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OpenFi: BitGo
OpenFi: BitGo

In this post, I take a look at BitGo under my OpenFi framework. While not a DeFi app, BitGo provides services to support the DeFi ecosystem in many ways, from its wallet and custodial services to its support of WBTC.

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FeaturedJohn WuJanuary 26, 2021openfi, bitgoComment
OpenFi: Aave
OpenFi: Aave

I review Aave using the OpenFi framework in this post, one of the most well-known lending applications in DeFi.

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FeaturedJohn WuJanuary 13, 2021openfi, DeFi, AaveComment
OpenFi: Yearn.Finance
OpenFi: Yearn.Finance

This week, we will be evaluating Yearn, a DeFi gateway that offers yield farming, lending, and other products, under the OpenFi framework.

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John WuDecember 21, 2020Comment
OpenFi: dHEDGE
OpenFi: dHEDGE

dHEDGE is an asset management protocol that connects fund managers and investors on Ethereum. Asset management is an area that has been slow to see blockchain disruption. How does dHEDGE score under OpenFi?

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OpenFi: Balancer
OpenFi: Balancer

This week, I’ll be evaluating Balancer, an automated market maker for any ERC-20 token, under the OpenFi framework.

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FeaturedJohn WuDecember 3, 2020openfiComment
OpenFi: Curve
OpenFi: Curve

The first project to be evaluated under the OpenFi framework will be Curve, an automated market maker for stablecoins and other wrapped and synthetic assets.

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John WuNovember 19, 2020openfi, CurveComment
Introducing the OPENFI Framework
Introducing the OPENFI Framework

There’s been an explosion of new DeFi projects and businesses this year but few ways to evaluate or compare them. I am introducing a new framework that I built using my experience at Tiger Management, Kingdon Capital, and even my own fund, Sureview Capital, that I call OPENFI.

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FeaturedJohn WuNovember 11, 2020openfi, DeFi Comment
From CeFi to DeFi: Moving Traditional Finance onto Blockchain
From CeFi to DeFi: Moving Traditional Finance onto Blockchain

Much noise has been made about institutional money making its way into crypto over the last two years, but we still haven’t seen that happen. We are still missing key pieces of infrastructure to support material amounts of capital flowing into DeFi.

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FeaturedJohn WuAugust 31, 2020Comment
A Next Level Sports Markets - Part 2
A Next Level Sports Markets - Part 2

Powering the sports betting market with blockchain can optimize odds for bookmakers and enhance product offerings for customers.

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LatestJohn WuJuly 14, 2020Comment
Opening Investment in Sports with Blockchain - Part 1
Opening Investment in Sports with Blockchain - Part 1

Professional sports entertainment is a market with much interest but few opportunities for investment. Blockchain can open the market to investors with new products.

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Featured, LatestJohn WuJune 2, 2020Comment
Blockchain: Streamline Oversight, Build Trust
Blockchain: Streamline Oversight, Build Trust

Transparency from blockchain technology creates tremendous cost savings in finance, reduces regulatory needs, and opens capital availability. The CDS market is only one example.

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FeaturedJohn WuMay 8, 2020Comment
Distributed Networks and Finance 2020: Blockchain Grows Up
Distributed Networks and Finance 2020: Blockchain Grows Up

We've come long way since the hype cycle of 2017. Blockchain is ready to overhaul Wall St's legacy infrastructure.

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John WuApril 27, 2020Comment
Innovate and Grow: Introducing John Wu
Innovate and Grow: Introducing John Wu

A re-introduction and an update on what I’ve been up to.

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John WuMarch 30, 2020Comment
Pros And Cons of a More Regulated Blockchain Ecosystem
Pros And Cons of a More Regulated Blockchain Ecosystem

Why regulation has a place in blockchain: investor protections and policing illicit activities.

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John WuJanuary 22, 2019Comment
An Overview of STOs and Private Offerings in the US
An Overview of STOs and Private Offerings in the US

A guide to understand how security tokens can be offered compliantly in the U.S.

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John WuDecember 17, 2018Comment
The Importance of Building a Community For Security Token Projects
The Importance of Building a Community For Security Token Projects

Why building a community might be even more important for security tokens than utility tokens.

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John WuNovember 6, 2018Comment
On What Makes A Worthwhile Panel Discussion
On What Makes A Worthwhile Panel Discussion

How speakers and panels can provide more valuable content to their audience.

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John WuOctober 2, 2018Comment
Blockchain’s Impact on the Global Economy and the Role of Custody
Blockchain’s Impact on the Global Economy and the Role of Custody

Cryptocurrencies will reshape our economy as adoption rises. What does this mean for custody?

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John WuSeptember 28, 2018Comment
How to Avoid Crypto Related Scams
How to Avoid Crypto Related Scams

How to tell when a new token or project is looking to abscond with your bitcoin.

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John WuSeptember 19, 2018Comment
On Common Mistakes I See In Blockchain White Papers
On Common Mistakes I See In Blockchain White Papers

Blockchain projects often make their first impressions through white papers. They should avoid these mistakes.

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John WuSeptember 17, 2018Comment
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