Blockchains Companies

Shentu Chain is a Layer 1 blockchain built on the Cosmos framework that integrates security mechanisms into its core infrastructure. The chain implements on-chain security oracles, static and dynamic smart contract analysis tools, and a PBFT consensus protocol configured for high throughput and interoperability with existing blockchains and virtual machines. The platform includes three primary components: OpenBounty, a decentralized bug bounty platform that facilitates connections between Web3 projects and security researchers; OpenMath, a blockchain-based system for verifying mathematical proofs on-chain; and a Cosmos multisig wallet for shared asset management. The chain operates under the Shentu Foundation and uses the CTK token as its native asset. Network validators include Binance, CertiK, Ankr, Allnodes, DSRV, and InfStones.

Sonic Labs operates Sonic, a high-performance EVM-compatible Layer-1 blockchain designed for high throughput, fast confirmation times, and low transaction costs. The network is built around two core components: SonicVM, an execution environment compatible with Solidity and Vyper, and SonicDB, a storage layer optimized to reduce latency and hardware requirements. Sonic includes a native bridge, Sonic Gateway, which has undergone audits by OpenZeppelin, Certora, and Quantstamp. It also features a Fee Monetization program that allows developers to earn a share of the fees generated by their applications. The ecosystem includes USSD, a stablecoin backed by U.S. Treasuries, as well as an Innovator Fund and an airdrop program for the native S token.

StableChain is a Layer 1 blockchain designed for stablecoin payments with USD-T as the native asset. The chain achieves sub-second transaction finality and uses USD-T directly as the gas token, eliminating the need for a separate native currency. StableChain is EVM-compatible and implements parallel execution architecture to support high transaction throughput. The system is designed to process up to 10,000 transactions per second and addresses liquidity fragmentation and fee volatility in stablecoin infrastructure. The platform serves financial institutions, enterprises, developers, and consumers requiring stablecoin settlement capabilities.

Trias is a blockchain infrastructure project that operates a Layer '-1' trust network utilizing trusted computing to establish a security and interoperability foundation for multiple Layer 1 chains. The architecture ensures machines execute instructions deterministically, creating a verifiable trust layer that connects Web2 cloud computing environments with Web3 applications. The system serves enterprise users, developers, validators, and cross-chain connectors requiring a trustworthy distributed application framework. The project includes a native token, TRIAS, and has established a research collaboration with the Oxford-Octa Digital Economy Lab. The technical roadmap addresses trusted finance applications and real-world asset integration mechanisms.

Unipoly Chain is a Layer 1 blockchain platform built around GameFi and Web3 use cases, featuring a native DEX, decentralized digital banking (lending, borrowing, savings, payments), and an AI-assisted smart contract and token creation tool. The chain operates with zero gas fees and includes a suite of consumer-facing products: UniTribe (social), UniTube (video), Kuki Games (gaming), UniHunt, Creator Studio, and Gabby Birds. Its native token UNP is listed on MEXC and supports staking, on-chain agreements, and a growth vault product. Developer tooling includes a block explorer, wallet, on-chain database, and developer documentation.

Units.Network is a modular Layer-0 blockchain ecosystem that enables individuals and teams to deploy EVM-compatible chains through a DAO-governed factory model. The platform operates using a native token, UNIT0, which token holders stake to earn rewards and participate in governance decisions including treasury allocation, project grants, and approval of new chain deployments. The architecture is designed to facilitate interoperability across all chains launched within the ecosystem, functioning as infrastructure rather than a single application chain. The project operates a builders hub with an application process for projects seeking to deploy on the network.

Unto Labs is a company developing Thru, a Layer 1 blockchain architecture designed to achieve high throughput and scalability by applying distributed systems engineering principles from high-performance computing environments to blockchain consensus and execution mechanisms. The system incorporates techniques for parallel processing and optimized resource allocation to address performance constraints present in existing Layer 1 architectures. Developer documentation and a platform website are available, indicating the project is in an active development phase with testnet or pre-mainnet infrastructure operational.

Vanar Chain is a Layer 1 blockchain infrastructure designed to support artificial intelligence workloads in decentralized applications. The system employs a five-layer architecture intended to integrate AI capabilities into Web3 applications, enabling functionality that can learn and adapt based on input and usage patterns. The platform provides several core components: Neutron and Kayon (technical modules for the infrastructure), a staking mechanism, a native token (VANRY), and a block explorer for transaction visibility. Additional offerings include developer tools and educational resources for ecosystem participants. The infrastructure targets developers and projects building decentralized applications that require AI integration. The native token is available on multiple cryptocurrency exchanges.

Vara Network is a Web3 application platform built as an L1 blockchain, designed to host and run decentralized applications with features like gasless and signless transactions, persistent memory, and asynchronous parallel processing. Its architecture uses an Actor Model for inter-program messaging, enabling complex dApp logic without the friction typical of EVM-based chains. The platform also offers Vara.eth, a bridgeless integration layer connecting Vara to Ethereum liquidity, currently in testnet. Developers can build smart contracts in Rust using the Sails framework, and an agentic development toolkit allows AI agents to scaffold and deploy full dApps. The project appears to be a foundation-level protocol rather than a specific application built on another chain.

Verus is an open-source, community-built Layer 1 blockchain protocol that integrates identity, DeFi, currencies, and data operations at the protocol layer rather than through smart contracts. The system includes VerusID, a self-sovereign identity mechanism; PBaaS (Public Blockchains as a Service), which enables deployment of interoperable application-specific chains; and an Ethereum bridge for cross-chain asset transfers. The protocol employs a hybrid proof-of-work and proof-of-stake consensus mechanism designed to resist 51% hash attacks. The native token is VRSC. The project was launched in 2018 with no venture capital funding, premine, initial coin offering, or developer tax. The ecosystem provides DeFi tooling and targets developers and users prioritizing protocol-level security and privacy.

Vision Chain is a Layer 1 blockchain designed to support interoperability and AI agent applications. The system targets use cases in decentralized physical infrastructure networks (DePIN), decentralized finance (DeFi), decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs), and decentralized identity systems. The architecture incorporates a zero-knowledge virtual machine (zkVM), post-quantum cryptographic consensus mechanisms, and zero-knowledge execution protocols. A cross-chain equalizer component enables bridging functionality across multiple blockchains including Ethereum, Solana, Avalanche, and BNB Chain. The project operates in devnet and testnet phases. Development tools include a developer console and traffic simulator for stress testing network capacity. The system is not yet processing live transactions.

Xahau is a Layer-1 blockchain network built as a sidechain to the XRP Ledger (XRPL). The network implements account-based programmability through Hooks, which are lightweight smart contracts attached directly to accounts rather than deployed as standalone contracts. Hooks enable automatic transaction logic including approvals, rejections, and custom routing at the ledger level. The network uses a federated consensus model that requires no mining and settles transactions in approximately 4 seconds. Transaction fees are low and predictable, with a fee-burning mechanism. The architecture targets enterprise and regulated-industry use cases in payments, supply chain, and compliance.

Xode Blockchain is the Philippines' first Layer 1 blockchain platform, built on Polkadot's substrate framework and targeting game developers and line-of-business dApp builders. It supports smart contract development in both Rust and Solidity, and offers on-chain governance, staking, a block scanner, and a token faucet. The network has received a security audit via CertiK's Skynet and lists partners including SubWallet, Talisman, Zeeve, Polkadot, and the University of Cebu. The project recently participated in Token 2049 Dubai and achieved two token listings, signaling early mainnet-stage activity.

YOYOW is a public blockchain designed to function as a content value network. The system enables content creators, investors, and curators to receive tokenized rewards for their contributions to the platform. The blockchain operates using delegated proof of stake (DPoS) consensus and achieves transaction confirmation in approximately 3 seconds. The network supports transaction throughput of 3,000 or more transactions per second. Transfer transactions operate without fees through a credit-point model that users accumulate. The platform provides middleware, plugins, and an open API to allow text, image, video, and livestream content platforms to integrate YOYOW's incentive system and issue custom tokens. The native token YOYO functions as the primary asset on the network.

Zclassic is a proof-of-work cryptocurrency that forked from Zcash in November 2016. The network allocates 100% of block rewards to miners, with no founder rewards or developer taxes. It uses the Equihash algorithm for consensus and implements ZK-SNARKs cryptographic proofs to enable fully shielded private transactions where transaction details remain confidential. The project operates under an MIT-style open-source license and is governed by its user community. Its architecture employs an "opto-isolation" design philosophy that permits independent forks and experimental modifications without affecting the primary chain.

Zeko Labs develops a zero-knowledge scaling protocol implemented as a layer 2 rollup that maintains isomorphic compatibility with the Mina blockchain. The system enables developers to deploy zkApps using TypeScript or create custom zkAppChains. The protocol employs recursive zero-knowledge proofs as its primary technical mechanism to bridge and verify computations across heterogeneous chains, rollups, zero-knowledge virtual machines, and EVM-compatible networks. Core infrastructure components include proof generation APIs, a UTXO-based account model, a browser-based ultralight client, and data availability solutions. The platform targets application developers in artificial intelligence, gaming, and finance sectors. Zeko Labs operates a public testnet and provides infrastructure built on Mina Protocol's cryptographic foundation.

Zulu Network is a Bitcoin Layer 2 protocol that combines EVM compatibility with a DePIN (Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Network) architecture. The system enables smart contracts and tokenization of computing power on top of Bitcoin through a dual-layer design consisting of an EVM execution layer and a DePIN innovation layer. This architecture allows developers to deploy decentralized applications that interact with both Ethereum-compatible tooling and Bitcoin-native formats. The protocol incorporates BitVM technology and is developing a trust-minimized Bitcoin bridge based on BitVM2. The network uses a native token, ZULU, which is available on multiple exchanges.

1Matrix is a blockchain company that develops and operates a Layer 1 blockchain network. The company maintains domestic ownership of its technology and intellectual property. 1Matrix provides Blockchain-as-a-Service offerings to enterprises, government agencies, and startups, including solution design, deployment, system integration, and staff training. The service targets banking and finance, healthcare, education, logistics, and public services sectors. The company operates the Vietnam Blockchain Service Network (VBSN), a infrastructure platform for blockchain deployment and integration within these verticals.

Acki Nacki is a Layer 1 blockchain protocol that implements a probabilistic Proof-of-Stake consensus mechanism with academic foundations. The network employs a "Bitcoin for Proof of Stake" model for token generation, combining staking incentives with mining-style reward structures for its native NACKL token. The protocol operates a mainnet supported by infrastructure components including a block explorer (AckiScan), a real-time metrics dashboard (Acki.Live), a security simulator, and a staking reward calculator. The project maintains community channels in multiple languages including Arabic, Chinese, Catalan, German, Farsi, and French.

Akashic Network is a Layer 0 blockchain designed to provide decentralized storage infrastructure for Web3 applications. The system combines storage-based consensus mechanisms, privacy-preserving computation capabilities, standardized data formats, and interchain communication protocols to enable persistent archiving of information across a distributed network. Operating as a foundational layer beneath application chains, the network functions as distributed storage infrastructure. Network participation and mining activities utilize a native token called ENERGY. The architecture comprises four primary components: storage consensus mechanisms that validate and maintain data integrity, privacy computation capabilities for secure data processing, data standardization protocols for format consistency, and cross-chain communication protocols enabling interoperability. The system is intended for developers building Web3 applications, organizations requiring verifiable public data storage, and communities seeking decentralized data archives.

Akropolis is a blockchain protocol that originated as a decentralized finance yield aggregation system on Ethereum. The project has undergone a strategic pivot and rebranded as Kaon, which is developing a Layer 1 blockchain built on Bitcoin. Kaon's architecture combines a UTXO model with EVM compatibility to enable programmable smart contracts on Bitcoin while maintaining interoperability with Ethereum-based systems. The platform maintains a staking mechanism for holders of the legacy AKRO token during the transition period. The project is operated by A Labs R&D Limited, a legal entity registered in the British Virgin Islands.

Alaya is a blockchain network that functions as a testing and development environment for PlatON, a privacy-preserving data asset computing infrastructure. The network implements substantially the same underlying technology as PlatON but maintains independent governance structures, token economics, and community operations. This separation allows developers to conduct experiments and testing before deploying applications to the PlatON mainnet. Alaya is designed to support developers building financial and data applications requiring privacy-preserving computation capabilities. The network provides developer resources including technical documentation, a block explorer called AlayaScan, a developer forum, and code repositories maintained under the AlayaNetwork GitHub organization. ATP serves as the native governance token. The LatticeX Foundation oversees the network and administers an ecosystem grants program.

Alpen Labs builds Strata, a ZK rollup on Bitcoin that enables EVM-compatible smart contracts and financial applications to settle directly on the Bitcoin base layer without wrapped tokens or custodians. The protocol uses a novel 1-of-N Bitcoin bridge architecture to reduce trust assumptions compared to traditional multisig bridges, and inherits Bitcoin's double-spend security for all transactions. Alpen targets developers building Bitcoin-native DeFi applications, including lending, borrowing, and stablecoin products, with a Bitcoin Dollar product in testnet. The team has contributed foundational research to the Bitcoin rollup space, including early technical whitepapers on validity rollups and ZK rollups on Bitcoin.

Althea operates a hybrid EVM Layer 1 blockchain purpose-built for infrastructure and connectivity use cases, including internet access and networked utilities. Since 2018, the company has deployed blockchain-enabled internet access across 12 US states and 4 countries, routing over 10 million gigabytes of traffic. Its Liquid Infrastructure product allows tokenization of physical assets such as fiber optic cable and cell tower fractions, enabling on-chain funding and coordination of real-world network infrastructure. GEM Digital pledged $25 million to the project in September 2025, signaling institutional backing for its L1 expansion.