Bringing Financial Assets Onchain
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  • Trading
    • Perpetual Assets
    • Order Book
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    • Entry Price and PnL
    • Fees
  • FAQ
  • Staking
    • Overview
    • Architecture
    • Staking Phase 1
      • Mint alloBTC from BTC
      • Redeem BTC from alloBTC
    • Staking Phase 2
  • Tokenize
    • Overview
    • Architecture
  • Lending
    • Overview
    • Architecture
      • Lending Phase-1
  • On-chain Funds
    • Overview
    • Architecture
      • On-chain Fund Phase-1
      • On-chain Fund Phase-2
      • On-chain Fund Phase-3
  • Trading
    • Overview
    • Architecture
  • User Guides
    • Network Information
    • Assets
    • Stake BTC
    • Mint alloBTC
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  1. On-chain Funds

Overview

On-chain funds are digital assets, like cryptocurrencies, that exist and operate directly on a blockchain network. These funds are tracked and managed entirely within the blockchain system, meaning every movement or transaction involving these funds is recorded on the blockchain's distributed ledger.

Key Features of On-Chain Funds:

  1. Blockchain-based: On-chain funds are native to blockchain systems like Bitcoin, Ethereum, or Solana. Every transaction—whether transferring funds, staking, or trading—is securely logged on the blockchain.

  2. Publicly Verifiable: The blockchain's ledger is transparent, allowing anyone to view transactions, balances, and addresses associated with on-chain funds. For example, you can use a blockchain explorer to see a wallet's transaction history.

  3. Decentralized Management: On-chain funds are not held or controlled by a centralized authority like a bank. Instead, they are managed through cryptographic wallets and governed by the rules of the blockchain network.

  4. Immutable Transactions: Once a transaction involving on-chain funds is recorded on the blockchain, it cannot be altered or deleted, ensuring high levels of security and reliability.

  5. Smart Contracts and Automation: On-chain funds can interact with smart contracts—self-executing programs on the blockchain. These contracts allow for automated processes like trading, lending, borrowing, or staking without human intervention.

Common Uses of On-Chain Funds:

  1. Cryptocurrency Transfers:

    • Sending or receiving digital currencies like Bitcoin (BTC), Ether (ETH), or stablecoins like USDC.

    • Example: Paying for goods using Bitcoin directly from your wallet.

  2. Decentralized Finance (DeFi):

    • Participating in lending, borrowing, or earning interest through protocols like Aave, Compound, or Uniswap.

    • Example: Lending USDC to earn interest directly on-chain.

  3. Staking:

    • Locking funds on a blockchain to help validate transactions and earn rewards.

    • Example: Staking ETH on Ethereum to secure the network and earn rewards.

  4. Gaming and NFTs:

    • Using funds to purchase or trade in-game assets, non-fungible tokens (NFTs), or virtual real estate.

    • Example: Buying an NFT using Ether on OpenSea.

  5. Tokenized Real-World Assets:

    • On-chain funds can represent ownership of real-world assets like real estate, art, or stocks.

    • Example: Holding a tokenized share of a property as an investment.

Benefits of On-Chain Funds:

  • Transparency: Every transaction is visible and traceable.

  • Security: Transactions are secured through blockchain's cryptographic systems.

  • Global Accessibility: Anyone with an internet connection can manage and use on-chain funds.

  • Efficiency: On-chain transactions can be faster and cheaper compared to traditional banking systems, especially for cross-border payments.

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