Oracle

Blockchain InfrastructureUpdated: October 15, 2025

Also known as: Blockchain Oracle, Price Oracle, Data Oracle

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A service that feeds real-world data to blockchain smart contracts

A service that feeds real-world data to blockchain smart contracts.

Oracles solve the "oracle problem" - blockchains can't natively access external data. Oracles act as bridges, providing smart contracts with information like prices, weather data, or sports scores needed for execution.

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