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September 23, 2024

The Maya Nodes

Have you ever wondered why people talk about blockchains being decentralized? Check out our explainer on nodes and the basics of running one yourself.

September 23, 2024

The $MAYA airdrop for $RUNE holders

A summarized explanation.

September 23, 2024

THORChain and Maya. A comparative analysis

A robust cross-chain ecosystem demands more than just one backup for decentralized infrastructure. Discover how Maya strengthens this foundation.

September 23, 2024

The Maya Lingo

Learn everything about it

September 23, 2024

Security Nodes: Security-as-a-Service

We find a way to export security to other Application-Specific-Blockchains, and create a Maya Economy. Learn about our formula.

September 23, 2024

Maya’s System Income

Understanding Maya's Economic Model

September 23, 2024

What is a stablecoin? Why are they important?

Volatility in crypto is a fact, that’s why we have lifesavers such as stablecoins that lessen the shocks. Learn how they can help you.

September 23, 2024

The $MAYA token: what is it and how is it different from $CACAO?

Maya Protocol will have two tokens within its ecosystem with different use cases, $CACAO and $MAYA. $MAYA will not be used regularly. Here’s a simple explanation of what $MAYA is.

September 23, 2024

Bug Bounty Program?

Learn how they work and why they are similarly effective to a code audit.

September 23, 2024

AsgardEx: Combining the power THORChain and MayaChain

AsgardEx welcomes MayaChain expanding support for seamless operations

September 23, 2024

Achieve optimal pricing: Streaming Swaps land to Maya

The feature that optimizes swap fees for the best pricing. Whether you're new or experienced, learn how streaming swaps can enhance your trading strategy.

September 23, 2024

Understanding Cryptocurrency Models: Inflationary, Deflationary, and Non-Inflationary

Discover how cryptocurrency models impact value and scarcity and learn why $CACAO's stable, non-inflationary approach stands out.

September 23, 2024

Exploring Kujira's Blockchain Ecosystem for Web3 Enthusiasts

An introduction to the Kujira ecosystem

September 23, 2024

What is Arbitrum? A Beginner's Guide to Ethereum's Scaling Solution

Discover Arbitrum, Ethereum's layer-two solution enhancing scalability, reducing fees, and boosting DeFi interoperability.

September 23, 2024

Understanding Ethereum

A Beginner's Guide

September 23, 2024

Trends in Web3 for 2023

People often say that one year in Web3 is equivalent to five years in other industries. Here are 5 trends to follow this 2023.

September 23, 2024

Understanding Bitcoin Halving: Mechanics and significance

Bitcoin Halving occurs approximately every four years, reshaping the digital currency landscape. Learn more of its secrets and the potential it holds.

September 23, 2024

Tendermint: What is it, and how does this consensus mechanism work?

Do you keep wondering what Tendermint is all about? Here’s a simple but comprehensive explanation for intermediate readers.

September 23, 2024

Transaction Fees in Blockchains

From Miner Incentives to Network Protection

October 4, 2024

On-Ramps and Off-Ramps: Simplifying the Entry and Exit Copy

On-ramps and off-ramps simplify converting fiat to cryptocurrency and vice versa, making it easier to access the crypto world. How does it work, and how can you access its benefits?

September 23, 2024

The ultimate Guide to the Maya Liquidity Auction

Learn how and where to participate, how to choose your tier, and how to claim $MAYA as a $RUNE holder.

September 23, 2024

What is a Liquidity Provider (LP) and how to become one?

The liquidity pool system is an essential economic model in the DeFi ecosystem, discover its functionality.

September 23, 2024

How to Buy $CACAO?

Unlocking $CACAO: A Step-by-Step Guide to Seamless Token Acquisition

June 3, 2025

Web3 by Design: What Makes a Protocol Open, Decentralized, and Permissionless?

Discover what makes a Web3 protocol truly open, decentralized, and permissionless. Learn how network design impacts your control, security, and freedom in crypto—and see where Maya Protocol stands on the decentralization spectrum.

June 3, 2025

A stronger path to privacy and efficiency: Zcash x Maya

Maya has integrated Zcash to enhance its decentralization, liquidity, and transaction privacy.

June 3, 2025

From Our Tribe: Mastering Crypto Habits, the Good and the Bad.

From good habits that protect your assets to bad ones that could cost you, this article dives into the crypto habits shaping your journey. Learn from both community and team experiences to refine your strategy.

May 15, 2025

10+ Interfaces to Explore Maya Protocol: Which One Is Right for You?

Explore the top UIs that support Maya Protocol, from mobile-friendly DEXs to advanced desktop tools. Find the best interface for your DeFi needs today.

May 15, 2025

Transitioning form a CEX to a DEX

Learn why transitioning from a CEX to a DEX is a crucial step toward financial sovereignty. This guide explains the benefits of decentralized finance, how to set up a self-custodial wallet, and how to connect with DEX interfaces like Maya Protocol

May 15, 2025

From $MAYA to $TCY: How Maya Protocol’s design inspired THORChain’s evolution

Maya Protocol launched with a unique two-token model: $CACAO as its settlement and gas asset, and $MAYA as a revenue-sharing token for long-term sustainability. Inspired by this approach, THORChain is now adopting a second token, $TCY, to resolve THORFi liabilities and establish a perpetual yield-sharing mechanism.

April 26, 2025

Stake Solo: The CACAO Pool Is Coming

A single-sided staking feature where CACAO holders can earn yield without facing impermanent loss. Learn how the CACAO pool strengthens Maya’s security model, evolves income distribution, and offers a low-risk opportunity to boost your crypto rewards.

March 13, 2025

How early adopters can shape Maya Protocol

Maya Protocol operates as a decentralized, permissionless cross-chain swap system that relies on multiple key participants to function smoothly. Each role—whether it's swappers, liquidity providers, validator nodes, or arbitrageurs—contributes to the security, efficiency, and decentralization of the ecosystem.