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tezos
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Coin Overview
XTZ
Coin
No fixed cap
Smart contracts, dApps
June 2018
Tezos
The Tezos blockchain is designed for smart contracts and decentralized applications (dApps). It features a unique on-chain governance mechanism, allowing stakeholders to propose and vote on protocol upgrades without the need for hard forks. The native cryptocurrency, XTZ, is used for transaction fees, staking, and network consensus. (TEZOS)
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Technology & Use Case
Tezos is a proof-of-stake blockchain built for smart contracts and decentralized apps. Its standout feature is on-chain governance: upgrades are proposed and voted on by coin holders, then automatically implemented if approved. This self-amending system helps Tezos evolve smoothly, avoiding contentious hard forks that split other blockchains.
Origins & Team
Tezos was created by Arthur Breitman and Kathleen Breitman, who began developing it in 2014 through their company, Dynamic Ledger Solutions. After a successful 2017 ICO that raised $232 million, the Tezos Foundation launched the network in 2018. Despite early governance disputes, Tezos emerged as a pioneer in self-amending blockchains. A self-amending blockchain is one that can upgrade its own rules and code automatically through an on-chain governance process, without needing to split into a new chain (hard fork).
Ecosystem & Partnerships
Tezos has been used for NFTs, DeFi, and enterprise blockchain projects. It’s seen adoption in areas like art, gaming, and sports — including NFT drops with Formula 1 teams, Ubisoft, and major auction houses. Its grant programs and developer support continue to grow its ecosystem across multiple industries.
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