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Yearn Finance

A yield aggregator that automatically moves your funds between DeFi protocols to maximize returns.

Definition

A yield aggregator that automatically moves your funds between DeFi protocols to maximize returns. You deposit into Yearn vaults and its strategies handle the rest, compounding and rebalancing constantly. Andre Cronje built it in 2020 and it became a cornerstone of DeFi.

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