Aptos blockchain
Overview
Aptos is a Layer 1 blockchain that uses the Move programming language, originally developed by Meta for the Diem project. It employs a parallel execution engine and the AptosBFT consensus mechanism to achieve high throughput and scalability. Aptos is designed for decentralized applications and smart contracts.
Within the DeFi Intel graph, Aptos connects to 7 tracked entities, most strongly to Circle, Wormhole, Pyth Network.
Relations
Top connections in the DeFi Intel knowledge graph (confidence-weighted, 7 of 7 total).
| Relation | Connected entity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
hosts | Circle | 95% |
integrates | Wormhole | 95% |
hosts | Pyth Network | 90% |
integrates | Wormhole Foundation (2023 spinout) | 90% |
hosts | Circle CCTP V1 (Cross-Chain Transfer Protocol) | 90% |
integrates | LayerZero Labs | 85% |
integrates | Wormhole Connect (v1) | 85% |
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Frequently asked questions
What language do Aptos smart contracts use?
Move, a smart contract language originally developed at Facebook for the Diem blockchain, emphasizing resource scarcity and access control.
Who builds Aptos?
Aptos Labs, founded by former Meta employees who worked on the Diem blockchain, Novi wallet and the Move language.
What consensus does Aptos use?
Aptos is a proof-of-stake layer-1 blockchain.
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