Decentralized Finance Part 1: Understanding DEXs and AMMs

May 29, 2026 · 7:05 AM UTC ·5 min read · 0 reactions · 0 comments · 31 views

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Decentralized Finance (DeFi) introduces a new way to trade cryptocurrencies through Decentralized Exchanges (DEXs) and Automated Market Makers (AMMs). DEXs allow users to trade directly from their wallets without the need for intermediaries, providing greater control and privacy. The article explains how liquidity pools and AMMs function to facilitate these trades efficiently.

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▪Decentralized Exchanges (DEXs) enable users to trade cryptocurrencies directly from their wallets without the need for sign-ups or middlemen.
▪Liquidity pools are essential for DEXs, allowing users to provide tokens and earn fees from trades.
▪Automated Market Makers (AMMs) use mathematical formulas to determine token prices, ensuring efficient trading.

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try { if(localStorage) { let currentUser = localStorage.getItem('current_user'); if (currentUser) { currentUser = JSON.parse(currentUser); if (currentUser.id === 2605656) { document.getElementById('article-show-container').classList.add('current-user-is-article-author'); } } } } catch (e) { console.error(e); } Mahima Thacker Posted on May 29 Decentralized Finance Part 1: Understanding DEXs and AMMs #cryptocurrency #web3 #blockchain #beginners A few years ago, if you wanted to buy or sell crypto, you had to go through a central exchange. You'd sign up, verify your identity, and trust the platform to keep your money safe. Then came Decentralized Exchanges (DEXs), a new way to trade crypto without giving up control. No sign-ups. No middlemen. No waiting for someone on the other side.

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