Decentralized finance, or simply referred to as DeFi, has quickly become one of the most talked-about financial innovations. Compared to the traditional banking and investment infrastructure reliant on centralized institutions such as banks, governments, and financial intermediaries, DeFi platforms reveal an entirely new landscape that is open, borderless, and accessible via anyone with internet access. This new era of digital finance is being fueled by blockchain technology, smart contracts, and digital assets, promising opportunities that were unimaginable even a decade ago.