CeDeFi, short for Centralized Decentralized Finance, is a hybrid financial model combining elements of centralized finance (CeFi) and decentralized finance (DeFi). In CeFi, traditional financial institutions like banks and exchanges control the financial system, while in DeFi, blockchain technology enables decentralized and peer-to-peer financial transactions without intermediaries.
CeDeFi integrates the trustless, permissionless, and transparent nature of DeFi with the regulatory compliance, user-friendly interfaces, and efficient transaction processing of CeFi. This integration can help mitigate some of the risks associated with DeFi, such as smart contract bugs and hacks, while still providing the benefits of decentralization.
Key features of CeDeFi include the ability to trade digital assets, borrow and lend, and earn interest on crypto holdings within a framework that balances decentralization and regulation. It aims to attract both crypto enthusiasts looking for the flexibility of DeFi and mainstream investors seeking a more familiar and regulated environment.