
Wrapped Near
NOK 17.83

NOK 17.83
Wrapped NEAR (wNEAR) is a token that represents an equivalent amount of NEAR Protocol's native token, NEAR, on the NEAR blockchain itself. This mechanism allows NEAR tokens to be utilized within decentralized applications (dApps) and protocols that might otherwise require a different token standard or functionality.
wNEAR serves to enhance the interoperability of the NEAR token within its own ecosystem. It enables participation in various decentralized finance (DeFi) activities, such as lending, borrowing, and yield farming, on platforms built on the NEAR blockchain.
The process of obtaining wNEAR typically involves locking native NEAR tokens in a smart contract. In return, an equal amount of wNEAR is minted. Conversely, wNEAR can be "unwrapped" to retrieve the original NEAR tokens, with the corresponding wNEAR being burned.
By providing a wrapped version, NEAR aims to foster a more robust and liquid ecosystem for its native asset. This facilitates seamless interaction with smart contracts and decentralized applications that may benefit from a standardized token representation.