Nansen Blog

May 30, 2025

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Pendle Finance enables yield tokenization by splitting interest-bearing assets into principal (PT) and yield (YT) tokens, allowing users to separate and trade future yield independently from the underlying asset. This unlocks fixed-rate income, interest rate speculation, and more sophisticated DeFi strategies, making Pendle a powerful tool for both conservative and active crypto investors across multiple blockchains.

May 29, 2025

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Ondo Finance bridges traditional finance and DeFi by offering structured products like tokenized U.S. Treasuries and fixed-yield vaults, enabling crypto investors to earn stable returns within the blockchain ecosystem. With features such as OUSG and USDY, it appeals to those seeking low-risk yield strategies and real-world asset exposure without leaving DeFi.

May 29, 2025

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Stader Labs is a multi-chain liquid staking platform that lets users earn staking rewards while retaining liquidity through tokenized representations of their staked assets. With support for networks like Ethereum, Polygon, and BNB Chain, plus security audits and DeFi integrations, Stader offers a flexible, non-custodial solution for maximizing crypto income without locking up funds.

May 28, 2025

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Karak Network is a universal restaking platform that lets users earn multiple reward streams by securing multiple blockchains and services with a single staked position, enhancing capital efficiency without sacrificing liquidity. Positioned as foundational infrastructure for internet capital markets, Karak offers investors non-dilutive returns and startups access to decentralized security without needing to launch their own tokens.

May 28, 2025

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Staking ETH on Binance offers a low-barrier way to earn passive income, allowing users to stake as little as 0.001 ETH and earn 3–5% APY without managing their own validator node. Users receive WBETH tokens representing their staked ETH and rewards, enabling liquidity and DeFi utility, though risks like fund lockups, price volatility, and network-related issues still apply.

May 27, 2025

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Nansen will sunset its NFT analytics section on May 27, 2025. NFT tracking remains available via Portfolio, and we’ll revisit full coverage as the market evolves.

May 27, 2025

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Curve Finance is a decentralized exchange optimized for low-slippage stablecoin trading, using a unique AMM algorithm and liquidity pools to enable efficient swaps and yield opportunities for liquidity providers. Its CRV token powers governance, fee sharing, and reward boosting, making Curve a go-to platform for stablecoin-focused DeFi strategies, though users should remain aware of smart contract and market risks.

May 27, 2025

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SushiSwap is a decentralized exchange that enables users to swap tokens, earn fees by providing liquidity, and stake tokens for rewards, all while maintaining control of their assets through smart contracts. With multi-chain support, yield-generating tools like SushiBar and BentoBox, and its community-focused governance model powered by the SUSHI token, it offers a flexible and innovative platform for DeFi participants—though not without the typical risks of smart contracts and market volatility.

May 26, 2025

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Staking Ethereum on Coinbase allows users to earn passive income with as little as 0.001 ETH by participating in Ethereum’s proof-of-stake system without the need to run their own validator node. While staking rewards range from 3–5% APY and compound over time, users should be aware of the lockup period, potential withdrawal delays, and associated risks, making it ideal for long-term ETH holders.

May 26, 2025

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Beefy Finance is a decentralized, multichain yield optimizer that automates compounding across various DeFi protocols, allowing users to maximize returns without manual intervention. Its smart contract-powered Vaults frequently harvest and reinvest rewards, saving users time and gas while significantly enhancing yield through frequent, optimized compounding strategies.