Aptos (APT) is a blockchain whose mainnet launched in October 2022, built by Aptos Labs, founded by former members of Meta’s Diem project, using the Move language. APT pays gas and is used for staking and governance.
What Aptos is and how it works
Aptos (APT) is a blockchain whose mainnet launched in October 2022, built by Aptos Labs, founded by former members of Meta’s Diem project, using the Move language. APT pays gas and is used for staking and governance.
It uses the Block-STM parallel execution engine with proof of stake, so transactions run in parallel and confirm quickly.
APT supply and token economics
Supply was 1 billion APT at launch and grows through staking rewards with no fixed cap; team and investor allocations unlock monthly.
What usually moves the price
Ecosystem apps and stablecoin volume, the monthly unlock schedule, institutional partnerships and competition with other Move chains such as Sui.
These are commonly discussed factors, not a forecast; no single factor guarantees direction.
Where to buy APT
APT spot pairs are usually listed on large exchanges such as Binance, OKX, Bybit, Bitget and Gate, but pairs and availability depend on your region and account—check the official listing. Compare fees at the same volume, then check spread and slippage.
Key APT risks
Ongoing unlocks add supply pressure, and younger ecosystem projects carry higher contract risk.
Only use money you can afford to lose entirely, and size positions and liquidation prices before using leverage.
How to read the indicators on this page
RSI14 above 70 is often read as overbought and below 30 as oversold; price above MA20 and MA50 is a bullish alignment; MACD shows momentum direction. All are probabilistic readings on 90 days of daily closes and can stay extreme during trends.
Frequently asked questions
What is Aptos?
Aptos (APT) is a blockchain whose mainnet launched in October 2022, built by Aptos Labs, founded by former members of Meta’s Diem project, using the Move language. APT pays gas and is used for staking and governance.
What is the APT supply?
Supply was 1 billion APT at launch and grows through staking rewards with no fixed cap; team and investor allocations unlock monthly.
Where can I buy APT?
Large exchanges usually offer APT spot trading, subject to your region and account; compare fees and verify the official domain before signing up.
Research and education only; not investment advice.
