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Chainlink

Chainlink

LINK#13
$11.5296+1.90%
$11.246
$11.558224h Range
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About Chainlink

Chainlink occupies a very different position from most cryptocurrencies. It is not primarily trying to be digital cash or a general-purpose blockchain. Instead, Chainlink provides oracle infrastructure that allows smart contracts to interact with external data, including asset prices, proof-of-reserve information, randomness, and cross-chain messaging.

This makes Chainlink important because blockchains are isolated by design. Smart contracts cannot automatically know what is happening in the outside world unless reliable data is provided to them. Chainlink has become one of the best-known solutions to that problem, especially in DeFi and other data-dependent blockchain applications.

LINK is followed by traders, developers, and infrastructure-focused investors because it represents exposure to a critical layer of the crypto stack. As tokenized assets, DeFi protocols, and real-world blockchain applications grow, oracle networks may become even more important. Chainlink’s role in that infrastructure is what gives LINK its lasting relevance.

Where to buy Chainlink — LINK markets

ExchangePairPriceVolume (24h)Trust
Independent ReserveLINK/AUD$11.39$5.12Kyellow
Independent ReserveLINK/NZD$11.35$5.1Kyellow
Independent ReserveLINK/USD$11.32$5.09Kyellow
Independent ReserveLINK/SGD$11.32$5.09Kyellow
Mercado BitcoinLINK/BRL$11.26$12.97Kred

Chainlink Price History

Chainlink (LINK) reached its all-time high of $52.70 on May 9, 2021, and trades 78.1% below that peak today. Its all-time low was $0.148183 on November 28, 2017, and the price has since risen 7,681% from that low.

YearOpenHighLowCloseChange
2026(YTD)$12.1881$15.5331$7.1835$11.5196-5.49%
2025$19.9913$26.7471$10.9073$12.414-37.90%
2024$15.56$29.235$9.4876$20.5808+32.27%
2023$5.629$16.92$5.133$14.93+165.23%
2022$20.75$27.99$5.472$5.567-73.17%
2021$11.88$52.30$11.88$19.51+64.23%
2020$1.802$19.22$1.735$11.26+524.86%
2019$0.3043$3.044$0.3043$1.76+478.38%
2018$0.7199$1.375$0.1655$0.2906-59.63%
2017$0.1727$0.5991$0.1335$0.5991+246.90%
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Chainlink News

Chainlink exec says tokenized assets need to work, not just exist, to achieve mass adoption - TheStreet

Chainlink exec says tokenized assets need to work, not just exist, to achieve mass adoption TheStreet

TheStreet·1h ago

Hong Kong Gold Exchange Taps Chainlink to Enable Cross-Chain Gold Token Transfers - Crypto Economy

Hong Kong Gold Exchange Taps Chainlink to Enable Cross-Chain Gold Token Transfers Crypto Economy

Crypto Economy·4h ago

Chainlink News: Link:NYC Event Promises Key Insights from - Coinfomania

Chainlink News: Link:NYC Event Promises Key Insights from Coinfomania

Coinfomania·5h ago

Buy Chainlink: six exchanges and their fees - CryptoTicker.io

Buy Chainlink: six exchanges and their fees CryptoTicker.io

CryptoTicker.io·7h ago

Chainlink (LINK) Price Prediction & Forecast for 2026, 2027, 2028–2030, 2040 and Beyond - LiteFinance

Chainlink (LINK) Price Prediction & Forecast for 2026, 2027, 2028–2030, 2040 and Beyond LiteFinance

LiteFinance·8h ago

Chainlink Price Prediction: LINK Targets Korea's $68B Market With LG CNS as Remittix Plans 41 More Fiat Currencies - TechBullion

Chainlink Price Prediction: LINK Targets Korea's $68B Market With LG CNS as Remittix Plans 41 More Fiat Currencies TechBullion

TechBullion·8h ago

New Crypto: AlphaPepe Takes on Chainlink and Litecoin With Live AI DEX as LINK Reserves Pass 6 Million Tokens - openPR.com

New Crypto: AlphaPepe Takes on Chainlink and Litecoin With Live AI DEX as LINK Reserves Pass 6 Million Tokens openPR.com

openPR.com·10h ago

HKGX Gold Token Gains Chainlink CCIP for Multi-Chain Access - NameCoinNews

HKGX Gold Token Gains Chainlink CCIP for Multi-Chain Access NameCoinNews

NameCoinNews·11h ago

Chainlink Launches CustodySync as LINK Tests $11 Support - Altcoin Buzz

Chainlink Launches CustodySync as LINK Tests $11 Support Altcoin Buzz

Altcoin Buzz·12h ago

Chainlink Price Prediction: Will Gold Token News Push LINK $12? - Coin Gabbar

Chainlink Price Prediction: Will Gold Token News Push LINK $12? Coin Gabbar

Coin Gabbar·13h ago

Chainlink FAQ

What is Chainlink (LINK)?

Chainlink is a decentralized oracle network launched in 2017 that operates on the Ethereum blockchain. It enables smart contracts to securely access off-chain data, such as price feeds, weather information, and other real-world data, by connecting them to external data sources through a network of node operators.

How does Chainlink work?

Chainlink uses a network of independent node operators who retrieve data from various off-chain sources, validate it, and deliver it to smart contracts on-chain. The network aggregates responses from multiple nodes to ensure accuracy and reliability, preventing single points of failure and tampering. This decentralized approach ensures that smart contracts receive trustworthy data.

What is the LINK token used for?

The LINK token is the native cryptocurrency of the Chainlink network. It is used to pay node operators for their services in retrieving and delivering data to smart contracts. Additionally, LINK is used as a form of collateral to incentivize node operators to provide accurate and reliable data, as they can be penalized for incorrect responses.

How does Chainlink differ from other oracle solutions?

Chainlink differentiates itself through its decentralized architecture, which relies on multiple independent node operators rather than a single centralized oracle. This reduces the risk of manipulation and downtime. Chainlink also supports a wide range of data types and is designed to be compatible with various blockchain platforms, though it initially launched on Ethereum. Its reputation system and aggregation methods are key features that set it apart.

What is the current price of Chainlink?

Chainlink is currently priced at $11.53, up 1.90% in the last 24 hours. It is ranked #13 by market capitalization. Over the past 7 days, LINK is down 6.43%.

What is Chainlink's market cap?

Chainlink has a market capitalization of $8.63B. The 24-hour trading volume is $231.65M, reflecting the total value of LINK traded across all exchanges in the last day.

How many Chainlink coins are in circulation?

There are currently 748.10M LINK in circulation. Chainlink has a maximum supply of 1.00B LINK, meaning no more than this amount will ever exist.