Nansen Blog

Jun 27, 2025

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BNB Chain is a fast, low-cost smart contract blockchain built by Binance that supports decentralized apps, token swaps, DeFi protocols, and more—all while maintaining compatibility with Ethereum tools. With its hybrid consensus model and growing dApp ecosystem, BNB Chain offers a user-friendly and efficient alternative to Ethereum for developers and everyday crypto users alike.

Jun 26, 2025

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Arbitrum is a Layer 2 solution that dramatically lowers Ethereum’s gas fees and speeds up transactions by using optimistic rollups to batch and process data off-chain, then settle it securely on Ethereum. Built for scalability, Arbitrum offers compatibility with Ethereum apps, fast confirmations, and reduced costs—making it a popular choice for DeFi users and developers looking for efficient blockchain infrastructure.

Jun 25, 2025

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PancakeSwap is a decentralized exchange on BNB Chain that lets you swap tokens, earn yield, and stake crypto—all without giving up custody of your assets. Powered by its native CAKE token, it offers low fees, fast transactions, and DeFi features like yield farming, liquidity pools, and gamified rewards for both beginners and seasoned users.

Jun 25, 2025

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Orca is a user-friendly decentralized exchange on Solana that lets you trade tokens quickly and cheaply while maintaining full control of your assets. With features like concentrated liquidity pools (Whirlpools), double token rewards, and the ORCA governance token, it offers both simplicity for beginners and yield opportunities for DeFi pros.

Jun 24, 2025

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BlazeStake is a non-custodial liquid staking protocol on Solana that lets you earn staking rewards while maintaining liquidity via bSOL tokens. These bSOL tokens grow in value as rewards accrue and can be used across Solana DeFi apps, offering both yield and flexibility without locking up your SOL.

Jun 24, 2025

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Lista DAO is a DeFi protocol on BNB Chain that lets users borrow a decentralized stablecoin (lisUSD) against their crypto, while also earning yield through liquid staking and liquidity farming. With a dual-token system (lisUSD for stability and LISTA for governance), it combines collateralized lending, yield generation, and on-chain transparency into one powerful platform.

Jun 23, 2025

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Venus Protocol is a decentralized lending platform on BNB Chain that lets users earn interest by supplying crypto or borrow against their assets, all without intermediaries. With features like over-collateralized loans, synthetic stablecoin minting (VAI), and governance via the XVS token, it offers a powerful DeFi toolkit for managing digital assets.

Jun 23, 2025

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Solana is a high-speed, low-cost blockchain designed for scalability, using a unique Proof of History mechanism to process thousands of transactions per second. Known for its growing DeFi, NFT, and Web3 ecosystem, it offers energy-efficient infrastructure — though network reliability and centralization concerns remain key considerations for investors.

Jun 20, 2025

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Solv Protocol lets Bitcoin holders earn yield without selling their BTC by issuing SolvBTC, a liquid staking token that accrues rewards and stays tradable. Built with security, automation, and DeFi integration in mind, it turns idle Bitcoin into a productive asset across multiple blockchains.

Jun 20, 2025

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Drift Protocol is a decentralized, non-custodial derivatives exchange on Solana that offers perpetual futures, spot trading, and vaults — all with up to 10x leverage and complete user control of funds. Powered by the DRIFT token for governance and fee incentives, Drift combines the advanced features of centralized platforms with the transparency and security of DeFi.