Jupiter (JUP)

  • Official Website: jup.io
  • Definition: Jupiter is a decentralized exchange (DEX) aggregator on the Solana blockchain.
  • Category: DeFi, Token.
  • What It Is: A platform that aggregates liquidity from multiple DEXs to provide the best trading rates.
  • Function: Enables efficient and low-cost trading on Solana.
  • Analogy: Think of Jupiter as a travel booking site. It finds the best routes (trades) across multiple airlines (DEXs).
  • Pros: Efficient trading, low fees, strong integration with Solana.
  • Cons: Reliance on Solana’s success, competition from other DEX aggregators.
  • Controversies: Smart contract risks, regulatory scrutiny.

This page was last updated on January 28, 2025.