Definition
DeFi (Decentralized Finance) is a financial system built on blockchain that removes intermediaries. Learn how lending, trading, and yield work in DeFi.
Why It Matters
Understanding DEFI helps you read crypto market data more accurately and make better-informed decisions when comparing coins, projects, and on-chain activity.
Where You'll See It
DEFI appears throughout cryptocurrency analytics on Crypto Market Watch — including coin profiles, rankings, and other glossary entries. Continue with related glossary terms or read the longer-form learn articles for deeper context.