DeFi and the Future ofFinance

ArXiv ID: ssrn-3711777 “View on arXiv”

Authors: Unknown

Abstract

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Complexity vs Empirical Score

• Math Complexity: 2.5/10
• Empirical Rigor: 1.0/10
• Quadrant: Philosophers
• Why: The excerpt is a book introduction discussing the conceptual foundations, problems, and potential of DeFi without presenting any mathematical models or empirical analysis, placing it firmly in the low-math, low-rigor category.

  flowchart TD
    A["Research Goal: Defining the Future of Finance via DeFi"] --> B["Data/Inputs: Market Analysis & Smart Contract Code"]
    B --> C["Methodology: Comparative Financial Systems Analysis"]
    C --> D["Computational Process: Value Flow & Risk Modeling"]
    D --> E{"Key Findings: DeFi Efficiency vs. Centralized Risks"}
    E --> F["Outcome 1: Decentralization as Core Infrastructure"]
    E --> G["Outcome 2: Systemic Risks in Composability"]