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What is DOT (Polkadot)?

Polkadot · Layer 0 · NPoS · 6s blocks · 1,000 published TPS · DOT native token.

DOT token
Layer 0
NPoS

Network snapshot

Polkadot at a glance

Native token: DOT
Layer: Layer 0
Published max TPS: 1,000
Block time: 6 seconds
Average fee: $0.08792
Consensus: NPoS
Founder: Gavin Wood, Robert Habermeier and Peter Czaban
Hashing: BLAKE2
EVM compatibility: No
Smart contracts: Yes

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Network fundamentals

Polkadot is a Layer 0 network using NPoS consensus andBLAKE2 hashing. Its native token is DOT; blocks take6 seconds and the network has a maximum capacity of 1,000 TPS.

Gavin Wood, Robert Habermeier and Peter Czaban is listed as the founder group. The networksupports smart contracts and is not listed as EVM-compatible.

Common questions

Questions about DOT

What is DOT used for?

DOT is the network's native token and is used to pay transaction fees. The network also supports smart-contract applications.

Does Polkadot publish a staking rate?

Polkadot has a 14.5% staking rate. Rates, validator terms, and eligibility can vary over time.

Which network metrics are included?

The page presents capacity, fees, block cadence, token supply, application support, development links, exchange links, upgrades, regulation, and security events where available.

Long-horizon technicals

DOT / USD price history

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News and ecosystem milestones

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Token mechanics

Polkadot participation and supply

Transaction role: DOT is the native token used for network activity.
Staking rate: 14.5% staking rate.
Supply listing: No maximum listed

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Polkadot side by side

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Summary

Polkadot combines NPoS consensus, 6-second blocks,1,000 maximum TPS, and DOT as its native token. Linked sources and live dashboards provide additional network, application, development, market, and token mechanics data.

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