# What are Oracles? 

**Published by:** [Manav :](https://paragraph.com/@manav-3/)
**Published on:** 2024-08-28
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So what exactly is Oracle? Let me answer that question! Oracles in Web3 are like bridges that connect blockchain smart contracts with real-world data. Without oracles, blockchains would remain isolated from external events, limiting their capabilities. They enable smart contracts to interact with the outside world, making them more powerful and useful!

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