APRO Oracle Expands to Over 40 Chains
Infrastructure project APRO Oracle has expanded its service to more than 40 chains, including key ecosystems like Base, Solana, and Arbitrum. The oracle, which powers RWA, AI, and DeFi applications, reports having already processed over 109,000 AI-related data calls.
APRO Oracle's expansion is underpinned by a hybrid architecture that combines off-chain processing for efficiency with on-chain verification for security. This two-layer system is designed to handle high volumes of data without congesting the underlying blockchains. The protocol utilizes machine learning to validate data, aiming to detect inaccuracies and prevent the manipulation of data feeds before they reach decentralized applications (dApps). The project distinguishes itself by focusing on providing data for AI systems, such as Large Language Models (LLMs), and the tokenization of Real-World Assets (RWAs). Its AI Oracle is designed to deliver real-time, verifiable data to AI models, addressing issues like "hallucinations" by grounding them in verified information. For RWAs, APRO has developed a system to interpret unstructured data like documents and legal contracts, turning them into verifiable on-chain facts. This multi-chain approach allows developers to use a consistent data layer across different ecosystems, which is crucial for applications that require cross-chain communication and access to global liquidity. APRO provides over 1,400 distinct data feeds across a wide range of categories, including cryptocurrencies, equities, commodities, and even gaming data. This versatility caters to a broad spectrum of dApps, from DeFi protocols to prediction markets and gaming platforms. APRO employs a flexible data delivery system with both "Data Push" and "Data Pull" models. The "Push" model provides real-time, automated updates suitable for fast-moving markets, while the "Pull" model allows for on-demand data access, which can be more cost-effective for applications that don't require a constant stream of information. This dual approach, combined with a pay-as-you-go option, has been noted as a key factor in reducing operational costs for projects migrating from other oracle services. The project has secured backing from several notable investors, including Polychain Capital, Franklin Templeton, and YZi Labs. Founded in 2023, APRO initially focused on the Bitcoin ecosystem before expanding to other major chains. The native token, AT, which has a total supply of 1 billion, is used for node staking, governance, and incentivizing ecosystem participants.
