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How to Buy Archimedes Finance (ARCH): Step-by-Step Guide

To buy Archimedes Finance on Picnic, you create an account, add funds with Pix and convert your balance into ARCH in the app. The quote and the fees are shown on screen before you confirm, and the asset stays in a wallet you control.

  • Fund with Pix
  • Self-custody with a passkey
  • Fees shown before you confirm

How much ARCH can you buy?

You don't have to buy a whole unit. Here is what each amount is worth at today's reference price, before fees.

  • With $10777.99ARCH
  • With $503,889.9ARCH
  • With $1007,779.9ARCH
  • With $50038,899ARCH

How to buy Archimedes Finance on Picnic, step by step

Four steps, from signing up to ARCH in your wallet.

  1. Create your account

    Download the app or open it in your browser. Your wallet is created at sign-up and protected by your device's biometrics (a passkey), with no seed phrase to write down.

  2. Add funds with Pix

    Top up in Brazilian reais with Pix, straight from the app. The balance shows up in a few minutes.

  3. Search for Archimedes Finance

    In the investments tab, look for Archimedes Finance or ARCH and enter how much you want to buy.

  4. Review and confirm

    Check the quote and the fees shown on screen, then confirm. Your ARCH balance appears in your wallet, under your control.

What is Archimedes Finance?

Archimedes Finance (ARCH) is a cryptocurrency focused on decentralized finance (DeFi). It offers a lending and borrowing platform built on Automated Market Makers, aiming to provide higher yields for lenders and borrowers compared to traditional stablecoins. ARCH serves as both a utility and governance token, required for accessing leverage and distributed as interest to liquidity providers. The platform features protected liquidity pools, automatic liquidity adjustment, and opportunities for passive income and leverage strategies. While Archimedes Finance presents unique DeFi opportunities, it's important to research thoroughly before investing due to its experimental nature. You can buy ARCH on the Picnic platform, among other cryptocurrencies.

Archimedes Finance (ARCH) is a cryptocurrency designed for the decentralized finance (DeFi) space. It operates as a lending and borrowing platform built on top of Automated Market Makers like Curve. The platform aims to provide higher yields for lenders and borrowers compared to traditional yield-bearing stablecoins. Users can lend assets to Archimedes' pools and receive interest in ARCH tokens and stablecoins, while borrowers can create leveraged positions on appreciating meta-vaults. One of the key features of Archimedes Finance is its focus on security and efficiency. The platform offers protected liquidity pools with "guardrails" to enhance safety and optimize yield. It also features Omni-Pools that automatically adjust liquidity across various pools based on APY and risk assessments. The ARCH token serves as both a utility and governance token, required for accessing leverage and distributed as part of the interest to lenders. Archimedes Finance allows users to earn passive income through its HODL+ feature and provides interest-free leverage strategies on popular DeFi platforms. The project has a community presence on various social media platforms where users can find updates, guides, and discussions. If you're interested in acquiring ARCH tokens, you can buy them on the Picnic platform, which offers a wide range of cryptocurrencies for purchase.

Why buy Archimedes Finance on Picnic?

  • You stay in control

    The wallet is yours, in self-custody, created at sign-up and protected by a passkey. Picnic is not an exchange: your assets stay under your control.

  • Fund with Pix

    Add Brazilian reais and buy ARCH in minutes, with no international wire.

  • Fees on screen

    The quote and the fees are shown before you confirm the purchase, with no surprises.

  • Buy it, then spend it

    The same account comes with an international Visa card, accepted in 180+ countries, with no annual fee and no IOF.

Frequently asked questions

Does Picnic charge fees to buy Archimedes Finance?

Fees depend on the network used to buy ARCH. On some networks the transaction is free, and on the others the fee is always shown on screen before you confirm. No hidden costs: what you see is what you pay.

Is it safe to buy Archimedes Finance on Picnic?

On Picnic your wallet is in self-custody: you keep control of your assets without relying on an intermediary exchange. Picnic has operated globally since 2021, and the infrastructure behind the product was recognized with a grant from the Ethereum Foundation. As with any digital asset, the price of ARCH can move, so invest thoughtfully.

Can I buy just a fraction of ARCH?

Yes. You choose the amount to spend and receive the matching quantity of ARCH, even if it is a fraction of one unit.

Do I need to understand crypto to buy Archimedes Finance?

No. Picnic is built to be simple even for beginners: fund with Pix, search for Archimedes Finance and confirm in a few taps. Your wallet is created automatically and the technical side stays behind the scenes.

How long until ARCH reaches my wallet?

After you add funds with Pix and confirm the purchase, your ARCH balance usually shows up in your wallet within a few minutes. Exact timing can vary by network.

Can I spend my balance after buying?

Yes. The same account that holds your assets comes with an international Visa card, accepted in 180+ countries, with no annual fee and no IOF. So you can spend your balance day to day, at home or abroad.

Can I buy other assets besides Archimedes Finance?

Yes. Picnic lists more than 3,000 digital assets. Just search for the one you want and follow the same steps, all in one account.

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This content is for information only and is not investment advice. Digital assets are volatile and you may lose part of the amount invested.