Understanding XLM
What is Stellar?
Stellar (XLM) is a blockchain platform that aims to revolutionise cross-border payments and make financial services more accessible to everyone. Founded in 2014 by Jed McCaleb and Joyce Kim, Stellar provides a decentralised network for transferring digital currencies and assets globally.
At its core, Stellar operates as a peer-to-peer network that connects financial institutions, businesses, and individuals, enabling them to send money and assets across borders quickly and cost-effectively. Unlike traditional banking systems that can be slow and costly for international transfers, Stellar's blockchain technology offers near-instantaneous settlement and minimal fees.
One of Stellar's key features is its native cryptocurrency, XLM, often referred to as "lumens." Lumens play a crucial role in facilitating transactions on the Stellar network. They act as a bridge between different currencies, making it possible to convert and transfer value seamlessly. Lumens also serve as an anti-spam mechanism, requiring a small fee in XLM for each transaction, discouraging network congestion.
Stellar's unique consensus mechanism, called the Stellar Consensus Protocol (SCP), ensures security and scalability while maintaining decentralisation. This consensus model allows validators to confirm transactions efficiently without relying on energy-intensive mining, as seen in proof-of-work systems.
Overall, Stellar's mission is to create a more inclusive and interconnected global financial system. By providing an open-source, accessible, and efficient blockchain platform, Stellar empowers individuals and businesses to participate in the evolving digital economy, making cross-border transactions faster, cheaper, and more accessible to all.
In Australia
How to buy Stellar in Australia
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Create your Wayex account
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Verify your identity
Australian residents aged 18 and over verify once, in-app.
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Deposit AUD with PayID or NPP
Fund your account instantly, with no deposit fee.
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Buy Stellar (XLM)
Buy XLM at live AUD market prices, then hold it or spend it with the Wayex Card.
Stellar FAQs
- Can I buy Stellar in Australia?
- Yes. You can buy Stellar (XLM) in Australian dollars with the Wayex app. Wayex is an Australian, AUSTRAC-registered platform that has operated since 2018.
- How do I pay for Stellar?
- Fund your Wayex account in AUD with PayID or NPP, both free, then buy XLM instantly. There is no surcharge on AUD deposits.
- What fees does Wayex charge to buy Stellar?
- Wayex charges 1% on any crypto buy, sell or spend. AUD deposits and withdrawals via PayID or NPP are free, and there is no annual account fee.
- Can I spend Stellar with the Wayex Card?
- Yes. Once you hold XLM in the Wayex app you can spend from your balance with the Wayex Crypto Visa Card anywhere Visa is accepted, online or in store.
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