Cardano & Spectrum Finance Unite For Cross-Chain DeFi
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Spectrum Finance recently introduced various functionalities, including Spectrum Finance Ergo AMM and Spectrum Finance Cardano AMM. These sets of smart contracts implement the Uniswap v2-like automated market maker (AMM) protocol on top of Ergo Layer 1 and Cardano Layer 1 blockchains.
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Spectrum Finance offers a significant advantage in its seamless interaction with native currencies and tokens across multiple blockchains simultaneously and eliminating the need for wrapped or synthetic assets when conducting transactions between different blockchains.
For instance, users can effortlessly exchange native ETH from the Ethereum mainnet to native ADA on the Cardano’s mainnet without encountering any difficulties.
Cardano is committed to offering advanced features that surpass those of other protocols. Its primary focus includes scalability, security, sustainability, and governance.
Moreover, Cardano stands out for its innovative approach to smart contract development. This involves the utilization of multiple layers: the settlement layer (Cardano SL) and the computation layer (Cardano CL).
The settlement layer handles transactions and ledger maintenance, while the computation layer runs smart contracts and decentralized applications. This separation of layers offers greater flexibility, interoperability, and ease of upgrades and enhancements.
The Benefits Of The Partnership
By partnering with Spectrum Finance, Cardano can tap into its advanced smart contract capabilities and leverage Spectrum’s cross-chain abilities.
This collaboration enables the creation of innovative dApps with unparalleled reach and functionality. Additionally, this integration unlocks exciting possibilities for interoperability and cross-chain features, benefiting Cardano users.
Users will have the ability to access liquidity pools across multiple blockchains, facilitating token exchanges without intermediaries. Additionally, they can utilize cross-chain oracles for data feeds.
Furthermore, users will experience the advantages of both platforms, including low fees, high-security measures, fast transaction processing, and user-friendly interfaces.
One notable outcome of this collaboration is the development of ErgoDEX. It serves as a decentralized exchange on the Ergo blockchain, offering users the convenience of swapping native assets between ERG (Ergo), ADA (Cardano), and ETH (Ethereum).
ErgoDEX utilizes the extended UTxO ledger model, which is shared by both Ergo and Cardano, ensuring seamless liquidity across various exchange platforms. Additionally, ErgoDEX introduces SPF, a native token that governs the protocol and reduces fees for users.
This partnership represents a significant milestone for Cardano and Spectrum Finance. It showcases their dedication to fostering innovation and collaboration within the crypto space.
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Moreover, it sets a precedent for other protocols to emulate as cross-chain interoperability gains increasing importance in the decentralized economy.