# About Lynex

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## What is Lynex?

Lynex is an advanced decentralized exchange (DEX) and liquidity marketplace on the Linea blockchain. It enables seamless token swapping, earning $LYNX as a liquidity provider, receiving voter rewards, and steering emission flows to optimize trading revenue. Lynex stands out with its community-focused approach, providing a platform where users and DAOs can actively shape their  experience.

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## Our Journey

Founded by a team of seasoned DeFi veterans, Lynex was inspired by the Solidly ecosystem, particularly the successes and lessons from platforms like THENA and Velodrome. With a vision to enhance and innovate within DeFi, we embarked on creating a DEX that’s more inclusive, transparent, and community-driven.

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## Vision and Mission

Lynex envisions a world where DeFi is accessible to everyone, breaking down barriers to create a fair global economy. Our mission is to revolutionize DeFi by providing a user-friendly, secure liquidity layer, empowering all participants to engage confidently in decentralized finance.

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## Collaboration and Roots

Rooted in the successes of Velodrome and THENA, Lynex benefits from strong collaborative support. As a friendly fork of Thena, this partnership strengthens our commitment to innovation and value creation, positioning Lynex as a leader in the DeFi landscape on Linea. Together, we’re not just building a platform; we’re shaping the future of decentralized finance.

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Before using Lynex, users are advised to read and agree to a [legal disclaimer](https://lynex.gitbook.io/lynex-docs/info-and-security/legal-disclaimer).
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