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About
API3 (API3)

API3 is a collaborative project dedicated to building, managing, and monetizing decentralized APIs (dAPIs) at scale, directly addressing the blockchain oracle problem. It aims to connect smart contracts with real-world, off-chain data in a more secure, transparent, and cost-effective manner. Unlike traditional oracle models that rely on third-party intermediaries, API3 champions a first-party oracle solution. This model allows API providers to run their own oracle nodes, called Airnodes, with minimal effort. This direct data sourcing from the provider to the blockchain technology eliminates the need for middlemen, reducing attack vectors and increasing the reliability of on-chain data feeds for various DeFi applications and Web3 infrastructure.

The core of the ecosystem is the API3 token, a digital asset that functions as both a utility and governance token. Token holders can participate in the API3 DAO, which governs the entire network, including the selection of dAPIs and collateral management. Staking the API3 token is a crucial component of its tokenomics, as it provides a security collateral and an insurance-like mechanism for users of the dAPIs, guaranteeing service quality and data integrity. This cryptographic security model aligns incentives between API providers, dApp developers, and the DAO, fostering a robust and decentralized Web3 API economy.

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How to Buy API3 (API3)

  1. Select currency menu

    Choose HKD to API3 Pair

    Select your preferred payment method and enter the amount.

  2. Crypto address page

    Enter Your API3 Wallet Address

    Provide your API3 wallet address and proceed with the payment.

  3. Confirmation page

    Receive Your API3

    Complete the payment, and your API3 will be sent to your wallet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the HKD/API3 trading pair and what does it represent?

    The HKD/API3 pair represents a direct fiat on-ramp allowing you to purchase the API3 governance token using Hong Kong Dollars. API3 is a decentralized oracle network that enables smart contracts to access real-world data through first-party oracles via its Airnode technology. This pair allows direct investment from HKD into the API3 ecosystem, which focuses on providing secure and transparent API data feeds for dApps.

  • How does holding API3 relate to its Airnode and first-party oracle technology?

    Holding the API3 token, often acquired via a fiat gateway like HKD, grants you a stake in the API3 DAO (Decentralized Autonomous Organization). This allows you to participate in governance, voting on key parameters that affect the network's first-party oracles. These oracles are operated directly by API providers using serverless Airnode functions, a core part of API3's architecture. Your governance power can therefore influence the direction of this decentralized API data feed ecosystem.

  • Why would an investor choose a direct HKD/API3 pair over using a stablecoin intermediary?

    Using a direct HKD/API3 fiat gateway simplifies the trading process and can be more cost-effective. It eliminates the need for a two-step transaction (HKD to USDT/USDC, then USDT/USDC to API3), thereby avoiding double trading fees and potential price slippage between two separate order books. This provides a more direct and efficient entry point for HKD holders to access the API3 governance token and participate in its dAPI ecosystem.

  • What are the common payment methods for buying API3 with HKD on a crypto exchange?

    To buy the API3 digital asset with Hong Kong Dollars, most regulated cryptocurrency exchanges require a verified account that meets KYC/AML compliance. Common payment methods include direct bank transfers using Hong Kong's Faster Payment System (FPS), traditional wire transfers, and in some cases, debit or credit card purchases. Using FPS is often the fastest and most cost-effective way to fund your exchange account with HKD.

  • What fees are involved when trading HKD for API3 tokens?

    When converting HKD to API3, expect several potential fees. First, a deposit fee for your HKD transfer to the crypto exchange. Second, a trading fee on the platform's order book, which is typically a small percentage (maker/taker fee). Finally, if you move your API3 tokens (which are ERC-20 standard) to a secure digital wallet, you will pay a network gas fee in ETH for the blockchain transaction. Always check the fee schedule of your chosen exchange.

  • What are the security best practices when purchasing API3 with HKD and storing it?

    For secure trading, always use a reputable cryptocurrency exchange that complies with local Hong Kong regulations. Enable two-factor authentication (2FA) on your account. After purchasing, for long-term holding, it's highly recommended to withdraw your API3 tokens from the exchange to a non-custodial digital wallet where you control the private keys. Hardware wallets offer the highest level of security for your digital assets against online threats.

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