Venus Protocol protocol

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Source: venus.io

Overview

Venus Protocol is a decentralized money market protocol on Binance Smart Chain and other blockchains, enabling users to lend and borrow crypto assets. It features an algorithmic interest rate model and a governance token (XVS) for protocol decisions. The protocol also mints a stablecoin (VAI) through overcollateralized positions.

Within the DeFi Intel graph, Venus Protocol connects to 1 tracked entity, most strongly to BNB Chain.

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More on Venus Protocol

• Venus Protocol Review 2026 — BNB Chain's Largest Lending Market

Frequently asked questions

What chain is Venus on?

Venus launched on BNB Chain in 2020 and is the leading lending and borrowing protocol there.

What two models does Venus combine?

Compound-style algorithmic money markets for lending and borrowing, plus a MakerDAO-style stablecoin minting facility.

What has Venus focused on in newer versions?

Improved risk management, greater decentralization and better user experience.