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High Yield Savings

Definition

High yield savings refers to accounts or products that offer significantly higher interest rates compared to traditional savings accounts. In the context of digital assets, this often translates to decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols or centralized crypto lending platforms where users deposit cryptocurrencies to earn substantial returns. These yields are typically generated from lending activities, liquidity provision, or staking mechanisms within the blockchain ecosystem. While offering attractive returns, they often carry elevated risks associated with smart contract vulnerabilities or market volatility.