> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://bond-finance.gitbook.io/welcome-to-bond-finance-ecosystem/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://bond-finance.gitbook.io/welcome-to-bond-finance-ecosystem/introduction.md).

# INTRODUCTION

We are at a crossroads in our financial system. The emergence of trustless, decentralized networks unlocks the potential for a future where commerce can happen without the permission, participation, or benefit of financial intermediaries.

Bond finance provides a decentralized financial asset which rewards users with a sustainable fixed compound interest model through use of it’s BFAP protocol.

Bond delivers the industry’s highest fixed APY, paid every 30 minutes, and a simple buy-hold-earn system that grows your $Bond portfolio in your wallet at a lightning fast speed.