<p><strong>Why Genius Yield?</strong><br>While DeFi provides many investment opportunities, managing capital is both complex and time-consuming. Genius Yield is your all-in-one solution to benefit from advanced algorithmic trading strategies and yield optimization opportunities. Our Smart Liquidity Management protocol is intuitive, hassle-free, and secure. Genius Yield minimizes risk and maximizes profits.</p><p><strong>Democratize DeFi for everyone</strong><br>Genius Yield was designed to address the complexity of navigating yield opportunities in DeFi. Our mission is to democratize DeFi for everyone by providing best-in-class automated liquidity management, powered by AI.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Problem &amp; Challenge</strong><br>The current DeFi world is too complex; Genius aims to simplify it for the masses. With Genius, anyone can reap the benefits of the DeFi world. - Deposit your tokens in our Smart Liquidity Vaults - Select and customize your liquidity management strategy - Watch your assets grow and take profits&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Solutions</strong><br>Concentrated Liquidity DEX combined with Smart Liquidity Management.&nbsp;</p><ul><li>High Returns: Access to best yield optimization opportunities&nbsp;</li><li>Capital Efficient: Get more out of your liquidity&nbsp;</li><li>AI-powered: Automated algorithmic trading strategies&nbsp;</li><li>All-in-one Solution: First DeFi platform in the industry to combine a concentrated DEX with a liquidity management system</li></ul>

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<div><p><a target="_blank" href="https://allincrypto.com/why-cardano-better-than-ethereum/">Cardano is on the rise </a>to becoming a strong, decentralized financial ecosystem as it expands its network with the Midnight privacy sidechain.</p><p><a target="_blank" href="https://allincrypto.com/cardano-ada-us-crypto-reserve-future-outlook-price-prediction/">The ADA token, </a>at the heart of Cardano, enables decentralized applications to be built and interacted with, as Cardano’s TVL (Total Value Locked) makes new highs each year.</p><p>With <a target="_blank" href="https://allincrypto.com/trump-crypto-reserve-why-cardano-ripple-solana-took-center-stage/">President Trump name-dropping Cardano </a>as a blockchain to be added to an upcoming crypto reserve, let’s dive into some of the top DeFi projects on Cardano and what they do best.</p><p>With a TVL of $258 million, DeFi on Cardano is still being incubated as the ecosystem,<a target="_blank" href="https://allincrypto.com/charles-hoskinson-shares-strong-opinion-on-ripple-xrp-cardano-partnerships/"> led by Charles Hoskinson, </a>pushes the development of a new sidechain and institutional adoption for the network.</p><div><figure><img src="https://allincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/image-30-1024x466.png" alt="Cardano TVL DeFi" srcset="https://allincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/image-30-1024x466.png 1024w, https://allincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/image-30-300x137.png 300w, https://allincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/image-30-768x350.png 768w, https://allincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/image-30-150x68.png 150w, https://allincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/image-30-450x205.png 450w, https://allincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/image-30.png 1061w" /></figure></div><p>Outside of<a target="_blank" href="https://allincrypto.com/cardano-midnight-coming-37m-wallets-across-xrp-sol-eth-eligible/"> the Midnight sidechain </a>and institutional players, Cardano is home to a growing DeFi community and token users who are building new dApps for the blockchain. </p><p>From decentralized exchanges to yield-bearing platforms, let’s take a peek at what’s been cooking under the decentralized bonnet of Cardano and what network users are getting out of the network. </p><h2>Top Cardano DeFi projects </h2><h2>Genius Yield</h2><p>On Cardano, <a target="_blank" href="https://defillama.com/chain/Cardano">Genius Yield</a> is a decentralized financial platform for intelligent, automated yield optimization, helping users earn yields on their holdings and crypto assets.</p><p>The unique EUTxO (Extended Unspent Transaction Output) model is at the heart of Genius Yield and allows the platform to be secured and efficient. </p><div><figure><img src="https://allincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/image-27-1024x619.png" alt="Genius Yield on Cardano ADA DeFi" srcset="https://allincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/image-27-1024x619.png 1024w, https://allincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/image-27-300x181.png 300w, https://allincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/image-27-768x464.png 768w, https://allincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/image-27-150x91.png 150w, https://allincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/image-27-450x272.png 450w, https://allincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/image-27-1200x725.png 1200w, https://allincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/image-27.png 1216w" /></figure></div><p>Instead of Ethereum-based models, the EUTxO model allows Genius Yield users to process more than one order for the same trading pair, all within one block. By using this model, orders can be filled into a single transaction.</p><p>As a result, Genius Yield is more cost-effective and efficient compared to its Ethereum counterparts. Another feature of the platform is the ability to use Smart Order Routers and Market Maker Bots (MMBs).</p><p>The project is open-source and comes with fee sharing, fast token swaps, and staking. As a community-first platform, the Genius Yield DAO (Decentralized Autonomous Organization) is an important part of the Genius Yield pie. </p><h2>Minswap</h2><p>After launching mainnet in 2022, <a target="_blank" href="https://minswap.org/">Minswap </a>has become the most used decentralized exchange on <a target="_blank" href="https://allincrypto.com/cardano-founder-predicts-us-will-lead-global-integrations-of-crypto-blockchain/">the Cardano blockchain </a>with a $78 million TVL as of April 2025. </p><div><figure><img src="https://allincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/image-28.png" alt="Minswap Cardano ADA community DeFi" srcset="https://allincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/image-28.png 868w, https://allincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/image-28-300x227.png 300w, https://allincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/image-28-768x582.png 768w, https://allincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/image-28-150x114.png 150w, https://allincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/image-28-450x341.png 450w" /></figure></div><p>The platform is home to a wide range of features including token swaps, yield farming to earn MIN, liquidity pools, and community governance giving users a say in how the platform is run. </p><p>With liquidity pools, users can deposit Cardano-based tokens and earn trading fees as rewards, gaining LP tokens. </p><p>For yield farming, users are able to stake their LP tokens for MIN, the platform’s native token. Currently, the platform’s staking incentives are at 12% for the ADA token, one of the highest on the Cardano network. </p><p>Minswap is also home to its own project launchpad called Launch Bowl, allowing developers to raise funds for their projects and launch them on Cardano. As of April 2025, 71 projects have been launched with over 9,000 participants. </p><p>As a DEX, Minswap is one of the main dApps for Cardano traders due to its ease of use and features, although, many users have pointed out that, unlike Genius Yield, Minswap is not open-source. </p><h2>Lenfi</h2><p><a target="_blank" href="https://app.lenfi.io/">Lenfi </a>is a decentralized lending and borrowing platform on the Cardano network. Launched in 2021, Lenfi has become a top platform for lending and borrowing services on Cardano.</p><div><figure><img src="https://allincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/image-29-1024x587.png" alt="Lenfi cardano DeFi" srcset="https://allincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/image-29-1024x587.png 1024w, https://allincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/image-29-300x172.png 300w, https://allincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/image-29-768x440.png 768w, https://allincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/image-29-150x86.png 150w, https://allincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/image-29-450x258.png 450w, https://allincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/image-29.png 1146w" /></figure></div><p>On Lenfi, users are able to manage and create their own custom lending pools, creating a wide, growing market of liquidity pools. </p><p>Other unique features include borrowers receiving tokenized debt bonds in the form of NFTs making them tradable.</p><p>There is also support for other users to become liquidators with open liquidations, possible with the platform’s strong community.</p><p>Like Genius Yield, Lenfi is powered by the EUTxO model, unique to the Cardano ecosystem allowing for greater efficiency and decentralization. </p><h2>The state of Cardano DeFi and the Midnight sidechain</h2><p>Cardano is set to become an important network<a target="_blank" href="https://allincrypto.com/a-closer-look-at-ripple-xrp-vs-traditional-bank-transfers/"> alongside Ripple’s XRP,</a> Ethereum, and other leading altcoins. </p><p>With the Midnight privacy sidechain, 37 million wallets will be eligible for the NIGHT token airdrop which they will need to claim on Cardano.</p><p>As a result, millions of new users from other networks will be coming to Cardano, and during their visit, they may explore ADA’s DeFi options, bringing Cardano closer together with other networks and boosting its DeFi population in the process.</p></div>

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Top DeFi Projects on Cardano in 2025

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<li><strong>Cardano is gearing up for the Plomin hard fork upgrade expected in January 2025, which will bring full decentralized governance to the mainnet.</strong></li>
<li><strong>Several decentralized applications (dApps) and major exchanges have signaled their readiness for the Plomin hard fork.</strong></li>
<li><strong>For the upgrade to pass, at least 51% of stake pool operators need to vote “yes” by January 29, 2025, when the governance action expires.</strong></li>
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<p><a href="https://cardano.org/" target="_blank" title>Cardano</a>, a significant player in the blockchain ecosystem, is preparing for a substantial upgrade with the expected Plomin hard fork in January 2025. Intersect, a member-based organization for the Cardano community, has recently shared crucial updates regarding this transition.</p>
<h3>The Upcoming Hard Fork</h3>
<p>As previously reported, the governance action for the Plomin hard fork on the Cardano mainnet was submitted on-chain on December 20th. This pivotal action signifies a new era for blockchain governance. If approved, this will instigate full governance as stipulated in CIP-1694, concluding the technical bootstrapping phase.</p>
<h3>Intersect’s Anticipation on the Plomin Hard Fork</h3>
<p>Intersect’s latest update foresees the potential activation of the Plomin hard fork on the Cardano mainnet in January. It outlines the possible epoch boundary dates for the upgrade. However, this prediction depends on the ratification of the governance action by the stake pool operators (SPOs) and the Intersect Constitutional Committee (ICC). The crucial dates for this process are January 14th, 19th, and 24th, with the final deadline for vote submission being January 29th, 2025.</p>
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<h3>Cardano’s Vision for Decentralization</h3>
<p>This proposed shift aligns with Cardano’s long-term aim to evolve into a fully decentralized and self-governing <a target="_blank" href="https://blocknews.com/blockchain-technology-spearheads-climate-action-at-cop28/" title="Blockchain Technology Spearheads Climate Action at COP28">blockchain</a>. If the governance action is successfully ratified, it will herald a groundbreaking era of decentralized governance for Cardano.</p>
<h3>Exchanges and dApps Ready for the Upgrade</h3>
<p>The Cardano community, with keen interest, has been closely tracking the progress of the governance action and the readiness for the Plomin upgrade. Intersect’s latest update sheds light on the preparedness of <a target="_blank" href="https://blocknews.com/explore-dapps-effortlessly-with-binances-new-web3-wallet/" title="Explore dApps Effortlessly with Binance’s New Web3 Wallet">dApps </a>and exchanges, highlighting those that have indicated their readiness for the hard fork action.</p>
<h3>Intersect’s Update on dApps and Exchanges</h3>
<p>Intersect has identified the first batch of dApps that have affirmed their readiness for the Plomin hard fork. These include Danogo, Fluid Tokens, Genius Yield, Minswap, Snekdotfun, Splash, Summon, Tempo, and Wanchain. Additionally, exchanges such as <a href="https://www.bitrue.com/" target="_blank" title>Bitrue</a>, <a href="https://cex.io/" target="_blank" title>CEX.IO</a>, <a href="https://coinbase.com/" target="_blank" title>Coinbase</a>, Crypto.com, Gate.io, <a target="_blank" href="https://blocknews.com/kraken-to-shut-down-nft-marketplace-by-february-2025/" title="Kraken to Shut Down NFT Marketplace by February 2025">Kraken</a>, OKX, and Upbit have also confirmed their readiness.</p>
<h3>Current Status of the Plomin Upgrade</h3>
<p>As of the January 6th update on the Plomin upgrade, 79% of SPOs are currently producing blocks on Node version 10. Out of 213 SPOs, 209 have cast their votes in favor of the upgrade, representing 17% of the stake. For the Plomin hard fork to pass, a minimum of 51% of the stake must vote “yes.” The governance action for the Plomin hard fork will expire on January 29th.</p>
<h3>Conclusion</h3>
<p>The forthcoming Plomin hard fork represents a significant milestone for Cardano and its quest for decentralization. With the community and many exchanges and dApps signaling their readiness, the blockchain world awaits with bated breath for the outcome on January 29th, 2025.</p>
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Everything You Need to Know About Cardano’s Upcoming Hard Fork – BlockNews.com

<p style="margin-left:0px;"><i>10th of October, 2024, Zug, Switzerland:</i> Genius Yield, the community-centric Cardano DEX, is thrilled to announce the partnership with FluidTokens, the Cardano DeFi protocol that offers users a variety of non-custodial financial services.</p><p style="margin-left:0px;">Built on Cardano’s EUTxO smart contracts, Genius Yield offers unparalleled security while ensuring a seamless and efficient trading experience. As a community-centric DEX, Genius Yield open-sourced selected, core elements of its DEX and gives back 20% of the collected fees to $GENS stakers.</p><p style="margin-left:0px;">FluidTokens provides non-custodial financial services on Cardano, allowing users to leverage their on-chain assets in a permissionless manner. Whether borrowing against assets or lending them out to earn an APR, FluidTokens enables decentralized financial autonomy for its users.</p><p style="margin-left:0px;">Partnership Scope:</p><ul><li>Enhancing the user experience on order-book DEX-s: by combining Genius Yield’s and FluidTokens’ advanced tech and in-depth Cardano experience, both partners aim to streamline and improve the user experience for trading on order-book DEXes, emulating the smooth and familiar experience seen on centralized exchanges</li><li>Liquidity provision while retaining staking rewards: through this partnership, projects will be able to provide liquidity while maintaining their staking rewards and Catalyst voting power — an offering unique to the Cardano blockchain.</li></ul><p style="margin-left:0px;">We look forward to driving innovation and providing cutting-edge solutions for the whole Cardano community through this collaboration, leveraging the combined expertise of both teams in maximizing Cardano technology. Stay tuned for more updates!</p><p style="margin-left:0px;"><strong>The Community DEX</strong></p><p style="margin-left:0px;">At Genius Yield we firmly believe that sustainable growth can be achieved through collaboration with the Cardano community and the ecosystem. That’s why selected, core elements of our DEX were open-sourced:</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.geniusyield.co/marketmakerbot"><u>Market Maker Bots</u></a></li><li><a href="https://www.geniusyield.co/smartorderrouter"><u>Smart Order Routers</u></a></li><li><a href="https://github.com/geniusyield/atlas"><u>Plutus Application Backend “Atlas”</u></a></li><li><a href="https://github.com/geniusyield/dex-contracts-api/blob/main/geniusyield-onchain/src/GeniusYield/OnChain/DEX/README.md"><u>DEX Smart Contracts</u></a></li><li><a href="https://github.com/geniusyield/dex-contracts-api"><u>DEX API Server</u></a></li></ul>

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