Internet Computer Protocol (ICP) is a revolutionary cryptocurrency token developed by the Dfinity Foundation. It is designed to power a decentralized internet, or as Dfinity calls it, the "Internet Computer", which is the world’s first blockchain that is capable of running at web speed at unrestrictive capacities. The goal of ICP is to extend the functionality of the public internet so that it can host backend software, transforming it into a global computing platform.
ICP tokens serve multiple purposes within the Internet Computer ecosystem. They are used as a governance token, allowing holders to vote on proposals and updates to the network. They also serve as a utility token, enabling the execution of smart contracts and other computations, and as a reward for participants who contribute to the network.
ICP's protocol uses a unique consensus algorithm called Threshold Relay, which combines with other advanced techniques to allow for fast and secure processing of smart contracts. This makes it possible for web services to run at web speed, with the same security guarantees as smart contracts.
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