1inch published reDeFine Money on June 09, 2026, a book documenting the development of the decentralized finance sector through the experiences and perspectives of 25 founders, investors, developers, and industry builders. The publication traces DeFi's evolution from its early experimental phase to its emergence as a significant segment of the global financial landscape. The release comes during a period of transformation in the digital asset industry, as regulatory frameworks such as the CLARITY Act in the United States and the Markets in Crypto-Assets regulation in Europe continue to shape the sector, while institutional participation in blockchain-based finance has increased alongside the growing adoption of tokenized real-world assets.
reDeFine Money Chronicles DeFi's Journey From Experimental Phase to Global Ecosystem
According to 1inch, reDeFine Money explores the trajectory of DeFi from its formative years, when projects were largely driven by small groups of developers and entrepreneurs, to its current position as a global ecosystem handling billions of dollars in daily transaction volume. The publication revisits several defining moments in the industry's history, including the rapid expansion known as "DeFi Summer," as well as market disruptions linked to the collapses of LUNA and FTX. It also examines how participants responded to these challenges and the lessons that emerged from periods of volatility and uncertainty.
Beyond documenting past events, the book covers topics including the increasing involvement of institutional investors, the growing convergence between decentralized finance and traditional financial services, and the role blockchain-based infrastructure could play in the future evolution of global capital markets.
"DeFi's rise is one of the most impressive and captivating in business history. Yet, many of its most dramatic stories are only known with a small group of people, but it's time to share them more widely as the industry grows," said Sergej Kunz, co-founder of 1inch. "This book tells the story of how DeFi came to be, including the people involved, the ideas behind it, the times it failed, and the times it worked. The industry is about to change completely. It is about to revolutionise TradFi, so what better time to tell the story," he added.
25 Industry Pioneers Contribute to First Comprehensive DeFi Account
Written by 1inch editor-in-chief Vladimir Kozlov, the publication features contributions from several prominent figures associated with the DeFi ecosystem. Among those participating are Sergej Kunz of 1inch, Stani Kulechov of Aave, Rune Christensen of MakerDAO, Michael Egorov of Curve, Kain Warwick of Synthetix and Infinex, and Haseeb Qureshi of Dragonfly. Additional perspectives are provided by representatives from organizations including PancakeSwap, SushiSwap, Balancer, Yearn, Dune, Trust Wallet, Flashbots, Kyber Network, Trader Joe, Wirex, Flow Traders, Axelar, ETHGlobal, deBridge, and RockawayX.
According to the company, the publication is the first comprehensive account dedicated to tracing the evolution of DeFi.
1inch Offers Free Digital Edition and Limited Hardcover Distribution
In line with the open-source principles commonly associated with DeFi, 1inch said the digital edition of reDeFine Money will be made available free of charge through its website. The company also plans to distribute a limited number of hardcover editions through selected industry events, conferences, community initiatives, and competitions.
FAQ
What is reDeFine Money published by 1inch?
reDeFine Money is a book published by 1inch on June 09, 2026, that documents the development of the decentralized finance sector through the experiences and perspectives of 25 founders, investors, developers, and industry builders. Written by 1inch editor-in-chief Vladimir Kozlov, the publication traces DeFi's evolution from its early experimental phase to its emergence as a significant segment of the global financial landscape.
Who contributed to the reDeFine Money book?
The book features contributions from 25 prominent figures in the DeFi ecosystem, including Sergej Kunz of 1inch, Stani Kulechov of Aave, Rune Christensen of MakerDAO, Michael Egorov of Curve, Kain Warwick of Synthetix and Infinex, and Haseeb Qureshi of Dragonfly. Additional perspectives are provided by representatives from organizations including PancakeSwap, SushiSwap, Balancer, Yearn, Dune, Trust Wallet, Flashbots, Kyber Network, Trader Joe, Wirex, Flow Traders, Axelar, ETHGlobal, deBridge, and RockawayX.
How can readers access reDeFine Money?
1inch said the digital edition of reDeFine Money will be made available free of charge through its website. The company also plans to distribute a limited number of hardcover editions through selected industry events, conferences, community initiatives, and competitions.
