launch a [public zkEVM testnet](https://polygon.technology/blog/polygon-zkevm-public-testnet-the-next-chapter-for-ethereum) in Oct 2022. They already have a [mainnet launch date of March 27, 2023](https://polygon.technology/blog/to-ethereum-with-love-announcing-polygon-zkevm-mainnet-beta-on-march-27th), and everyone is looking forward to it. > > #####**Nakamoto Coefficient is increasing** > > Polygon has a [limit of 100 validators](https://wiki.polygon.technology/docs/maintain/validate/validator-responsibilities/). While this is still quite low, it actually has a bigger Nakamoto Coefficient than both Bitcoin and Ethereum. The more important thing is that it's increasing. Only several months ago, it only took 5 validators to reach 50% stake of the network. Now it has increased to [7 staking validators](https://polygonscan.com/stat/miner?range=14&blocktype=blocks) of MATIC. You can track the identities of the validators, and they all seem to be distinct organizations. > > This is partially thanks to how its [staking website](https://staking.polygon.technology/validators) encourages delegates to stake with smaller validators. Validators with large stakes are hidden on the website while only the smaller ones are shown. There is also a message at the top saying: "To distribute power on the network, please delegate to other top performing validators." > > ####**Great user experience** > > I personally complain a lot about Polygon's centralization and lack of transparency. But I still use Polygon PoS more than any other network. > > Ultimately what matters to me is that it is fast, cheap, has a huge amount of dApps, has good CEX adoption, and has a great blockchain explorer. And those combined lead to a great user experience. > > For new users who don't have MATIC gas tokens, there is a [Polygon Wallet Suite](https://wallet.polygon.technology/polygon/gas-swap) where you can use meta transactions to convert bridged ETH to MATIC without first needing MATIC. > > ####**Long-term Economic Sustainability** > > - The MATIC token is used for staking, and those rewards come from both a token pool and from transaction fee. The [1.2B token pool allocated to Validator Rewards is expected to run out in 2023](https://docs.polygon.technology/docs/maintain/validator/rewards/), after which there will be no more supply inflation. Fifth year validator rewards from the 12% pre-allocated supply will total $150M. After the 5th year, validators are meant to survive on transaction fees alone. > - Currently, [transaction Fees generate $70M annually, with $40M of it burned](https://tokenterminal.com/terminal/projects/polygon). This equates to $300K per validator annually. That's more than enough to run a validator annually. So besides Ethereum, this is one of the few networks with an economically-sustainable security model without inflation. ***** Would you like to learn more? Check out the [Cointest archive](/r/CointestOfficial/wiki/cointest_archive#wiki_Polygon) to find submissions for other topics.

CointestMod

#Chainlink Con-Arguments Below is a Chainlink con-argument written by etj103007. > **What is Chainlink?** > > *Disclaimer: I have interacted with smart contracts using Chainlink, though I don’t hold any of the token itself.* > > Chainlink is an oracle network, allowing smart contracts to receive (and send) external information. In short, it allows the blockchain to interact with the outside world. > > It is supported on many different blockchains, including the Ethereum Mainnet, its L2s, and sidechains such as Polygon. > > However, the Chainlink network itself is not a blockchain. Instead, it calls itself “blockchain-agnostic” meaning it can theoretically be used on any chain that wants to support it. > > Say you want send 10$ of a coin or token to a certain address every day. Well, if it was a stablecoin, it’d be pretty easy. But maybe it’s Ethereum, or WBTC, or some other token that fluctuates in price. As such, the amount of said token/coin worth 10$ always changes. Using Chainlink, you can avail the price of that token/coin, and be able to calculate the exact amount to send so that it equals 10$. There are many other situations just like this that the Chainlink network is used for. > > The Chainlink token serves a niche; it is used to pay the node operators for the data they deliver. Recently, LINK staking has launched with the advent of Chainlink Staking v0.1. This allows operators and users to stake their LINK to secure the network. > > Chainlink is used as an oracle by various DeFi protocols like AAVE, dYdX, Synthetix, by various NFT projects such as those created by the NBA, even decentralized insurance (Etherisc) and more. ([https://blog.chain.link/smart-contract-use-cases/](https://blog.chain.link/smart-contract-use-cases/)) > > # Pros of Chainlink (LINK) > > **1. Chainlink is secure, scalable, and reliable.** > > The nature of being a Chainlink node operator maintains these 3 qualities. Node operators are required to follow a set of guidelines for their nodes to ensure security. For example, nodes have to have backups for the nodes connecting to their data sources, snapshots of the chain for syncing, Ethereum to pay for gas, and more. > > Being decentralized and relying on the blockchain to secure the data feed transactions pretty much guarantees its security as well. > > Node operators also do their best to optimize the performance of their nodes and have also released multiple developments to increase scalability, such as the Off-Chain Reporting upgrade which has reduced operating costs by 90% ([https://blog.chain.link/off-chain-reporting-live-on-mainnet/](https://blog.chain.link/off-chain-reporting-live-on-mainnet/)) > > As said before, Chainlink (being based on smart contracts) can theoretically be used on any blockchain that wishes to adopt it. And with the use cases mentioned above ([https://blog.chain.link/smart-contract-use-cases/](https://blog.chain.link/smart-contract-use-cases/)), the only thing it needs is developers willing to adopt it into their respective blockchains. > > The Chainlink network also prides itself on its reliability. Being serviced by independent and reputable node operators such as Infura, Swisscom (telecom company), Huobi, Binance, and others, it relies on this network of operators to source the data needed onchain. As node operators need to stake their tokens as collateral, it also challenges them to offer good performance. > > For example, Chainlink held an “oracle Olympics” challenging operators to keep their uptime at 100% while undergoing several challenges. While 100% is impossible, the winners guaranteed 99.99%, ensuring that their nodes would be available for that amount of time while still surviving thru challenges. > > **2. Chainlink’s recently launched Chainlink Staking v.0.1 allows users to stake their tokens while securing the networks' nodes.** > > While currently only supporting the ETH/USD data feed on mainnet Ethereum, other data feeds will soon be supported. Meanwhile, Staking 0.2 is planned in 9-12 months and is expected to bring updates and developments to staking, and also allow withdrawals of currently staked LINK. > > Just like traditional staking, this version allows users to secure the network; unlike POS blockchains, Chainlink doesn’t run on a blockchain so stakers secure by raising alerts (if the oracle doesn’t report an update in 3 hours, for example). If the alerts are valid, they can earn LINK, improving the security of the network by penalizing unresponsive nodes. > > Reputation systems for nodes have also been developed, ensuring that nodes maintain their good performance and continue providing correct oracle prices. > > These two systems combined ensure every node performs well and allow users in the ecosystem to earn rewards while securing the network. > > **In conclusion:** > > Chainlink Network and its token will continue its developments in the next years as the demand for oracles increases across the crypto space. Its' progress in its tokenomics with the start of staking while simultaneously ensuring the performance of its nodes will be welcomed by users of the network. And as more and more chains support Chainlink, it won't be long until it'll be found everywhere in DeFi and other sectors. > > TLDR: LINK and its network is used in many sectors of crypto, is secure, scalable, and reliable, while its' tokenomics continue to progress. ***** Would you like to learn more? Check out the [Cointest archive](/r/CointestOfficial/wiki/cointest_archive#wiki_Chainlink) to find submissions for other topics.

CointestMod

#Chainlink Pro-Arguments Below is a Chainlink pro-argument written by etj103007. > **What is Chainlink?** > > *Disclaimer: I have interacted with smart contracts using Chainlink, though I don’t hold any of the token itself.* > > Chainlink is an oracle network, allowing smart contracts to receive (and send) external information. In short, it allows the blockchain to interact with the outside world. > > It is supported on many different blockchains, including the Ethereum Mainnet, its L2s, and sidechains such as Polygon. > > However, the Chainlink network itself is not a blockchain. Instead, it calls itself “blockchain-agnostic” meaning it can theoretically be used on any chain that wants to support it. > > Say you want send 10$ of a coin or token to a certain address every day. Well, if it was a stablecoin, it’d be pretty easy. But maybe it’s Ethereum, or WBTC, or some other token that fluctuates in price. As such, the amount of said token/coin worth 10$ always changes. Using Chainlink, you can avail the price of that token/coin, and be able to calculate the exact amount to send so that it equals 10$. There are many other situations just like this that the Chainlink network is used for. > > The Chainlink token serves a niche; it is used to pay the node operators for the data they deliver. Recently, LINK staking has launched with the advent of Chainlink Staking v0.1. This allows operators and users to stake their LINK to secure the network. > > Chainlink is used as an oracle by various DeFi protocols like AAVE, dYdX, Synthetix, by various NFT projects such as those created by the NBA, even decentralized insurance (Etherisc) and more. ([https://blog.chain.link/smart-contract-use-cases/](https://blog.chain.link/smart-contract-use-cases/)) > > # Pros of Chainlink (LINK) > > **1. Chainlink is secure, scalable, and reliable.** > > The nature of being a Chainlink node operator maintains these 3 qualities. Node operators are required to follow a set of guidelines for their nodes to ensure security. For example, nodes have to have backups for the nodes connecting to their data sources, snapshots of the chain for syncing, Ethereum to pay for gas, and more. > > Being decentralized and relying on the blockchain to secure the data feed transactions pretty much guarantees its security as well. > > Node operators also do their best to optimize the performance of their nodes and have also released multiple developments to increase scalability, such as the Off-Chain Reporting upgrade which has reduced operating costs by 90% ([https://blog.chain.link/off-chain-reporting-live-on-mainnet/](https://blog.chain.link/off-chain-reporting-live-on-mainnet/)) > > As said before, Chainlink (being based on smart contracts) can theoretically be used on any blockchain that wishes to adopt it. And with the use cases mentioned above ([https://blog.chain.link/smart-contract-use-cases/](https://blog.chain.link/smart-contract-use-cases/)), the only thing it needs is developers willing to adopt it into their respective blockchains. > > The Chainlink network also prides itself on its reliability. Being serviced by independent and reputable node operators such as Infura, Swisscom (telecom company), Huobi, Binance, and others, it relies on this network of operators to source the data needed onchain. As node operators need to stake their tokens as collateral, it also challenges them to offer good performance. > > For example, Chainlink held an “oracle Olympics” challenging operators to keep their uptime at 100% while undergoing several challenges. While 100% is impossible, the winners guaranteed 99.99%, ensuring that their nodes would be available for that amount of time while still surviving thru challenges. > > **2. Chainlink’s recently launched Chainlink Staking v.0.1 allows users to stake their tokens while securing the networks' nodes.** > > While currently only supporting the ETH/USD data feed on mainnet Ethereum, other data feeds will soon be supported. Meanwhile, Staking 0.2 is planned in 9-12 months and is expected to bring updates and developments to staking, and also allow withdrawals of currently staked LINK. > > Just like traditional staking, this version allows users to secure the network; unlike POS blockchains, Chainlink doesn’t run on a blockchain so stakers secure by raising alerts (if the oracle doesn’t report an update in 3 hours, for example). If the alerts are valid, they can earn LINK, improving the security of the network by penalizing unresponsive nodes. > > Reputation systems for nodes have also been developed, ensuring that nodes maintain their good performance and continue providing correct oracle prices. > > These two systems combined ensure every node performs well and allow users in the ecosystem to earn rewards while securing the network. > > **In conclusion:** > > Chainlink Network and its token will continue its developments in the next years as the demand for oracles increases across the crypto space. Its' progress in its tokenomics with the start of staking while simultaneously ensuring the performance of its nodes will be welcomed by users of the network. And as more and more chains support Chainlink, it won't be long until it'll be found everywhere in DeFi and other sectors. > > TLDR: LINK and its network is used in many sectors of crypto, is secure, scalable, and reliable, while its' tokenomics continue to progress. ***** Would you like to learn more? Check out the [Cointest archive](/r/CointestOfficial/wiki/cointest_archive#wiki_Chainlink) to find submissions for other topics.

noncognitive

So, I'm still a bit confused, sorry. Let's use a lending protocol as a different example. You delegate to Vitalik, then you use the ETH as collateral by staking it into some protocol. At what point does the new holder of the ETH (Lido in previous example, AAVE or maybe crvUSD in this example) have the ability to overwrite the delegation? I'm just not sure I'm following how it would work from an architectural point of view.

sevenoutdb

EthLend tokens became AAVE, worked out to something like 40X

Crypto-Diggler

Still to come this week!! $GET Protocol rebranding to $OPN Ticketing Ecosystem, with new clients, new partnerships, new CEX listing(!!) and more important: the launch of DeFi for Event Financing!!! Missed out on AAVE? This is your chance.

Crypto-Diggler

Crypto DeFi for worldwide events industry!!! Yeah, baby, leettttsss go!!! Did you miss out on AAVE? Go get some $GET Protocol or from 28th march $OPN Ticketing Ecosystem after the rebrand!

HardRUser

between getting into it early and farming it for a long time on AAVE, snx

c0mbucha

> but bought about 40 alts varying in marketcap and risk Explain? I bought into about 200 projects since 2017 and I made over $250m in crypto investing in AAVE, Link, Doge, Avax, Polygon, Fantom and many others early making 100x gains on many projects. What are you in right now that will give 100x ?

HSuke

Interest-bearing DeFi (Terra Luna, AAVE, Yearn, Synthetix, Coumpoun, Maker) and CeFi (Celsius, Voyager), and their loaning platforms. Basically CeFi was sending money into DeFi for massive leveraged bets.

ftball21

The 8% interest on *every* asset was a little strange to me. I sent my link from Celsius 😮‍💨 to FTX, earned 0.5 link and got out a few months before it collapsed 😮‍💨 Unfortunately some of my eth and btc never made it out of Celsius 😭 I was relatively a crypto noob but could see the writing on the wall. Even Terra Luna always got a heavy side eye from me… you can tell when yield is not natural. No one calls Uniswap or AAVE or Curve scams because they *provably* do what they say, nothing more. When you have to trust the words of people over trusting numbers, there will always be information asymmetry and risk of fraud. TLDR: don’t trust, verify

Tiny-Dick-Respect

Currently 100% alts. Up avg 28% on portfolio. AXS DOT PERP CRO WRX AAVE AI

CryptographerHot4636

Hmm, what AAVE we got going on today?😁

FordPrefect343

That's extremely unsafe IMO The only way to generate USDT APR is through lending it. The only Safe places to really lend large amounts is something like AAVE. Finance may be lending it out themselves, but after what happened last cycle I would never trust a cex to lend out my coins.

p4ttl1992

>ANKR: $50 LINK: $35 PNG: $35 BAT: $35 BTC: $35 AAVE: $30 LRC: $25 XLM: $25 LTC: $25 I would consolidate all of this into something that's AI related

RandoStonian

Probably depends on what project you're thinking of. Are projects still really coming out that are layer-1 only on Ethereum? Interesting choice, if so. I mostly stick with swapping on Uniswap, or Hop.exchange, or borrowing $10s of thousands on AAVE, which all work great on layer-2s.

Tormian283

use AAVE, put your BTC up as collateral and you can borrow USDC against it, up to 75% of your collateral value. self custody + open source and much more reliable than Nexo

mmarkomarko

AAVE!

Legitimate_Cry_5194

Have a sensible allocation something like 60/30/10 or if you want higher risk 40/30/30 or 30/40/30 BTC/ETH/ALTS. Buy high cap alts, ADA, SOL, AVAX, LINK are good coins. DOGE maybe a little bit, AAVE is a low cap i like. Don't trade at all possibly for the next 1 year regardless ups or downs. Get your profits when things go berserk and prices seem too high. You must have intuition about this, better take your good profits 30%-40% from the top rather being greedy and starting dreaming about Ferrari's and ending up a bag holder that took no profits at all. Take care.

thegodpopper

I own more ETH than SOL but as a retail noob, getting around AAVE and paying hundreds of 💵 in gas isn’t fit for purpose, even bridging to L2 is costly. Play with the likes of Solend and it’s night and day 🤷‍♂️

PowermanFriendship

I like taking this opportunity to roll the dice into somewhat interesting projects. Cashed out the remaining AAVE I had into some Nettensor, and swapped all my FLOKI shitcoin as I assume this will be the last decent pump on that one, and into Bonk shitcoin as it hasn't had too many pumps (even though the market cap is LOLarious, still what the hell, why not). Fun times! I put 1k of real USD into crypto as sort of play money, about 8 years ago, and over the years I just shuffle it all around. At this point I consider it more of a targeted lottery/entertainment budget than anything else. At the most I was up to like 30k, but am now sitting around 10k. I have a regular retirement fund, this is all just thrashing around hoping for a moon shot for me.

Ok-Grapefruit1284

DOT / VET / XLM / Matic / AAVE / CELR

Fair_Raccoon9333

I need AAVE to stop stealing my ONE.

der789

Thoughts on AAVE? Think it may have been scammy at one point. May still be.

BigAd4488

Thanks, I'm still reading around and doing research. But AAVE only loans out stable coins, so you would still need to convert stable coins to FIAT, isn't that still a taxable event?

afkfrom

Staking means "lending your money to someone else, and TRUSTING them not to lose that money". They will do shady things and lose your money. In crypto, you cannot stake BTC, and you cannot stake USDC. You can stake Ethereum, but this requires additional knowledge, having a node (your own server) and it's complicated. It's not worth the risk. DON'T DO IT. It's 2022. You staked your money on FTX, it collapsed, you lost 100%. Celsius also collapsed and lost 100%. Tomorrow, it could be Kraken. Even funnier than that, Kraken's own CEO said "don't leave your tokens on any exchange including my own". Keep your crypto with your cold wallet, don't let anyone touch it. Have a look at DEFI however. AAVE has 7-10% return on USDC and your tokens don't leave your wallet, so that's a good thing. Have a look at Aave and other defi protocols.

LuckyGuy3992

I like [PoolTogether](https://pooltogether.com/) V4. You deposit USDC and then the interest earned on AAVE gets rewarded to winners.

AvengerDr

How would you? Right now. You have to provide collateral. I didn't say you cannot do it, I said that to do it you have to relinquish some control over it, which is against our of the main tenets of this sub. If I wanted a loan backed by crypto, I would need to use something like AAVE. If it is not an asset supported by the protocol, it also means you need to bridge / wrap it adding additional risks. Like for BTC for example.

coinfeeds-bot

tldr; HydraDX, a growing protocol in the Polkadot ecosystem, is evolving with new developments including the launch of a lending and borrowing platform, the introduction of a native decentralized stablecoin named HOLLAR, and a proposed rebrand to Hydration Network. The lending platform is a fork of AAVE v3, aiming for efficient and reliable liquidations. HOLLAR aims to be a future-proof stablecoin with an Adaptive Liquidity framework for peg stability. The rebrand to Hydration Network reflects the protocol's growth and focus on liquidity, accompanied by a visual refresh to align with its new identity. *This summary is auto generated by a bot and not meant to replace reading the original article. As always, DYOR.

coinfeeds-bot

tldr; Aave, a leading DeFi protocol, has faced controversy and advisor departures over its governance and a proposed rewards system. Gauntlet, a risk management service, left due to disagreements with Aave's largest stakeholders. The protocol's governance, led by AAVE token holders, has been criticized for a new incentive system that punishes users of competing platforms, specifically targeting Morpho. This system would dilute rewards for users of 'non-aligned protocols' while boosting rewards for those who migrate assets back to Aave. The move has sparked debate over its impact on innovation and user choice in the DeFi space. *This summary is auto generated by a bot and not meant to replace reading the original article. As always, DYOR.

phallicpunch

Join chains like Optimism’s, Arbitrum’s, Base’s, & Polygon’s discord servers. Also hit up crosschain projects like Curve, Beefy’s, AAVE’s, & Frax’s servers. Once you joined those & after you learn what they’re doing start branching out to chain specific liquidity hubs project servers & learn about them. Then join the servers of the projects that use those hubs & learn about them. Research all the intertwined partnerships & six degrees of separation & next thing you know your flywheelin & LP chain hopping. Warning this can be extremely addictive & you need a game plan to enter & exit. I suggest choosing ETH/USDC as your liquidity vehicle to traverse throughout EVM chains. If you can’t get there easily you can’t leave easily ETHER. Also TVL & transactions/fees are food. Lacking TVL & transactions you’ll starve to dEaTH. Chain has less than $100 milly TVL pass or gamble. Don’t fall in love with a coin, but it’s ok to have a long term relationship with one. Don’t be afraid to pull out ETHER vs being somebody else’s coincuck.

CointestMod

#Polygon Pro-Arguments Below is a Polygon pro-argument written by a deleted user. > ####**High Efficiency** > > **Very Fast network** > > The main benefit of using the Polygon PoS network is that it's an Ethereum scaling solution that provides much faster and cheaper transactions. > > * **High Throughput**: Current throughput is 350 TPS for 21k gas transfers and ~150 for ERC-20 tokens. It can go faster as a [7200 TPS test with 122 validators has shown](https://cryptoslate.com/matic-testnet-just-powered-ethereum-eth-to-7200-tps-dapps-next/), but Polygon decided to keep the limit at 30M gas per block to combat spam and storage bloat. > * **Fast Block Times**: It has very-fast [2-second average block times](https://polygonscan.com/chart/blocktime). Though due to its finality being probabilistic and high chance of reorgs, you would want to wait ~32 blocks or 1 minute before assuming finality. > > **Lower Fees than L2** > > * Fees are extremely cheap, so much that [validators have been colluding to set the priority fee at 30 Gwei](https://cryptoslate.com/polygon-matic-to-raise-gas-fee-to-30-gwei-to-prevent-spam-transactions/) to combat spam ever since [Polygon co-founder Sandeep's recommendation for it in Oct 2021](https://forum.polygon.technology/t/recommended-min-gas-price-setting/7604). > * Even with the artificially-inflated fees, Polygon transfer fees still only cost $0.001 while competing L2 rollup transfer fees are usually 10x to 100x more expensive in the [$0.02 to $0.20 range](https://l2fees.info/). > * A lot of games like Decentraland and The Sandbox moved to Polygon because they are able to airdrop NFTs to thousands of players at negligible costs. > > ####**Benefits from a synergistic relationship with Ethereum** > > There is a lot of overlap between the Ethereum and Polygon communities, and they both benefit from it. > > While Polygon is technically a sidechain, it helps offload a lot of traffic off Ethereum L1 and thus helps scale it. Thus, it's filling in the same role as an L2. > > * Polygon copies a lot of Ethereum's code and updates. For example, Polygon's London update for EIP-1559 is copied from Ethereum's London update. > * Nearly any wallet that works for Ethereum also works for Polygon. > * Polygon and Ethereum both use EVM for smart contracts, so it's easy for Ethereum's large number of devs to work on Polygon. Their blockchain explorers are also almost identical, so it's easy to audit transactions between them. > * Polygon's Bor block producer layer runs a version of Geth (the Go implementation of Ethereum), so they share similar consensus clients. > * Polygon generates hundreds of thousands of dollars of transactions fees for Ethereum through [MATIC Token transfers](https://etherscan.io/token/0x7d1afa7b718fb893db30a3abc0cfc608aacfebb0), [PoS Bridge transfers](https://etherscan.io/address/0xa0c68c638235ee32657e8f720a23cec1bfc77c77), and their [Root Chain Proxy](https://etherscan.io/address/0x86e4dc95c7fbdbf52e33d563bbdb00823894c287) checkpoints every 30-45 minutes. > * Ethereum provides security for Polygon PoS through [their checkpoints](https://wiki.polygon.technology/docs/pos/heimdall/checkpoint/), which are necessary as Polygon bridge proofs. MATIC tokens are also [staked on the Ethereum network](https://wiki.polygon.technology/docs/faq/staking-faq/). > > ####**High TVL and app support** > > * **Top 10**: Polygon's TVL has declined greatly in the bear market [to $1.2B](https://defillama.com/chains), but it's still enough to hang onto its Top 10 spot. Its market cap is also still in the [top 10 at $10B](https://www.coingecko.com/en/coins/polygon). > * **Many dApps** like OpenSea, AAVE, Curve, and Uniswap support Polygon. **Reddit's Collectible Avatars** launched on Polygon PoS, which gave it a lot of social media publicity. > * **CEX support**: Most of the largest CEXs like Binance, Coinbase, and Kraken now support the Polygon network for withdrawals. > * **Metaverse**: The 2 largest metaverse games, Decentraland and The Sandbox uses Polygon for their player item NFTs. > > ####**Upcoming Polygon zkEVM** > > The whole Ethereum community is very excited for zkEVMs. > > Polygon was the first to launch a [public zkEVM testnet](https://polygon.technology/blog/polygon-zkevm-public-testnet-the-next-chapter-for-ethereum) in Oct 2022. They already have a [mainnet launch date of March 27, 2023](https://polygon.technology/blog/to-ethereum-with-love-announcing-polygon-zkevm-mainnet-beta-on-march-27th), and everyone is looking forward to it. > > #####**Nakamoto Coefficient is increasing** > > Polygon has a [limit of 100 validators](https://wiki.polygon.technology/docs/maintain/validate/validator-responsibilities/). While this is still quite low, it actually has a bigger Nakamoto Coefficient than both Bitcoin and Ethereum. The more important thing is that it's increasing. Only several months ago, it only took 5 validators to reach 50% stake of the network. Now it has increased to [7 staking validators](https://polygonscan.com/stat/miner?range=14&blocktype=blocks) of MATIC. You can track the identities of the validators, and they all seem to be distinct organizations. > > This is partially thanks to how its [staking website](https://staking.polygon.technology/validators) encourages delegates to stake with smaller validators. Validators with large stakes are hidden on the website while only the smaller ones are shown. There is also a message at the top saying: "To distribute power on the network, please delegate to other top performing validators." > > ####**Great user experience** > > I personally complain a lot about Polygon's centralization and lack of transparency. But I still use Polygon PoS more than any other network. > > Ultimately what matters to me is that it is fast, cheap, has a huge amount of dApps, has good CEX adoption, and has a great blockchain explorer. And those combined lead to a great user experience. > > For new users who don't have MATIC gas tokens, there is a [Polygon Wallet Suite](https://wallet.polygon.technology/polygon/gas-swap) where you can use meta transactions to convert bridged ETH to MATIC without first needing MATIC. > > ####**Long-term Economic Sustainability** > > - The MATIC token is used for staking, and those rewards come from both a token pool and from transaction fee. The [1.2B token pool allocated to Validator Rewards is expected to run out in 2023](https://docs.polygon.technology/docs/maintain/validator/rewards/), after which there will be no more supply inflation. Fifth year validator rewards from the 12% pre-allocated supply will total $150M. After the 5th year, validators are meant to survive on transaction fees alone. > - Currently, [transaction Fees generate $70M annually, with $40M of it burned](https://tokenterminal.com/terminal/projects/polygon). This equates to $300K per validator annually. That's more than enough to run a validator annually. So besides Ethereum, this is one of the few networks with an economically-sustainable security model without inflation. ***** Would you like to learn more? Check out the [Cointest archive](/r/CointestOfficial/wiki/cointest_archive#wiki_Polygon) to find submissions for other topics.

MinimalGravitas

The best place to start if you want to learn about DeFi dApps is https://defillama.com/. There is a ludicrous amount of info on that site if you explore it. It's also probably the safest place to get links from, certainly better than just googling. Here's their page on AAVE: https://defillama.com/protocol/aave

MinimalGravitas

AAVE isn't a centralized exchange, it's a set of permissionless, open source smart contracts. No humans to rug you or go insolvent or whatever, it's one of the OG DeFi platforms alongside Maker, Uniswap etc. Another DeFi option if you don't plan on taking out the ether for a long time is Alchemix, which provides self-repaying loans. You can convert your ether to rETH (RocketPool's staked ether) and then deposit that in Alchemix. You then borrow alETH, swap that back for regular ether and then cash out to buy the car. The loan slowly repays itself using the rewards being earned by the staked rETH. When you come to pay back the loan it will be less than you borrowed. Obviously, don't do anything based on a random commenter's suggestion on Reddit, look into AAVE, Alchemix (also Compound) yourself. I just wanted to point out that there are lots of options in DeFi and so you don't need to rely on centralized exchanges.

TrueDreamchaser

I wouldn’t worry about AAVE and Uniswap. They are self sustaining. In bancor, if lenders needed their money back they would be compensated in Bancor token, which when everyone needed their money bank at once, crashed the token value. In AAVE, if lenders need their money back, the collateral stored by borrowers is what’s used to compensate. This means that for anyone to borrow from AAVE they need to put capital down (usually ETH) just in case things go south. If there is a bank run with every lender pulling out, the collateral is mathematically enough to be exchanged for the token lent and compensate lenders. If the collateral falls below a certain value, the BORROWER is liquidated. In summary, bancor was providing high returns for lenders and non/low collateral loans for borrowers. Collateral is important. Using a vapor ware token that is hyper inflationary cannot replace collateral. On the other hand AAVE has far more realistic returns for lenders as well as the requirement for full collateral. Which may be annoying to the user, but this algorithmically ensures the protocol cannot eat lender money and not compensate them. There are other security risks, don’t get me wrong, but what happened to Bancor literally cannot happen on AAVE.

CointestMod

#Avalanche Pro-Arguments Below is a Avalanche pro-argument written by cryotosensei. > > 1. Avalanche is a good layer-1 blockchain, which will offer an alternative to Ethereum mainnet and layer-2 solutions. Its less-than-2-seconds finality is superior to that of other blockchains. > 2. Avalanche makes possible the interoperability of blockchains as it allows for speedy transfers of Avalanche and Ethereum assets between blockchains. This is because of the availability of the Subnet-Ethereum Virtual Machine that lets developers create their own programmable EVM-compatible blockchain. > 3. Avalanche has a growing DeFi ecosystem. Last year, the Avalanche Foundation rolled out Avalanche Rush, a $180M liquidity mining incentive program and successfully wooed AAVE and Curve - two significant protocols - to launch on it. > 4. As such, Avalanche has attracted keen interest from both traditional institutional giants and crypto firms. Grayscale is considering it; Celsius allows investors to earn interest on it. FTX now accepts USDC in AVAX. Even 1inch network has expanded its limit order protocols to AVAX. > 5. Avalanche has goals that it is working steadily towards, which could inspire investor confidence. To solidify its niche in subnets, it has rolled out a dedicated Avalanche Multiverse program. DeFi Kingdoms is the first subnet to receive financial support through this program. Aside from subnets, it is funding creative projects through its Culture Catalyst Fund. A joint partnership with Web3 social media platform Op3n, this fund has decided on its first recipient, Grimes, who intend to launch an intergalactic children’s metaverse book on both platforms. ***** Would you like to learn more? Check out the [Cointest archive](/r/CointestOfficial/wiki/cointest_archive#wiki_Avalanche) to find submissions for other topics.

blahhblah11

Yeah, I think so as well. But I found on Google that AAVE has ongoing airdrop which started today, so this could be legit. I don't remeber what wallet I was using for it so idk lol

blahhblah11

Just got an email with AAVE airdrop, how can I check if it's scam or not?

SheikhShake

AAVE. Rate could be lower than others, but it is the most reliable out there.

POLISHED_OMEGALUL

Which market should I use on AAVE for USDC? Is Polygon good or should I use another one?

POLISHED_OMEGALUL

Thanks, AAVE sounds good I think. Are you using the Polygon market on AAVE or something else?

DigitalDude_42

Does [AAVE](https://app.aave.com/?marketName=proto_optimism_v3) block you? I'm getting 8.42% on my USDT and 25.76% on my sUSD right now. 11.96% for USDC. Maybe [Sonne](https://sonne.finance/portfolio/)? They're giving 11.63% on USDT now. 13.18% USDC. Depending on which [Extra](https://app.extrafi.io/lend) pool you deposit into the USDC is earning 7.9% to 18.34%. [Idle](https://app.idle.finance/#/earn/yield-tranches) might block you.

TheWerewolf5

My concern with ONE and FTM specifically is that they have no leg to stand on ever since they had major hacks, and I saw that larger DeFi projects like AAVE no longer support them, which will likely restrict adoption. And does LRC have any fundamentals or hype worth paying attention to, now that GameStop is no longer working with them?

DigitalDude_42

I'm trying to convince a bank to give me a loan. I turn into Jean-Ralphio >[I'm FluUuUsh with CryYyYpto](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hgl6AoCmVlw) I wish it was as easy as AAVE or curve, they don't even *want* to know who I am.

TrueDreamchaser

DOT, AVAX, ATOM for large cap alts, AAVE, CFG STORJ, for medium cap, LIT, NCT are some of the small caps I’ve been eyeing. Not FA advice, just some projects I see being actively used and support personally.

Fair_Raccoon9333

Their protocol suffered a catastrophic failure, they didn't use proof of stake, they didn't close lending for weeks, they didn't compensate losses via the much promoted AAVE safety module that was created for this exact circumstance.

Random5483

I bought the top. I bought the bottom. I am significantly up on my investments since November 2021. It helps that I started investing in 2017, so I was up even in the depths of the bear market. But if you only look at the funds I invested since say July of 2021 or November of 2021, I am still up. Why? Dollar cost averaging (DCA). I DCA my purchases and sales. When the market goes up, I DCA sell. When the market goes down, I DCA buy. I try to keep my crypto investments at a set percentage range of my overall investments. I won't get a 100x, as I cash out slowly (e.g. 50% out when I get a 2x). But I also stuff my bags when the market crashes as I keep buying as the market goes down. With that said, some of my alt bags are massively negative. I only DCA for BTC/ETH (these make up 90% of my bag). I am down on ALGO. I am down on MATIC. I am down on ATOM (though massively up if you include air drops and staking rewards). I am down on some other alts I sold since 2021 (e.g. AAVE, TRU, ADA, and more). I was also up on alts last bull run (the biggest being SOL that I started buying at 20 and sold the bulk of my bags over $200). And I missed opportunities too. For example, I bought ETH late as I only started in early 2021 with DCA purchases. Crypto is fine as part of an overall investment strategy. Some go degen with altcoins and microcaps. Some go degen mode with 100% crypto. I keep my crypto investment small (10% of total investments). And I mostly stick to BTC/ETH (90% of crypto investments). This means my degen altcoin purchases for non-ETH altcoins is 1% of my total investments. As a 40 year old, this is the risk tolerance I am comfortable with. For a 20 year old, this may be too conservative.

Fair_Raccoon9333

harmony_one Also, fuck Harmony One and AAVE specifically for stealing my ONE.

RandoStonian

It's not like just *having* a large sum to work with automatically means they'll stop your funds up... but I'd probably work my way up over time, selling increasingly larger amounts over time-- if that's what you're looking to do. Alternatively, you could also consider bridging some BTC to Ethereum, locking it into a smart contract, then borrowing USDC from a lending service like AAVE against the value. Borrowing against the value of crypto is just a loan with collateral, so it's not taxable in most countries.

DigitalDude_42

I just noticed that [AAVE Optimism Tether](https://app.aave.com/reserve-overview/?underlyingAsset=0x94b008aa00579c1307b0ef2c499ad98a8ce58e58&marketName=proto_optimism_v3) is up to 57.82% supplier interest. 96.59% utilization rate. I suppose that means someone withdrew their Tether to use elsewhere. I doubt anyone would intentionally take a loan that high. Until things balance it's nuts.

CointestMod

#Polygon Pro-Arguments Below is a Polygon pro-argument written by a deleted user. > ####**High Efficiency** > > **Very Fast network** > > The main benefit of using the Polygon PoS network is that it's an Ethereum scaling solution that provides much faster and cheaper transactions. > > * **High Throughput**: Current throughput is 350 TPS for 21k gas transfers and ~150 for ERC-20 tokens. It can go faster as a [7200 TPS test with 122 validators has shown](https://cryptoslate.com/matic-testnet-just-powered-ethereum-eth-to-7200-tps-dapps-next/), but Polygon decided to keep the limit at 30M gas per block to combat spam and storage bloat. > * **Fast Block Times**: It has very-fast [2-second average block times](https://polygonscan.com/chart/blocktime). Though due to its finality being probabilistic and high chance of reorgs, you would want to wait ~32 blocks or 1 minute before assuming finality. > > **Lower Fees than L2** > > * Fees are extremely cheap, so much that [validators have been colluding to set the priority fee at 30 Gwei](https://cryptoslate.com/polygon-matic-to-raise-gas-fee-to-30-gwei-to-prevent-spam-transactions/) to combat spam ever since [Polygon co-founder Sandeep's recommendation for it in Oct 2021](https://forum.polygon.technology/t/recommended-min-gas-price-setting/7604). > * Even with the artificially-inflated fees, Polygon transfer fees still only cost $0.001 while competing L2 rollup transfer fees are usually 10x to 100x more expensive in the [$0.02 to $0.20 range](https://l2fees.info/). > * A lot of games like Decentraland and The Sandbox moved to Polygon because they are able to airdrop NFTs to thousands of players at negligible costs. > > ####**Benefits from a synergistic relationship with Ethereum** > > There is a lot of overlap between the Ethereum and Polygon communities, and they both benefit from it. > > While Polygon is technically a sidechain, it helps offload a lot of traffic off Ethereum L1 and thus helps scale it. Thus, it's filling in the same role as an L2. > > * Polygon copies a lot of Ethereum's code and updates. For example, Polygon's London update for EIP-1559 is copied from Ethereum's London update. > * Nearly any wallet that works for Ethereum also works for Polygon. > * Polygon and Ethereum both use EVM for smart contracts, so it's easy for Ethereum's large number of devs to work on Polygon. Their blockchain explorers are also almost identical, so it's easy to audit transactions between them. > * Polygon's Bor block producer layer runs a version of Geth (the Go implementation of Ethereum), so they share similar consensus clients. > * Polygon generates hundreds of thousands of dollars of transactions fees for Ethereum through [MATIC Token transfers](https://etherscan.io/token/0x7d1afa7b718fb893db30a3abc0cfc608aacfebb0), [PoS Bridge transfers](https://etherscan.io/address/0xa0c68c638235ee32657e8f720a23cec1bfc77c77), and their [Root Chain Proxy](https://etherscan.io/address/0x86e4dc95c7fbdbf52e33d563bbdb00823894c287) checkpoints every 30-45 minutes. > * Ethereum provides security for Polygon PoS through [their checkpoints](https://wiki.polygon.technology/docs/pos/heimdall/checkpoint/), which are necessary as Polygon bridge proofs. MATIC tokens are also [staked on the Ethereum network](https://wiki.polygon.technology/docs/faq/staking-faq/). > > ####**High TVL and app support** > > * **Top 10**: Polygon's TVL has declined greatly in the bear market [to $1.2B](https://defillama.com/chains), but it's still enough to hang onto its Top 10 spot. Its market cap is also still in the [top 10 at $10B](https://www.coingecko.com/en/coins/polygon). > * **Many dApps** like OpenSea, AAVE, Curve, and Uniswap support Polygon. **Reddit's Collectible Avatars** launched on Polygon PoS, which gave it a lot of social media publicity. > * **CEX support**: Most of the largest CEXs like Binance, Coinbase, and Kraken now support the Polygon network for withdrawals. > * **Metaverse**: The 2 largest metaverse games, Decentraland and The Sandbox uses Polygon for their player item NFTs. > > ####**Upcoming Polygon zkEVM** > > The whole Ethereum community is very excited for zkEVMs. > > Polygon was the first to launch a [public zkEVM testnet](https://polygon.technology/blog/polygon-zkevm-public-testnet-the-next-chapter-for-ethereum) in Oct 2022. They already have a [mainnet launch date of March 27, 2023](https://polygon.technology/blog/to-ethereum-with-love-announcing-polygon-zkevm-mainnet-beta-on-march-27th), and everyone is looking forward to it. > > #####**Nakamoto Coefficient is increasing** > > Polygon has a [limit of 100 validators](https://wiki.polygon.technology/docs/maintain/validate/validator-responsibilities/). While this is still quite low, it actually has a bigger Nakamoto Coefficient than both Bitcoin and Ethereum. The more important thing is that it's increasing. Only several months ago, it only took 5 validators to reach 50% stake of the network. Now it has increased to [7 staking validators](https://polygonscan.com/stat/miner?range=14&blocktype=blocks) of MATIC. You can track the identities of the validators, and they all seem to be distinct organizations. > > This is partially thanks to how its [staking website](https://staking.polygon.technology/validators) encourages delegates to stake with smaller validators. Validators with large stakes are hidden on the website while only the smaller ones are shown. There is also a message at the top saying: "To distribute power on the network, please delegate to other top performing validators." > > ####**Great user experience** > > I personally complain a lot about Polygon's centralization and lack of transparency. But I still use Polygon PoS more than any other network. > > Ultimately what matters to me is that it is fast, cheap, has a huge amount of dApps, has good CEX adoption, and has a great blockchain explorer. And those combined lead to a great user experience. > > For new users who don't have MATIC gas tokens, there is a [Polygon Wallet Suite](https://wallet.polygon.technology/polygon/gas-swap) where you can use meta transactions to convert bridged ETH to MATIC without first needing MATIC. > > ####**Long-term Economic Sustainability** > > - The MATIC token is used for staking, and those rewards come from both a token pool and from transaction fee. The [1.2B token pool allocated to Validator Rewards is expected to run out in 2023](https://docs.polygon.technology/docs/maintain/validator/rewards/), after which there will be no more supply inflation. Fifth year validator rewards from the 12% pre-allocated supply will total $150M. After the 5th year, validators are meant to survive on transaction fees alone. > - Currently, [transaction Fees generate $70M annually, with $40M of it burned](https://tokenterminal.com/terminal/projects/polygon). This equates to $300K per validator annually. That's more than enough to run a validator annually. So besides Ethereum, this is one of the few networks with an economically-sustainable security model without inflation. ***** Would you like to learn more? Check out the [Cointest archive](/r/CointestOfficial/wiki/cointest_archive#wiki_Polygon) to find submissions for other topics.

DiscoverCrypto_org

No liquidity? Excuse me? AAVE markets are rich with liquidity on OP / ARB, and so is Uniswap and almost any major DEX or DEX aggregator. You can do EVERYTHING on L2 that you can do on L1. Lend ETH / Stables / Coins Borrow ETH / Stables / Coins Buy NFTs / Sell NFTs Bridge almost any coin in or out Buy LSTs Do Perps / Leverage / the "GMX" thing you're talking about Provide liquidity (which is what makes L2 very rich in liquidity) Open vaults ETC, do your own research (this goes without saying)

RandoStonian

As far as I know, AAVE.com is *the* trusted lending spot (that isn't a stablecoin issuing DAO).

CointestMod

#Chainlink Con-Arguments Below is a Chainlink con-argument written by etj103007. > **What is Chainlink?** > > *Disclaimer: I have interacted with smart contracts using Chainlink, though I don’t hold any of the token itself.* > > Chainlink is an oracle network, allowing smart contracts to receive (and send) external information. In short, it allows the blockchain to interact with the outside world. > > It is supported on many different blockchains, including the Ethereum Mainnet, its L2s, and sidechains such as Polygon. > > However, the Chainlink network itself is not a blockchain. Instead, it calls itself “blockchain-agnostic” meaning it can theoretically be used on any chain that wants to support it. > > Say you want send 10$ of a coin or token to a certain address every day. Well, if it was a stablecoin, it’d be pretty easy. But maybe it’s Ethereum, or WBTC, or some other token that fluctuates in price. As such, the amount of said token/coin worth 10$ always changes. Using Chainlink, you can avail the price of that token/coin, and be able to calculate the exact amount to send so that it equals 10$. There are many other situations just like this that the Chainlink network is used for. > > The Chainlink token serves a niche; it is used to pay the node operators for the data they deliver. Recently, LINK staking has launched with the advent of Chainlink Staking v0.1. This allows operators and users to stake their LINK to secure the network. > > Chainlink is used as an oracle by various DeFi protocols like AAVE, dYdX, Synthetix, by various NFT projects such as those created by the NBA, even decentralized insurance (Etherisc) and more. ([https://blog.chain.link/smart-contract-use-cases/](https://blog.chain.link/smart-contract-use-cases/)) > > # Pros of Chainlink (LINK) > > **1. Chainlink is secure, scalable, and reliable.** > > The nature of being a Chainlink node operator maintains these 3 qualities. Node operators are required to follow a set of guidelines for their nodes to ensure security. For example, nodes have to have backups for the nodes connecting to their data sources, snapshots of the chain for syncing, Ethereum to pay for gas, and more. > > Being decentralized and relying on the blockchain to secure the data feed transactions pretty much guarantees its security as well. > > Node operators also do their best to optimize the performance of their nodes and have also released multiple developments to increase scalability, such as the Off-Chain Reporting upgrade which has reduced operating costs by 90% ([https://blog.chain.link/off-chain-reporting-live-on-mainnet/](https://blog.chain.link/off-chain-reporting-live-on-mainnet/)) > > As said before, Chainlink (being based on smart contracts) can theoretically be used on any blockchain that wishes to adopt it. And with the use cases mentioned above ([https://blog.chain.link/smart-contract-use-cases/](https://blog.chain.link/smart-contract-use-cases/)), the only thing it needs is developers willing to adopt it into their respective blockchains. > > The Chainlink network also prides itself on its reliability. Being serviced by independent and reputable node operators such as Infura, Swisscom (telecom company), Huobi, Binance, and others, it relies on this network of operators to source the data needed onchain. As node operators need to stake their tokens as collateral, it also challenges them to offer good performance. > > For example, Chainlink held an “oracle Olympics” challenging operators to keep their uptime at 100% while undergoing several challenges. While 100% is impossible, the winners guaranteed 99.99%, ensuring that their nodes would be available for that amount of time while still surviving thru challenges. > > **2. Chainlink’s recently launched Chainlink Staking v.0.1 allows users to stake their tokens while securing the networks' nodes.** > > While currently only supporting the ETH/USD data feed on mainnet Ethereum, other data feeds will soon be supported. Meanwhile, Staking 0.2 is planned in 9-12 months and is expected to bring updates and developments to staking, and also allow withdrawals of currently staked LINK. > > Just like traditional staking, this version allows users to secure the network; unlike POS blockchains, Chainlink doesn’t run on a blockchain so stakers secure by raising alerts (if the oracle doesn’t report an update in 3 hours, for example). If the alerts are valid, they can earn LINK, improving the security of the network by penalizing unresponsive nodes. > > Reputation systems for nodes have also been developed, ensuring that nodes maintain their good performance and continue providing correct oracle prices. > > These two systems combined ensure every node performs well and allow users in the ecosystem to earn rewards while securing the network. > > **In conclusion:** > > Chainlink Network and its token will continue its developments in the next years as the demand for oracles increases across the crypto space. Its' progress in its tokenomics with the start of staking while simultaneously ensuring the performance of its nodes will be welcomed by users of the network. And as more and more chains support Chainlink, it won't be long until it'll be found everywhere in DeFi and other sectors. > > TLDR: LINK and its network is used in many sectors of crypto, is secure, scalable, and reliable, while its' tokenomics continue to progress. ***** Would you like to learn more? Check out the [Cointest archive](/r/CointestOfficial/wiki/cointest_archive#wiki_Chainlink) to find submissions for other topics.

CointestMod

#Chainlink Pro-Arguments Below is a Chainlink pro-argument written by etj103007. > **What is Chainlink?** > > *Disclaimer: I have interacted with smart contracts using Chainlink, though I don’t hold any of the token itself.* > > Chainlink is an oracle network, allowing smart contracts to receive (and send) external information. In short, it allows the blockchain to interact with the outside world. > > It is supported on many different blockchains, including the Ethereum Mainnet, its L2s, and sidechains such as Polygon. > > However, the Chainlink network itself is not a blockchain. Instead, it calls itself “blockchain-agnostic” meaning it can theoretically be used on any chain that wants to support it. > > Say you want send 10$ of a coin or token to a certain address every day. Well, if it was a stablecoin, it’d be pretty easy. But maybe it’s Ethereum, or WBTC, or some other token that fluctuates in price. As such, the amount of said token/coin worth 10$ always changes. Using Chainlink, you can avail the price of that token/coin, and be able to calculate the exact amount to send so that it equals 10$. There are many other situations just like this that the Chainlink network is used for. > > The Chainlink token serves a niche; it is used to pay the node operators for the data they deliver. Recently, LINK staking has launched with the advent of Chainlink Staking v0.1. This allows operators and users to stake their LINK to secure the network. > > Chainlink is used as an oracle by various DeFi protocols like AAVE, dYdX, Synthetix, by various NFT projects such as those created by the NBA, even decentralized insurance (Etherisc) and more. ([https://blog.chain.link/smart-contract-use-cases/](https://blog.chain.link/smart-contract-use-cases/)) > > # Pros of Chainlink (LINK) > > **1. Chainlink is secure, scalable, and reliable.** > > The nature of being a Chainlink node operator maintains these 3 qualities. Node operators are required to follow a set of guidelines for their nodes to ensure security. For example, nodes have to have backups for the nodes connecting to their data sources, snapshots of the chain for syncing, Ethereum to pay for gas, and more. > > Being decentralized and relying on the blockchain to secure the data feed transactions pretty much guarantees its security as well. > > Node operators also do their best to optimize the performance of their nodes and have also released multiple developments to increase scalability, such as the Off-Chain Reporting upgrade which has reduced operating costs by 90% ([https://blog.chain.link/off-chain-reporting-live-on-mainnet/](https://blog.chain.link/off-chain-reporting-live-on-mainnet/)) > > As said before, Chainlink (being based on smart contracts) can theoretically be used on any blockchain that wishes to adopt it. And with the use cases mentioned above ([https://blog.chain.link/smart-contract-use-cases/](https://blog.chain.link/smart-contract-use-cases/)), the only thing it needs is developers willing to adopt it into their respective blockchains. > > The Chainlink network also prides itself on its reliability. Being serviced by independent and reputable node operators such as Infura, Swisscom (telecom company), Huobi, Binance, and others, it relies on this network of operators to source the data needed onchain. As node operators need to stake their tokens as collateral, it also challenges them to offer good performance. > > For example, Chainlink held an “oracle Olympics” challenging operators to keep their uptime at 100% while undergoing several challenges. While 100% is impossible, the winners guaranteed 99.99%, ensuring that their nodes would be available for that amount of time while still surviving thru challenges. > > **2. Chainlink’s recently launched Chainlink Staking v.0.1 allows users to stake their tokens while securing the networks' nodes.** > > While currently only supporting the ETH/USD data feed on mainnet Ethereum, other data feeds will soon be supported. Meanwhile, Staking 0.2 is planned in 9-12 months and is expected to bring updates and developments to staking, and also allow withdrawals of currently staked LINK. > > Just like traditional staking, this version allows users to secure the network; unlike POS blockchains, Chainlink doesn’t run on a blockchain so stakers secure by raising alerts (if the oracle doesn’t report an update in 3 hours, for example). If the alerts are valid, they can earn LINK, improving the security of the network by penalizing unresponsive nodes. > > Reputation systems for nodes have also been developed, ensuring that nodes maintain their good performance and continue providing correct oracle prices. > > These two systems combined ensure every node performs well and allow users in the ecosystem to earn rewards while securing the network. > > **In conclusion:** > > Chainlink Network and its token will continue its developments in the next years as the demand for oracles increases across the crypto space. Its' progress in its tokenomics with the start of staking while simultaneously ensuring the performance of its nodes will be welcomed by users of the network. And as more and more chains support Chainlink, it won't be long until it'll be found everywhere in DeFi and other sectors. > > TLDR: LINK and its network is used in many sectors of crypto, is secure, scalable, and reliable, while its' tokenomics continue to progress. ***** Would you like to learn more? Check out the [Cointest archive](/r/CointestOfficial/wiki/cointest_archive#wiki_Chainlink) to find submissions for other topics.

ApeShallNeverKillApe

A small correction - it was released last year on restricted access mainnet (whitelist), not testnet. AAVE, Synthetix and Xswap all have currently deployed CCIP integrations. General access mainnet is what is coming "early 2024".

CointestMod

#Chainlink Pro-Arguments Below is a Chainlink pro-argument written by etj103007. > **What is Chainlink?** > > *Disclaimer: I have interacted with smart contracts using Chainlink, though I don’t hold any of the token itself.* > > Chainlink is an oracle network, allowing smart contracts to receive (and send) external information. In short, it allows the blockchain to interact with the outside world. > > It is supported on many different blockchains, including the Ethereum Mainnet, its L2s, and sidechains such as Polygon. > > However, the Chainlink network itself is not a blockchain. Instead, it calls itself “blockchain-agnostic” meaning it can theoretically be used on any chain that wants to support it. > > Say you want send 10$ of a coin or token to a certain address every day. Well, if it was a stablecoin, it’d be pretty easy. But maybe it’s Ethereum, or WBTC, or some other token that fluctuates in price. As such, the amount of said token/coin worth 10$ always changes. Using Chainlink, you can avail the price of that token/coin, and be able to calculate the exact amount to send so that it equals 10$. There are many other situations just like this that the Chainlink network is used for. > > The Chainlink token serves a niche; it is used to pay the node operators for the data they deliver. Recently, LINK staking has launched with the advent of Chainlink Staking v0.1. This allows operators and users to stake their LINK to secure the network. > > Chainlink is used as an oracle by various DeFi protocols like AAVE, dYdX, Synthetix, by various NFT projects such as those created by the NBA, even decentralized insurance (Etherisc) and more. ([https://blog.chain.link/smart-contract-use-cases/](https://blog.chain.link/smart-contract-use-cases/)) > > # Pros of Chainlink (LINK) > > **1. Chainlink is secure, scalable, and reliable.** > > The nature of being a Chainlink node operator maintains these 3 qualities. Node operators are required to follow a set of guidelines for their nodes to ensure security. For example, nodes have to have backups for the nodes connecting to their data sources, snapshots of the chain for syncing, Ethereum to pay for gas, and more. > > Being decentralized and relying on the blockchain to secure the data feed transactions pretty much guarantees its security as well. > > Node operators also do their best to optimize the performance of their nodes and have also released multiple developments to increase scalability, such as the Off-Chain Reporting upgrade which has reduced operating costs by 90% ([https://blog.chain.link/off-chain-reporting-live-on-mainnet/](https://blog.chain.link/off-chain-reporting-live-on-mainnet/)) > > As said before, Chainlink (being based on smart contracts) can theoretically be used on any blockchain that wishes to adopt it. And with the use cases mentioned above ([https://blog.chain.link/smart-contract-use-cases/](https://blog.chain.link/smart-contract-use-cases/)), the only thing it needs is developers willing to adopt it into their respective blockchains. > > The Chainlink network also prides itself on its reliability. Being serviced by independent and reputable node operators such as Infura, Swisscom (telecom company), Huobi, Binance, and others, it relies on this network of operators to source the data needed onchain. As node operators need to stake their tokens as collateral, it also challenges them to offer good performance. > > For example, Chainlink held an “oracle Olympics” challenging operators to keep their uptime at 100% while undergoing several challenges. While 100% is impossible, the winners guaranteed 99.99%, ensuring that their nodes would be available for that amount of time while still surviving thru challenges. > > **2. Chainlink’s recently launched Chainlink Staking v.0.1 allows users to stake their tokens while securing the networks' nodes.** > > While currently only supporting the ETH/USD data feed on mainnet Ethereum, other data feeds will soon be supported. Meanwhile, Staking 0.2 is planned in 9-12 months and is expected to bring updates and developments to staking, and also allow withdrawals of currently staked LINK. > > Just like traditional staking, this version allows users to secure the network; unlike POS blockchains, Chainlink doesn’t run on a blockchain so stakers secure by raising alerts (if the oracle doesn’t report an update in 3 hours, for example). If the alerts are valid, they can earn LINK, improving the security of the network by penalizing unresponsive nodes. > > Reputation systems for nodes have also been developed, ensuring that nodes maintain their good performance and continue providing correct oracle prices. > > These two systems combined ensure every node performs well and allow users in the ecosystem to earn rewards while securing the network. > > **In conclusion:** > > Chainlink Network and its token will continue its developments in the next years as the demand for oracles increases across the crypto space. Its' progress in its tokenomics with the start of staking while simultaneously ensuring the performance of its nodes will be welcomed by users of the network. And as more and more chains support Chainlink, it won't be long until it'll be found everywhere in DeFi and other sectors. > > TLDR: LINK and its network is used in many sectors of crypto, is secure, scalable, and reliable, while its' tokenomics continue to progress. ***** Would you like to learn more? Check out the [Cointest archive](/r/CointestOfficial/wiki/cointest_archive#wiki_Chainlink) to find submissions for other topics.

CointestMod

#Chainlink Con-Arguments Below is a Chainlink con-argument written by etj103007. > **What is Chainlink?** > > *Disclaimer: I have interacted with smart contracts using Chainlink, though I don’t hold any of the token itself.* > > Chainlink is an oracle network, allowing smart contracts to receive (and send) external information. In short, it allows the blockchain to interact with the outside world. > > It is supported on many different blockchains, including the Ethereum Mainnet, its L2s, and sidechains such as Polygon. > > However, the Chainlink network itself is not a blockchain. Instead, it calls itself “blockchain-agnostic” meaning it can theoretically be used on any chain that wants to support it. > > Say you want send 10$ of a coin or token to a certain address every day. Well, if it was a stablecoin, it’d be pretty easy. But maybe it’s Ethereum, or WBTC, or some other token that fluctuates in price. As such, the amount of said token/coin worth 10$ always changes. Using Chainlink, you can avail the price of that token/coin, and be able to calculate the exact amount to send so that it equals 10$. There are many other situations just like this that the Chainlink network is used for. > > The Chainlink token serves a niche; it is used to pay the node operators for the data they deliver. Recently, LINK staking has launched with the advent of Chainlink Staking v0.1. This allows operators and users to stake their LINK to secure the network. > > Chainlink is used as an oracle by various DeFi protocols like AAVE, dYdX, Synthetix, by various NFT projects such as those created by the NBA, even decentralized insurance (Etherisc) and more. ([https://blog.chain.link/smart-contract-use-cases/](https://blog.chain.link/smart-contract-use-cases/)) > > # Pros of Chainlink (LINK) > > **1. Chainlink is secure, scalable, and reliable.** > > The nature of being a Chainlink node operator maintains these 3 qualities. Node operators are required to follow a set of guidelines for their nodes to ensure security. For example, nodes have to have backups for the nodes connecting to their data sources, snapshots of the chain for syncing, Ethereum to pay for gas, and more. > > Being decentralized and relying on the blockchain to secure the data feed transactions pretty much guarantees its security as well. > > Node operators also do their best to optimize the performance of their nodes and have also released multiple developments to increase scalability, such as the Off-Chain Reporting upgrade which has reduced operating costs by 90% ([https://blog.chain.link/off-chain-reporting-live-on-mainnet/](https://blog.chain.link/off-chain-reporting-live-on-mainnet/)) > > As said before, Chainlink (being based on smart contracts) can theoretically be used on any blockchain that wishes to adopt it. And with the use cases mentioned above ([https://blog.chain.link/smart-contract-use-cases/](https://blog.chain.link/smart-contract-use-cases/)), the only thing it needs is developers willing to adopt it into their respective blockchains. > > The Chainlink network also prides itself on its reliability. Being serviced by independent and reputable node operators such as Infura, Swisscom (telecom company), Huobi, Binance, and others, it relies on this network of operators to source the data needed onchain. As node operators need to stake their tokens as collateral, it also challenges them to offer good performance. > > For example, Chainlink held an “oracle Olympics” challenging operators to keep their uptime at 100% while undergoing several challenges. While 100% is impossible, the winners guaranteed 99.99%, ensuring that their nodes would be available for that amount of time while still surviving thru challenges. > > **2. Chainlink’s recently launched Chainlink Staking v.0.1 allows users to stake their tokens while securing the networks' nodes.** > > While currently only supporting the ETH/USD data feed on mainnet Ethereum, other data feeds will soon be supported. Meanwhile, Staking 0.2 is planned in 9-12 months and is expected to bring updates and developments to staking, and also allow withdrawals of currently staked LINK. > > Just like traditional staking, this version allows users to secure the network; unlike POS blockchains, Chainlink doesn’t run on a blockchain so stakers secure by raising alerts (if the oracle doesn’t report an update in 3 hours, for example). If the alerts are valid, they can earn LINK, improving the security of the network by penalizing unresponsive nodes. > > Reputation systems for nodes have also been developed, ensuring that nodes maintain their good performance and continue providing correct oracle prices. > > These two systems combined ensure every node performs well and allow users in the ecosystem to earn rewards while securing the network. > > **In conclusion:** > > Chainlink Network and its token will continue its developments in the next years as the demand for oracles increases across the crypto space. Its' progress in its tokenomics with the start of staking while simultaneously ensuring the performance of its nodes will be welcomed by users of the network. And as more and more chains support Chainlink, it won't be long until it'll be found everywhere in DeFi and other sectors. > > TLDR: LINK and its network is used in many sectors of crypto, is secure, scalable, and reliable, while its' tokenomics continue to progress. ***** Would you like to learn more? Check out the [Cointest archive](/r/CointestOfficial/wiki/cointest_archive#wiki_Chainlink) to find submissions for other topics.

CointestMod

#Chainlink Pro-Arguments Below is a Chainlink pro-argument written by etj103007. > **What is Chainlink?** > > *Disclaimer: I have interacted with smart contracts using Chainlink, though I don’t hold any of the token itself.* > > Chainlink is an oracle network, allowing smart contracts to receive (and send) external information. In short, it allows the blockchain to interact with the outside world. > > It is supported on many different blockchains, including the Ethereum Mainnet, its L2s, and sidechains such as Polygon. > > However, the Chainlink network itself is not a blockchain. Instead, it calls itself “blockchain-agnostic” meaning it can theoretically be used on any chain that wants to support it. > > Say you want send 10$ of a coin or token to a certain address every day. Well, if it was a stablecoin, it’d be pretty easy. But maybe it’s Ethereum, or WBTC, or some other token that fluctuates in price. As such, the amount of said token/coin worth 10$ always changes. Using Chainlink, you can avail the price of that token/coin, and be able to calculate the exact amount to send so that it equals 10$. There are many other situations just like this that the Chainlink network is used for. > > The Chainlink token serves a niche; it is used to pay the node operators for the data they deliver. Recently, LINK staking has launched with the advent of Chainlink Staking v0.1. This allows operators and users to stake their LINK to secure the network. > > Chainlink is used as an oracle by various DeFi protocols like AAVE, dYdX, Synthetix, by various NFT projects such as those created by the NBA, even decentralized insurance (Etherisc) and more. ([https://blog.chain.link/smart-contract-use-cases/](https://blog.chain.link/smart-contract-use-cases/)) > > # Pros of Chainlink (LINK) > > **1. Chainlink is secure, scalable, and reliable.** > > The nature of being a Chainlink node operator maintains these 3 qualities. Node operators are required to follow a set of guidelines for their nodes to ensure security. For example, nodes have to have backups for the nodes connecting to their data sources, snapshots of the chain for syncing, Ethereum to pay for gas, and more. > > Being decentralized and relying on the blockchain to secure the data feed transactions pretty much guarantees its security as well. > > Node operators also do their best to optimize the performance of their nodes and have also released multiple developments to increase scalability, such as the Off-Chain Reporting upgrade which has reduced operating costs by 90% ([https://blog.chain.link/off-chain-reporting-live-on-mainnet/](https://blog.chain.link/off-chain-reporting-live-on-mainnet/)) > > As said before, Chainlink (being based on smart contracts) can theoretically be used on any blockchain that wishes to adopt it. And with the use cases mentioned above ([https://blog.chain.link/smart-contract-use-cases/](https://blog.chain.link/smart-contract-use-cases/)), the only thing it needs is developers willing to adopt it into their respective blockchains. > > The Chainlink network also prides itself on its reliability. Being serviced by independent and reputable node operators such as Infura, Swisscom (telecom company), Huobi, Binance, and others, it relies on this network of operators to source the data needed onchain. As node operators need to stake their tokens as collateral, it also challenges them to offer good performance. > > For example, Chainlink held an “oracle Olympics” challenging operators to keep their uptime at 100% while undergoing several challenges. While 100% is impossible, the winners guaranteed 99.99%, ensuring that their nodes would be available for that amount of time while still surviving thru challenges. > > **2. Chainlink’s recently launched Chainlink Staking v.0.1 allows users to stake their tokens while securing the networks' nodes.** > > While currently only supporting the ETH/USD data feed on mainnet Ethereum, other data feeds will soon be supported. Meanwhile, Staking 0.2 is planned in 9-12 months and is expected to bring updates and developments to staking, and also allow withdrawals of currently staked LINK. > > Just like traditional staking, this version allows users to secure the network; unlike POS blockchains, Chainlink doesn’t run on a blockchain so stakers secure by raising alerts (if the oracle doesn’t report an update in 3 hours, for example). If the alerts are valid, they can earn LINK, improving the security of the network by penalizing unresponsive nodes. > > Reputation systems for nodes have also been developed, ensuring that nodes maintain their good performance and continue providing correct oracle prices. > > These two systems combined ensure every node performs well and allow users in the ecosystem to earn rewards while securing the network. > > **In conclusion:** > > Chainlink Network and its token will continue its developments in the next years as the demand for oracles increases across the crypto space. Its' progress in its tokenomics with the start of staking while simultaneously ensuring the performance of its nodes will be welcomed by users of the network. And as more and more chains support Chainlink, it won't be long until it'll be found everywhere in DeFi and other sectors. > > TLDR: LINK and its network is used in many sectors of crypto, is secure, scalable, and reliable, while its' tokenomics continue to progress. ***** Would you like to learn more? Check out the [Cointest archive](/r/CointestOfficial/wiki/cointest_archive#wiki_Chainlink) to find submissions for other topics.

CointestMod

#Polygon Pro-Arguments Below is a Polygon pro-argument written by a deleted user. > ####**High Efficiency** > > **Very Fast network** > > The main benefit of using the Polygon PoS network is that it's an Ethereum scaling solution that provides much faster and cheaper transactions. > > * **High Throughput**: Current throughput is 350 TPS for 21k gas transfers and ~150 for ERC-20 tokens. It can go faster as a [7200 TPS test with 122 validators has shown](https://cryptoslate.com/matic-testnet-just-powered-ethereum-eth-to-7200-tps-dapps-next/), but Polygon decided to keep the limit at 30M gas per block to combat spam and storage bloat. > * **Fast Block Times**: It has very-fast [2-second average block times](https://polygonscan.com/chart/blocktime). Though due to its finality being probabilistic and high chance of reorgs, you would want to wait ~32 blocks or 1 minute before assuming finality. > > **Lower Fees than L2** > > * Fees are extremely cheap, so much that [validators have been colluding to set the priority fee at 30 Gwei](https://cryptoslate.com/polygon-matic-to-raise-gas-fee-to-30-gwei-to-prevent-spam-transactions/) to combat spam ever since [Polygon co-founder Sandeep's recommendation for it in Oct 2021](https://forum.polygon.technology/t/recommended-min-gas-price-setting/7604). > * Even with the artificially-inflated fees, Polygon transfer fees still only cost $0.001 while competing L2 rollup transfer fees are usually 10x to 100x more expensive in the [$0.02 to $0.20 range](https://l2fees.info/). > * A lot of games like Decentraland and The Sandbox moved to Polygon because they are able to airdrop NFTs to thousands of players at negligible costs. > > ####**Benefits from a synergistic relationship with Ethereum** > > There is a lot of overlap between the Ethereum and Polygon communities, and they both benefit from it. > > While Polygon is technically a sidechain, it helps offload a lot of traffic off Ethereum L1 and thus helps scale it. Thus, it's filling in the same role as an L2. > > * Polygon copies a lot of Ethereum's code and updates. For example, Polygon's London update for EIP-1559 is copied from Ethereum's London update. > * Nearly any wallet that works for Ethereum also works for Polygon. > * Polygon and Ethereum both use EVM for smart contracts, so it's easy for Ethereum's large number of devs to work on Polygon. Their blockchain explorers are also almost identical, so it's easy to audit transactions between them. > * Polygon's Bor block producer layer runs a version of Geth (the Go implementation of Ethereum), so they share similar consensus clients. > * Polygon generates hundreds of thousands of dollars of transactions fees for Ethereum through [MATIC Token transfers](https://etherscan.io/token/0x7d1afa7b718fb893db30a3abc0cfc608aacfebb0), [PoS Bridge transfers](https://etherscan.io/address/0xa0c68c638235ee32657e8f720a23cec1bfc77c77), and their [Root Chain Proxy](https://etherscan.io/address/0x86e4dc95c7fbdbf52e33d563bbdb00823894c287) checkpoints every 30-45 minutes. > * Ethereum provides security for Polygon PoS through [their checkpoints](https://wiki.polygon.technology/docs/pos/heimdall/checkpoint/), which are necessary as Polygon bridge proofs. MATIC tokens are also [staked on the Ethereum network](https://wiki.polygon.technology/docs/faq/staking-faq/). > > ####**High TVL and app support** > > * **Top 10**: Polygon's TVL has declined greatly in the bear market [to $1.2B](https://defillama.com/chains), but it's still enough to hang onto its Top 10 spot. Its market cap is also still in the [top 10 at $10B](https://www.coingecko.com/en/coins/polygon). > * **Many dApps** like OpenSea, AAVE, Curve, and Uniswap support Polygon. **Reddit's Collectible Avatars** launched on Polygon PoS, which gave it a lot of social media publicity. > * **CEX support**: Most of the largest CEXs like Binance, Coinbase, and Kraken now support the Polygon network for withdrawals. > * **Metaverse**: The 2 largest metaverse games, Decentraland and The Sandbox uses Polygon for their player item NFTs. > > ####**Upcoming Polygon zkEVM** > > The whole Ethereum community is very excited for zkEVMs. > > Polygon was the first to launch a [public zkEVM testnet](https://polygon.technology/blog/polygon-zkevm-public-testnet-the-next-chapter-for-ethereum) in Oct 2022. They already have a [mainnet launch date of March 27, 2023](https://polygon.technology/blog/to-ethereum-with-love-announcing-polygon-zkevm-mainnet-beta-on-march-27th), and everyone is looking forward to it. > > #####**Nakamoto Coefficient is increasing** > > Polygon has a [limit of 100 validators](https://wiki.polygon.technology/docs/maintain/validate/validator-responsibilities/). While this is still quite low, it actually has a bigger Nakamoto Coefficient than both Bitcoin and Ethereum. The more important thing is that it's increasing. Only several months ago, it only took 5 validators to reach 50% stake of the network. Now it has increased to [7 staking validators](https://polygonscan.com/stat/miner?range=14&blocktype=blocks) of MATIC. You can track the identities of the validators, and they all seem to be distinct organizations. > > This is partially thanks to how its [staking website](https://staking.polygon.technology/validators) encourages delegates to stake with smaller validators. Validators with large stakes are hidden on the website while only the smaller ones are shown. There is also a message at the top saying: "To distribute power on the network, please delegate to other top performing validators." > > ####**Great user experience** > > I personally complain a lot about Polygon's centralization and lack of transparency. But I still use Polygon PoS more than any other network. > > Ultimately what matters to me is that it is fast, cheap, has a huge amount of dApps, has good CEX adoption, and has a great blockchain explorer. And those combined lead to a great user experience. > > For new users who don't have MATIC gas tokens, there is a [Polygon Wallet Suite](https://wallet.polygon.technology/polygon/gas-swap) where you can use meta transactions to convert bridged ETH to MATIC without first needing MATIC. > > ####**Long-term Economic Sustainability** > > - The MATIC token is used for staking, and those rewards come from both a token pool and from transaction fee. The [1.2B token pool allocated to Validator Rewards is expected to run out in 2023](https://docs.polygon.technology/docs/maintain/validator/rewards/), after which there will be no more supply inflation. Fifth year validator rewards from the 12% pre-allocated supply will total $150M. After the 5th year, validators are meant to survive on transaction fees alone. > - Currently, [transaction Fees generate $70M annually, with $40M of it burned](https://tokenterminal.com/terminal/projects/polygon). This equates to $300K per validator annually. That's more than enough to run a validator annually. So besides Ethereum, this is one of the few networks with an economically-sustainable security model without inflation. ***** Would you like to learn more? Check out the [Cointest archive](/r/CointestOfficial/wiki/cointest_archive#wiki_Polygon) to find submissions for other topics.

CointestMod

#Chainlink Con-Arguments Below is a Chainlink con-argument written by etj103007. > **What is Chainlink?** > > *Disclaimer: I have interacted with smart contracts using Chainlink, though I don’t hold any of the token itself.* > > Chainlink is an oracle network, allowing smart contracts to receive (and send) external information. In short, it allows the blockchain to interact with the outside world. > > It is supported on many different blockchains, including the Ethereum Mainnet, its L2s, and sidechains such as Polygon. > > However, the Chainlink network itself is not a blockchain. Instead, it calls itself “blockchain-agnostic” meaning it can theoretically be used on any chain that wants to support it. > > Say you want send 10$ of a coin or token to a certain address every day. Well, if it was a stablecoin, it’d be pretty easy. But maybe it’s Ethereum, or WBTC, or some other token that fluctuates in price. As such, the amount of said token/coin worth 10$ always changes. Using Chainlink, you can avail the price of that token/coin, and be able to calculate the exact amount to send so that it equals 10$. There are many other situations just like this that the Chainlink network is used for. > > The Chainlink token serves a niche; it is used to pay the node operators for the data they deliver. Recently, LINK staking has launched with the advent of Chainlink Staking v0.1. This allows operators and users to stake their LINK to secure the network. > > Chainlink is used as an oracle by various DeFi protocols like AAVE, dYdX, Synthetix, by various NFT projects such as those created by the NBA, even decentralized insurance (Etherisc) and more. ([https://blog.chain.link/smart-contract-use-cases/](https://blog.chain.link/smart-contract-use-cases/)) > > # Pros of Chainlink (LINK) > > **1. Chainlink is secure, scalable, and reliable.** > > The nature of being a Chainlink node operator maintains these 3 qualities. Node operators are required to follow a set of guidelines for their nodes to ensure security. For example, nodes have to have backups for the nodes connecting to their data sources, snapshots of the chain for syncing, Ethereum to pay for gas, and more. > > Being decentralized and relying on the blockchain to secure the data feed transactions pretty much guarantees its security as well. > > Node operators also do their best to optimize the performance of their nodes and have also released multiple developments to increase scalability, such as the Off-Chain Reporting upgrade which has reduced operating costs by 90% ([https://blog.chain.link/off-chain-reporting-live-on-mainnet/](https://blog.chain.link/off-chain-reporting-live-on-mainnet/)) > > As said before, Chainlink (being based on smart contracts) can theoretically be used on any blockchain that wishes to adopt it. And with the use cases mentioned above ([https://blog.chain.link/smart-contract-use-cases/](https://blog.chain.link/smart-contract-use-cases/)), the only thing it needs is developers willing to adopt it into their respective blockchains. > > The Chainlink network also prides itself on its reliability. Being serviced by independent and reputable node operators such as Infura, Swisscom (telecom company), Huobi, Binance, and others, it relies on this network of operators to source the data needed onchain. As node operators need to stake their tokens as collateral, it also challenges them to offer good performance. > > For example, Chainlink held an “oracle Olympics” challenging operators to keep their uptime at 100% while undergoing several challenges. While 100% is impossible, the winners guaranteed 99.99%, ensuring that their nodes would be available for that amount of time while still surviving thru challenges. > > **2. Chainlink’s recently launched Chainlink Staking v.0.1 allows users to stake their tokens while securing the networks' nodes.** > > While currently only supporting the ETH/USD data feed on mainnet Ethereum, other data feeds will soon be supported. Meanwhile, Staking 0.2 is planned in 9-12 months and is expected to bring updates and developments to staking, and also allow withdrawals of currently staked LINK. > > Just like traditional staking, this version allows users to secure the network; unlike POS blockchains, Chainlink doesn’t run on a blockchain so stakers secure by raising alerts (if the oracle doesn’t report an update in 3 hours, for example). If the alerts are valid, they can earn LINK, improving the security of the network by penalizing unresponsive nodes. > > Reputation systems for nodes have also been developed, ensuring that nodes maintain their good performance and continue providing correct oracle prices. > > These two systems combined ensure every node performs well and allow users in the ecosystem to earn rewards while securing the network. > > **In conclusion:** > > Chainlink Network and its token will continue its developments in the next years as the demand for oracles increases across the crypto space. Its' progress in its tokenomics with the start of staking while simultaneously ensuring the performance of its nodes will be welcomed by users of the network. And as more and more chains support Chainlink, it won't be long until it'll be found everywhere in DeFi and other sectors. > > TLDR: LINK and its network is used in many sectors of crypto, is secure, scalable, and reliable, while its' tokenomics continue to progress. ***** Would you like to learn more? Check out the [Cointest archive](/r/CointestOfficial/wiki/cointest_archive#wiki_Chainlink) to find submissions for other topics.

Wendysmanager24

AVAX up 205% on the 3 month chart LINK 42 AAVE 5 ADA 58 Take a long hard look at your alts folks if they aren't performing like AVAX has then you might have picked a loser. It's not too late to ditch a sinking boat and get on to a winning coin, and if this realization makes you feel some type of way then you really need to reevaluate BULLS WIN AVAX TO 80

dopamine_dream_

Hey guys, I want to get a hardware wallet. How does this work with my metamask assets? Am I able to simply import the entire existing wallet to my hardware wallet? I understand that you can connect hardware wallets to metamask but I get the impression that the assets need to be on the hardware wallet for that to work. Am I mistaken? I currently have my assets tied up in AAVE using leverage and I wouldn’t want to deleverage and go through a bunch of transactions in order to move them around.

Fair_Raccoon9333

Imo, Pendle has a real chance to reach a $3B marketcap this cycle since it is a first mover for what it provides like AAVE and LINK.

CointestMod

#Polygon Pro-Arguments Below is a Polygon pro-argument written by a deleted user. > ####**High Efficiency** > > **Very Fast network** > > The main benefit of using the Polygon PoS network is that it's an Ethereum scaling solution that provides much faster and cheaper transactions. > > * **High Throughput**: Current throughput is 350 TPS for 21k gas transfers and ~150 for ERC-20 tokens. It can go faster as a [7200 TPS test with 122 validators has shown](https://cryptoslate.com/matic-testnet-just-powered-ethereum-eth-to-7200-tps-dapps-next/), but Polygon decided to keep the limit at 30M gas per block to combat spam and storage bloat. > * **Fast Block Times**: It has very-fast [2-second average block times](https://polygonscan.com/chart/blocktime). Though due to its finality being probabilistic and high chance of reorgs, you would want to wait ~32 blocks or 1 minute before assuming finality. > > **Lower Fees than L2** > > * Fees are extremely cheap, so much that [validators have been colluding to set the priority fee at 30 Gwei](https://cryptoslate.com/polygon-matic-to-raise-gas-fee-to-30-gwei-to-prevent-spam-transactions/) to combat spam ever since [Polygon co-founder Sandeep's recommendation for it in Oct 2021](https://forum.polygon.technology/t/recommended-min-gas-price-setting/7604). > * Even with the artificially-inflated fees, Polygon transfer fees still only cost $0.001 while competing L2 rollup transfer fees are usually 10x to 100x more expensive in the [$0.02 to $0.20 range](https://l2fees.info/). > * A lot of games like Decentraland and The Sandbox moved to Polygon because they are able to airdrop NFTs to thousands of players at negligible costs. > > ####**Benefits from a synergistic relationship with Ethereum** > > There is a lot of overlap between the Ethereum and Polygon communities, and they both benefit from it. > > While Polygon is technically a sidechain, it helps offload a lot of traffic off Ethereum L1 and thus helps scale it. Thus, it's filling in the same role as an L2. > > * Polygon copies a lot of Ethereum's code and updates. For example, Polygon's London update for EIP-1559 is copied from Ethereum's London update. > * Nearly any wallet that works for Ethereum also works for Polygon. > * Polygon and Ethereum both use EVM for smart contracts, so it's easy for Ethereum's large number of devs to work on Polygon. Their blockchain explorers are also almost identical, so it's easy to audit transactions between them. > * Polygon's Bor block producer layer runs a version of Geth (the Go implementation of Ethereum), so they share similar consensus clients. > * Polygon generates hundreds of thousands of dollars of transactions fees for Ethereum through [MATIC Token transfers](https://etherscan.io/token/0x7d1afa7b718fb893db30a3abc0cfc608aacfebb0), [PoS Bridge transfers](https://etherscan.io/address/0xa0c68c638235ee32657e8f720a23cec1bfc77c77), and their [Root Chain Proxy](https://etherscan.io/address/0x86e4dc95c7fbdbf52e33d563bbdb00823894c287) checkpoints every 30-45 minutes. > * Ethereum provides security for Polygon PoS through [their checkpoints](https://wiki.polygon.technology/docs/pos/heimdall/checkpoint/), which are necessary as Polygon bridge proofs. MATIC tokens are also [staked on the Ethereum network](https://wiki.polygon.technology/docs/faq/staking-faq/). > > ####**High TVL and app support** > > * **Top 10**: Polygon's TVL has declined greatly in the bear market [to $1.2B](https://defillama.com/chains), but it's still enough to hang onto its Top 10 spot. Its market cap is also still in the [top 10 at $10B](https://www.coingecko.com/en/coins/polygon). > * **Many dApps** like OpenSea, AAVE, Curve, and Uniswap support Polygon. **Reddit's Collectible Avatars** launched on Polygon PoS, which gave it a lot of social media publicity. > * **CEX support**: Most of the largest CEXs like Binance, Coinbase, and Kraken now support the Polygon network for withdrawals. > * **Metaverse**: The 2 largest metaverse games, Decentraland and The Sandbox uses Polygon for their player item NFTs. > > ####**Upcoming Polygon zkEVM** > > The whole Ethereum community is very excited for zkEVMs. > > Polygon was the first to launch a [public zkEVM testnet](https://polygon.technology/blog/polygon-zkevm-public-testnet-the-next-chapter-for-ethereum) in Oct 2022. They already have a [mainnet launch date of March 27, 2023](https://polygon.technology/blog/to-ethereum-with-love-announcing-polygon-zkevm-mainnet-beta-on-march-27th), and everyone is looking forward to it. > > #####**Nakamoto Coefficient is increasing** > > Polygon has a [limit of 100 validators](https://wiki.polygon.technology/docs/maintain/validate/validator-responsibilities/). While this is still quite low, it actually has a bigger Nakamoto Coefficient than both Bitcoin and Ethereum. The more important thing is that it's increasing. Only several months ago, it only took 5 validators to reach 50% stake of the network. Now it has increased to [7 staking validators](https://polygonscan.com/stat/miner?range=14&blocktype=blocks) of MATIC. You can track the identities of the validators, and they all seem to be distinct organizations. > > This is partially thanks to how its [staking website](https://staking.polygon.technology/validators) encourages delegates to stake with smaller validators. Validators with large stakes are hidden on the website while only the smaller ones are shown. There is also a message at the top saying: "To distribute power on the network, please delegate to other top performing validators." > > ####**Great user experience** > > I personally complain a lot about Polygon's centralization and lack of transparency. But I still use Polygon PoS more than any other network. > > Ultimately what matters to me is that it is fast, cheap, has a huge amount of dApps, has good CEX adoption, and has a great blockchain explorer. And those combined lead to a great user experience. > > For new users who don't have MATIC gas tokens, there is a [Polygon Wallet Suite](https://wallet.polygon.technology/polygon/gas-swap) where you can use meta transactions to convert bridged ETH to MATIC without first needing MATIC. > > ####**Long-term Economic Sustainability** > > - The MATIC token is used for staking, and those rewards come from both a token pool and from transaction fee. The [1.2B token pool allocated to Validator Rewards is expected to run out in 2023](https://docs.polygon.technology/docs/maintain/validator/rewards/), after which there will be no more supply inflation. Fifth year validator rewards from the 12% pre-allocated supply will total $150M. After the 5th year, validators are meant to survive on transaction fees alone. > - Currently, [transaction Fees generate $70M annually, with $40M of it burned](https://tokenterminal.com/terminal/projects/polygon). This equates to $300K per validator annually. That's more than enough to run a validator annually. So besides Ethereum, this is one of the few networks with an economically-sustainable security model without inflation. ***** Would you like to learn more? Check out the [Cointest archive](/r/CointestOfficial/wiki/cointest_archive#wiki_Polygon) to find submissions for other topics.

trizest

Wondering weather koinily can resolve mt gox coins losses against AAVE manual long trades including APY…

ArtOfSmokeAndMirrors

Planning on stopping my buys into AAVE once I reach 10 coins Been dcaing into it weekly since 2022. What do you think? Is this a long term investment? Is 10 enough?

hiredgoon

I've been getting downvoted below the threshold trying to tell you all to look into PENDLE which for me is a clear up and coming blue chip like AAVE or LINK. Here is an [overview](https://np.reddit.com/r/ethfinance/comments/1abbg8a/daily_general_discussion_january_26_2024/kjn7k78/) someone posted this morning in eth finance for why PENDLE is crushing it. For those of you getting caught up PENDLE is up: * +50% since two weeks ago * +100% since Jan. 1, 2024 * +2700% since Jan 2023 You owe it to yourself to find an alt that is almost assuredly going to be a winner this cycle and is still way undervalued.

hiredgoon

$PENDLE up: * +23% since yesterday, * +100% since Jan. 1, 2024 * +2700% since Jan 2023 This thing is gonna be as big as AAVE or UNISWAP this run.

CorneliusFudgem

"nobody uses it" I would go take a look at the ever-developing DeFi ecosystem. start simple with AAVE and Curve.

wooly_torch

Your point about TIA is exactly where my head is with it, and I haven’t bought any in a while. But it has continued to be active with airdrops and has continued to power through a number of dips now. I’m definitely impressed with it and if it were to drop a bunch more I’d be tempted to jump in. Thanks for your side on it. I like Metis for the reasons you mentioned and I’d have to research it over again to go over more details, but I’ve been watching it early on and it has proven to perform well for a long while now. It appears to be a popular DAO to build on. Vitaliks mother is involved with Metis. We still haven’t even seen Ethereum truly wake up. It’s still sitting at an admirable volume to perform well. It’s a bit due for a dip as well, although could argue that it did dip nicely not long ago and may crab for awhile. They recently paired with Bitget wallet. They’re active with updates and announcements. Just a nice project overall. I don’t know a lot about API3 either but it is performing well with other oracles like LINK. It seems like it’s just started waking up and I’ve been starting to familiarize myself with it more. On another note, Also worth checking out Ribbon Protocol. It powered through all this dumpy movement like a champion and had some very steady price movement. I been very tempted to grab some. It goes up roughly 10% every couple days. It seems kind of similar to AAVE if I’m reading it right. The project well incentivizes its users with risk adjusted derivative trading - it’s unique for this and the positive price movement suggests that they are delivering on their promises.

Substantial_Dig_985

This happened to me back in 2021. Found $200K that I thought I had sold back when the market was in the toilet. ETHLEND (now AAVE) was the token. Just pure luck that I found the seed in an obscure place and checked the wallet on a whim that there might be a couple hundred dollars in there

hiredgoon

AAVE stole all my ONE.

maxulcgn

GRT is just one of some others. I have 12 different coins, mainly in the game and AI sector. I guess especially AI coins will outperform the coming bull market. A lot of people say look for new narratives each bull run and go with it. AI could be this narrative. Also, I am doing chart analysis with stocks since 10 years. So it is very important for me to look for nice C:R opportunities. Since there was already a first leg going up, the risk is kind of very high with all altcoins. But especially for GRT or AAVE I have identified good SL opportunities.

ArtOfSmokeAndMirrors

What do we think about AAVE?

luizfelipefb

I think this is what I'll do, I move everything out, but LDO and AAVE, once I get to 4 digits, I'll transfer than out too tnx

alterise

Honestly, both tokens are native ethereum tokens. There’s no better chain to hold it on then ethereum. Do not withdraw your AAVE to BSC (BEP20), that’s as good as not withdrawing from binance at all. The AAVE token on BSC is backed by binance (“binance pegged” if you will).

sandworm87

Honestly, it may be better to hold them on Binance unless you have more than 4 figure dollar amounts of each token. I wouldn't normally advise this because "Not your keys, not your coins", but AAVE in particular is a very gas heavy token, which means simple transfers can be much more expensive than a USDT or USDC transfer, and for the same reason DEX swaps can be prohibitively expensive. It's also usually better to avoid withdrawing to non-native token standards like BEP20, as projects often discontinue support for non ERC20 tokens so unless you constantly stay up to date with the project you can find yourself with a worthless BEP20 that can't be bridged back to ERC20.

Somebody__Online

The exchange is not doing anything other than facilitating the trading of assets. People with a lot of money for sure will used their money to move the markets and create favorable conditions for their derivatives positions. Like how CRV was very heavily shorted in money markets like AAVE while DYDX perp contracts were also massively biased short. People will open short positions and then use their on chain funds to drop the price of those assets to make their shorts print. Then close the short for profit and buy back the assets they dumped on chain to bring the price back up.

iamjide91

I won't short any defi token right now, not until the peak of the bull market. UNI, AAVE, DAFI, and even CEX alternatives like BNB, KCS, & CRO all on the list for me. Wagmi.