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+## vela
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+<br>
+
+### tl; dr
+
+<br>
+
+* vela is a decentralized exchange with advanced perpetuals trading capabilities, community-focused incentives, and scalable infrastructure.
+* vela exchange is supported by a robust token infrastructure, $VELA, which is the primary utility token, and $VLP, the liquidity provider token that provides holders and stakers with rewards and incentives.
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+<br>
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+---
+
+### resourcesi