Who is coingecko?

CoinGecko was founded in 2014 by TM Lee (CEO) and Bobby Ong (COO) with the mission to democratize the access of crypto data and empower users with actionable insights. We also deep dive into the crypto space to deliver valuable insights to our users through our cryptocurrency reports, as well as our publications, newsletter and more.

What is a balancer token?

Like many modern DeFi applications, Balancer features its own native utility token, known as the Balancer token (BAL). This is used for participating in the governance of the Balancer Protocol and can be earned by providing liquidity or trading on the platform. How Does Balancer Work?

Why is coingecko different from other crypto exchanges?

The homepage is our most popular page where millions of monthly users visit to view the latest price of the top 100 cryptocurrencies by market cap. If you’re wondering why the price here is different from other crypto exchanges, it is because CoinGecko tracks the price from different exchanges to provide a global average price.

What is balancer exchange?

Balancer Exchange is a decentralized exchange (DEX) that launched in the "DeFi Year" of 2020. In order to use Balancer Exchange you need to have one of the following wallets. The platform is only possible to use if you connect your wallet to the platform. DEXs are becoming increasingly more popular, mostly due to the following factors: