Cryptex Finance is an Ethereum-based protocol that enables investors, traders, funds, and DeFi users to access the total crypto market capitalization through a synthetic asset known as TCAP (Total Crypto Market Cap Token). It facilitates a decentralised financial system where CTX tokens are used for governance, staking, and compensation in case of black swan events.
Cryptex Finance operates on the Ethereum blockchain using a Proof of Stake (PoS) consensus mechanism. It leverages Ethereum’s smart contract capabilities to create TCAP, allowing users to track the total market cap of cryptocurrencies. CTX tokens serve governance purposes and provide compensation for under-collateralized events in the protocol.
Cryptex Finance's use cases encompass DeFi applications like yield farming and decentralised exchanges, asset management for investment funds, and governance through CTX tokens. It can generate real-world applications in tracking cryptocurrency market capitalization and supporting decentralised platforms across industries such as finance and blockchain sectors.
Founded by Joe Sticco and other contributors, Cryptex Finance began development in October 2018, launching formally on April 8th, 2021. It introduced TCAP and CTX governance tokens, expanded collateral options, and established a presence on major exchanges. The platform has continually innovated through releases like Vaults v2 and has embraced Layer 2 scaling solutions.