Guide
How to read a DeFi protocol before you deposit
A repeatable checklist for evaluating a decentralized-finance protocol: what the contracts do, who can change them, whether they have been audited, and where the yield actually comes from.
Author
Zero Plus Finance Desk
The Zero Plus Finance editorial desk reports on decentralized finance, digital-asset markets, regulation and platform risk. We are a newsroom, not a broker, exchange or adviser.
News
What MiCA's full rollout changes for European DeFi users
The EU's Markets in Crypto-Assets framework now applies to crypto-asset service providers across the bloc. Here is what the licensing regime does and does not cover for people using decentralized-finance apps.
News
Stablecoin reserve disclosures are getting more standardized
Several large fiat-backed stablecoin issuers now publish reserve breakdowns on a fixed cadence. We explain what an attestation is, what it is not, and how to read one.
Review
How we approach reviewing a crypto exchange
A worked example of the Zero Plus Finance review method applied to a crypto exchange: the evidence we gather, the questions we ask, and the limits of what any review can tell you.
Guide
Crypto Tax Basics
Demystifying crypto tax, this guide from Zero Plus Finance explains how digital assets are taxed, identifies key taxable events like trades and staking, details how to calculate gains and losses with cost basis fundamentals, and outlines essential record-keeping for compliance. It also covers common mistakes, helpful tools, and when to seek professional tax help. This information is educational, not financial advice, and crypto is volatile.