Pickle Finance is a yield aggregator that operates on various blockchain networks, including Ethereum and Polygon. It is designed to compound Liquidity Provider (LP) tokens across different chains. The platform uses mechanisms called Jars and Farms to maximize returns for users, saving them time and effort compared to manual yield farming.
Pickle Finance functions by utilizing Jars, which are similar to vaults that collect specific assets like LP tokens. These assets are then used in strategies to yield returns, which are auto-compounded to increase the user's holdings. Users can stake these jar tokens in Farms to earn additional Pickle rewards. The platform employs smart contracts to manage these processes automatically, facilitating the yield aggregation and compounding without manual intervention.
Pickle Finance was launched in 2020 by a group of anonymous developers. It aimed to introduce an innovative approach to yield farming, quickly gaining attention in the DeFi space. A significant milestone in its history was its merger with Yearn Finance in late 2020. However, the platform also faced challenges, such as a significant hack in 2021. Over the years, Pickle Finance has evolved its tokenomics and secured strategic partnerships, maintaining its relevance in the DeFi sector.