Acala is a decentralized finance (DeFi) network built on Polkadot, designed to serve as the liquidity hub and stablecoin layer for the multi-chain ecosystem. It offers a full suite of financial primitives including a decentralized stablecoin, liquid staking, and an automated market maker, enabling users and developers to access cross-chain liquidity in a secure and scalable environment.
The Acala blockchain combines Ethereum-compatible smart contracts with the security and interoperability of Polkadot’s Substrate framework. This hybrid design empowers developers to deploy both EVM and Substrate-based applications while benefiting from low fees, high throughput, and shared network security. Through Polkadot’s cross-chain messaging (XCM), Acala ensures seamless connectivity with other parachains and external networks.
At the core of the ecosystem are key protocols and assets: the aUSD stablecoin, a decentralized, crypto-collateralized asset that powers lending, trading, and yield strategies; LDOT, a liquid staking derivative that keeps liquidity active while earning staking rewards; and ACA, the network’s governance and utility token. Together, these components make Acala a versatile and composable DeFi platform for Web3 builders.
The Acala DeFi network continues to evolve as a modular financial infrastructure that bridges on-chain liquidity, cross-chain interoperability, and composable smart contracts. It empowers developers, liquidity providers, and institutions to build scalable, connected, and future-ready Web3 financial infrastructure. With ongoing upgrades and ecosystem integrations, Acala is shaping the financial backbone of the Polkadot ecosystem.
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