Mixology Series is coming to an end and we’re excited to showcase all the juicy DeFi strategies we’ve curated for you, each illustrated with creative drink recipes. These eye-catching visuals highlight the refreshing potential of DeFi, making it easier to digest complex strategies while enjoying a thematic twist.
You can go further with Shifts (Portals) routes, quickly swap assets directly within the interface, making it easy to seize opportunities in real time.
Stablecoin Stragies
Ethena USDe Mix: full article here
Ethena is a synthetic dollar protocol that offers a stable, on-chain currency pegging the US dollar named USDe. It leverages the power of staked ETH and various DeFi strategies—such as perpetual and futures markets.
The idea is simple: Ethena lets you participate in DeFi while enjoying the stability of a traditional stablecoin, but with higher yield potential. Think of it as the crypto-native stablecoin that keeps your investment growing, even when market volatility tries to shake things up.
sDAI/sUSDe with 13% APY
sUSDe/crvUSD with 15% APY
BitcoinFi Strategies
Lombard Bitcoin Mix: full article here
When you stake Bitcoin through Lombard, you lock it to provide economic security and earn rewards. In return, you receive an LST, such as LBTC, which can be traded or used in other DeFi applications. This setup allows you to gain from staking while keeping your assets flexible for additional uses.
LBTC is Lombard’s tokenized version of staked Bitcoin, created to enhance the utility of Bitcoin in the DeFi ecosystem.
LBTC/WBTC Curve Pool with 1.78% APY + Points
PT-LBTC (Corn) with mighty 10% fixed APY
Threshold tBTC Mix: full article here
tBTC is an ERC-20 token that allows Bitcoin holders to participate in the Ethereum DeFi ecosystem. Backed 1-to-1 by BTC, this open-source project—created by Thesis and operated by the Threshold Network—serves as a bridge between Bitcoin and decentralized finance across several blockchains, enabling holders to maximize their asset utility. You can easily trade tBTC on app.shapeshift.com, making it simple to engage with tBTC.
Just search for the vAMM-tBTC/USDC and Curve Pool tBTC/wBTC tokens on ShapeShift dApp, and you’re ready to go. You don’t need to be a DeFi expert to dive in.
tBTC-USDC (Aerodrome Pool on Base) with 27% APY
tBTC-WBTC (Curve Pool on Ethereum) with 1.53% + Curve rewards
LSTs Strategies
ezETH Mix: full article here
To understand ShapeShift’s strategy better, it’s useful to know about LSTs. These tokens represent assets that are staked, such as Ethereum (ETH). When you stake ETH, you lock it in to support the network and earn rewards. In return, you get an LST that can be traded or used in other DeFi applications. This setup allows you to benefit from staking while keeping your assets flexible for other uses.
ezETH is a tokenized version of staked ETH and is a product of Renzo, which aims to simplify DeFi investments. When you stake ETH through Renzo, you receive ezETH.
PT-ezETH with 6.34% fixed APY
PT-pzETH with 12% fixed APY
Kelp DAO Mix: full article here
rsETH is a liquid restaking token that allows users to combine staking and restaking rewards while retaining liquidity. This addresses a significant challenge in the crypto space, enabling holders to earn rewards without locking up their assets. It can be minted by depositing ETH, stETH - and others. It's accessible across multiple Layer 2 networks and integrated with various DeFi platforms.
On the other hand, agETH is a reward-bearing receipt token that represents a depositor's pro-rata share in the Airdrop Gain product, providing access to various airdrops with minimized gas fees and zero bridging costs.
agETH-rsETH (Balancer Pool) with 4% APY + Points
yPT-agETH (Yearn Vault) with 7% APY + Points
Why ShapeShift?
ShapeShift is an OG platform for navigating DeFi, offering a seamless trading experience for both newcomers and seasoned traders. With no fees on trades under $1,000, you can make frequent moves without worrying about additional costs. Active traders can benefit from holding FOX tokens, which unlock discounts on trading fees, enhancing your trading experience even further.
ShapeShift supports top blockchains like Arbitrum, Ethereum, Bitcoin, Cosmos, Binance Chain, Base, and THORChain, providing you with the flexibility to manage a diverse range of cryptocurrencies all in one place. Thus, ShapeShift`s interface allows you to focus on your strategies rather than struggling with complicated processes.
Conclusion
The Mixology Series has equipped you with a comprehensive toolkit to explore the DeFi lands, all while celebrating the fun and creativity of mixing assets. Whether you’re interested in asymmetric strategies or high-yield liquid staking options, ShapeShift makes it easy to jump in and manage your investments—all in one platform.
To kick off your DeFi journey, visit app.shapeshift.com and connect your wallet. If you’re new to crypto, you can easily buy assets through our ramp solution under the Buy/Sell Crypto tab. Once you're set, navigate to the Trade/Bridge section and experience the simplicity of swapping between chains and trading for Stablecoins, LSTs, Curve Pools, Balancer Pools, Yearn Vaults, Pendle PTs, and much more.
Dive into the DeFi world, enjoy the refreshing visuals, and happy trading!
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