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aptos
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Coin Overview
APT
Coin
1 Billion
Decentralized apps
October 2022
Aptos
Aptos (APT) is a blockchain platform built to support decentralized applications with a focus on speed and security. It uses a programming language called Move, created by engineers from Facebook’s former blockchain project. APT is the native coin, used for transaction fees, staking, and governance, while powering apps in gaming, finance, and NFTs.
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Technology & Use Case
Aptos is designed for scalability and user experience. It uses the Move programming language, originally developed at Meta (for the Diem project), offering strong security for smart contracts. The blockchain processes transactions in parallel, reducing bottlenecks and enabling high throughput. Aptos supports dApps in areas like gaming, DeFi, and NFTs with low fees and quick settlement.
Origins & Team
Aptos was founded in 2022 by Mo Shaikh (CEO) and Avery Ching (CTO), both former Meta engineers who worked on the Diem blockchain project. After Diem was discontinued, they repurposed its core technology to build Aptos as an independent project.
Ecosystem & Partnerships
Since launch, Aptos has built a growing ecosystem with support from major venture capital firms like a16z and Binance Labs. It partners with projects in gaming, finance, and NFTs, and emphasizes onboarding mainstream developers and users. The Aptos Foundation supports grants, developer tools, and community programs to expand adoption.
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