{"id":418025,"date":"2021-09-08T11:46:28","date_gmt":"2021-09-08T01:46:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/?p=418025"},"modified":"2023-11-12T18:30:49","modified_gmt":"2023-11-12T18:30:49","slug":"defi-tokens","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/cryptocurrency\/defi\/defi-tokens","title":{"rendered":"DeFi tokens: A simple guide for beginners"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ukfcyfixeddisclaimer\" class=\"visible no-margin-top\" data-template=\"masthead-two-columns\">\n<div id=\"ukfcyfixeddisclaimerbody\" class=\"text-center fin-text-white\" data-nosnippet><strong>Don't invest unless you're prepared to lose all the money you invest. This is a high-risk investment and you should not expect to be protected if something goes wrong. <u id=\"ukfcydscmdl\" onclick=\"ukfcyshowmodal();\">Take 2 mins to learn more<\/u>.<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<style>\n@media (max-width: 767px) { .fixeddisclaimerbody { letter-spacing: -0.4px; } }\n@media (min-width: 1350px) { #page, #side-nav-container { padding-top: 24px !important; } .gn svg.w-\\[16px\\].h-\\[9px\\] { margin-top: 24px !important; } }\n@media (max-width: 1349px) and (min-width: 701px) { #page, #side-nav-container { padding-top: 48px !important; } .gn svg.w-\\[16px\\].h-\\[9px\\] { margin-top: 48px !important; } }\n@media (max-width: 700px) and (min-width: 481px) { #page, #side-nav-container { padding-top: 68px !important; } }\n@media (max-width: 480px) and (min-width: 381px) { #page, #side-nav-container { padding-top: 86px !important; } }\n@media (max-width: 380px) { #page, #side-nav-container { padding-top: 102px !important; } }\n#ukfcyfixeddisclaimer { top: 0; left: 0; position: fixed; right: 0; width: 100%; z-index: 40001; text-align: center; }\n#ukfcyfixeddisclaimerbody { line-height: 1.2; background-color: #6c7881; overflow: hidden; letter-spacing: -0.2px; padding: 4px 3px 5px 3px; }\n#ukfcymodal { z-index: 40002; }\n#ukfcymodalclosereal { z-index: 40003; position: fixed; left: 0; right: 0; top: 0; bottom: 0; }\n#modal-content { z-index: 40004; }\n.gn .nav-slideout--active { top: auto !important; }\n.gn .fixed { position: static !important; }\n#ukfcydscmdl { cursor: pointer; }\n<\/style>\n\n\n<div class=\"docsModal\">\n<section class=\"luna-modal\" aria-hidden=\"false\" role=\"dialog\" id=\"ukfcymodal\" aria-labelledby=\"modal-heading\" aria-describedby=\"modal-content\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<div class=\"luna-modal__content\">\n<button id=\"ukfcymodalclose\" class=\"luna-modal__close\" type=\"button\" aria-label=\"Close modal\">\n<svg class=\"luna-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use xlink:href=\"#close\"><\/use><\/svg>\n<\/button>\n<div id=\"ukfcymodalclosereal\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"luna-modal__body\" id=\"modal-content\">\n<div class=\"luna-modal__wrapper\">\n\n<p><strong>Estimated reading time: 2 min<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p>Due to the potential for losses, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) considers this investment to be high risk.<\/p>\n\n<h4 id=\"modal-heading\">What are the key risks?<\/h4>\n\n<p>1. You could lose all the money you invest<\/p>\n\n<ul> \n<li>The performance of most cryptoassets can be highly volatile, with their value dropping as quickly as it can rise. You should be prepared to lose all the money you invest in cryptoassets.<\/li>\n<li>The cryptoasset market is largely unregulated. There is a risk of losing money or any cryptoassets you purchase due to risks such as cyber-attacks, financial crime and firm failure.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>2. You should not expect to be protected if something goes wrong<\/p>\n\n<ul>\n<li>The Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) doesn't protect this type of investment because it's not a 'specified investment' under the UK regulatory regime \u2013 in other words, this type of investment isn't recognised as the sort of investment that the FSCS can protect. Learn more by using the FSCS <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fscs.org.uk\/check\/investmentprotection-checker\">investment protection checker<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>The Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS) will not be able to consider complaints related to this firm or Protection from the Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS) does not cover poor investment performance. If you have a complaint against an FCA regulated firm, FOS may be able to consider it. Learn more about FOS protection <a href=\"https:\/\/www.financialombudsman.org.uk\/consumers\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>3. You may not be able to sell your investment when you want to<\/p>\n\n<ul>\n<li>There is no guarantee that investments in cryptoassets can be easily sold at any given time. The ability to sell a cryptoasset depends on various factors, including the supply and demand in the market at that time.<\/li>\n<li>Operational failings such as technology outages, cyber-attacks and comingling of funds could cause unwanted delay and you may be unable to sell your cryptoassets at the time you want.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>4. Cryptoasset investments can be complex<\/p>\n\n<ul>\n<li>Investments in cryptoassets can be complex, making it difficult to understand the risks associated with the investment.<\/li>\n<li>You should do your own research before investing. If something sounds too good to be true, it probably is.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>5. Don't put all your eggs in one basket<\/p>\n\n<ul>\n<li>Putting all your money into a single type of investment is risky. Spreading your money across different investments makes you less dependent on any one to do well.<\/li>\n<li>A good rule of thumb is not to invest more than 10% of your money in high-risk investments.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>If you are interested in learning more about how to protect yourself, visit the FCA's website <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fca.org.uk\/investsmart\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<p>For further information about cryptoassets, visit the FCA's website <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fca.org.uk\/investsmart\/crypto-basics\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<script>\nfunction ukfcyshowmodal() {\nvar infomodal = document.getElementById(\"ukfcymodal\");\ninfomodal.classList.add('is-visible');\ninfomodal.setAttribute(\"aria-hidden\", \"false\");\ndocument.getElementById(\"ukfcymodalclosereal\").addEventListener('click',function()\n{\nvar infomodal = document.getElementById(\"ukfcymodal\");\ninfomodal.classList.remove('is-visible');\ninfomodal.setAttribute(\"aria-hidden\", \"true\");\n});\n};\n<\/script><p>Defined as a sub-category of cryptocurrencies, decentralised finance (DeFi) tokens are used within applications that seek to decentralise traditional financial services. Although a fairly new sector, the tokens have quickly attracted the attention of many investors. It may be why you have found this article today.<\/p>\n\n<p>In this guide, we will explore what DeFi tokens are, outline their use cases, describe the most popular ones on the market and the risks involved. 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Funds deposited into DeFi protocols in general can be at risk of smart contract vulnerabilities, malicious developers and hacks. DeFi protocols are usually governed by token holders through a DAO (decentralised autonomous organisation).\n\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h3 id=\"Whatare\"><b>What are DeFi tokens?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Each DeFi token is developed for use within an associated decentralised finance application. DeFi applications mirror conventional financial concepts, such as exchanges, lending, borrowing and insurance. Tokens are usually built on the same blockchain that hosts the DeFi application.<\/p>\n\n<p>Built on the blockchain, DeFi tokens have the same seamless transferability and transparency as all other cryptocurrencies. However, unlike cryptocurrency coins that help secure a blockchain network, DeFi tokens are used in decentralised applications that are built on top of an existing blockchain. Each DeFi token holds a unique purpose within the associated DeFi protocol.<\/p>\n<h3>Different types of DeFi tokens<\/h3>\n<p>There are 3 types of DeFi tokens. These include:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Fee tokens<\/li>\n<li>Governance tokens<\/li>\n<li>Collateral tokens<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h4>Fee tokens<\/h4>\n<p>Fee tokens are simply DeFi tokens designed to facilitate the collection of fees generated by a DeFi protocol. Each DeFi protocol implements specific fees and processes for collection. For some, stablecoins are accepted. Others employ a native DeFi token.<\/p>\n<h4>Governance tokens<\/h4>\n<p>Governance tokens are DeFi tokens that give holders governance rights. They represent voting power within DeFi protocols and enable holders to influence daily operations and future development. Most tokens issued within DeFi applications fall into this category.<\/p>\n\n<p>Governance tokens represent the foundation of decentra. They effectively represent the \"De\" in DeFi. By encouraging community participation, holders of such tokens can actively participate in the development of the sector.<\/p>\n<h4>Collateral tokens<\/h4>\n<p>Collateral tokens are tokens that are used to stabilise a DeFi protocol. If there is a shortfall on a borrowing platform due to user loans being liquidated, any gaps can be covered by collateral tokens. As a result, price is pegged to the stability of a DeFi protocol. The tokens are vital for protocols where cryptocurrencies can be used as collateral or where synthetic assets are created.<\/p>\n<h3>List of popular DeFi tokens<\/h3>\n<h4>UNI<\/h4>\n<p>UNI is the primary token of Uniswap, which is one of the leading decentralised exchanges (DEXs). The token was built using the ERC-20 token standard, which means that it is compatible with the Ethereum blockchain.<\/p>\n\n<p>UNI tokens were launched in September 2020 as a means to reward Uniswap users. The tokens entered the market trading at $2.94. After a development period, holders of the tokens can now use them to vote on upgrades on the protocol. Investors can also stake their tokens on the exchange to earn extra interest on their investment.<\/p>\n\n<p>At the time of writing, according to coin aggregator Coinmarketcap, UNI holds a price of $18.19 with a 24-hour trading volume of $392,957,848.<\/p>\n\n<a class=\"more-link-arrow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/uniswap\">Uniswap<\/a>\n<h4>LINK<\/h4>\n<p>LINK is the native token of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/how-to-buy-chainlink\">Chainlink<\/a>, one of the most widely used decentralised oracles in the cryptocurrency industry. The decentralised oracles provide real-world data to decentralised finance applications. LINK is another ERC-20 token compatible with the Ethereum blockchain.<\/p>\n\n<p>LINK has existed since 2017 but the Chainlink application has only gained interest since the DeFi summer of 2020. As a result, LINK's price has increased dramatically over the last 12 months. While holding a price of less than $1 for several years, LINK's value reached $52 in 2021.<\/p>\n<h4>MKR<\/h4>\n<p>MKR is the governance token of MakerDAO, arguably one of the first-ever DeFi applications. MakerDAO was built on the Ethereum blockchain and offers users the ability to access crypto-backed loans. By depositing cryptocurrencies users can access loans distributed in the US dollar stablecoin DAI.<\/p>\n\n<p>MKR tokens have grown in popularity due to their requirement in the management of the stablecoin DAI. At the time of writing, DAI holds the 23rd largest market cap of all cryptocurrencies. If DAI performs well and remains pegged 1:1 with the US Dollar, the stability is often reflected in MKR price.<\/p>\n\n<p>Since launching in 2017, the MKR token has remained below $1,500. With increased interest in cryptocurrencies and increased use of the DAI stablecoin last year, DAI increased to an impressive all-time high of $6,000.<\/p>\n\n<a class=\"more-link-arrow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/makerdao\">MakerDAO<\/a>\n<h4>COMP<\/h4>\n<p>COMP is the native token of Compound, a leading and popular decentralised cryptocurrency lending platform. The token was launched in June 2020 and has become a popular investment option in the DeFi sector. The token gives holders voting rights to the Compound protocol and is used by the application to distribute rewards to those lending.<\/p>\n\n<p>As one of the younger DeFi tokens, COMP has not experienced such extreme price movements. It spent the majority of 2020 consistently below $200. However, with increasing interest in the DeFi sector COMP reached an all-time high of $800 in 2021.<\/p>\n\n<a class=\"more-link-arrow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/compound-finance\">Compound Finance<\/a>\n<h4>AAVE<\/h4>\n<p>AAVE is the native token of Aave, a cryptocurrency lending platform that is similar to Compound. The DeFi platform was first introduced in the cryptocurrency market in 2017. At the time it went by the name ETHLend and implemented LEND as its native token. In 2018 ETHLend was rebranded to Aave, with all LEND tokens transferring to AAVE.<\/p>\n\n<p>Aave's open-source protocol is built on the Ethereum blockchain and, therefore, AAVE tokens have been built based on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/erc20-tokens\">ERC-20 standard<\/a>. The token has enjoyed a bullish market for the majority of 2021. Holding AAVE provides users with discounts on the lending platform and allows them to vote on the development of the platform.<\/p>\n\n<a class=\"more-link-arrow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/aave\">Aave protocol<\/a>\n<h3>Risks of using DeFi tokens<\/h3>\n<h4>Price volatility<\/h4>\n<p>A risk that all cryptocurrencies share is price volatility. DeFi tokens are highly volatile and can experience significant price movements over a period of hours.<\/p>\n\n<p>Price volatility is a key reason why many investors remain cautious of cryptocurrencies. As easy as it is for one to make money in the market, it is also easy to lose huge sums. The lack of inherent value is one reason why cryptocurrencies are so volatile.<\/p>\n<h4>Technology risks<\/h4>\n<p>DeFi applications rely heavily on smart contracts. These are automated digital contracts that are programmed by developers. If there is a coding mistake or exploit in a smart contract, digital assets can be lost in the DeFi ecosystem.<\/p>\n\n<p>In April 2021, a hacker took advantage of a vulnerability that had been present in Uranium v2 contracts, resulting in a loss of $57 million. The hacker exploited a coding error in the platform's balance modifier logic. Similarly, in May 2021 a hacker exploited Rari Capital smart contracts by \"tricking\" them into allowing hostile contracts to gain access to funds stored in its vault. The hack resulted in an $11 million loss.<\/p>\n<h4>Flash loans<\/h4>\n<p>Flash loans are an innovative DeFi feature that allows users to borrow without depositing collateral. The feature facilitates opportunities such as arbitrage, self-liquidation and collateral swapping. However, as beneficial as flash loans are, they have quickly become one of the most common features that hackers target to directly or indirectly steal funds.<\/p>\n<h3>Verdict<\/h3>\n<p>DeFi is an innovative sector within the cryptocurrency industry and DeFi tokens are a crucial part of the system. By facilitating fee collection, providing governance rights and offsetting collateral, tokens provide many advantages to the financial products on offer. They have already proven popular among cryptocurrency investors, with many solidifying a position within the cryptocurrency market. While not risk-free, the tokens have the potential to help revolutionise the finance and banking sector.<\/p>\n<h3>Pros and cons of cryptocurrency lending<\/h3>\n<article class=\"luna-card luna-card--shadow\">\n<div class=\"luna-card__block\">\n\n<div class=\"u-grid\"><div class=\"u-grid__col u-1\/2@s\"><h4 id=\"proscons\" class=\"fin-text-green\">Pros<\/h4><ul class=\"list-4\"><li><b>Accessibility.<\/b> DeFi tokens improve accessibility to a broad range of financial services.<\/li><li><b>Increased transparency.<\/b> DeFi tokens could create new standards of transparency and access in the financial sector.<\/li><li><b>Automation.<\/b> Combined with smart contracts, DeFi tokens help the automation of DeFi applications, which can greatly reduce the costs for financial services.<\/li><p> <li><b>Governance.<\/b> DeFi tokens often provide holders with governance rights to a platform. This places the development directly into the hands of loyal users.<\/li><\/p><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"u-grid__col u-1\/2@s\"><h4 class=\"fin-text-red\">Cons<\/h4><ul class=\"list-13\"><li><b>Price volatility.<\/b> Like all cryptocurrencies, DeFi tokens are highly volatile. Significant price swings can occur within hours.<\/li><li><b>Security risks.<\/b> There is an inherent risk when using DeFi applications, which transfers across to DeFi tokens. If an application is exploited, the value of an associated DeFi token would be affected.<\/li><li><b>No regulation.<\/b> The DeFi sector is an unregulated industry. There is no insurance in case applications fail or funds are lost.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n\n\n<article class=\"luna-card luna-card--alt\"><div class=\"luna-card__block has-padding-small\"><p class=\"has-margin-bottom-xsmall\">*Cryptocurrencies aren't regulated in the UK and there's no protection from the Financial Ombudsman or the Financial Services Compensation Scheme. Your capital is at risk. Capital gains tax on profits may apply.<\/p><p>Cryptocurrencies are speculative and investing in them involves significant risks - they're highly volatile, vulnerable to hacking and sensitive to secondary activity. The value of investments can fall as well as rise and you may get back less than you invested. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. This content shouldn't be interpreted as a recommendation to invest. Before you invest, you should get advice and decide whether the potential return outweighs the risks. 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