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Composability
The ability of DeFi protocols and smart contracts to seamlessly interact with and build upon each other, often described as 'money Legos.' Composability allows developers to combine existing protocols — for example, using Aave lending positions as collateral on another protocol. This interoperability is a core advantage of open blockchain ecosystems but also creates systemic risk if one component fails.
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