We’re back with another episode of The Dexlyn Space, and this one dove straight into the core of what we’re building—alongside the people helping shape it.
For Episode 2, we were joined by James Preston, Marketing Manager at Supra, and Anubhav Rustogi, who leads Ecosystem Growth. What followed was a real conversation about what makes Supra different as a Layer 1, how its infrastructure fits perfectly with where Dexlyn is headed, and what builders across DeFi should be thinking about next.
This wasn’t a surface-level chat. We got into real problems—MEV attacks, broken bridges, tokenomics that don’t reward communities—and broke down how Supra is approaching each of them differently. If you’re building, trading, or thinking about how DeFi evolves from here, this episode was packed with signal.
Here’s a quick recap of the key moments, what stood out, and what’s coming next.
What Makes Supra Different as a Layer 1
We kicked off the conversation by going straight to the core: what sets Supra apart as a Layer 1?
This wasn’t about marketing fluff or vague promises. Supra’s architecture is built for DeFi from the ground up. Everything from how transactions are ordered, to how data is accessed, to how automation is handled — it’s all designed to support real protocols, not just test ideas.
During the session, we also gave a quick shoutout to the recent Supra dApp Showdown winners, Crystara and Atomos — both standout projects that will be featured in upcoming Dexlyn Space episodes. These builders are pushing the limits of what’s possible on-chain, and they’re doing it on Supra for a reason.
For us at Dexlyn, the decision to build on Supra wasn’t just about speed or low fees. It was about alignment. Supra is creating an environment where DeFi apps can actually scale — with native automation, oracles, and cross-chain capabilities already baked in. That kind of foundation doesn’t just support what we’re building today, it sets us up for where we’re going next.
This wasn’t just another L1 discussion. It was a look at why infra matters — and how the right foundation can change what’s possible for builders.
Real Problems in DeFi, Real Solutions from Supra
DeFi is full of promise, but it’s also full of holes — and they’re not just technical, they’re structural. What made this episode stand out was how we walked through some of the messiest, most frustrating problems in the space and talked through how Supra is tackling them at the base layer.
This wasn’t theoretical. These were real case studies from recent months — each one a reminder that if you want DeFi to scale, you need better infrastructure. And Supra’s approach is to build those solutions directly into the chain.
MEV Protection – Ending the Sandwich Nightmare
If you’ve ever traded on a DEX, there’s a decent chance you’ve been sandwiched — front-run by one bot, back-run by another, and left with worse pricing than you expected.
Supra’s approach to MEV is different. Instead of playing catch-up with off-chain protection, they’ve built defense mechanisms directly into the chain:
- Randomized transaction ordering
- Localized fee markets
- No public mempool exposure
For Dexlyn users, this means fewer nasty surprises and tighter execution on swaps. It means trades reflect your intent — not someone else’s extraction strategy.
Native Services: Oracles, Randomness, Cross-Chain Calls
A lot of DeFi protocols rely on patchwork solutions — plugging in oracles from one provider, randomness from another, and cross-chain messaging through a third.
Supra takes a different approach. All of these core services — price feeds, randomness, messaging — are built natively into the network. That’s fewer dependencies, fewer attack vectors, and fewer things to worry about as a builder.
For us at Dexlyn, that makes a real difference. Whether it’s cross-chain pools, automation logic, or price triggers — we’re building on a stack that already supports what we need, without having to bolt on third-party services every step of the way.
On-Chain Automation and Liquidations
Liquidations are a necessary part of lending and margin trading. But when they lag, the results can be catastrophic.
Supra’s solution is on-chain automation — Autofi — that enables instant, transparent, and decentralized liquidations at the block level. No keeper networks, no delay, no incentive misalignment.
For us, this tech isn’t optional. As Dexlyn rolls out features like limit orders and leverage, we need automation that can move at chain speed — not something that waits for an off-chain actor to wake up and run a script.
Auto-Arbitrage: Keeping Value Within the Network
Arbitrage bots might help balance markets, but they don’t do it for free. They extract value — millions every month — just by catching price imbalances and acting faster than anyone else.
Supra’s take? Do the arbitrage in-house.
Instead of letting external bots skim the spread, Supra’s validator logic can execute internal arbitrage across connected pools — and send the profits to the network treasury or even back to the users.
This flips the script. For Dexlyn LPs and traders, it means that natural market inefficiencies don’t always become someone else’s payday. They stay within the ecosystem and help make the protocol stronger.
Aligning Incentives: Supra’s Revenue Model
If the tech stack is one part of the equation, incentive design is the other. The best infrastructure in the world won’t matter if the people who contribute to the network — whether they’re users, builders, or validators — don’t have skin in the game. That’s where Supra’s revenue model stands out.
This part of the episode shifted gears a bit — from pure infrastructure to economic alignment — and it brought up some hard truths about how token models have been handled in DeFi so far.
Buybacks and Value Capture for $SUPRA
We’ve all seen the same story play out before. A project launches a governance token, but never gives holders an actual reason to hold beyond voting rights.
As a result, communities want real value accrual, and the protocols that are listening are seeing stronger engagement.
Supra isn’t playing catch-up here. Its buyback model is built in from day one.
Here’s where the revenue comes from:
- MEV protection fees
- Internal arbitrage profits
- Liquidation penalties
- Transaction fees from native services like cross-chain calls, oracle usage, and automation
That revenue isn’t just flowing into a black box. It’s actively used for $SUPRA buybacks and redistributions, ensuring that value created by the network flows back to those who support and secure it.
For Dexlyn users, this matters. The stronger Supra’s token model is, the more robust the ecosystem we’re building on becomes. It also sets a clear direction for how we think about $DXLYN’s own incentive alignment as our community grows.
Network-Owned Treasury for Long-Term Growth
Tokenomics isn’t just about buybacks. It’s also about who controls the cash flow — and what happens to it.
Supra takes a different approach. All protocol revenue flows into a community-owned treasury, governed on-chain by token holders. That means:
- Grants for new projects
- Funding for ongoing development
- Security audits and bounties
- Ecosystem-wide incentives
All decided transparently by the people who actually use and build on the network.
For Dexlyn, this opens the door to long-term alignment. As Supra grows, so does the treasury. And that means more funding, more tools, and more support for every project — including ours — that’s betting on this ecosystem.
Macro Snapshot: What’s Happening Beyond DeFi
While most of the conversation focused on infrastructure and protocol design, we took a moment to zoom out and talk about the broader market environment.
With new global tariff policies making headlines, especially those coming out of the US, there’s been a noticeable shift in sentiment. Some see rising inflation as a long-term tailwind for crypto. Others are concerned about how import restrictions could disrupt mining supply chains and impact hardware availability.
Both perspectives hold weight. What matters is recognizing that macro trends don’t just affect TradFi—they shape how DeFi evolves too. Whether it’s liquidity, adoption, or infrastructure costs, the larger world always finds a way to show up in this space.
As builders, we stay focused on the roadmap. But we’re also paying attention.
What This Means for Dexlyn
Everything we’ve talked about so far—automation, MEV protection, native infrastructure, aligned incentives—isn’t just theoretical for us. It directly shapes how we’re building Dexlyn.
Supra’s architecture gives us the tools we need to go beyond basic swaps and LP pools. It unlocks key features we’re actively rolling out, starting with limit orders powered by on-chain automation. No keepers, no centralized triggers—just pure, protocol-level execution built for real traders.
We’re also moving toward more efficient liquidity models, including concentrated liquidity and programmable incentives that reward active LPs. Supra’s infra makes that easier to implement and manage at scale.
On the user experience front, features like SupraNS and real-time settlement help us clean up the rough edges that still hold Web3 back. From wallet simplicity to faster finality, it’s all part of making Dexlyn smoother to use and easier to trust.
This partnership wasn’t about short-term convenience. It was about long-term alignment. Supra is building infrastructure for the next generation of DeFi, and Dexlyn is shaping up to be one of the first platforms to fully tap into what that makes possible. We’re not here to chase hype—we’re here to build something that lasts.
Final Thoughts
This episode made it clear that both Supra and Dexlyn are building for the same future—one where DeFi is faster, smarter, and actually aligned with the people who use it.
From better infrastructure to better incentives, the vision we’re working toward is one that solves real problems and creates real opportunities. Whether you’re a developer, trader, or someone just watching the space closely, the signals are all pointing in the right direction.
Big thanks to James Preston and Anubhav Rustogi from the Supra team for joining us and breaking things down the way only insiders can. And of course, thanks to everyone who tuned in live and added to the conversation.
We’ve got more coming. New guests, new features, and more updates to share on the next episode of The Dexlyn Space.
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