What is the Move programming language?

Move is a Rust-based programming language developed at Meta for blockchain smart contracts. It emphasizes safety, resource scarcity, and formal verification, making it harder to write vulnerable contracts.

Aptos can process over 150,000 transactions per second in theory using parallel execution (Block-STM), with block finality under 1 second in practice.

What is the connection between Aptos and Meta's Diem?

Aptos was founded by former Diem/Libra team members from Meta. Aptos uses the Move language and some of Diem's technical architecture, but is a completely independent, decentralized network.

Does Aptos have DeFi?

Yes, Aptos has a growing DeFi ecosystem including DEXs (PancakeSwap on Aptos, LiquidSwap), lending protocols, and NFT marketplaces.

Can I swap APT without KYC?

Yes. SyntheticSwap supports APT swaps without registration or identity verification.

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Aptos

The Safest and Most Scalable Layer 1

Launch Year

2022

Consensus

AptosBFT (Proof of Stake)

Max Supply

Unlimited

Block Time

~0.9 seconds

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About Aptos

Aptos is a high-performance Layer 1 blockchain built by former Meta (Facebook) employees who worked on the Diem (formerly Libra) blockchain project. Aptos uses the Move programming language — originally developed for Diem — which prioritizes safety and formal verification for smart contracts. With parallel transaction processing via Block-STM, Aptos achieves high throughput while maintaining security. The platform targets decentralized applications requiring high reliability and low latency.

History

2021

Aptos Labs founded by Mo Shaikh and Avery Ching after Meta's Diem project is abandoned

2022

Aptos raises $350 million; mainnet launches in October with Move programming language

2023

Aptos ecosystem expands with DeFi protocols, NFT marketplaces, and gaming applications

2024

Microsoft partnership announced for AI+blockchain integrations on Aptos

How to Swap APT

Exchanging Aptos (APT) on SyntheticSwap requires no account creation or identity documents. Open SyntheticSwap, choose APT as your source or target coin, provide your destination wallet address, and review the floating rate displayed. After sending APT from your personal wallet to the deposit address, the swap processes automatically and your chosen asset is delivered directly to your wallet. SyntheticSwap never holds your funds at any point during the process.

How to Store APT

Aptos APT can be stored in Petra Wallet — the official Aptos wallet developed by Aptos Labs, available as a browser extension. Martian Wallet and Pontem Wallet are popular alternatives with DeFi features. Ledger hardware wallets support APT for cold storage. All Aptos wallets support the Move-based token standard used throughout the Aptos ecosystem.

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