> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.qu.ai/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Use Quai

> Explore the various ways to participate in the Quai Network ecosystem, from mining to DeFi and beyond.

Quai Network started in 2018 with the design of a scalable proof-of-work architecture and a plan for a hierarchical, merge-mined chain to scale PoW.
It emerged from the [Dr. K](https://x.com/mechanikalk)’s work and GridPlus and was a research project at the University of Texas at Austin, where NSF-supported research in 2019 helped advance the concept into a development comapny called Dominant Strategies.
Since then, it has been developed and improved with innovations like Proof-of-Entropy-Minima [(PoEM)](https://arxiv.org/abs/2303.04305), a dual-token model (Qi and Quai), multi-algorithm mining, and workshare considerations. Quai Network mainnet began with the genesis block on February 4, 2025.

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  <Card title="Get a Wallet" icon="wallet" href="#get-a-quai-wallet">
    Set up your Quai Network wallet to start participating in the ecosystem.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Get Quai" icon="coins" href="#get-quai">
    Purchase QUAI via centralized exchanges, instant swaps, and bridges.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Mine Quai" icon="pickaxe" href="#mine-quai">
    Secure the network and earn rewards through solo or pool mining configurations.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Build on Quai" icon="code" href="#build-on-quai">
    Access developer guides, SDKs, and grants to launch your dApp on the network.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Network Tools & Explorers" icon="chart-network" href="#network-tools-and-explorers">
    Visualize the hierarchy, track live transactions, and monitor network health.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Understand Quai" icon="book-open" href="#understand-quai">
    Deep dive into the architecture, tokenomics, and economic innovations like SOAP and Qi.
  </Card>
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<Card title="Where to Find Quai Network?" icon="magnifying-glass-location" href="#where-to-find-quai-network">
  Join the global community and follow official channels for the latest updates and announcements.
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## Get a Quai Wallet

Choose from several wallet options to store and manage your assets.

| Wallet                                                                      | Type              | Features               | Status             |
| :-------------------------------------------------------------------------- | :---------------- | :--------------------- | :----------------- |
| [Pelagus Wallet](https://pelaguswallet.io)                                  | Browser Extension | Official Quai wallet   | Supports QUAI & QI |
| [Blip Mobile](https://blippay.me)                                           | Mobile App        | Beta mobile payments   | Available for QUAI |
| [Tangem](https://tangem.com)                                                | Hardware Wallet   | Physical card security | Available for QUAI |
| [Metamask Snap](/guides/wallet/metamask-snap)                               | Browser Extension | Metamask integration   | Available for QUAI |
| [Quai CLI](https://github.com/dominant-strategies/quai-cli-wallet/releases) | Command Line      | Linux/MacOS support    | Available for QUAI |

## Get QUAI

### Centralized Exchanges (CEX)

Trade QUAI on major exchanges.

| Exchange                                                        | Pair      | Features                   | Status    |
| :-------------------------------------------------------------- | :-------- | :------------------------- | :-------- |
| [Gate.io](https://www.gate.io/trade/QUAI_USDT)                  | QUAI/USDT | Highest volume & liquidity | Available |
| [MEXC](https://www.mexc.com/exchange/QUAI_USDT)                 | QUAI/USDT | Popular global exchange    | Available |
| [BitMart](https://www.bitmart.com/trade/en-US?symbol=QUAI_USDT) | QUAI/USDT | User-friendly interface    | Available |
| [CoinEx](https://www.coinex.com/en/exchange/QUAI-USDT)          | QUAI/USDT | Popular global exchange    | Available |
| [Kraken](https://www.kraken.com)                                | QUAI/USD  | Major US Exchange          | Available |
| [BloFin](https://blofin.com/spot/en/QUAI-USDT)                  | QUAI/USDT | Popular global exchange    | Available |
| [Ourbit](https://www.ourbit.com/exchange/QUAI_USDT)             | QUAI/USDT | Popular global exchange    | Available |

### Decentralized Exchanges (DEX)

Trade QUAI on Base. Now available via [Symbiosis Bridge](/learn/bridge-to-quai).

<Warning>
  Always validate contract addresses on networks other than Quai. Quai on Base: 0x5c97D726bf5130AE15408cE32bc764e458320D2f
</Warning>

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### KYC-Free Instant Swaps

Exchange cryptocurrencies for QUAI without registration. Note that for fiat support, the platforms below rely on stablecoins (USDC, USDT).

| Platform                                | Type        | Features                                          |
| :-------------------------------------- | :---------- | :------------------------------------------------ |
| [SwapSpace](https://swapspace.co)       | Aggregator  | Compare rates across services                     |
| [LetsExchange](https://letsexchange.io) | Direct Swap | Quick crypto-to-crypto                            |
| [Buy QUAI](https://buyquai.com/)        | Direct Swap | Swap USDT for QUAI on Ethereum or BNB Smart Chain |
| [ChangeHero](https://changehero.io/)    | Direct Swap | Quick crypto-to-crypto                            |

### Bridges

Transfer assets securely to and from Quai Network.

| Bridge                                 | Supported Networks | Status                        |
| :------------------------------------- | :----------------- | :---------------------------- |
| [Symbiosis](https://symbiosis.finance) | Ethereum, Base     | [Live](/learn/bridge-to-quai) |

### On Ramps

Buy QUAI directly with fiat currency.

| Platform                         | Features             |
| :------------------------------- | :------------------- |
| [FinchPay](https://finchpay.io/) | Buy crypto with fiat |

## Mine Quai

Quai Network uses the KawPow mining algorithm and is merge-mined with SHA-256 and Scrypt. Miners can select to mine either QUAI or QI.

### Solo Mining (StratumX)

Connect to decentralized mining infrastructure with no fees, no KYC, with full self-custody and mining customization including Qi mining and [Locked Mining Rewards](https://docs.qu.ai/learn/advanced-introduction/liquid-mining-tokens).

| Resource                                                    | Type          | Features                                                             |
| :---------------------------------------------------------- | :------------ | :------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| [StratumX.org](https://www.stratumx.org/)                   | Platform      | Connect SHA-256, Scrypt, and KawPow rigs directly (no node required) |
| [Revenue Calculator](https://www.stratumx.org/calculator)   | Tool          | Estimate profitability for different algorithms                      |
| [Setup Guide](https://docs.qu.ai/guides/client/solo-mining) | Documentation | Run a StratumX node for QUAI mining with KawPow, Scrypt, SHA-256     |

### Mining Resources

Essential guides and data for miners.

| Resource                                                                                                              | Category      | Description                                                     |
| :-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | :------------ | :-------------------------------------------------------------- |
| [Mining Guide](https://docs.qu.ai/guides/miner/)                                                                      | Documentation | Guides for SHA-256, Scrypt, and KawPow (HiveOS, Ubuntu, Docker) |
| [Pools & Software](https://docs.qu.ai/guides/miner/pools-software)                                                    | List          | Comprehensive list of available pools and mining software       |
| [go-quai Client Setup](https://docs.qu.ai/guides/client/node)                                                         | Documentation | Guide for setting up and maintaining a Quai node                |
| [MiningPoolStats](https://miningpoolstats.stream/quai/)                                                               | Data          | Live hashrate distribution and pool stats                       |
| [Mining Strategy](https://qu.ai/blog/maximizing-mining-strategy-in-quai-network-choosing-between-quai-and-qi-tokens/) | Blog          | Guide on choosing between mining Quai or Qi                     |

## Build on Quai

### Developer Resources

Everything you need to start building dApps on Quai.

| Resource                                                                                        | Description                                                 |
| :---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | :---------------------------------------------------------- |
| [Quai Academy](https://quai-academy.gitbook.io/quai-academy/getting-started/about-quai-network) | Educational materials from the community                    |
| [Solidity Guides](https://docs.qu.ai/guides/development/)                                       | Documentation for Solidity & SolidityX development          |
| [Quai APIs](https://docs.qu.ai/build/apis/)                                                     | Reference for interacting with the network programmatically |
| [Smart Contract SDK](https://docs.qu.ai/sdk/introduction)                                       | Tools and libraries for contract deployment and interaction |
| [Developer Discord](https://discord.gg/utBPaFZnZu)                                              | Technical support and community discussion                  |
| [Builders Grants](https://docs.qu.ai/build/grants#quai-builders-program-and-grants)             | Funding opportunities for developers and projects           |

## Network Tools & Explorers

Track network activity and explore the blockchain.

| Tool                                         | Purpose          | Features                                      |
| :------------------------------------------- | :--------------- | :-------------------------------------------- |
| [QuaiScan](https://quaiscan.io/)             | Block Explorer   | Search transactions, blocks, and addresses    |
| [Network Stats](https://stats.quai.network/) | Live Statistics  | Real-time node count and hashrate data        |
| [Chain Visualizer](https://live.qu.ai/)      | 3D Visualization | Interactive view of the multi-chain hierarchy |
| [QuaiSwap](https://quaiswap.io/)             | DEX              | Swap tokens on Quai Network                   |

## Understand Quai

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### Core Concepts

Quick guide to learning what makes Quai unique.

| Resource                                                                                                                                                            | Format   | Description                                                                                |
| :------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | :------- | :----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| [The Origin Story of Quai Network?](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-NLnQQkErXQ)                                                                                    | Video    | How Quai Network came to be                                                                |
| [Stephen Wolfram and Dr. K: Blockchain & Physics, PoEM, Thermoeconomics](https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSGKRp6O6_8N7-QQT14taRm-RfCFi-MZd\&si=hanWwTbJbb2Md9Q0) | Playlist | Stephen Wolfram and Dr. K  discuss the future of blockchain in a three-part podcast series |
| [Quai Explained](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8WnXOQZI6yo)                                                                                                       | Video    | Interview with Dr. K                                                                       |
| [Quai Primer (PDF)](https://qu.ai/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Quai-Primer_10_14.pdf)                                                                                 | Document | High-level introduction                                                                    |
| [Whitepapers](https://docs.qu.ai/learn/academic-resources/whitepapers)                                                                                              | Document | Technical specifications                                                                   |
| [Quai vs Other Chains](https://x.com/QuaiNetwork/status/1984992140494094517?s=20)                                                                                   | Thread   | Comparison on X (Twitter)                                                                  |
| [DefiLLama](https://defillama.com/revenue/chains)                                                                                                                   | Data     | Chain Revenue statistics                                                                   |

### What is Qi?

More resources about the [Energy Dollar](https://docs.qu.ai/learn/tokenomics/qi-emissions).

| Topic                                                                 | Format | Resource             |
| :-------------------------------------------------------------------- | :----- | :------------------- |
| [Conversions Dashboard](https://conversions.quai.network/)            | Tool   | Live Quai ↔ Qi rates |
| [The Energy Dollar](https://youtu.be/L5rm7UZQHjs?si=4paV0vJA6bbO5Ss_) | Video  | 5-min explainer      |

### What is SOAP?

More resources about the [Subsidized Open-market Acquisition Protocol (SOAP)](https://docs.qu.ai/learn/advanced-introduction/soap) and token burning mechanisms.

| Resource                                                                                    | Format  | Description                                              |
| :------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | :------ | :------------------------------------------------------- |
| [SOAP Dashboard](https://soap.qu.ai/)                                                       | Tool    | Live metrics and stats                                   |
| [Total QUAI Burned](https://quaiscan.io/address/0x0050AF0000000000000000000000000000000000) | Data    | Burn address tracker                                     |
| [Release Blog](https://qu.ai/blog/soap-revolutionizing-proof-of-work-economics-security/)   | Article | Explainer blog how SOAP is revolutionizing PoW economics |
| [Video Overview](https://youtu.be/b5X_DxX-im0?si=P3pYo68Ukk3ul0NQ)                          | Video   | Mechanism deep dive in a university call by Dr. K        |

### Backers & Market

Details on the financial partners and economic structure.

| Entity                                                                                             | Type     | Role                           |
| :------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | :------- | :----------------------------- |
| [Polychain Capital](https://blog.qu.ai/quai-network-raises-8m-from-polychain-capital-a34c2447a420) | Investor | Strategic Round                |
| [Alumni Ventures](https://qu.ai/blog/alumni-ventures/)                                             | Investor | Strategic Round                |
| [GSR.io](https://www.gsr.io/)                                                                      | Partner  | Market Maker                   |
| [Tokenomics](https://docs.qu.ai/learn/tokenomics)                                                  | Guide    | Overview of supply & emissions |

## Where to Find Quai Network?

### Official Resources

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  <Card title="qu.ai" icon="globe" href="https://qu.ai">
    Official website for Quai Network
  </Card>

  <Card title="quai.org" icon="folder-open" href="https://quai.org">
    Central hub for the Quai ecosystem
  </Card>

  <Card title="GitHub" icon="github" href="https://github.com/dominant-strategies">
    Main Dominant Strategies codebase
  </Card>

  <Card title="Media Kit" icon="newspaper" href="https://docs.qu.ai/get-involved/quai-media-kit">
    Official logos and brand assets
  </Card>

  <Card title="Discord" icon="discord" href="https://discord.gg/quai">
    Main Quai Nation chat
  </Card>

  <Card title="X" icon="x-twitter" href="https://x.com/QuaiNetwork">
    Latest real-time updates
  </Card>

  <Card title="YouTube" icon="youtube" href="https://youtube.com/@quainetwork?si=nOgJxlgMGF6kpnSX">
    Educational content and tutorials
  </Card>

  <Card title="Telegram News" icon="bullhorn" href="https://t.me/QuaiNetwork_Announcements">
    Official announcements channel
  </Card>

  <Card title="Telegram Chat" icon="telegram" href="https://t.me/QuaiNetwork">
    General community discussion
  </Card>
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