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Description
Polkadot is an innovative blockchain network designed to support Web 3.0, which aims to create a decentralized and equitable internet where individuals have control over their data, fostering thriving markets through enhanced network efficiency and security. Established in 2016 by Gavin Wood, who previously served as the Co-Founder and CTO of Ethereum, Polkadot addresses key challenges that have hindered the widespread adoption of blockchain technology in recent years. The platform's development toolkit, known as Substrate, was created by Parity Technologies and simplifies the process for developers to create tailored blockchains suited to their specific needs. Additionally, Polkadot facilitates interoperability between various blockchains, making upgrades seamless, and introduces a model of “shared security” that allows developers to prioritize their technological innovations rather than expend resources on assembling a team of operators to manage a new blockchain. This approach not only streamlines the development process but also enhances the overall robustness of the blockchain ecosystem.
Description
THORChain functions as a decentralized liquidity protocol for cross-chain transactions, leveraging Tendermint and the Cosmos-SDK while employing Threshold Signature Schemes (TSS). Rather than pegging or wrapping assets, it effectively orchestrates their movement according to user interactions. The protocol monitors user deposits into its vaults, executes necessary business operations like swaps or liquidity adjustments, and manages outgoing transactions seamlessly. Acting as a decentralized vault manager, THORChain ensures that all processes are resilient to Byzantine faults. Its core mission is to maintain a decentralized structure and prevent any form of centralization or market manipulation while enhancing cross-chain liquidity. By securing only the assets held in its vaults, THORChain provides robust economic assurances regarding the safety of those assets, fostering user trust and participation in the ecosystem. In doing so, it aims to create a more interconnected and liquid blockchain environment.
API Access
Has API
Yes
API Access
Has API
No
Integrations
Binance
Yes
Token Terminal
Yes
Aleph Zero
Yes
Astar Network
Yes
Bloq
Yes
CLV Chain
Yes
ChangeNOW
Yes
Crypton
Yes
DuckDAO
Yes
Nexo
Yes
Integrations
Binance
Yes
Token Terminal
Yes
Aleph Zero
No
Astar Network
No
Bloq
No
CLV Chain
No
ChangeNOW
No
Crypton
No
DuckDAO
No
Nexo
No
Pricing Details
No price information available.
Free Trial
No
Free Version
Yes
Pricing Details
No price information available.
Free Trial
No
Free Version
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
No
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
No
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
Yes
Live Training (Online)
Yes
In Person
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
Yes
In Person
No
Vendor Details
Company Name
Polkadot
Founded
2016
Website
polkadot.network/
Vendor Details
Company Name
THORChain
Founded
2018
Country
Switzerland
Website
thorchain.org