Nansen Blog

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.

May 23, 2025

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A memecoin supercycle is a rapid, social media-driven surge in the value and popularity of meme-based cryptocurrencies, fueled by hype, community enthusiasm, and speculative trading. These cycles are characterized by viral momentum, low barriers to entry, and intense retail participation, reflecting how social dynamics and investor psychology now shape crypto markets as much as traditional fundamentals.

May 23, 2025

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Tokenized securities are digital representations of traditional financial assets like stocks, bonds, or real estate, issued on blockchain networks to offer benefits such as fractional ownership, 24/7 trading, and greater transparency. While they enhance access and efficiency in investing, they must comply with existing securities regulations and carry unique risks like regulatory uncertainty, technical vulnerabilities, and liquidity challenges.

May 22, 2025

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Stablecoins are cryptocurrencies designed to maintain a stable value by pegging to assets like the US dollar, offering the benefits of blockchain without the volatility of traditional crypto assets. They come in various forms—fiat-backed, crypto-backed, algorithmic, and commodity-backed—and are used for trading stability, DeFi participation, and yield farming, though they still carry risks like regulatory uncertainty and de-pegging.

May 22, 2025

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Creating a memecoin involves selecting a blockchain, developing a concept, and using platforms like Pump.Fun to generate the token without coding, followed by liquidity provision and community engagement to build traction. While increasingly accessible, memecoin creation carries risks such as market volatility and regulatory uncertainty, requiring clear intentions, transparency, and trust-building for long-term viability.