FAQs
A quick-reference guide covering the most common questions about OLTA, its index products, and the underlying protocol.
General
Q : What is OLTA? A : OLTA is a hybrid index‑fund protocol. On‑chain smart contracts handle deposits, mint IRT tokens, and process withdrawals, while an off‑chain execution engine acquires or disposes of assets across leading DEXs and tier‑one CEXs. All steps are reconciled back on‑chain for full auditability.
Q : Which blockchains does OLTA support? A : The first deployment is on Base, the Layer 2 network incubated by Coinbase. Multi‑chain expansion is on the roadmap.
Q : Is OLTA a traditional asset manager? A : No. OLTA provides non‑custodial infrastructure. Smart contracts manage mint/burn and escrow of funds; trade execution happens through an off‑chain engine supervised by governance‑approved policies. OLTA does not hold client assets in a custodial account nor provide advisory services.
Q : Is everything on‑chain? A : Core accounting (deposits, withdrawals, NAV snapshots) is on‑chain. Actual trade settlement to obtain index constituents occurs off‑chain via APIs to CEXs/aggregators, then positions are reflected on‑chain.
Investing & Redemption
Q : How do I buy an OLTA index? A : Connect a compatible wallet, deposit USDC into the chosen index vault, and receive IRT tokens representing your position.
Q : Can I redeem at any time? A : Yes, subject to each fund’s liquidity parameters and any lock‑up periods disclosed in fund details.
Q : What happens if underlying liquidity dries up? A : OLTA routes orders across multiple venues (DEX + CEX) with slippage guards. In extreme conditions redemptions may process more slowly, but users always see real‑time NAV and can choose to wait.
Fees
Q : What fees apply? A : A small management fee is deducted from fund NAV. Performance fees apply only to benchmarked funds. Gas costs for on‑chain transactions are paid by users.
Q : Are there hidden costs? A : No. All fees are disclosed in the fund page and encoded in smart contracts; nothing is deducted off‑chain.
KYC & Compliance
Q : Do I need to complete KYC? A : Basic KYCa is required for all users. Enhanced KYCb is only needed if you wish to claim staking rewards, governance rights, or other benefit distributions.
Q : Is OLTA available in my country? A : Users from sanctioned or high‑risk jurisdictions are blocked. Check the "Jurisdictional Considerations" page for details.
Risk & Security
Q : Are my funds safe? A : Smart contracts are audited and partially monitored, but DeFi and market risks remain. Off‑chain trade execution adds exchange‑counterparty risk, mitigated by using top‑tier venues with proof‑of‑reserves and short settlement windows. Review the "Risk Disclaimer" before investing.
Q : What happens if a smart‑contract bug is found? A : An emergency governance process can pause affected functions and initiate remediation. See "Crisis Management".
Q : How does OLTA mitigate exchange risk when using CEXs? A : Only tier‑one exchanges with deep liquidity and audited proof‑of‑reserve policies are used, positions are spread across venues, and assets are withdrawn promptly after execution when feasible.
Staking & Rewards
Q : How do I stake $OLTA? A : Lock $OLTA tokens in the staking vault. Rewards accrue over time and are claimable upon unstake.
Q : Will there be liquidity farming? A : A liquidity‑incentive module is planned for future release, subject to governance approval.
Q : When are staking rewards distributed? A : Rewards are calculated epoch‑by‑epoch but are only transferred to your wallet when you unstake.
Institutional‑Specific
Q : Can institutions integrate via Fireblocks or Anchorage? A : Yes. OLTA supports leading custodians for MPC‑based transaction signing and policy enforcement.
Q : Do you provide regulatory reports (Form 13‑F, CRS, etc.)? A : OLTA offers monthly performance and NAV PDFs. Institutions remain responsible for local regulatory filings but can export raw data via API.
Q : How is large‑order execution handled? A : Orders above preset size thresholds are routed using TWAP or split across venues to minimise market impact.
Exchanges & Execution Strategy
Q : Which centralized exchanges (CEXs) does OLTA use for asset acquisition? A : Our primary venue is Coinbase Prime, chosen for its regulatory stance, deep liquidity, and proof‑of‑reserve reporting. If an asset is not available on Coinbase or liquidity is inadequate. We complement execution on other tier‑one venues such as Binance, Kraken, or Bitstamp, always subject to strict risk filters and withdrawal‑on‑settlement policies.
Data & Transparency
Q : Where can I track NAV and performance? A : Real‑time NAV is displayed in the app and available via API.
Q : Is the rebalancing schedule public? A : Yes. Upcoming rebalance dates and methodology are posted on‑chain and within each fund page.
Q : Can I recalculate NAV myself? A : Absolutely. See "NAV Calculation Examples" in the Developer Portal for formulas and on‑chain data pointers.
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