Aptos (APT) is a layer 1 blockchain designed to offer scalability, security, and upgradability. Founded in 2022 by the original creators of Meta's Diem blockchain, its goal is to provide equitable access to decentralization.
Main features:
Move programming language: Aptos uses Move, a language designed for safe and efficient development of smart contracts, allowing developers to create advanced decentralized applications.
Parallel execution: Implements Block-STM, a parallel execution engine that allows processing transactions simultaneously, increasing performance without compromising security.
Modular updates: Its modular architecture facilitates frequent updates, ensuring that the blockchain can quickly adopt new technologies and improvements.
Utilities:
Development of decentralized applications (dApps): Provides a robust platform for creating applications in various sectors, including decentralized finance (DeFi), non-fungible tokens (NFTs), and gaming.
Fast and low-cost transactions: Offers quick confirmation times and reduced transaction costs, enhancing user experience in financial and commercial applications.
Strategic collaborations: Aptos has established partnerships with companies like Microsoft to integrate artificial intelligence and explore innovations in asset tokenization and on-chain payments.
Whitepaper:
The Aptos whitepaper is available on its official website.
Annual price evolution of Aptos (APT):
This is a list of the approximate price of APT at the end of each year since its launch:
2022: $3.09
2023: $7.51
2024: $8.73 (as of November 20)
* A young and interesting project to gather information about and observe progress *
