THORSwap is a multi-chain decentralized exchange (DEX) aggregator that facilitates seamless cross-chain swaps of native assets across various layer-1 blockchains. It operates without relying on wrapped assets or centralized intermediaries. THORSwap is built on the THORChain network, serving as a user-friendly front-end interface and aggregator that leverages THORChain's liquidity pools. The platform's core functionality allows users to exchange cryptocurrencies directly from one blockchain to another, such as swapping Bitcoin for Ethereum, without needing to convert assets into wrapped versions. This approach aims to address the fragmentation of liquidity across different blockchain ecosystems. THORSwap emphasizes a non-custodial and permissionless trading experience, meaning users maintain control of their assets throughout the swap process and do not need to go through traditional Know Your Customer (KYC) procedures. It also integrates with hardware wallets for enhanced security. THORSwap supports a wide range of native assets across numerous major blockchains, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, BNB Smart Chain, Solana, Dogecoin, TRON, Zcash, Bitcoin Cash, Avalanche, Litecoin, NEAR, Base, Polkadot, Cosmos, THORChain, Arbitrum, Dash, Radix, Maya Protocol, Kujira, Polygon, and Optimism. For large transactions, THORSwap utilizes a feature called streaming swaps, which breaks down exchanges into smaller, continuous swaps to potentially reduce slippage. The native token associated with the project is THOR. Holders of the THOR token can stake it to participate in governance of the THORSwap protocol, earn a share of protocol revenues, and receive trading fee discounts. The project has been evolving, having started as BEPSwap, then launching as THORSwap in 2021, and is progressing towards a THORSwap V3 with a focus on improving user experience and expanding token utility. In addition to its primary swapping function, THORSwap offers tools like SwapKit, an API/SDK for developers to integrate cross-chain functionality into their applications. The platform also provides impermanent loss protection for liquidity providers.
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