Definition ∞ The crypto credit market facilitates borrowing and lending of digital assets, often without traditional intermediaries. This market segment involves the provision and acquisition of loans denominated in cryptocurrencies, typically collateralized by other digital assets. Participants can earn yield on their holdings by lending them out or obtain capital by pledging their crypto as security. These operations frequently occur on decentralized platforms, utilizing smart contracts to automate loan agreements and collateral management.
Context ∞ The crypto credit market has experienced substantial growth, offering alternatives to conventional financial systems for accessing liquidity and generating returns. However, it also carries inherent risks, including collateral volatility, smart contract vulnerabilities, and potential for liquidation events during market downturns. News often covers shifts in lending rates, the health of major decentralized lending protocols, and regulatory scrutiny aimed at ensuring market stability.
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