# Holdex Web3 Venture Studio > At Holdex, we help innovators build the next web3 products. Holdex is a Web3-native venture studio focused on institutional DeFi. We aim to build and launch blockchain infrastructure and products that make financial services more inclusive. We provide a collaborative space for all participants to connect, co-build, and grow together. ## Main Pages Get an overview of Holdex Venture Studio and our current focus. - [Holdex Home](https://holdex.io/): Get an overview of Holdex Venture Studio and our current focus. - [About Holdex](https://holdex.io/about): Learn about the Holdex mission, team, and long-term vision. - [Portfolio](https://holdex.io/portfolio): The list of companies partnering with Holdex that drive the adoption of decentralized technologies and inclusive DeFi services. - [For Startups](https://holdex.io/for-startups): See how Holdex co-builds products with founders and technical teams. - [Studio](https://holdex.io/c): The full list of articles and threads published by Holdex. ## Portfolio Companies Since 2016, Holdex has built and launched numerous Web3 products, and our portfolio of startups is a testament to our success. - [Ithaca Protocol](https://holdex.io/c/companies/ithaca-protocol): Non-Custodial Composable Option Protocol - [Coins and Skins](https://holdex.io/c/companies/coins-and-skins): Superexchange for gaming digital assets powered by blockchain - [Synnax](https://holdex.io/c/companies/synnax): AI-powered credit intelligence - [Truflation](https://holdex.io/c/companies/truflation): Independent, economic & financial data in real time on-chain - [Amplify](https://holdex.io/c/companies/amplify): Invoice financing and real-world collateralized loans - [Finoverse](https://holdex.io/c/companies/finoverse): A global network of FinTech and Web3 professionals and investors - [Wakame](https://holdex.io/c/companies/wakame): Proof of Attendance Protocol for secure events access - [Web3 Headhunting](https://holdex.io/c/companies/hh-whitepaper): Hire vetted web3 talent across the globe and streamline payroll - [Pickle Finance](https://holdex.io/c/companies/pickle-finance): Automated compounding yields from multiple DeFi protocols - [Clearpool Finance](https://holdex.io/c/companies/clearpool-finance): Lend stablecoins to leading institutions & earn attractive risk-adjusted yields - [Lumiere](https://holdex.io/c/companies/lumiere): Unique film & fashion collectibles powered by NFTs - [Zebec Protocol](https://holdex.io/c/companies/zebec-protocol): Multi-chain streaming and web3 banking services for institutional and retail consumers - [Pass Club](https://holdex.io/c/companies/pass-club): Permissionless decentralized identity platform ## Jobs Passionate enthusiasts to build our decentralized future wanted! - [Marketing Maestro](https://holdex.io/c/jobs/marketing-guru): Marketing Maestro Wanted: Shape the Future of Web3 Adoption! - [Executive Personal Assistant](https://holdex.io/c/jobs/executive-personal-assistant): Free the CEO to create, sell, and partner—while you run everything else flawlessly. - [Rust Engineer (Solana)](https://holdex.io/c/jobs/rust-engineer-solana): Work with a team shipping real DeFi apps on Solana. Write performant Rust, own smart contract upgrades, and secure millions in on-chain value. - [Entrepreneur in Residence](https://holdex.io/c/jobs/entrepreneur-in-residence): Seeking a strategic partner to enhance decentralized finance, collaborate on products, and build strong partnerships in the venture ecosystem. - [DevOps Engineer](https://holdex.io/c/jobs/devops-engineer): Evolve our culture and infrastructure for faster product delivery and reliable service. - [GoLang Engineer](https://holdex.io/c/jobs/golang-engineer): Contribute to the backbone of the next decentralized informational network - [Data Scientist](https://holdex.io/c/jobs/data-scientist): Experienced Data Scientist wanted to build decentralized credit analysis and rating system - [Python Engineer](https://holdex.io/c/jobs/python-engineer): Skilful Python Engineer wanted to build decentralized financial systems - [Product Designer](https://holdex.io/c/jobs/ux-ui-designer): Craft user experiences that solve business problems with great attention to UI details - [Developer Relations (DevRel)](https://holdex.io/c/jobs/developer-advocate): Become the voice of a web3 community in top DeFi protocol - [Senior Solidity Engineer](https://holdex.io/c/jobs/senior-smart-contract-developer): Contribute to decentralized finance with smart contracts that operate millions in TVL - [UX/UI Engineer](https://holdex.io/c/jobs/full-stack-designer): UX/UI Engineer required to craft trendy designs and further translate them into web-native experiences - [Full-Stack Enginer, Web3](https://holdex.io/c/jobs/full-stack-web3-developer): Open position for experienced Javascript and Solidity developer - [Actuarial Advisor](https://holdex.io/c/jobs/actuarial-advisor-decentro): We are looking for advisor with actuarial experience to help developers design a natural disaster insurance models. ## Research and Guides Explore the thrilling realm of Web3 with Holdex's engaging insights on products and market trends—your guide to the future of the Internet! - [Top Web3 Security Auditors](https://holdex.io/c/learn/article-top-web3-security-auditors): Navigating the Web3 Security Landscape and Unveiling Top Auditors' Unique Approaches - [Leave](https://holdex.io/c/learn/leave): Our team's leave and days off policy - [Editorial Guidelines](https://holdex.io/c/learn/editorial-guidelines): By following these guidelines, we can ensure that our content is consistent, accurate, and engaging. - [🐙 Github: How we use it](https://holdex.io/c/learn/github-strategy): Our hidden gem that turbocharges Holdex operations! - [Uniswap V3 & staking](https://holdex.io/c/learn/uniswap-v3-and-staking): Learn about the new changes introduced to Uniswap V3 - [Mark Curchin](https://holdex.io/c/learn/mark-curchin): Partner & Co-founder at Holdex - [Curated Crypto and Web3 events in Hong Kong](https://holdex.io/c/learn/crypto-and-web3-events): This is a curated list of the events recommended by our team. - [Clearpool Prime - User Guide](https://holdex.io/c/learn/clearpool-prime-user-guide): Discover Clearpool Prime protocol features in action and get familiar with web app interface - [Understanding Custonomy product](https://holdex.io/c/learn/understanding-custonomy-product): Blockchain technology is very secure, however, the way some companies manage the keys is not. - [How to stake tokens with Uniswap v3 staking program](https://holdex.io/c/learn/how-to-stake-tokens-with-uniswap-v3-staking-program): Complete guide on how implement staking of your Uniswap V3 Staking program - [Are all your friends getting rich with NFT's?](https://holdex.io/c/learn/are-all-your-friends-getting-rich-with-nfts): Discover more insights from the Holdex community. - [Guide on how to launch your token (aka TGE)](https://holdex.io/c/learn/guide-on-how-to-launch-your-own-token-generation-event): The actual scope of work for the token generation event - [How to create a Uniswap V3 staking program](https://holdex.io/c/learn/how-to-create-a-uniswap-v3-staking-program): Learn how to configure and deploy your own Uniswap V3 staking program - [Uniswap V3 Fee Calculator](https://holdex.io/c/learn/uniswap-v3-fee-calculator): Discover more insights from the Holdex community. - [What is ERC20 compatible wallet?](https://holdex.io/c/learn/what-is-erc20-compatible-wallet): ERC-20 wallets guide and a features comparison. - [Liquidity Mining to Launch and Bootstrap new DeFi apps](https://holdex.io/c/learn/liquidity-mining-to-launch-and-bootstrap-new-defi-apps): Discover more insights from the Holdex community. - [List of DeFi tokens, apps, and tools](https://holdex.io/c/learn/list-of-defi-tokens-apps-and-tools): Community-curated list of DeFi tokens, tools and apps for beginners. - [What is crypto arbitrage & how to make the most of it?](https://holdex.io/c/learn/what-is-crypto-arbitrage-and-how-to-make-the-most-of-it): Cryptocurrency arbitrage is a popular way to make money in digital asset markets. - [What is DeFi?](https://holdex.io/c/learn/what-is-defi): Beginners guide to DeF meaning, history, DeFi blockchains and apps. CeFi vs DeFi. The future of DeFi. - [Yield Farming Concepts: Making Money with DeFi Basics](https://holdex.io/c/learn/yield-farming-concepts-making-money-with-defi-basics): In Part II, we cover the core concepts in Yield Farming, from lending to governance - [Trading vs Yield Farming: Making Money with DeFi Basics](https://holdex.io/c/learn/trading-vs-yield-farming-making-money-with-defi-basics): This series aims to explain the mechanics behind DeFi's most popular money-making strategy: Yield Farming - [Understanding mStable: a beginner’s guide and review](https://holdex.io/c/learn/understanding-mstable-a-beginners-guide-and-review): Beginner's guide on mStable protocol, purpose, platform, token and ecosystem. - [Understanding Cream: a beginner’s guide and review](https://holdex.io/c/learn/understanding-cream-a-beginners-guide-and-review): Decentralized lending protocol running on Ethereum, Binance Smart Chain, and Fantom. - [Understanding Pickle: a beginner’s guide and review](https://holdex.io/c/learn/understanding-pickle-a-beginners-guide-and-review): Beginner's review of Pickle Finance platform, purpose, tokenomics and ecosystem. - [Understanding Swerve: a beginner’s guide and review](https://holdex.io/c/learn/understanding-swerve-a-beginners-guide-and-review): Comprehensive guide for beginners on Swerve's stablecoin DEX. - [Understanding Balancer: a beginner’s guide and review](https://holdex.io/c/learn/understanding-balancer-a-beginners-guide-and-review): Automated portfolio manager and trading platform - [Understanding SelfKey: a beginner’s guide and review](https://holdex.io/c/learn/understanding-selfkey-a-beginners-guide-and-review): Beginner's guide into SelfKey platform purpose, applications, token and ecosystem. - [Understanding SushiSwap: a beginner’s guide and review](https://holdex.io/c/learn/understanding-sushiswap-a-beginners-guide-and-review): Beginner's guide to SushiSwap and new Sushi protocol. Review of purpose, tokenomics and ecosystem. - [Understanding Maker: a beginner’s guide and review](https://holdex.io/c/learn/understanding-maker-a-beginners-guide-and-review): The biggest decentralised stablecoin on Ethereum blockchain - [Understanding yEarn: a beginner’s guide and review](https://holdex.io/c/learn/understanding-yearn-a-beginners-guide-and-review): DeFi aggregator and yield rebalancer - [Understanding Curve: a beginner’s guide and review](https://holdex.io/c/learn/understanding-curve-a-beginners-guide-and-review): Extremely efficient stablecoin trading and low risk, supplemental fee income for liquidity providers, without an opportunity cost. - [Understanding Uniswap: a beginner’s guide and review](https://holdex.io/c/learn/understanding-uniswap-a-beginners-guide-and-review): Beginner's guide to Uniswap DEX, purpose, tokenomics and ecosystem. - [Understanding Aave: a beginner’s guide and review](https://holdex.io/c/learn/understanding-aave-a-beginners-guide-and-review): This article is a guide to the history and fundamentals behind Aave. We will cover the team and technology behind the project, its vision, as well as its market maturity and the state of its ecosystem. - [Understanding Cardano: a beginner’s guide and review](https://holdex.io/c/learn/understanding-cardano-a-beginners-guide-and-review): Proof-of-stake blockchain platform - [Understanding Polkadot: a beginner’s guide and review](https://holdex.io/c/learn/understanding-polkadot-a-beginners-guide-and-review): A multichain network that aims to enable true cross-blockchain interoperability - [Understanding OMG Network: a beginner’s guide & review](https://holdex.io/c/learn/understanding-omg-network-a-beginners-guide-and-review): Instant and extremely affordable solution to scale Ethereum network - [Orchid – a beginner’s guide and review](https://holdex.io/c/learn/understanding-orchid-a-beginners-guide-and-review): If you care about data exchange privacy, then Orchid protocol might be for you - [Understanding Tezos: a beginner’s guide and review](https://holdex.io/c/learn/understanding-tezos-a-beginners-guide-and-review): Learn about Tezos in simple terms and understand Tezos's background and principles. - [Understanding Cosmos: a beginner’s guide and review](https://holdex.io/c/learn/understanding-cosmos-a-beginners-guide-and-review): Beginner's guide to Cosmos network, purpose, tokenomics and ecosystem. - [Understanding Dfinity: a beginner’s guide and review](https://holdex.io/c/learn/understanding-dfinity-a-beginners-guide-and-review): Beginner's guide to Dfinity Foundation, the internet computer purpose, tokenomics and ecosystem. - [Understanding QuarkChain: a beginner’s guide and review](https://holdex.io/c/learn/understanding-quarkchain-a-beginners-guide-and-review): Beginner review of the next-gen, high-speed blockchain network from QuarkChain - [ShapeShift exchange: a beginner’s guide and review](https://holdex.io/c/learn/shapeshift-exchange-a-beginners-guide-and-review): A beginner's guide into ShapeShift platform, apps and FOX token - [Understanding Decentraland: a beginner’s guide & review](https://holdex.io/c/learn/understanding-decentraland-a-beginners-guide-and-review): Virtual world where users are owners of their digital life and real world like assets - [ExMarkets exchange: a review](https://holdex.io/c/learn/exmarkets-exchange-a-review): Beginner's guide to ExMarkets exchange, security, launchpad and policies. - [Understanding Horizen: a beginner’s guide and review](https://holdex.io/c/learn/understanding-horizen-a-beginners-guide-and-review): Beginner's review of Horizen blockchain protocol security, ZEN token and speecial features. - [Bitbns exchange: a review](https://holdex.io/c/learn/bitbns-exchange-a-review): A review of Bitbns Exchange's trading platform, history, security and fees. - [BitForex exchange: a review](https://holdex.io/c/learn/bitforex-exchange-a-review): A review of BitForex exchange platform, security, fees and special features. - [Understanding Wyre: a review](https://holdex.io/c/learn/understanding-wyre-a-review): Beginner's guide to Wyre protocol origin, potential, products and future. - [Understanding Celsius Network: a review](https://holdex.io/c/learn/understanding-celsius-network-a-review): A beginner's guide to Celsius Network's platform, token and applications - [Coineal exchange review](https://holdex.io/c/learn/coineal-exchange-review): Beginner's guide into Coineal CEX platform, security and launchpad. - [Understanding Aluna.Social: a review](https://holdex.io/c/learn/understanding-aluna-social-a-review): Understand DeFi trading with Aluna Social's platform for copy and counter-copy trading strategy. - [Understanding Kyber Network: a review](https://holdex.io/c/learn/understanding-kyber-network-a-review): Beginner's guide to Kyber Network, potential, use-cases, KNC token and DAO. - [CoinJar exchange: a review](https://holdex.io/c/learn/coinjar-exchange-a-review): Beginner's review of CoinJar exchange. Security check, crypto debit card features and KYC policies. - [Understanding Pillar: Protecting Your Data](https://holdex.io/c/learn/understanding-pillar-protecting-your-data): Beginner's guide into Pillar multi-chain self-custodial wallet. - [How to install MetaMask](https://holdex.io/c/learn/how-to-install-metamask): Discover more insights from the Holdex community. - [WhiteBIT exchange review](https://holdex.io/c/learn/whitebit-exchange-review): Beginner's guide to WhiteBIT exchange features, security, team and policies. - [Unpacking Wirex: a user review](https://holdex.io/c/learn/unpacking-wirex-a-user-review): Discover more insights from the Holdex community. ## Announcements New updates and announcements in Web3. - [Events](https://holdex.io/c/announcements/holdex-is-heading-to-crypto-blockchain-events): Upcoming and past blockchain and Web3 events where Holdex team will be attending. - [About Holdex](https://holdex.io/c/announcements/about): Holdex offers practical solutions and connects startups to resources, helping founders build and launch market-driven products. - [Services](https://holdex.io/c/announcements/services): We provide bespoke solutions to help your company address all the biggest challenges in web3 - [Perks for startups](https://holdex.io/c/announcements/perks-for-startups): Partner with Holdex to access deals and perks to grow or start your startup. - [Join Web3 competition in Bahamas](https://holdex.io/c/announcements/join-web3-competition-in-bahamas): Holdex to become a partner of Finoverse to support the web3 competition for the upcoming D3 Bahamas event - [For Startups](https://holdex.io/c/announcements/for-startups): Learn about our partnership recipe that empowers the company success - [Clearpool Mainnet is live!](https://holdex.io/c/announcements/clearpool-mainnet-is-live): Grab your stablecoins and start earning high rewards with the first borrowing pools on Clearpool - [Login with Metamask and WalletConnect.](https://holdex.io/c/announcements/login-with-metamask-and-walletconnect): Discover more insights from the Holdex community. - [2020 Crypto's Most Influential people](https://holdex.io/c/announcements/2020-crypto): Discover more insights from the Holdex community. - [Blockpass Airdrops to be Distributed Via Holdex](https://holdex.io/c/announcements/blockpass-airdrops-to-be-distributed-via-holdex): Discover more insights from the Holdex community. - [Holdex interview with Scott Cunningham](https://holdex.io/c/announcements/holdex-interview-with-scott-cunningham): Discover more insights from the Holdex community. ## Product Threads Additional conversations from Holdex builders and the community. - [Lumiere Powered by Holdex](https://holdex.io/c/case-studies/lumiere-is-now-powered-by-holdex): Holdex and Lumiere are joining forces to empower the next phase of film industry disruption