Synthetix is a protocol that enables the creation of synthetic assets, offers unique derivatives and exposure to real-world assets on the blockchain.

Decentralized Finance (DeFi) combines all kind of financial applications, from storing or sending cryptocurrencies, to borowing, earning of interest and making investments without a bank. With zero-to-negative interest rates and a lack of transparency in the traditional financial system, they are an attractive alternative.

Exchanges are an essential part of the crypto and blockchain industry as they enable the trading and swapping of fiat money and cryptocurrencies. Two main forms of crypto exchanges are distinguished: Centralized Exchanges (CEX) and Decentralized Exchanges (DEX), the latter being accessible only with a crypto wallet.