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Raydium (DeFi)

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Raydium
Original author(s)Anonymous team ("AlphaRay," "XRay," and others)
Developer(s)Raydium Core Development Team
Initial releaseFebruary 2021
Repositoryhttps://github.com/raydium-io
Written inRust, C++ (Solana-based)
MiddlewareSerum (for order book integration)
EngineSolana Blockchain Framework
Operating systemCross-platform (Web-based)
PlatformSolana Blockchain
PredecessorTraditional AMM-based DEXs (on Ethereum)
Service nameRaydium
Standard(s)Solana SPL Token Standard
TypeDecentralized Exchange (DEX), DeFi Platform
LicenseOpen-source (GitHub)
Websitehttps://raydium.io/swap/?inputMint=sol&outputMint=4k3Dyjzvzp8eMZWUXbBCjEvwSkkk59S5iCNLY3QrkX6R
As ofDecember 2024

Raydium is a decentralized exchange[1] (DEX) built on the Solana blockchain. It provides automated market making[2] (AMM) and liquidity provision through its on-chain order book system. Unlike traditional DEXs, Raydium integrates directly with the Serum[3] decentralized exchange, enabling shared liquidity and faster trade execution.[4][5][6]

History

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Raydium was launched in February 2021 by an anonymous team known collectively as "AlphaRay[7]," "XRay," and other pseudonymous developers. Its creation aimed to address scalability and transaction speed issues common in Ethereum-based DEXs by leveraging Solana's high-performance blockchain.[8]

Features

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1. Automated Market Maker (AMM)

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Raydium uses an AMM model where users can provide liquidity by depositing token pairs into liquidity pools. This allows for trustless trading and yield generation through fees earned from swaps.[9]

RAY Token[10] Initial Distribution[11]

2. Order Book Integration

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Raydium connects with Serum's on-chain order book, enabling users to access broader liquidity. This integration differentiates Raydium from typical AMM-based DEXs.[9]

3. Yield Farming[12]

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Liquidity providers can stake their LP tokens to earn RAY,[13] the platform's native token, through various farming programs.[14]

4. Staking[15]

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RAY holders can stake tokens directly on the platform for additional rewards, enhancing passive income opportunities.[16][17]

5. Launchpad (AcceleRaytor[18])

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RAY Token Projected Circulating Supply[19]

Raydium's AcceleRaytor platform supports token launches for new blockchain projects, providing early investment opportunities for users.[20][21][22]

Governance

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Raydium follows a decentralized governance model through the RAY token. Holders can vote on platform updates, new liquidity pools, and key protocol changes. Governance decisions are implemented based on community voting results.[23]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ https://www.coinbase.com/en-gb/learn/crypto-basics/what-is-a-dex
  2. ^ https://www.gemini.com/cryptopedia/amm-what-are-automated-market-makers#section-automated-market-makers-101
  3. ^ https://stakingfacilities.com/blog/serum-dex-what-is-srm
  4. ^ "Swap". Raydium. Retrieved 2024-12-11.
  5. ^ "What is Raydium? | RAY Crypto | Delphi Digital". members.delphidigital.io. Retrieved 2024-12-11.
  6. ^ "What is Raydium?". www.thebigwhale.io. Retrieved 2024-12-11.
  7. ^ https://iq.wiki/wiki/alpharay
  8. ^ "Raydium - Decentralized Finance | IQ.wiki". iq.wiki. Retrieved 2024-12-11.
  9. ^ a b Heyden, Nathan van der (2021-08-28). "DeFi Project Spotlight: Raydium, Solana's Top Automated Market Maker". Crypto Briefing. Retrieved 2024-12-11.
  10. ^ https://www.coingecko.com/en/coins/raydium
  11. ^ "Raydium Price: RAY Live Price Chart, Market Cap & News Today". CoinGecko. Retrieved 2024-12-11.
  12. ^ https://www.bitcoin.com/get-started/what-is-yield-farming/
  13. ^ https://www.coingecko.com/en/coins/raydium
  14. ^ "Passive Income and Yield Farming on Solana with Raydium". DappRadar. 2021-08-31. Retrieved 2024-12-11.
  15. ^ https://www.coinbase.com/en-gb/learn/crypto-basics/what-is-staking
  16. ^ "Raydium (RAY) Key Staking Insights". Staking Rewards. Retrieved 2024-12-11.
  17. ^ "Swap". Raydium. Retrieved 2024-12-11.
  18. ^ https://docs.raydium.io/raydium/ray_token/acceleraytor
  19. ^ "Raydium (RAY) | Tokenomics, Supply & Release Schedule". tokenomist.ai. Retrieved 2024-12-11.
  20. ^ "Raydium AcceleRaytor Recently Launched Projects by Chain Broker". chainbroker.io. Retrieved 2024-12-11.
  21. ^ "AcceleRaytor". v2.raydium.io. Retrieved 2024-12-11.
  22. ^ "AcceleRaytor by Raydium | Crypto Launchpads – Coinlaunch.space". coinlaunch.space. Retrieved 2024-12-11.
  23. ^ "What is Raydium? | RAY Crypto | Delphi Digital". members.delphidigital.io. Key Takeaways. Retrieved 2024-12-11.
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