What is Backrunning? — MEV Attacks Explained
What is Backrunning? — MEV Attacks Explained
Backrunning is a specific type of MEV that causes traders to miss out on potential profit opportunities from their trades. It involves strategically executing a transaction immediately after a high-value transaction to capitalize on arbitrage opportunities left over. While backrunning is considered the least harmful type of MEV, it can be combined with other attacks to create the worst kind of MEV, such as sandwich attacks. CoW Swap eliminates backrunning opportunities through its delegated trading mechanism, and MEV Blocker offers rebates for any backrunning opportunities created when trading on Ethereum.
CoW Protocol Reaches 3 Million Trades Milestone
CoW Protocol has achieved two significant milestones: - Surpassed 3 million total trades on the protocol - Set new monthly volume record of $9 billion in July 2025 The protocol continues to demonstrate strong growth in both transaction count and trading volume while maintaining its core mission of MEV protection for traders. *Key Achievements:* - 3 million total trades completed - Record $9B monthly volume in July - Consistent growth in user adoption The protocol's success highlights increasing demand for MEV-protected trading solutions in the DeFi ecosystem.
CoW Swap Launches Pre- and Post-Hooks Integration with Morpho
CoW Swap has launched a beta feature allowing users to combine swaps with other DeFi actions through pre- and post-hooks. The first integration with Morpho Labs enables users to swap tokens while simultaneously managing vault collateral. **Key Features:** - Available on Mainnet and Base (Polygon coming soon) - Developed by Bleu Builders through community funding - Combines lending and swapping in one transaction **How to Use:** 1. Visit [swap.cow.fi](https://swap.cow.fi) 2. Enable Hooks in settings 3. Select Morpho hook under the Hooks tab 4. Configure swap and hook parameters 5. Review and confirm transaction Developers interested in building with CoW Hooks can apply through the [CoW Grants Program](https://docs.cow.fi/governance/grants/)
How to Protect Your Trades from MEV Bots
MEV (Maximal Extractable Value) bots continue to impact crypto traders, but there are effective countermeasures available. - Use specialized DEX aggregators that implement MEV protection - Consider batch auctions for trade execution - Avoid trading during high-volatility periods - Implement slippage controls carefully These strategies can help minimize the impact of MEV bots on your trades. Learn more about protecting your transactions at [CoW Protocol's Guide](https://cow.fi/learn/stop-the-mev-bots-a-guide-for-crypto-trader). *Remember: MEV protection should be a key consideration in your trading strategy.*
DeFi Security Guide: Essential Protection for Your Trades
A comprehensive guide to understanding and mitigating security risks in DeFi trading has been released. The guide covers: - Common transactional threats in decentralized finance - Protocol vulnerability assessment - Best practices for protecting digital assets - Essential security tools and habits This builds on previous educational content about DeFi risks and rewards, providing practical steps for safer trading in decentralized markets. [Read the full security guide](https://cow.fi/learn/de-fi-security-explained-from-transactional-threats-to-protocol-vulnerabilities-and-beyond)
CoW Swap Expands to Multiple Blockchain Networks
CoW Swap has expanded its MEV-protected trading service across multiple blockchain networks: - Ethereum - Gnosis Chain - Arbitrum - Base - Polygon - Avalanche The expansion maintains CoW Swap's core features including: - Best price discovery across exchanges - MEV protection - Gas-free trading Additionally, Aave has integrated CoW Swap's widget across all supported networks, allowing users to access protected trading directly through Aave's interface. Try it now at [swap.cow.fi](https://swap.cow.fi)