Blockchain and Cryptocurrency
Interest rates represent the cost of borrowing money or the return on investment for lending money, typically expressed as a percentage of the principal amount over a specific time period. In lending and borrowing platforms, especially in decentralized finance (DeFi), interest rates play a crucial role in determining how much users earn or pay for the use of funds, impacting overall market dynamics and user behavior.
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