Introduction to Crypto Decentralized Finance Decentralized Finance, or DeFi, is a modern way to handle money. Instead of going through banks, brokers or middlemen in general, you interact directly with smart contracts on the blockchain. These contracts automatically carry out transactions when certain conditions are met. That means you can lend, borrow, trade, or add liquidity without waiting on approvals or middlemen. It’s faster, more flexible, and often more rewarding but