What is Alpaca?
Alpaca provides APIs for developers and businesses to build trading applications and embed investing features. It serves fintech startups, broker-dealers, algorithmic traders, and other financial technology companies looking to integrate stock, options, and cryptocurrency trading capabilities into their platforms. Developers use Alpaca's APIs to execute trading algorithms and access real-time market data for various asset classes. Businesses can build custom trading apps, offer brokerage services, or integrate investment functionalities into digital wallets and robo-advisors. The platform supports trading in US stocks, ETFs, options, and cryptocurrencies.