Background

Factor

ACE - Accessible, Composable, and Efficient.

Factor is creating a future where building and automating complex DeFi strategies are as simple as drag-and-drop, with no coding required.

By providing intuitive tools that simplifies the complexities of cross-protocol strategies, Factor’s goal is to democratise access to permissionless financial rails, empowering DeFi users to create shareable, open strategies, fostering a thriving, cohesive DeFi community.

With integrations across multiple protocols, Factor streamlines the path to financial autonomy, ensuring a seamless journey for protocols, treasuries, builders, and individual strategists alike.

All smart contracts are audited by PeckShield & SourceHat, with live contracts actively monitored by Chainalysis.

Factor is governed by FactorDAO, a community-owned platform that empowers FCTR token holders to participate in protocol governance. By aligning protocol growth with long-term individual incentives, FactorDAO places FCTR holders at the center of Factor’s future.

FactorDAO consensus guides the direction of our global team of ~25 remote builders.

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Global Asset Management Market Potential Impact on DeFi

Thu 28th Nov 2024
The global asset management market is projected to reach $685B in 2024, presenting a significant opportunity for DeFi integration. Factor Studio aims to bridge this gap by providing: - Drag-and-drop infrastructure for asset managers - Automated strategy design and optimization tools - One-click deposit features for retail users This aligns with projections from 21.co that suggest tokenized real-world assets could reach $10B by 2030. The convergence of traditional finance and DeFi infrastructure continues to accelerate, creating new opportunities for asset management innovation.

Factor Studio Launches Advanced DeFi Position Management Tools

Thu 28th Nov 2024
Factor Studio introduces four key features for optimizing DeFi positions on Arbitrum: - **Asset Switching**: Move collateral between lending tokens for better supply rates, optimized via ParaSwap - **Debt Switching**: Refinance loans for lower borrowing rates, particularly effective with stablecoins during bull markets - **Repay With Collateral**: Close borrowing positions without upfront capital while maintaining borrowed funds elsewhere - **Efficiency Mode**: Boost borrowing power up to 14.2x by limiting borrows to major stablecoins The platform aims to simplify cross-protocol DeFi strategy management through studio.factor.fi

Factor Studio Beta Launches: No-Code DeFi Strategy Builder

Thu 28th Nov 2024
Factor Studio Beta introduces a drag-and-drop interface for creating automated DeFi strategies without coding. Key features include: - **Conditional Building Blocks** for complex strategy flows - **Pre-built Templates** for common DeFi strategies - **Real-time Testing** with on-chain simulations - **Multiple Building Blocks** including Swap, Lend, Borrow, and Flash Loan functions The platform caters to all skill levels, from beginners using basic templates to advanced users creating complex, multi-step strategies. Strategy Cheatsheets provide guidance for different DeFi operations. Early access available through referral codes on Discord.

Factor Studio Launches Flash Loan Building Block for No-Code DeFi Strategies

Thu 28th Nov 2024
Factor Studio introduces a Flash Loan Building Block that enables users to access uncollateralized loans with zero default risk. The system allows anyone to create automated multi-protocol strategies through a drag-and-drop interface. Key features: - Instant access to unlimited capital (based on strategy effectiveness) - Loans must be repaid within same block - Integrates with Aave and Balancer - Combines with lending, borrowing, swaps, and staking functions The platform supports various strategy levels: - Beginner: Simple arbitrage swaps - Intermediate: Automated arbitrage - Advanced: Leveraged trading positions Users only pay fees on successful transactions, with no collateral requirements.

Factor Studio Simplifies AAVE Flash Loan Repayments

Mon 25th Nov 2024
Factor Studio has introduced a user-friendly interface for AAVE's flash loan repayment feature, eliminating the need for upfront capital when closing loans. Key features: - Single transaction loan closure using flash loans - No upfront tokens required - Integration with ParaSwap for optimal collateral swaps The process follows 5 steps: 1. Flash loan debt 2. Repay debt 3. Withdraw collateral 4. Swap collateral 5. Repay flash loan Previously requiring coding knowledge, users can now execute these complex DeFi operations through a simple drag-and-drop interface on Factor Studio's Arbitrum platform.
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Mix, Match, Automate DeFi Lending

Tue 15th Oct 2024
Factor's Lend Building Block enables users to earn interest and access collateralized borrowing through automated multi-protocol strategies. Key features: - Deposit tokens to earn supply interest paid by borrowers - Borrow against lent tokens for increased capital efficiency - Maintain token exposure while earning or borrowing The block integrates with Aave, Compound, and Silo protocols. It can be combined with other DeFi primitives like swaps and liquidity provision to create complex strategies without coding. Example strategies range from simple zaps into lending pools to advanced leveraged fixed yield strategies using flash loans. Users should note that interest rates are variable and lending positions have exposure to all tokens in the lending market.
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