Market structure
Maximal extractable value
MEV is captured by selecting, inserting or reordering transactions.
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Overview
MEV is captured by selecting, inserting or reordering transactions.
Why it matters
Arbitrage, liquidations and sandwiches turn order flow into revenue.
What to check
Identify who sees pending orders and controls ordering.