Uniswap Founder Hayden Adams Rejects Claims AMMs Are Unsustainable
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Jan 06 2026- AMM Sustainability Debate: Uniswap founder Hayden Adams responded on January 6 to criticisms regarding the sustainability of automated market makers (AMMs), emphasizing that AMMs provide steady yields for liquidity providers (LPs) in low-volatility markets, showcasing their competitive edge in certain market segments.
- LP Profitability: Adams pointed out that AMMs are often the only scalable structure in high-volatility token markets, where liquidity providers bootstrap markets rather than merely chasing delta-neutral profits, highlighting the significance of AMMs in the ecosystem.
- Upcoming Uniswap v4: He mentioned that the forthcoming Uniswap v4 will allow for custom logic at the pool level, potentially creating more value for liquidity providers and further solidifying AMMs' market position.
- Shifting Industry Consensus: Despite structural challenges faced by AMMs, the emerging consensus within the industry is shifting towards innovating current fee structures to ensure long-term profitability for liquidity providers, indicating the sustained health and potential of AMMs in decentralized liquidity markets.
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Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
