# Core Concepts for DeFi Services In the realm of decentralized finance (DeFi), understanding the core concepts is essential for navigating this innovative landscape. DeFi services represent a paradigm shift in traditional finance, offering users the opportunity to access financial services without the need for intermediaries like banks or brokers. At NYX Shadow, we're committed to simplifying these complex concepts, empowering users to harness the full potential of DeFi. --- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://nyx-shadow.gitbook.io/nyx-shadow-whitepaper/core-concepts-for-defi-services.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.