Chris GRC

Founder of GrassRoots Crypto. 21+ years IT, 5+ years crypto. Teaching people about crypto and DeFi.

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THORChain

THORChain June Update

less than 1 minute read

THORChain Q2 2025 highlights including TCY implementation progress, new Liquidity Nodes feature, cross-chain developments, and what’s coming in Q3.

THORChain March Update

less than 1 minute read

Latest THORChain developments including TCY revenue-sharing token implementation, network performance metrics, and roadmap updates following the THORFi unwind.

THORChain February Update

7 minute read

Detailed analysis of THORChain’s February 2025 THORFi pause, the $200M unwind process, and Proposal 6 implementation creating the $TCY revenue-sharing token.

THORChain + Ruji Trade

less than 1 minute read

Understand Ruji Trade’s integration with THORChain through video walkthrough and detailed architecture diagram showing trading mechanics.

THORChain + Cosmos Update

7 minute read

Deep dive into THORChain’s Cosmos integration: COSMWASM L2, Kujira partnership, FIN order book, Ghost lending, and native asset DeFi on THORChain.

THORChain Streaming Swaps

less than 1 minute read

Understand THORChain’s streaming swaps feature for efficient cross-chain price execution with slippage as low as 5 basis points.

THORChain Monthly Update

less than 1 minute read

Catch up on THORChain’s May-June 2023 milestones: lending updates, BSC chain integration, streaming swaps launch, and what’s next for the protocol.

THORChain Lending Code Walkthrough notes

2 minute read

I am keeping an eye on THORFi lending and trying to push a plan for its release. There is a lot of discussion around the pros/cons of lending, so I would lik...

THORChain - THORFI Lending

less than 1 minute read

THORChain has introduced a new landing design, and in this video, I guide you through the lending design step by step.

THORChain - THORFI Design - A Complete Guide

less than 1 minute read

This is my long awaited THORFi video. I did a video on the 14th of March but it was not 100% correct and a few things have changed since so I have recorded a...

THORChain - A Liquidity Pooling Example

less than 1 minute read

This is a video I wanted to do because there is confusion regarding Asymmetrical vs Symmetrical Deposits, Impermanent Loss, and Impermanent Loss Protection i...

THORChain - THORFI Synths Part 4 - iRune

less than 1 minute read

I thought Part 3 was going to be my last then iRune spec came out. Because of my series, people questioned if iRune was a thing or not as I had not mentioned...

THORChain - THORFI Synths Part 3 - A Conclusion

less than 1 minute read

This is my third and final video on THORFI where I wanted to bring it all together. I try to put Synthetics into context, explain how they are backed, and tr...

THORChain - THORFI Synths Part 2 - A Deep Dive

less than 1 minute read

The is the second video on the THORFI Synthetics Series and looks at Synths in action by stepping through all the situations you would use Synths. This vide...

THORChain Wait Times and Fees Explained

less than 1 minute read

This was the hardest and most complex video to make, but I’m very happy to have made it. I went down the rabbit hole of fees to create this for the community...

THORChain Videos

less than 1 minute read

Below is a list of THORChain releated THORChain videos/interviews from other channels. There are more out there, but this will get you started.

THORChain Impermanent Loss Protection

6 minute read

THORChain has implemented Impermanent Loss Protection in MCCN. If you’re not sure about Impermanent Loss, see here first. Once you have seen the video, you c...

Beginner’s Guide to THORChain

less than 1 minute read

Complete beginner’s guide to THORChain covering cross-chain swaps, liquidity pools, node operations, and getting started with DeFi.

THORChain MCCN Launch

less than 1 minute read

Hi fellow THORChads and DeFi enthusiasts! It has been a while since I did a post, I have been caught up making videos, replying to YouTube comments, on the c...

THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO BEPSWAP

less than 1 minute read

Below is a video guide to THORChain’s BepSwap interface. This covers how to add, swap, and remove funds using a real wallet.

THORChain and THORNode Overviews

less than 1 minute read

Comprehensive THORChain overview explaining cross-chain swaps, liquidity pools, RUNE tokenomics, and how the protocol enables trustless DeFi across blockchai...

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DeFi

THORChain Streaming Swaps

less than 1 minute read

Understand THORChain’s streaming swaps feature for efficient cross-chain price execution with slippage as low as 5 basis points.

THORChain Monthly Update

less than 1 minute read

Catch up on THORChain’s May-June 2023 milestones: lending updates, BSC chain integration, streaming swaps launch, and what’s next for the protocol.

THORChain Lending Code Walkthrough notes

2 minute read

I am keeping an eye on THORFi lending and trying to push a plan for its release. There is a lot of discussion around the pros/cons of lending, so I would lik...

THORChain - THORFI Lending

less than 1 minute read

THORChain has introduced a new landing design, and in this video, I guide you through the lending design step by step.

THORChain - THORFI Design - A Complete Guide

less than 1 minute read

This is my long awaited THORFi video. I did a video on the 14th of March but it was not 100% correct and a few things have changed since so I have recorded a...

THORChain - A Liquidity Pooling Example

less than 1 minute read

This is a video I wanted to do because there is confusion regarding Asymmetrical vs Symmetrical Deposits, Impermanent Loss, and Impermanent Loss Protection i...

THORChain - THORFI Synths Part 4 - iRune

less than 1 minute read

I thought Part 3 was going to be my last then iRune spec came out. Because of my series, people questioned if iRune was a thing or not as I had not mentioned...

THORChain - THORFI Synths Part 3 - A Conclusion

less than 1 minute read

This is my third and final video on THORFI where I wanted to bring it all together. I try to put Synthetics into context, explain how they are backed, and tr...

THORChain - THORFI Synths Part 2 - A Deep Dive

less than 1 minute read

The is the second video on the THORFI Synthetics Series and looks at Synths in action by stepping through all the situations you would use Synths. This vide...

THORChain Wait Times and Fees Explained

less than 1 minute read

This was the hardest and most complex video to make, but I’m very happy to have made it. I went down the rabbit hole of fees to create this for the community...

THORChain Videos

less than 1 minute read

Below is a list of THORChain releated THORChain videos/interviews from other channels. There are more out there, but this will get you started.

THORChain Impermanent Loss Protection

6 minute read

THORChain has implemented Impermanent Loss Protection in MCCN. If you’re not sure about Impermanent Loss, see here first. Once you have seen the video, you c...

Beginner’s Guide to THORChain

less than 1 minute read

Complete beginner’s guide to THORChain covering cross-chain swaps, liquidity pools, node operations, and getting started with DeFi.

New to DeFi

less than 1 minute read

DeFi fundamentals for beginners: liquidity pools, impermanent loss, blockchains, and tokens. Complete video series to start your DeFi journey.

THORChain MCCN Launch

less than 1 minute read

Hi fellow THORChads and DeFi enthusiasts! It has been a while since I did a post, I have been caught up making videos, replying to YouTube comments, on the c...

Impermanent Loss Explained

4 minute read

Complete guide to impermanent loss for liquidity providers. Understand the risks, calculate potential losses, and make informed DeFi decisions.

THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO BEPSWAP

less than 1 minute read

Below is a video guide to THORChain’s BepSwap interface. This covers how to add, swap, and remove funds using a real wallet.

THORChain and THORNode Overviews

less than 1 minute read

Comprehensive THORChain overview explaining cross-chain swaps, liquidity pools, RUNE tokenomics, and how the protocol enables trustless DeFi across blockchai...

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THORFI

THORChain Streaming Swaps

less than 1 minute read

Understand THORChain’s streaming swaps feature for efficient cross-chain price execution with slippage as low as 5 basis points.

THORChain Monthly Update

less than 1 minute read

Catch up on THORChain’s May-June 2023 milestones: lending updates, BSC chain integration, streaming swaps launch, and what’s next for the protocol.

THORChain Lending Code Walkthrough notes

2 minute read

I am keeping an eye on THORFi lending and trying to push a plan for its release. There is a lot of discussion around the pros/cons of lending, so I would lik...

THORChain - THORFI Lending

less than 1 minute read

THORChain has introduced a new landing design, and in this video, I guide you through the lending design step by step.

THORChain - THORFI Design - A Complete Guide

less than 1 minute read

This is my long awaited THORFi video. I did a video on the 14th of March but it was not 100% correct and a few things have changed since so I have recorded a...

THORChain - A Liquidity Pooling Example

less than 1 minute read

This is a video I wanted to do because there is confusion regarding Asymmetrical vs Symmetrical Deposits, Impermanent Loss, and Impermanent Loss Protection i...

THORChain - THORFI Synths Part 4 - iRune

less than 1 minute read

I thought Part 3 was going to be my last then iRune spec came out. Because of my series, people questioned if iRune was a thing or not as I had not mentioned...

THORChain - THORFI Synths Part 3 - A Conclusion

less than 1 minute read

This is my third and final video on THORFI where I wanted to bring it all together. I try to put Synthetics into context, explain how they are backed, and tr...

THORChain - THORFI Synths Part 2 - A Deep Dive

less than 1 minute read

The is the second video on the THORFI Synthetics Series and looks at Synths in action by stepping through all the situations you would use Synths. This vide...

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Beginner

Bitcoin in SMSF

5 minute read

Learn how to include Bitcoin in your SMSF with this comprehensive Australian guide covering costs, tax benefits, cold storage, and provider comparisons.

Crypto Beginner Guide

less than 1 minute read

Beginner-friendly video guides covering Bitcoin basics, crypto wallets, and self-custody. Perfect starting point for your crypto education journey.

New to DeFi

less than 1 minute read

DeFi fundamentals for beginners: liquidity pools, impermanent loss, blockchains, and tokens. Complete video series to start your DeFi journey.

Blockchains and Tokens Explained

less than 1 minute read

Essential guide for crypto beginners explaining blockchains, token standards (ERC-20, BEP-2), and the critical differences to prevent fund loss.

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THORNode

THORNode Operations 101

less than 1 minute read

Complete guide for aspiring THORNode operators covering requirements, components, economics, security, and setup essentials.

THORNode Instructional Series

less than 1 minute read

Comprehensive THORNode operator series covering setup, bonding, management, monitoring with Slack, security best practices, and unbonding procedures.

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Rujira

THORChain + Ruji Trade

less than 1 minute read

Understand Ruji Trade’s integration with THORChain through video walkthrough and detailed architecture diagram showing trading mechanics.

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