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DeFi lending platforms allow users to lend and borrow cryptocurrencies in a decentralized manner, without needing intermediaries like banks. Lenders provide liquidity to lending pools and earn interest on their deposits. Borrowers can take out loans by collateralizing their assets, ensuring that the loan is backed by a sufficient amount of crypto. These platforms typically use smart contracts to enforce loan terms, such as repayment schedules and liquidation mechanisms if the collateral's value drops below a certain threshold. Interest rates are determined by market demand, and both parties benefit from the decentralized and automated nature of the platform.