Turbocharging DeFi Arbitrage with 10x Speed Boosts: The Arb Fast Lane Evolution

Jen Albert
Bancor
Published in
3 min readDec 19, 2023

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Introduced by Bancor in March 2023, the Arb Fast Lane has made a significant impact in the decentralized finance (DeFi) space. Recognized as a first-of-its-kind, the protocol facilitates arbitrage across various decentralized exchanges (DEXes), offering a unique blend of sophistication and accessibility. As an open-source and permissionless framework, the Arb Fast Lane empowers users to engage in complex arbitrage trades while retaining 50% of the trade.

Arb Fast Lane v3

Experience 10x Faster Speeds!

  • This marks a significant leap in the Arb Fast Lane’s performance, dramatically enhancing its speed and accuracy in detecting and leveraging arbitrage opportunities.

Universal Exchange Compatibility

  • The Arb Fast Lane now embraces a wider spectrum of DEXes, offering extended support to forks of Carbon DeFi, Uni v2, and Uni v3, especially useful on Layer 2 platforms. This expansion not only broadens its reach but also significantly enhances its functional capabilities.

Self-Financed Flash Loans

  • This feature fills the void when flash loans aren’t an option on preferred Layer 2 platforms, enabling users to take control and operate the bot in a self-funded mode.

Python 11

  • Integration of the latest Python 11 version injects an extra dose of speed and efficiency into the protocol, taking its performance to the next level.

Token Price Calculation Algorithm

  • Revamping the token price calculation algorithm lead to sharper arbitrage calculations and a significant performance enhancement.

Wrapping and Unwrapping

  • The Arb Fast Lane can now wrap and unwrap gas tokens in order to improve coverage. This upgrade allows the Arb Fast Lane to trade through Carbon DeFi strategies that include wrapped gas tokens such as WETH. This critical upgrade significantly improves support for Layer 2s.

These latest improvements build upon the previous round of advancements, solidifying the Arb Fast Lane’s position as a dominant force within the DeFi ecosystem.

Past Breakthroughs

Enhanced Speed in Data Collection

  • Marked reduction in search times for arbitrage opportunities.
  • Significantly improved response times, giving the protocol a competitive edge in the fast-paced DeFi market.

Sophisticated Arbitrage Strategies

  • Capacity to execute complex trades involving multiple tokens across various DEXes.
  • Adaptability that aligns with the dynamic nature of the DeFi environment, enhancing the protocol’s versatility.

Expanded Flashloan Capabilities

  • Initial support limited to BNT (Bancor Network Token).
  • Upgraded to support flashloans in a diverse range of tokens on Bancor V3 and Balancer.
  • Expansion reduces reliance on a single platform, broadening the protocol’s operational scope.

For more details on past advancements, integrations, and daily records visit Revolutionizing Arbitrage in DeFi with the Arb Fast Lane Protocol.

The Arb Fast Lane’s evolution, adaptability, and proficiency in executing complex trades across multiple DEXes highlight its immense importance in arbitrage, benefiting users and enriching the broader DeFi community.

Users are invited to begin their arbitrage journey with the Arb Fast Lane. To begin, find comprehensive guidance on the Arb Fast Lane Github. See the release notes here. For technical inquiries or assistance, our dedicated Bancor Developers Telegram channel is ready to provide the support you need. Stay informed with real-time statistics by visiting the Arb Fast Lane Dune Dashboard.

Bancor is committed to staying at the forefront of the DeFi sector, consistently pushing the boundaries of what is possible in decentralized arbitrage. As the Arb Fast Lane continues to evolve and seamlessly integrate with an expanding network of DEXes, it is poised to take its capabilities to even greater heights.

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