Finance projects and financial applications

Explore finance projects across decentralized finance, payments, lending, exchanges and related financial activities. Use the sub-sectors to find the type of project you want to research, then review its available evaluations and their authors.

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All sectors Infrastructure Finance Real World Healthcare Technology / AI Real Estate Technology Financials Consumer Cyclicals Consumer Non-Cyclicals Industrials Basic Materials Academic & Educational Services Energy Utilities Institutions, Associations & Organizations Government Activity Decentralized Finance (DeFi)Yield Farming Staking Decentralized Exchanges (DEX)Synthetic Assets Insurance Stablecoin Tokenization Launchpad Supply Chain Tracking Automated Market Maker (AMM)Centralized Exchange (CEX)Lending & Borrowing Payments & Card Networks

902 projects

ETH 2x Flexible Leverage IndexETH 2x Flexible Leverage Index is a decentralized exchange project centered around the ETH2X-FLI token. The ETH 2x Flexible Leverage Index (ETH2X-FLI) represents an innovative financial instrument designed to offer investors leveraged exposure to Ethereum (ETH), aiming for a target leverage ratio of 2x. This product simplifies the process of gaining leveraged exposure to Ethereum without the need for individuals to directly manage collateralized debt positions (CDPs), which can be complex and risk-intensive. The mechanism behind ETH2X-FLI abstracts the intricate details of maintaining a leveraged position by automating the management of the collateraliz...Web3Seed

EthenaEthena is a synthetic dollar protocol built on Ethereum that introduces a novel financial instrument called the Internet Bond. This protocol provides a crypto-native, stable solution for currency not reliant on traditional banking systems, by utilizing delta-hedging strategies with Ethereum and Bitcoin as collateral. Ethenas USDe, its synthetic dollar, aims to offer a stable, scalable, and censorship-resistant money solution, backed transparently on-chain. The projects stability mechanism involves hedging derivatives positions against the collateral held by the protocol, thereby ensuring the peg stability of the USDe. Ethena is distinct from traditional fiat stablecoins and operates with a vision to enhance decentralized finance (DeFi) by providing a reliable dollar-denominated medium for global transactionsWeb3SeedPortugal

Ethena Labs (USDtb)Ethena Labs (USDtb) is a stablecoin project centered around the USDtb token. USDtb shares characteristics with existing fiat stablecoins such as USDC or USDT, seeking to maintain a stable value pegged to the US dollar by utilizing cash or cash-equivalent reserves. Users are able to transfer USDtb freely and without restriction. USDtb is able to scale without practical constraints given the use of Blackrock’s BUIDL as the primary reserve asset, representing the vast majority (90%) of the overall reserves - the highest BUIDL allocation of any stablecoin.Web3Series C+

ether.fiether.fi (ETHFI) stands out as a decentralized staking protocol designed for self-custody of keys and personal ETH staking. This platform aims to revolutionize the Ethereum staking experience by introducing a non-custodial delegated staking mechanism. Users can mint eETH, a liquid staking token, which facilitates automatic restaking and participation in the DeFi ecosystem.Web3Series C+

ether.fi Staked ETHether.fi Staked ETH is a staking protocol centered around the EETH token. Ether.fi Staked ETH (EETH) represents a pioneering approach in the Ethereum ecosystem, offering a liquid restaking token that enhances the staking experience. Unlike traditional staking, EETH allows users to mint tokens directly on ether.fi, which then stakes and restakes the ETH, optimizing potential returns. This process not only provides Ethereum staking rewards but also introduces additional incentives such as ether.fi Loyalty Points and restaking rewards, including EigenLayer points.Web3Series C+

Etherisc DIP TokenEtherisc DIP Token (DIP) revolutionizes the insurance industry by leveraging blockchain technology to enhance efficiency and transparency. As the native token of the Etherisc ecosystem, DIP operates on the Ethereum platform, facilitating decentralized insurance applications. This innovative approach aims to streamline the purchase and sale of insurance, reducing operational costs and democratizing access to reinsurance investments.Web3Pre-seed

EthicHubEthicHub is a staking protocol centered around the ETHIX token.Web3Series A

ETNA NetworkETNA Network emerges as a multifaceted blockchain ecosystem, designed to integrate DeFi, gaming, and NFT applications into a cohesive platform. At its core, it aims to simplify and enhance the user experience within these sectors, making it more accessible for users to engage with decentralized finance, digital collectibles, and blockchain-based games. Founded by individuals with a strong background in engineering, applied mathematics, and IT consultancy, the network is driven by a vision to bridge the gap between traditional and decentralized finance...Web3Pre-seed

EUR CoinVertibleEUR CoinVertible is a stablecoin project centered around the EURCV token. An institutional-grade stablecoin with full transparency Societe Generale-FORGE integrated all of Societe Generale expertise to deliver EUR CoinVertible (EURCV), a stablecoin to provide a bridge between the traditional financial system and the digital assets world. By being fully collateralized, transparent, and meeting regulatory requirements while being available on public blockchains, it can offer the benefits of digital assets such as efficiency and security while reducing the volatility associated with many cryptocurrencies.Web3Series B

EuriteEurite is a stablecoin project centered around the EURI token. EURITE (EURI) stands out as a stablecoin meticulously designed to maintain a 1:1 peg with the Euro. Issued by Banking Circle S.A, a regulated credit institution in Luxembourg, EURITE operates under the stringent regulatory framework of the European Union's Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation. This ensures a high level of compliance and security for users.Web3Series B

Euro Shiba InuEuro Shiba Inu represents a cryptocurrency initiative with a deflationary token model, aiming to contribute positively to global conservation and societal improvement. This project is distinguished by its commitment to a burning strategy, where a significant quantity of tokens is systematically eliminated from circulation on a weekly basis until a predetermined threshold is reached. This approach is designed to reduce the total supply over time, potentially influencing the token's value.Web3Pre-seed

EurocoinTokenEurocoinToken (ECTE) is a digital currency designed to facilitate micropayments and international transactions. This cryptocurrency aims to provide a seamless and efficient way for consumers to use digital currencies for everyday purchases and cross-border payments. The project is part of a broader initiative known as the Euro Shiba Inu project, which includes a collection of limited edition tokens representing various countries in Europe, such as Turkey, Greece, and Spain.Web3Seed

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About this sector

Finance brings together several application categories, from staking, stablecoins and tokenization to banking, card networks and investment groups. Not every project in this collection is a blockchain protocol. The category assigned in Orbitrum provides a starting point; the individual profile explains the project itself.

How to compare projects

Compare projects with similar functions before comparing their available scores. An exchange, a payment network and a lending application should not be treated as interchangeable. Read what each evaluation covers and follow the author to understand their other published work.

Projects follow the categories assigned in the Orbitrum application. This collection supports research and discovery; it is not an investment ranking.

Industry definitions

Decentralized Finance (DeFi) (19)

Applications and protocols classified as decentralized finance.

Yield Farming (65)

Projects categorized around yield-farming activities.

Staking (206)

Projects and services categorized around staking.

Decentralized Exchanges (DEX) (234)

Decentralized exchange projects assigned to the Finance sector.

Synthetic Assets (2)

Projects categorized around synthetic-asset applications.

Insurance (12)

Insurance-related projects within the Finance classification.

Stablecoin (149)

Stablecoin-related projects; individual profiles provide their documented design and scope.

Tokenization (9)

Projects categorized around the tokenization of assets or rights.

Launchpad (93)

Projects classified as launchpads for other projects or tokens.

Supply Chain Tracking (2)

Projects using tracking systems for supply-chain activities.

Automated Market Maker (AMM) (12)

Automated market-maker projects assigned to the Finance sector.

Centralized Exchange (CEX) (52)

Projects classified as centralized exchanges or related services.

Lending & Borrowing (4)

Projects providing or supporting lending and borrowing activities.

Payments & Card Networks (64)

Projects operating payment services or card-network activities.

Questions to guide your research

Which financial activity does the project perform?
What revenue, usage or operating evidence is included in the analysis?
Which dependencies and risks does the author identify?

Questions about this sector

What is the difference between Finance and Financials?

Orbitrum currently has two separate application sectors. Finance contains DeFi and other financial-application categories, alongside some banking and investment categories. Financials groups banking services, investments, holdings and insurance. Their coverage can overlap; their application categories remain distinct.

Are all Finance projects crypto projects?

No. This sector also contains non-crypto categories such as banking, payments and investment groups. Check each project profile for its type and documented activity.