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API3 Description

Develop robust decentralized applications using API3's data feeds, which are securely governed and quantifiably decentralized. The dAPIs offered by API3 compile information from leading first-party oracles managed by top-tier API providers worldwide. This system ensures governance that is transparent, decentralized, and minimizes trust requirements. By utilizing first-party oracles, the need for third-party intermediaries is eliminated. Users are protected against potential malfunctions in data feeds, allowing for the integration of real-world data across various smart contract platforms. The governance of API3 data feeds is entrusted to an open DAO comprised of stakeholders, industry professionals, and project collaborators. This structure enhances the operational transparency of dAPIs while reducing reliance on centralized operators and mitigating potential attack vectors. Furthermore, API token holders have the opportunity to actively participate in the governance of the initiative by staking API3 tokens in the API3 insurance staking contract, which entitles them to shares in the API3 DAO, enabling a community-driven approach to decision-making. This participation fosters a sense of ownership and accountability among stakeholders, contributing to the overall integrity of the ecosystem.