Request (REQ)

The core idea behind Request is that a payer receives a clear, verifiable request for funds and then initiates the payment directly. This push-payment model reduces the need for merchants or counterparties to collect sensitive bank or card details. A request can include an amount, recipient address, currency information, and invoice-style terms, turning a simple payment prompt into a more complete business document.

REQ plays a role in the operation of the Request Network, including network fees and economic mechanisms connected to usage. As an ERC-20 token, it is compatible with Ethereum wallets and infrastructure, which helps it integrate with broader decentralized finance and Web3 tools.

Request is positioned less as a consumer coin and more as a payments infrastructure layer for crypto-native invoicing, business settlement, and financial record keeping. Its distinctive focus is the combination of decentralized payment requests, documentation, and compliance-aware accounting use cases, rather than simply transferring value from one wallet to another.