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Avalanche (AVAX)

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A fast Layer-1 blockchain with customisable subnets.

Layer-1 / Subnets · launched 2020 · market cap #12

What is Avalanche (AVAX)?

Avalanche (AVAX) is a high-performance Layer-1 blockchain launched in 2020, known for its speed (transactions confirm in under a second) and its unique "subnets" architecture. Subnets allow each project to create its own custom blockchain secured by Avalanche.

AVAX is Avalanche's native cryptocurrency, used to pay transaction fees, for staking and for securing the network. Avalanche is popular in DeFi and enterprise blockchain solutions and collaborates with major brands.

Avalanche key facts

Launched
2020
Architecture
Subnets
Speed
< 1 sec confirmation
Consensus
Avalanche PoS
Staking APY
~7–9%
EVM
Ethereum-compatible

Avalanche use cases

Custom blockchains

Subnets let companies create a blockchain with their own rules, secured by Avalanche.

DeFi

EVM compatibility makes it easy to bring Ethereum dApps to Avalanche (Aave, Trader Joe).

Staking

AVAX staking yields ~7–9% APY for helping secure the network.

How to buy Avalanche (AVAX) in Estonia

Buying Avalanche in Estonia is easy on a MiCA-licensed exchange: register, complete KYC, make a SEPA deposit in euros and buy AVAX. Best platforms:

1
Bybit

AVAX/EUR, low fees, staking.

2
Binance

High liquidity, many AVAX pairs.

3
OKX

AVAX trading and Web3 DeFi.

See also our how to buy crypto guide and exchange comparison.

Avalanche risks

  • • High volatility — AVAX has fallen sharply in bear markets.
  • • Fierce competition in the Layer-1 market (Solana, Sui, Aptos).
  • • Subnet adoption depends on enterprise interest.

Crypto investing carries high risk. This is not financial advice — only invest what you can afford to lose.

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