Berachain was inevitable: eBERA will be game-changing

D2 Finance
6 min readApr 16, 2024

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Tokenized DeFi Derivatives Strategies on Berachain, boosted by EDAmame.

Why Berachain?

Berachain pioneers a unique “Proof of Liquidity” (PoL) consensus mechanism, allowing validators to steer block rewards towards specific dApp in the network. This novel approach not only incentivizes the creation of superior decentralized applications (dApps) but also fosters a meritocratic ecosystem, addressing common reward distribution issues seen in other DeFi platforms and ecosystems.

Why was Berachain inevitable?

At its core, PoL revolutionizes token distribution and bolsters network security by rewarding active participation over mere token ownership. Given liquidity reigns supreme, PoL harmonizes participant interests by rewarding those who actively enhance the ecosystem’s security.

Berachain’s innovative dual-token system separates the governance token (BGT) from the utility token (BERA). This separation ensures a fair distribution of power, promoting a structure that focuses on putting the token to work rather than quick accumulation and inevitable dump.

Consequently, Berachain is not merely another L1; it is a necessary evolution towards a more meritocratic ecosystem that incentivizes participants to engage in long-term strategies rather than quick exits.

Opportunities on Berachain:

Providing liquidity on Berachain yields Berachain Governance Tokens (BGT), empowering users to delegate these tokens to validators. This delegation enhances the rewards they receive when they build a block, thus earning rewards and fostering a continuous, healthy competition for BGT delegation.

Our flagship vault, eBERA, will have numerous opportunities to allocate capital throughout the ecosystem, effectively providing liquidity and earning BGT

Volatility Trading: We have a strategic partnership in place with IVX to become a primary market maker for 0-day expiry options on their platform

We will not just passively manage the risk, but actively hedge against extreme market movements through an ensemble of momentum strategies. This is equivalent to the surface/relative value arbitrage that Luca has been implementing in traditional finance

Momentum Trading: To cover our risks, we also employ momentum trading strategies and gamma replication with leveraged trading partners based on the available opportunities. This includes swapping on Ooga Booga, margin trading on Gummi, and perpetual leverage on Exponents to maintain a statistical edge

Maximizing BGTs: By providing liquidity on Kodiak for these protocols, we will also be able to optimize BGT yield through infrared technology and monetize it by looping it into Beraborrow to dynamically allocate resources throughout the ecosystem

IVX: 0DTE Options

Kodiak: Concentrated Liquidity and Yield

Infrared: iBGT and iRed bribes

Ooga Booga: Aggregator, Vault rebalancing

Gummi: Lending/Borrowing, Margin trading ,Leverage

Exponents: Leverage trading

Beraborrow: Interest Free Loans vs iBGT

And more

The inherent reflexivity of the Proof of Liquidity model means validators do more than just propose and validate blocks; they can sway the network by reallocating a portion of their block rewards to favored projects’ reward vaults. This strategic redistribution creates a reflexive economic cycle where enhanced liquidity amplifies governance influence, which in turn reinforces network security and reward structures.

This cycle embodies reflexivity theory, a key component of Luca’s PhD research in machine learning. His academic insights, later applied successfully in traditional finance (TradFi), generated over $20 million for investors, illustrating the practical effectiveness of these theoretical concepts.

By effectively modeling reflexivity dynamics, D2 will be able to have a market edge.

Reflexivity

Reflexivity, a concept that highlights how market participants’ biases and actions can influence and shape market realities, aligns closely with how PoL is designed.

In Berachain, PoL incentivizes validators and participants to act in ways that not only secure the network but also promote certain economic behaviors, aligning participants’ interests through economic incentives. This feedback loop, where actions based on perceived economic gains further influence the network’s liquidity and tokenomics, is a practical demonstration of reflexivity.

Reflexivity Theory suggests that market values are not merely passive reflections but active determinants of market dynamics. In Berachain, this can be observed through the interaction between validators, the liquidity LPs provide, and the subsequent impact on dApp growth though aligned incentives across participants. This dynamic system, influenced by participants’ actions and expectations, demonstrates a complex interplay of reflexivity where PoL becomes both a result and a driver of economic behavior on the network.

This theoretical framework does not just decentralize governance but also embeds a system of self-reinforcing trading behaviors.

The D2 Trading Models:

Developed by Luca, the D2 Trading Models leverage reflexivity to predict and capitalize on market shifts, outperforming static strategies. These models, proven in multi-billion-dollar hedge funds and live vaults on the Arbitrum network, integrate momentum and volatility strategies, uniquely positioning D2 to maximize returns from Berachain’s dynamic market.

The integration of reflexivity into the D2 Trading Models allows it to anticipate and capitalize on market shifts, while competitors are mostly static wrapper strategies.

Why D2 is the best bet to get upside on Berachain:

D2 is uniquely equipped to take advantage of Berachain’s market dynamics, combining momentum and volatility strategies to offer superior exposure to Berachain with a competitive edge. Our advanced, audited infrastructure, already proven on the Arbitrum network, ensures transparency and efficiency.

What’s the MEME?

You cannot build on Berachain without a powerful meme! our EDA brand — like a skilled chef — crafts superior strategies by blending essential ingredients: momentum and volatility. At D2, these elements are not just mixed; they are carefully balanced with D2’s unique ‘spice,’ enhancing each trading signal’s flavor. This not only sets us apart in the market but also drives superior returns, demonstrating our commitment to innovation and precision in our trading solutions.

Think of each trading signal as an ingredient that, when expertly combined, can significantly enhance the dish’s flavor. At D2, momentum and volatility are these essential ingredients. They are deeply interconnected, much like flavors that meld together in a fine cuisine, each enhancing the other to create a well-rounded final product.

This is where EDA comes in, to boost the flavor (vault) to the next level.

When is EDA Launching?

EDA, our native token on Berachain, is scheduled for release through an airdrop following the launch of the Berachain mainnet.

How to Become Eligible for the EDA Airdrop?

To qualify for the EDA airdrop, the only ways will be:

Be or Become a D2 Ranger.

Participate in the Quest for EDA, coming prior to Berachain mainnet

D2 Finance is a multi-strategy fund delivering sophisticated DeFi derivatives strategies.

D2 Finance offers a robust suite of institutional-grade managed strategies within our innovative, non-custodial single-click vault architecture. Our strategies are designed to maximize returns by balancing risk and reward efficiently, drawing on our team’s deep expertise in hedge fund management and derivatives, while leveraging unique opportunities in the digital asset space.

For more details and to join this groundbreaking venture, visit our website and join our community on Discord and Twitter.

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D2 Finance

D2 Finance is a Multi-strategy Fund focusing on Tokenized DeFi Derivatives Strategies, in a 100% on-chain and non-custodial solution.