# Introduction

Qist is a DeFi protocol that runs strategies to generate **interest-free, halal yield** for stablecoins.

Our strategy generates returns [via market-making](../yield-generation) stablecoin liquidity pools onchain.&#x20;

This strategy avoids _Riba_ (interest), _Gharar_ (excessive uncertainty), and other prohibited elements.

All Shariah-related aspects of the product — including structuring, certification, compliance monitoring, and ongoing review — are under the exclusive oversight of a dedicated Shariah advisor, [Dr Farrukh Habib](../our-shariah-advisor).&#x20;

