# Welcome to Zona

**ZONA** is a next-generation Layer 1 blockchain, purpose-built for the future of Web3 empowering developers, creators, and communities to build decentralized applications at scale.

Engineered with **EVM compatibility**, **IBC interoperability**, and a highly efficient **Proof-of-Authority (PoA)** consensus, ZONA offers a modern, modular, and scalable infrastructure for DeFi, NFTs, GameFi, and the open metaverse.

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### 🧠 What is ZONA?

ZONA Protocol is a high-performance, open-source blockchain focused on delivering:

* ⚡ **1-second finality**
* 💸 **Near-zero gas fees**
* 🔄 **Native multichain support (IBC)**
* 🧱 **EVM smart contract compatibility**

Whether you're building a DeFi platform, launching an NFT collection, deploying a DAO, or designing cross-chain experiences, ZONA provides the tools and speed to bring your ideas to life without compromise.

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### 🧰 Core Products & Features

| Product              | Description                                                               |
| -------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| 🔁 **ZONA Bridge**   | Seamless cross-chain asset transfer with Ethereum, BNB Chain, and more    |
| 💱 **ZONA Swap**     | Instant token exchange with ultra-low gas fees                            |
| 🔒 **ZONA Staking**  | Earn rewards and participate in governance using $ZONA tokens             |
| 🔍 **ZONA Scanner**  | Analyze token contracts, ownership, LP status, and security flags         |
| 🧑‍💻 **ZONA SDK**   | Tools and APIs for developers to build EVM-compatible dApps               |
| 📡 **ZONA Explorer** | Track transactions, blocks, addresses, and on-chain activity in real time |

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### 🚨 Network Status

ZONA is currently in **pre-launch phase**. Technical details such as:

* ✅ **RPC URL**
* ✅ **Chain ID**
* ✅ **Testnet Faucet**
* ✅ **Explorer Endpoint**

...are **coming soon** and will be announced across official channels.

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### 🌐 Connect With Us

* 🏠 **Website:** [zonaprotocol.org](https://zonaprotocol.org)
* 🐦 **X (Twitter):** [@Zona\_Protocol](https://x.com/Zona_Protocol)
* 💬 **Telegram Chat:** [t.me/ZonaProtocol](https://t.me/ZonaProtocol)
* 📢 **Announcements:** [t.me/ZonaAnnouncement](https://t.me/ZonaAnnouncement)
* 🧑‍💻 **GitHub:** [github.com/zonaprotocol](https://github.com/zonaprotocol)
* ✍️ **Blog:** [medium.com/@zonaprotocol](https://medium.com/@zonaprotocol)

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> You’re early. Whether you're a builder, contributor, or community explorer  welcome to ZONA, where Web3 scales.
