Demystifying DeFi. Grow Your Wealth with Decentralised Finance
Introduction DeFi (Decentralised Finance) continues to grow in the UK in 2025 as more people use staking, lending, yield farming and liquidity pools to build passive income. With this growth comes the need to understand how the UK tax authority, HMRC, treats these activities. Many investors still assume that DeFi is too new to be […]
This article focuses on low-risk yield farming strategies on audited DeFi protocols, using established, collateralised stablecoins (such as USDC, USDT, USD1 and USDS). We do not cover synthetic or algorithmic stablecoins, or complex high risk DeFi strategies. Our goal here is to explore safer ways to earn attractive yields from stablecoins that can beat traditional […]
Bitcoin is the largest and most well-known cryptocurrency, but it wasn’t built with decentralized finance (DeFi) in mind. Most DeFi protocols live on Ethereum or other smart contract blockchains, which means Bitcoin cannot be used directly in these systems. Wrapped Bitcoin (WBTC) and other wrapped BTC tokens were created to bridge that gap. In this […]
When people first hear about cryptocurrencies, they often imagine dramatic price swings. Bitcoin jumping up thousands in a day or altcoins losing half their value overnight. While volatility creates opportunities, it also makes crypto risky to use for everyday transactions or as a safe store of value. That’s where stablecoins come in. Stablecoins are a […]
In traditional finance, if you need a loan, you usually go through a bank or credit institution, provide your details, prove your income, and wait for approval. Decentralised Finance (DeFi) changes that model completely. With crypto loans, anyone can borrow or lend digital assets instantly, no banks, no paperwork, and no middlemen. In this article, […]
Decentralised Finance (DeFi) has opened up a new world of opportunities for investors looking to grow their wealth outside of traditional banks. One of the most popular ways to earn in DeFi is staking, a process that lets you earn rewards simply by holding and “locking up” your crypto. But what exactly is staking, and how […]
In the world of Decentralised Finance (DeFi), one of the most popular ways to earn passive income is through yield farming. At its core, yield farming allows crypto investors to put their digital assets to work and earn rewards, typically in the form of interest, trading fees, or new tokens. While there are many strategies […]
Decentralised Finance, better known as DeFi, is one of the most exciting innovations in the world of cryptocurrency and blockchain. It’s changing how people think about money, banking, and investing, offering new opportunities outside of the traditional financial system. But what exactly is DeFi, and why is it so important for the future of finance? […]
Is a Junior ISA the smartest way to invest for your child’s future and what are the best Stocks and Shares junior ISAs in the UK? If you’re looking for a tax-efficient way to invest for your child, a Stocks and Shares Junior ISA could be a powerful tool. It allows you to build a […]
Dollar-cost averaging (DCA) is a time-tested investment strategy where you invest a fixed amount regularly, regardless of the market price. It’s especially effective for long-term believers in Bitcoin who want to smooth out volatility without stressing about short-term dips. For UK users, high fees and limited on-ramp exchange options often get in the way of […]
