Background

CoW DAO

CoW Protocol finds the lowest price for your trade across all exchanges and aggregators, such as Uniswap & 1inch — and protects you from MEV, unlike the others

IntegrationsCoW DAOTwitter

CoW Swap Launches Cross-Chain Trading with MEV Protection

Thu 17th Jul 2025
CoW Swap has expanded its services to enable cross-chain trading across multiple networks including: - Ethereum - Gnosis Chain - Arbitrum - Base - Polygon - Avalanche The new feature combines seamless bridge and swap functionality while maintaining CoW's signature MEV protection. This expansion follows their recent integration with Aave's swap widget across all supported networks. Key features: - Best price discovery across networks - MEV protection on all chains - Gas-free trading - Seamless bridging integration Try cross-chain swaps at [swap.cow.fi](https://swap.cow.fi)
Community article

Origin Protocol Selects CoW Protocol for OGN Token Buybacks

Thu 14th Aug 2025
Origin Protocol has chosen CoW Protocol's MEV-protected trading system to execute their OGN token buybacks. This follows their June announcement of dedicating all protocol revenue to OGN market purchases. Key points: - Protocol revenue now funds OGN buybacks - Additional $3M+ in DAO assets allocated - MEV protection ensures efficient trading - Implementation began August 2025 CoW Protocol's selection indicates a focus on trading efficiency and MEV protection for Origin's significant buyback program.

CoW Protocol Reaches 3 Million Trades Milestone

Mon 4th Aug 2025
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 Want to learn more about MEV-protected trading? Visit [CoW Protocol](https://cow.fi)
Community article

CoW Swap Launches Pre- and Post-Hooks Integration with Morpho

Mon 11th Aug 2025
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 and repay/deposit collateral in one transaction - Available on Mainnet and Base (Polygon coming soon) - Built by bleubuilders through community funding **How to use:** 1. Visit [swap.cow.fi](https://swap.cow.fi) 2. Enable Hooks in settings 3. Select Morpho hook under new Hooks tab 4. Configure swap and hook parameters 5. Review and confirm transaction Developers interested in building new hooks can apply through the [CoW Grants Program](https://docs.cow.fi/governance/grants/)

How to Protect Your Trades from MEV Bots

Mon 11th Aug 2025
MEV (Maximal Extractable Value) bots continue to impact crypto traders by front-running transactions and extracting value from their trades. Here's what you can do: - Use specialized DEX aggregators that implement MEV protection - Consider batch auctions instead of traditional AMMs - Enable privacy features when executing trades - Avoid high-traffic trading periods These strategies can help minimize MEV exposure and protect your trading value. Learn more about implementing these protections at [CoW Protocol's Guide](https://cow.fi/learn/stop-the-mev-bots-a-guide-for-crypto-trader). Want to start trading with MEV protection? Visit [CoW.fi](https://cow.fi) to explore secure trading options.

Study Shows CoW Swap Leads Intent-Based DEXes in Decentralization and Volume

Thu 27th Mar 2025
A comprehensive 6-month trading analysis reveals CoW Swap's dominance among solver-based DEXes: - **Higher Trading Volume**: ~$200M daily vs $60M (1inch Fusion) and $30M (UniswapX) - **More Decentralized**: Top solver only controls 25% market share, with next five at ~10% each - **Better for Large Trades**: Shows best execution improvement for trades over 100 ETH The study compared CoW Swap, 1inch Fusion, and UniswapX, finding solver-based DEXes generally outperform traditional alternatives through optimized routing and off-chain liquidity access. Try CoW Swap: [swap.cow.fi](https://swap.cow.fi/#/1/swap/WETH/0xA0b86991c6218b36c1d19D4a2e9Eb0cE3606eB48)

CoW DAO at DevCon Bangkok: Schedule of Events

Mon 11th Nov 2024
CoW DAO announces their presence at DevCon Bangkok with a packed schedule: - Tuesday: @Silver_Queen presents on user interaction in web3 - Wednesday: Booth presence at ArbiVerse (Arbitrum event) with swag giveaways - Thursday: @AnnaMSGeorge discusses CoW AMM's batch mechanism - Friday: Two key talks: * @AndreaCanidio on trade intents and fair mechanism design * @fleupold_ explores PBS in Ethereum **Special Event**: CoW DAO hackathon offering $10,000 in prizes at ETHGlobal Visit the CoW DAO booth to connect with the team and collect exclusive swag!
Community article

MEV Blocker Partners with DeFi Saver for Enhanced User Protection

Mon 7th Oct 2024
MEV Blocker has announced a partnership with DeFi Saver to enhance user protection against Miner Extractable Value (MEV). Key points: - DeFi Saver's TxSaver feature now integrates MEV Blocker - This integration aims to make transactions smoother and safer - Users' trades will be protected from prying eyes - The partnership offers improved rebates and protection This collaboration represents a significant step in safeguarding DeFi users from potential MEV exploitation. Users can expect enhanced privacy and potentially better trade execution through this integration. To learn more about TxSaver and its use of MEV Blocker, check out the detailed thread provided by DeFi Saver.

CoW Protocol Processes $80M+ in Sky Ecosystem Token Migration

Thu 19th Sep 2024
CoW Protocol has been instrumental in powering Sky Ecosystem's token migration on Sky.money. Since its integration: - Over $80 million in volume processed - Safely and securely helped $MKR and $DAI holders upgrade their tokens - Demonstrates CoW Protocol's capability for handling large-scale projects CoW Protocol offers: - Intent-based trading - Top-class MEV protection For projects interested in token migration, CoW DAO invites discussions via their Discord channel. *CoW Protocol continues to prove its value in facilitating major transitions within the DeFi space.*
Community article

CoW Protocol Continues to Attract Major Projects

Mon 30th Sep 2024
CoW Protocol's popularity among significant blockchain projects continues to grow. The platform, known for its ability to find the lowest prices across exchanges and aggregators, is becoming the go-to choice for large-scale operations. Key points: - CoW Protocol compares prices across multiple platforms - Offers protection from MEV (Miner Extractable Value) - Gaining traction with major blockchain projects This trend highlights the increasing demand for efficient and secure trading solutions in the web3 space. As more big players opt for CoW Protocol, it solidifies its position as a leading force in decentralized trading. Want to learn more about CoW Protocol's features? Visit their website for detailed information.