
Onyx Protocol
A modular Layer-3 blockchain on Ethereum and Base for financial-grade applications, powered by the Onyxcoin (XCN) token.

What is Onyx Protocol?
Onyx Protocol is a Layer-3 blockchain designed for financial-grade applications, with sub-second block times and fees below one cent. It shares security with Ethereum and Base, while the Goliath consensus layer adds aBFT instant finality. Users stake XCN to secure the network, vote in the Onyx DAO, and pay gas in XCN; a portion of every transaction fee is burned.
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