The Defiant
The Defiant

The Defiant

by Camila Russo

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Essential DeFi, NFT, and Web3 coverage trusted by 400K+ investors. The Defiant delivers unbiased, independent journalism on decentralized finance with authority.

About The Defiant

The Defiant is the essential content platform for DeFi, NFT, and Web3 insights. Founded by former Bloomberg journalist Camila Russo, it delivers journalism with authority through objective, data-backed, primary-source reported pieces written by insiders. The DeFi Daily newsletter informs 90K+ 'Defiers' every weekday with curated analysis of all major developments in decentralized finance. The Defiant has partnered with Filecoin to preserve its entire news archive on decentralized storage.

What Makes This Newsletter Unique

The Defiant combines Camila Russo's mainstream financial journalism background with deep crypto expertise. The result is DeFi coverage that's both accessible to newcomers and valuable to insiders. As an independent outlet, The Defiant isn't beholden to the interests that compromise much crypto media. The commitment to decentralization extends to archiving content on Filecoin.

Who Should Subscribe?

The Defiant is ideal for: - DeFi users tracking protocols and opportunities - Crypto investors wanting quality analysis - Web3 builders understanding the ecosystem - Traders following market developments - Anyone wanting unbiased crypto coverage If you're serious about DeFi and want journalism rather than shilling, The Defiant delivers.

Content Format

The Defiant offers: - DeFi Daily: Weekday newsletter with top stories - In-depth articles and analysis - Video content and interviews - Educational DeFi content - Premium research for subscribers

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Pros

  • Founded by respected Bloomberg journalist
  • Unbiased, independent coverage
  • DeFi-focused depth
  • Free daily newsletter
  • Decentralized archive on Filecoin
  • Trusted by 400K+ readers

Cons

  • DeFi focus may be narrow for general crypto
  • Premium needed for full access
  • Ethereum-heavy coverage
  • Can be technical for newcomers

Frequently Asked Questions

Who founded The Defiant?

Camila Russo, a former Bloomberg News reporter and author of 'The Infinite Machine' (the story of Ethereum), founded The Defiant.

Is The Defiant free?

The DeFi Daily newsletter is free. Premium subscription provides full access to all content and research.

What topics does The Defiant cover?

The Defiant covers DeFi, NFTs, Web3, Ethereum, and the broader decentralized economy.

How is The Defiant different from other crypto media?

The Defiant provides independent, unbiased journalism rather than sponsored content or shilling. Camila's mainstream journalism background ensures quality.

What is the Filecoin partnership?

The Defiant partnered with Filecoin to preserve its entire news archive on decentralized storage, ensuring permanent access.

About the Author: Camila Russo

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Camila Russo

Camila Russo is the founder of The Defiant and author of 'The Infinite Machine,' the story of Ethereum. She was previously a Bloomberg News reporter in Madrid, Buenos Aires, and New York, covering emerging markets, European stock markets, and later digital assets. Camila launched The Defiant to provide authoritative, independent DeFi journalism that crypto deserves.

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