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The project associated with the BABYLONG token is primarily recognized as the Babylon protocol, a decentralized infrastructure initiative designed to integrate the security of the Bitcoin network with various Proof of Stake blockchains. Its core mission is to transform Bitcoin from a passive store of value into a productive security asset for the broader Web3 ecosystem. At the heart of the project is a native Bitcoin staking protocol. This technology allows Bitcoin holders to stake their assets directly on the Bitcoin blockchain to help secure other networks, such as those built on the Cosmos, Polygon, or Solana ecosystems. A key feature of this system is that it does not require users to bridge, wrap, or surrender custody of their Bitcoin to a third party. Instead, it utilizes advanced cryptographic techniques and time-locks to ensure that the staking process remains trustless and secure on the Bitcoin base layer. The protocol also provides a Bitcoin timestamping service. This mechanism acts as a bridge between Bitcoin and other blockchains by recording snapshots or checkpoints of a Proof of Stake chain's state onto the Bitcoin ledger. This adds an extra layer of immutability to those networks, protecting them against long-range attacks and ensuring a higher level of historical security. The BABYLONG token, often referred to as BABY in official protocol documentation, serves several utility functions within this ecosystem. It is used as the native gas token to pay for transaction fees on the Babylon Genesis chain. Additionally, it plays a vital role in governance, allowing holders to propose and vote on technical upgrades, network parameters, and ecosystem fund allocations. The token is also part of a dual-staking model, where it can be staked alongside Bitcoin to enhance the security of the network and earn participation rewards. The project is built using the Cosmos SDK and the CometBFT consensus engine, making it highly interoperable with other decentralized applications and protocols. By creating a marketplace for decentralized security, the project aims to help new or smaller blockchains bootstrap their economic security by borrowing the massive trust and decentralization established by the Bitcoin network. The project has garnered significant attention in the Web3 space and is backed by prominent venture capital firms and labs. It is viewed as a foundational layer for the future of Bitcoin-backed decentralized finance, focusing on scaling the utility of the world's largest cryptocurrency without compromising its core principles of decentralization and security. Learn more

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