Skip to main content
Learn

What Is a Time-Weighted Average Price (TWAP) Oracle and Why Is It Used?

A TWAP calculates the average price over time to smooth volatility and prevent flash loan attacks that rely on single, instantaneous price spikes.
Greeks.Live06.11.25

What Is a Time-Weighted Average Price (TWAP) Oracle and Why Is It Used?

A TWAP oracle calculates the average price of an asset over a specific time interval, rather than relying on a single, instantaneous price feed. It is used to prevent rapid price manipulation attacks, such as those using flash loans, by smoothing out short-term volatility and preventing single-block price spikes from triggering unfair liquidations or settlements in derivatives contracts.

What Is a “Time-Weighted Average Price” (TWAP) Oracle and Why Is It Used?
What Is a Volume-Weighted Average Price (VWAP) and Why Is It Used?
What Is a Time-Weighted Average Price (TWAP) Oracle?
How Are “Time-Weighted Average Prices” (TWAPs) Used to Improve Oracle Security?

About

Contact

Editorial Policy

Terms of Service

Privacy Policy

Cookie Policy

© 2025 Greeks.Live

All Rights Reserved

Greeks.Live RFQ

Build by Noo on Engine

Source: The content on this website is produced by Greeks.live's proprietary analysis systems, which utilize advanced Large Language Models (LLMs). This information might not be subject to a full human review before publication and may contain errors.
Responsibility: You should not make any financial decisions based solely on the content presented here. We strongly urge you to conduct your own rigorous due diligence and to consult a qualified, independent financial advisor.
Purpose: All information is intended for informational purposes only. It should not be construed as financial, investment, trading, or any other form of professional advice. News and data are not trading signals.
Risk: The cryptocurrency, derivatives, and options markets are highly volatile and carry significant risk. By using this site, you acknowledge these risks and agree that Greeks.live and its affiliates are not responsible for any financial losses you may incur.