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Ethena

A DeFi protocol that creates USDe, a synthetic dollar backed by staked ETH and a corresponding short futures position.

Definition

A DeFi protocol that creates USDe, a synthetic dollar backed by staked ETH and a corresponding short futures position. This delta-neutral strategy earns yield from staking rewards and positive funding rates. Ethena grew to billions in TVL in 2024 and popularized the 'synthetic dollar' concept.

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