RioDeFi is a blockchain technology company aimed at accelerating the mass adoption of digital assets by bridging traditional finance with blockchain technology. Its primary goals include enhancing financial inclusion, security, transparency, governance, and interoperability, while providing a comprehensive suite of tools to connect people with digital assets, mobile payments, and DeFi services like savings and lending.
RioDeFi operates primarily on the Rio Chain, a blockchain platform constructed using the Substrate framework. This allows for custom blockchain creation that can interoperate with other chains within the Polkadot ecosystem. It uses a Proof of Stake consensus mechanism, which is more energy-efficient compared to Proof of Work. The Rio Chain supports smart contracts executed through WebAssembly (WASM) and features tools such as the Rio Wallet and Rio Block Explorer for user interaction and network monitoring.
RioDeFi is applicable in various sectors due to its strong blockchain technology foundation:
Founded in 2019, RioDeFi has progressed from developing its core Rio Chain technology to securing $13.5 million in a fundraising round by 2020. Notable collaborations and technological evolutions, such as with PixelPlex on their ecosystem infrastructure and Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) integration, highlight RioDeFi's development. Significant milestones include the creation of a Uniswap-based DEX and an OAuth keyless system for user-friendly access. These initiatives have bolstered RioDeFi’s mission to integrate traditional financial systems with blockchain solutions.