Uniswap is a DEX protocol for ERC-20 tokens that features concentrated liquidity and community-driven governance through its UNI token. With a total supply capped at 1 billion tokens, UNI holders influence protocol changes and earn rewards through governance participation and liquidity provision. Initial funding included a grant from the Ethereum Foundation and a seed round led by Paradigm, which supported its development and growth in the decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem.
Bit2Me is a centralized exchange offering secure and user-friendly solutions for managing digital assets, supported by customer service and financial education. Its native token, $B2M, powers the platform, providing benefits like discounts, early access, and governance participation. Bit2Me is developing a governance page to enhance community involvement and transition toward a DAO. In June 2023, Bit2Me raised €14 million in a funding round led by Investcorp, with support from Telefónica Ventures and others. The $B2M token supply, initially 5 billion, has been reduced to 4.95 billion through a token burn, reflecting its evolving utility.
Sonne Finance offers high-liquidity money markets with dynamic incentives. It supports popular assets and integrates natively with Optimism. Its tokenomics incentivize user engagement and protocol growth, with revenue-sharing and governance features. Sonne Finance has received funding through an OP grant from Optimism, allocated to enhance trading activities within its protocol, including lending, borrowing, and staking activities.
LaProp offers a blockchain-based platform that allows individuals to invest in real estate fractions starting from $10. Investors earn monthly rental income and potential property appreciation without managing the properties themselves. The platform provides a simple process to invest and earn passive income. LaProp currently has no formal governance process, public funding records, or a token.
