Avantis FAQ

Question 1

What is Avantis?

Accepted Answer

Avantis is a decentralized trading protocol on Base that lets you trade FX, metals, commodities and crypto with up to 500x leverage, and earn real yields by staking USDC or AVNT.

Question 2

How does Avantis generate yield?

Accepted Answer

Avantis generates yield from 100% of trading fees and trader losses, distributed to LP vault depositors and AVNT stakers.

Question 3

What tokens does Avantis support for staking?

Accepted Answer

Avantis supports USDC staking in the LP Vault and AVNT staking in the Security Module.

Question 4

Which blockchain does Avantis run on?

Accepted Answer

Avantis operates on the Base network, an Ethereum Layer 2 built by Coinbase.

Question 5

Is Avantis audited and safe to use?

Accepted Answer

Avantis has undergone security audits and utilises the AVNT Security Module to protect user funds.

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Avantis — The DeFi Leverage Hub for Earning Real Yields

What is Avantis and how does it work?

Avantis is a decentralized leverage trading protocol built on the Base network. It allows traders to open leveraged positions on FX, metals, commodities and crypto assets with up to 500x leverage and zero trading fees. Liquidity providers and AVNT stakers earn real yields from protocol revenue.

How can I earn yield on Avantis?

You can earn yield on Avantis in two ways: deposit USDC into the Avantis LP Vault to receive 100% of all trading fees and trader losses, or stake your AVNT tokens in the Security Module to earn additional protocol rewards. Both options provide real, on-chain yields.

What is the AVNT token used for in Avantis?

The AVNT token is the native governance and utility token of Avantis. It can be staked in the Security Module to help secure the protocol and earn a share of protocol revenue. Stakers receive AVNT rewards proportional to their staked amount.

Which blockchain network does Avantis operate on?

Avantis is deployed on Base, an Ethereum Layer 2 network developed by Coinbase. Base offers low transaction costs and fast finality, making it ideal for high-frequency on-chain trading and yield generation.

Is Avantis safe and has it been audited?

Avantis takes security seriously. The protocol's smart contracts have been audited by independent security researchers, and the AVNT Security Module acts as a backstop mechanism to protect LP funds in the event of extraordinary losses.