alpha_get_orderbook

Fetch the on-chain orderbook as a unified YES-perspective view. Merges all 4 sides (YES bids/asks + NO bids/asks). Includes spread calculation.

SERVERAlgorand MCP SOURCEgoplausible/algorand-mcp

Low RISK CLASS

Category Read

Parameters 00 required

Recommended Allowedsee the rule below

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WHAT IT DOES

What alpha_get_orderbook does on Algorand MCP

AI agents call alpha_get_orderbook to retrieve information from Algorand MCP without modifying anything. It is typically the context-gathering step in research, monitoring, and reporting workflows, before the agent takes action elsewhere.

RISK

Why alpha_get_orderbook is rated Low

This tool retrieves and queries orderbook data from the Algorand blockchain. It performs read-only operations with no state modification, financial commitment, or execution of external actions. The 'Fetch' verb and presentation of market data (unified view, spread calculation) confirm pure data retrieval.

From the tool's definition Tool name includes 'get_' and description states 'Fetch the on-chain orderbook' with no side effects. Returns data only (bids, asks, spread) without modifying state or triggering transactions.

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RECOMMENDED RULE

The rule that runs alpha_get_orderbook safely

PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway: it sits between your AI agents and Algorand MCP, and checks every tool call against a rule you set before the call runs. Nothing changes on the server itself. For alpha_get_orderbook, this is the rule to start with:

alpha_get_orderbook Allowed

alpha_get_orderbook is read-only, so it stays allowed. Everything else on the server is denied unless you say otherwise.

View as policy code

policy.json

{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "alpha_get_orderbook": {}
  }
}

ALLOW ONLY THIS TOOL → Instant setup, no code required.

The button opens the PolicyLayer dashboard: create your workspace, connect Algorand MCP, apply this rule, and every alpha_get_orderbook call is checked against it from then on.

FAQ

Questions about alpha_get_orderbook

What does the alpha_get_orderbook tool do? +

Fetch the on-chain orderbook as a unified YES-perspective view. Merges all 4 sides (YES bids/asks + NO bids/asks). Includes spread calculation. It is categorised as a Read tool in the Algorand MCP MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on alpha_get_orderbook? +

Register the Algorand MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for alpha_get_orderbook: allow, deny, rate-limit, or require approval. Point your MCP client at the PolicyLayer proxy URL and the rule is enforced on every call, before it reaches Algorand MCP. Nothing to install.

What risk level is alpha_get_orderbook? +

alpha_get_orderbook is a Read tool with low risk. Read-only tools are generally safe to allow by default.

Can I rate-limit alpha_get_orderbook? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the alpha_get_orderbook rule in your PolicyLayer policy. For example, setting max: 10 and window: 60 limits the tool to 10 calls per minute. Rate limits are tracked per agent session and reset automatically.

How do I block alpha_get_orderbook completely? +

Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for alpha_get_orderbook. The AI agent will receive a policy violation error and cannot call the tool. You can also include a reason field to explain why the tool is blocked.

What MCP server provides alpha_get_orderbook? +

alpha_get_orderbook is provided by the Algorand MCP server (goplausible/algorand-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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