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The financial world is in constant flux, and as we navigate 2025, the conversation around decentralized finance (DeFi) and its rivalry with traditional banking is more vibrant than ever. While banks have long been the bedrock of our financial systems, DeFi has rapidly emerged as a potent challenger, offering innovative solutions and a fundamentally different approach to managing money. This exploration delves into the current state of DeFi, examining its growth, its capabilities, and its potential to coexist or even compete with the established giants of traditional finance.