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What Is the Difference between an AMM and an Order Book DEX?

An Automated Market Maker (AMM) DEX uses liquidity pools and a mathematical formula to determine asset prices and execute trades, eliminating the need for traditional buyers and sellers. An order book DEX functions like a traditional exchange, matching buy and sell limit orders from traders, which requires active market makers to provide liquidity.

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