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Last updated: April 2026
Uniswap (UNI) Risk Score
Uniswap (UNI) has a composite risk score of 11/100, classified as Very Low Risk. This score is derived from 6 active indicators and updates every 6 hours. The largest decentralized exchange protocol on Ethereum.
Uniswap Risk Score
Very Low Risk
What Does This Score Mean?
A score of 11 means Uniswap is in the Very Low Risk zone. Scores below 40 indicate relatively lower risk conditions, while scores above 60 suggest elevated risk.
This composite is computed from up to 9 indicators including on-chain data, market sentiment, and price action. The individual indicator scores are available to Alpha Factory members.
Scoring Indicators
| Indicator | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Risk Wave | 23% | Core |
| RSI (2-Week) | 18% | Core |
| ATH Distance | 5% | Core |
| Bitcoin Dominance | 5% | Core |
| Fear & Greed Index | 14% | Core |
| ALT/BTC Ratio | 5% | Core |
| BTC Production Cost | 9% | Core |
| Funding Rate | 5% | Modifier |
| Token Unlocks | 18% | Modifier |
Uniswap Investment Context
Uniswap is the dominant DEX protocol by trading volume on Ethereum and has expanded to multiple Layer 2 networks. Its continuous innovation through AMM design iterations keeps it competitive as the DeFi landscape evolves. UNI holders gained potential fee-switch exposure following a 2024 governance upgrade that enabled protocol fee collection.
Key Features:
- Automated market maker (AMM) model replaces traditional order books with liquidity pools
- Uniswap v3 introduced concentrated liquidity, allowing LPs to allocate capital within custom price ranges
- UNI token grants governance rights over protocol parameters and treasury spending
- Uniswap v4 introduces hooks, customizable logic that can run on pool actions
Key Risks:
- Governance fee switch may be challenged by regulatory scrutiny on token holders receiving protocol revenue
- Competition from aggregators and alternative DEXes on newer chains continues to erode market share
- Liquidity provider returns can be negative in volatile markets due to impermanent loss
DeFi Category
Decentralized Finance tokens power protocols that recreate financial services without traditional intermediaries.
Strategy: DeFi tokens live and die by TVL and real fee revenue. Focus on protocols generating sustainable revenue.
View all DeFi risk scores →Compare with DeFi Peers
| # | Coin | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Injective INJ | 7 |
| 2 | Curve DAO CRV | 7 |
| 3 | Trader Joe JOE | 8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current risk score for Uniswap?
Uniswap (UNI) currently has a composite risk score of 11/100, classified as "Very Low Risk". This score is derived from 6 active indicators including Risk Wave, RSI, and market sentiment data.
How risky is Uniswap compared to other DeFi coins?
DeFi coins generally carry high risk. Decentralized Finance tokens power protocols that recreate financial services without traditional intermediaries. Among peers, Injective currently shows the lowest risk in this category.
What indicators are used to score Uniswap?
The Uniswap risk score uses up to 9 indicators: Risk Wave (momentum), 2-week RSI (overbought/oversold), ATH Distance, Bitcoin Dominance, Fear & Greed Index, ALT/BTC Ratio, BTC Production Cost, Funding Rate, and Token Unlocks. Each indicator is weighted based on its predictive value for altcoin market conditions.
Should I invest in Uniswap based on this risk score?
Risk scores are for informational purposes only and do not constitute financial advice. Uniswap is the dominant DEX protocol by trading volume on Ethereum and has expanded to multiple Layer 2 networks. Its continuous innovation through AMM design iterations keeps it competitive as the De... Always do your own research and consult a financial advisor.