AEGIS Agent
This GitBook explains workings of the Aegis Bot, AI-agent, that trades on AsterDEX. The agent trades automatically using the provided trading strategies and soon will offer access to other users.
Who We Are
At Aegis, we are a team of passionate innovators dedicated to bringing cutting-edge solutions to the world of cryptocurrency and digital asset trading. Our mission is to simplify the complexities of market trading and empower individuals with the tools they need to make informed and automated decisions.
With a focus on artificial intelligence and machine learning, we are working to build the most intelligent, reliable, and user-friendly trading assistant available. Our AI-based agents are designed to help users navigate the fast-paced and often unpredictable world of digital asset trading.
We believe that the future of trading is automated, and our vision is to provide our users with safe, efficient, and profitable trading experiences powered by AI.
Table of Contents
1. Overview
What is Aegis AI Agent?
The Aegis AI Agent is a highly advanced, machine-learning-based trading bot that automatically executes trades on the Asterdex platform. It operates using real-time market data, making decisions in milliseconds based on a sophisticated set of trading algorithms designed to maximize profits and minimize risks.
This AI-powered agent can analyze market trends, track asset performance, and predict the best moments to buy and sell digital assets. The Agent is designed to take the emotion out of trading, using data-driven models to make trading decisions faster and more efficiently than humans can.
Some of the key features of the Aegis AI Agent include:
Real-Time Data Processing: The agent stays connected to the market via WebSocket for instant data, enabling it to react immediately to price changes.
Automated Trading: Once set up, the agent trades completely automatically, based on your risk preferences and trading strategies.
Customizable Settings: Users can adjust trading strategies, set stop-loss limits, and modify other parameters to suit their personal preferences.
24/7 Operation: Unlike human traders, the Aegis AI Agent operates around the clock, ensuring it can capitalize on opportunities regardless of time zones or market hours.
2. How the AI Agent Communicates with Asterdex
2.1 Why WebSocket and REST API are Used
The AI agent uses two main ways to communicate with Asterdex:
REST API: This is a traditional method where the agent sends requests to Asterdex’s servers to place orders and check the market conditions. Think of it as a "conversation" where the agent asks the server, “What’s the price of Bitcoin right now?” or “Can I place this order to buy Bitcoin?”
WebSocket: This allows the agent to stay connected to Asterdex and receive real-time updates. Imagine the agent sitting in front of a screen, constantly receiving new data about the market (price changes, trade volume, etc.). WebSocket helps the agent "listen" to the market at all times without needing to ask for data repeatedly.
By using both, the agent can react instantly to market changes and decide when to buy or sell.
2.2 What Happens Behind the Scenes
Collecting Data: The agent is always watching the market using WebSocket, collecting data such as price changes, trade volumes, and other important market indicators.
Making Predictions: The agent uses this data to predict whether the market is likely to go up or down. It does this using an AI model, which is trained to analyze patterns in historical data and make smart decisions.
Placing Trades: When the agent predicts that the market will move in a certain direction, it sends a request to Asterdex’s REST API to execute the trade (buy or sell) based on the AI’s decision.
3. How the AI Agent Trades
3.1 Making Decisions
The agent does not follow human intuition—it uses a set strategy. For example:
If the market price goes down by 2% over the last hour, the agent might decide to buy because it predicts that the price will rise soon.
If the agent detects a significant rise in price, it might decide to sell, locking in profits before the price drops again.
These decisions are made based on patterns in the market data that the agent learns over time. The agent’s decisions are not random but based on mathematical models and historical data analysis.
3.2 Why AEGIS Doesn’t Wait for Human Instructions
The agent is designed to act on its own because the market changes very quickly. Waiting for human intervention can cause missed opportunities. The AI agent is always monitoring the market and reacts faster than a human could, making decisions in real time based on the available data.
4. User Access and Future Functionality
4.1 Connecting Your Wallet to AEGIS
In the future, once the agent is available for user access, you will be able to link your wallet to the agent. Here’s how it will work:
Link your wallet: You will securely connect your wallet to the agent, allowing it to trade using the funds in your wallet.
Set your preferences: You may be able to customize the agent’s behavior, such as risk tolerance, preferred assets, and trade frequency.
Let the agent trade for you: After setup, the AI agent will use your funds to trade automatically, following the same strategies it has been trained on.
4.2 How You’ll Interact with the it
Once the agent is available for users:
Dashboard: You’ll be able to view the trades the agent has made, see your current balance, and track the agent’s performance.
Control: You’ll be able to stop the agent at any time, set stop-loss limits, or change your trading strategy.
5. Security and Risk Management
5.1 How the Agent Protects Your Data and Funds
API Keys: Your API keys (used to authenticate your wallet) are stored securely and are never shared or exposed.
Transaction Limits: The agent can be configured with transaction limits, preventing it from placing trades beyond a certain amount.
Real-time Monitoring: The agent’s performance is continuously monitored to ensure it operates as expected.
5.2 Minimizing Risks
The agent is programmed with risk management features such as:
Stop-Loss: If a trade goes in the opposite direction, the agent will automatically exit the position to limit losses.
Take-Profit: Once a trade reaches a predefined profit, the agent will sell to lock in the gains.
These features help protect against significant losses and ensure that trades are closed when the market conditions are no longer favorable.
6. Why This is Better Than Manual Trading
6.1 Faster Decisions
AEGIS can process market data and execute trades in milliseconds—much faster than a human could react. (~150ms average response time)
6.2 Consistent Strategies
Humans can be affected by emotions (fear, greed, etc.), which can lead to irrational trading decisions. The AI agent follows a strict, data-driven strategy that doesn’t get influenced by emotions.
6.3 24/7 Trading
The agent works round the clock. The market never sleeps, and neither does the agent. It can monitor global markets 24/7, ensuring you never miss a potential trade.
7. Conclusion
AEGIS uses real-time data and AI-powered predictions to make smart trading decisions. By using WebSocket and REST API to interact with Asterdex, the agent can trade faster and more efficiently than any human. In the closest future, users will be able to link their wallets and let the agent trade on their behalf.
The AI is designed to be secure, transparent, and reliable. It will help you make profitable trades while minimizing risks. With the upcoming ability for multiple users to connect their wallets, this system will become a powerful tool for anyone looking to trade on Asterdex.
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