> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://quanta.gitbook.io/documentation/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://quanta.gitbook.io/documentation/introduction/fair-trading-protocol.md). # Fair Trading Protocol ## What is Fair Trading Protocol? Fair Trading Protocol (FTP) is a public infrastructure to enable anyone to build trading applications on the blockchain that is fast, secure, and transparent. The technology comprises of the following: **Distributed Orderbook Technology (DOT)** that handles on-chain order matching at sub-second latency. **Cross-chain Ledger Technology (CLT)** that enables assets to freely move across multiple blockchain while maintaining end-2-end user custody & decentralization, managed by smart contracts, and collaborative signing (COSI) protocol. **Open-source Quanta DEX** is an open source React frontend project, showcasing the end-user experience of the QUANTA technology stack. ### Benefits **Fast** - The protocol use DPOS (delegated proof of stake) consensus and Cosi, which do not require expensive computation power, which allows faster block time, and higher throughput. **Secure** - Unlike many other crypto trading systems, our fair trading protocol does not compromise on security. Order-matching is done completely on-chain which means all order-matching are executed consistently, without any risk of tampering, or front-running. User retains custody of their token throughout the lifecycle of the trading process. That means your private key is safe with you. **Transparent** - The order-book and and settlement are recorded on the blockchain, which means that the order-book is auditable, and ensuring trust on the system. ### Further Reading {% embed url="" %}