Liquidation Fee Burn

Burn

The term “Liquidation Fee Burn” refers to a mechanism within cryptocurrency lending protocols and derivatives markets where a portion of the fees collected during liquidation events are permanently removed from circulation. This deflationary process aims to reduce the overall supply of the protocol’s native token, potentially increasing its value over time. It’s a direct consequence of margin calls and forced liquidations, where borrowers fail to meet maintenance requirements, and their collateral is sold off to cover outstanding debt. The burn rate is typically a percentage of the liquidation fee, varying across different platforms and protocols.