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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the RON/BNT trading pair and where is it typically exchanged?

The RON/BNT pair involves swapping RON, the native token of the Ronin blockchain used for the Axie Infinity ecosystem, for BNT, the governance and staking token of the Bancor Network, a decentralized finance (DeFi) protocol. This swap is not typically found on centralized exchanges. It usually requires a cross-chain bridge to move RON from the Ronin sidechain to the Ethereum mainnet (as Wrapped RON or wRON), and then using a decentralized exchange (DEX) or an AMM like Bancor itself to perform the swap.

What kind of fees are involved in a RON to BNT swap?

A RON to BNT swap involves multiple potential fees. First, a transaction fee on the Ronin network (historically low). Second, a fee for using a cross-chain bridge like the official Ronin Bridge to convert RON to an ERC-20 token on Ethereum. Third, Ethereum network gas fees for the swap transaction on a DEX, which can be significant. Finally, the automated market maker (AMM) itself will charge a swap fee, which is distributed to liquidity providers. Managing Ethereum gas fees is a key consideration.

What wallet infrastructure is needed to manage both RON and BNT?

To manage both digital assets, you need two types of wallets. For RON, you require a Ronin Wallet, which is specifically designed for the Ronin proof-of-authority sidechain. For BNT, which is an ERC-20 token, you need an Ethereum-compatible wallet like MetaMask or a hardware wallet. Any transaction between them, such as a swap, will involve interacting with both of these wallet types and a bridging service, so secure management of your private keys or seed phrases for both wallets is paramount.

What are the primary reasons to swap RON for BNT?

Users swap RON for BNT primarily to engage with the Bancor DeFi protocol. Key motivations include accessing Bancor's single-sided liquidity pools, which allow users to provide liquidity with a single asset (like wRON) and earn fees, participating in the protocol's governance by holding BNT, and benefiting from Bancor's unique impermanent loss protection mechanism, which is a significant feature for liquidity providers in the AMM space.

How does Bancor's impermanent loss protection apply when providing liquidity with wRON?

If you provide wRON to a Bancor V3 liquidity pool, you can benefit from its impermanent loss (IL) protection. This feature is designed to compensate liquidity providers for the potential value loss that occurs when the price ratio of assets in a pool changes. The protection typically accrues over time, reaching full coverage after a set period (e.g., 100 days). This makes providing single-sided liquidity with assets like wRON on Bancor a potentially lower-risk strategy compared to traditional AMMs that don't offer such protection.

Are there any specific risks when bridging RON from its native chain to trade for BNT?

Yes, using a cross-chain bridge introduces specific risks. The primary risk is smart contract vulnerability; the bridge's code could have exploits that put funds at risk. There is also a centralization risk, as some bridges rely on a small set of validators. Always use reputable, well-audited bridges, such as the official Ronin Bridge. Double-check all transaction details and wallet addresses before confirming, as blockchain transactions are immutable and errors can lead to permanent loss of your digital assets.