Cardano
Cardano is a proof-of-stake layer-1 blockchain that uses the Ouroboros protocol and runs smart contracts written in Plutus.
Transaction Fees, Open-source
What is Cardano?
Cardano is a proof-of-stake layer-1 blockchain that settles transactions through the Ouroboros consensus protocol. Smart contracts run in the Plutus environment using an extended UTXO model, and the network is developed by three founding entities (IOG, Emurgo, and the Cardano Foundation) under formal peer-reviewed methods. ADA is the native asset used for staking and fees.
Web3 dapps and developer tools related to Cardano
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Areum
OORT
Saakuru
AIOZ W3S
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Cardano alternatives
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Ethereum
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