Introducing Pools, the Next-Gen DEX on IOTA EVM

Pools Finance
3 min readJun 7, 2024

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The Nakama Labs Team is thrilled to unveil Pools, a cutting-edge decentralized exchange (DEX) launching on the IOTA EVM. As a fork of the battle-tested Balancer V2 that facilitates multi-token and weighted liquidity, Pools is poised to provide additional DEX functionality to the IOTA EVM ecosystem.

With its robust infrastructure and innovative features, Pools is designed to deliver a truly exceptional user experience. We are proud to bring this game-changing technology to the market, and we can’t wait to see the impact it will have on the IOTA EVM DeFi ecosystem.

What is Pools?

Pools is a DEX that allows users to swap tokens within liquidity pools. Similar to other platforms like Uniswap, Sushiswap, and Curve Finance, Pools employs an automated market maker (AMM) model for pricing cryptocurrencies and executing trades.

What sets Pools apart from the competition?

Pools is designed to cater to the diverse needs of traders and investors by offering unparalleled flexibility in pool configurations. The platform’s weighted liquidity pools allow users to provide liquidity in different ratios, rather than the traditional 50/50 split. This innovative approach enables more efficient capital utilization and tailored exposure to various assets.

Imagine being able to allocate your assets in a way that aligns with your unique investment strategy. With Pools, you can create and manage customized token pools with different asset ratios, giving you the flexibility to adapt to changing market conditions. This level of customization is unprecedented in the DeFi space and sets Pools apart from its competitors on IOTA EVM.

Index tracking products

Pools’ index tracking products take this flexibility to the next level by utilizing weighted pools to replicate the performance of an index. This feature allows users to invest in a diversified portfolio of assets, providing a hedge against market volatility and reducing exposure to individual assets.

For example, you can create a pool that tracks the performance of a popular cryptocurrency index, giving you exposure to a diversified basket of assets without having to manually manage individual positions. This feature is particularly useful for individuals who want to diversify their portfolios without sacrificing returns.

Liquidity bootstrapping launch pads

Pools introduces a revolutionary liquidity bootstrapping launch pad mechanism. This feature helps new projects distribute tokens and raise liquidity in a fair manner by gradually adjusting the token price, reducing the risk of front-running and volatility.

Traditional token launch mechanisms often rely on manual pricing and distribution, which can lead to front-running and price manipulation. Pools’ liquidity bootstrapping launch pad ensures that token distribution is fair and transparent, giving users a more stable and predictable experience.

What’s next for Pools?

Pools has all the ingredients to establish itself as a leading DEX on the IOTA EVM. With its robust features, flexible liquidity solutions, diversified investment options, and fair token launch mechanisms, users can expect a top-notch DeFi experience.

Get ready to explore the future of DeFi on IOTA EVM. Stay tuned for our upcoming blog post, where we will provide more details on Pools and share our roadmap.

Make sure to follow Pools on X.

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