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What is a DEX, Part 3: AMM and Order Book ModelsThere are two decentralized exchange (DEX) models: the Automated Market Maker (AMM) and the Order Book approach. Through short case studies of STON.fi and STORM Trade you’ll discover how these platforms revolutionize token exchanges, challenge traditional financial paradigms, and offer unprecedented levels of user control and market participation. Two primary DEX models exist: Automated Market Maker (AMM) platforms like STON.fi or Uniswap Order Book-based exchanges like dYdX or STORM trade Automated Market Maker (AMM) Model: STON.fi Case Study STON.fi represents a pioneering AMM-based DEX in the TON ecosystem, embodying the c -
Types of DEXsWe will examine two types of decentralized exchanges: Orderbook DEXs AMM DEX Orderbook DEXs resemble centralized exchanges (CEX) in their interface and operational principles. Trading participants place their orders to buy or sell their cryptoassets on the exchange, and a deal is reached when the stated prices match. The transaction takes place only when there is a counter order for a transaction from another user. Unlike on a CEX, where the exchange itself serves as the third party and is responsible for processing a transaction, the smart contract, i.e. self-executing software, takes care of this. AMM DEXs (automated market
