Central Limit Order Book Protocols

Architecture

Central Limit Order Book protocols represent a specific market microstructure where orders are collected and matched in a centralized manner, even if the underlying settlement occurs on a decentralized ledger. This architecture contrasts sharply with automated market makers, which rely on liquidity pools and mathematical formulas for pricing. The CLOB model is preferred for derivatives trading due to its efficiency in handling complex order types and providing real-time market depth information.