Balancer is a decentralized automated market maker (AMM) protocol for programmable liquidity, supporting various swap curves and pool types. Governance begins with a Request for Comment on the Balancer forum, progresses to a formal proposal, and is voted on via Snapshot. Voting power comes from holding BAL tokens or delegated voting power, with a quorum of 2 million veBAL needed. BAL tokenomics include a 100 million token cap and the vote-escrowed BAL system, encouraging long-term holding. Balancer has raised $32.3 million across three funding rounds, with the latest on May 27, 2021.
Orderly Network sets itself apart with its innovative orderbook-based trading infrastructure and a comprehensive liquidity layer, catering to both spot and perpetual futures markets without a conventional frontend. This design choice positions Orderly as a foundational component for other projects to build upon, enhancing the ecosystem's functionality. Currently, Orderly does not utilize its own token but hints at future engagement through Galaxe quests, suggesting potential token airdrops as a method to reward and incentivize user participation. Despite lacking a formal governance structure, with all decisions made by the core team, Orderly has successfully secured $20 million in strategic funding from leading investors like Pantera Capital and Sequoia China, among others, underscoring its significant promise and support within the DeFi community.
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Ma Earth produces "The Regeneration Will Be Funded," a series that delves into how regenerative finance can drive planetary health and regeneration. Through interviews and discussions, the platform sheds light on innovative approaches to finance that prioritize ecological and social well-being.
Kotani Pay is a Kenyan-based fintech startup that provides a technology stack enabling seamless integration between blockchain protocols and local payment channels in Africa. It facilitates cross-border remittances and financial inclusion by allowing users to convert stablecoins to local currencies and access funds via mobile money, even without internet connectivity.
