Dero

DERO features fast blocks with an 18-second block time, private smart contracts and services, and a layer 1 private decentralized application platform. It utilizes homomorphic encryption, allowing operations to be performed on encrypted data without decrypting it first. The platform is built from scratch in Golang and has a unique encrypted blockchain with an account-based model, providing superior privacy and security. DERO also features instant syncing and fast transactions, with a focus on scalability and decentralization. The platform's technical implementation details include the use of AstroBWT, a CPU mining algorithm, and DHEBP, a homomorphic encryption blockchain protocol. Use cases for DERO include deploying powerful and unstoppable applications, while users retain total control over their assets with complete privacy. The platform's unique differentiators include its focus on security and privacy, as well as its ability to provide instant transactions and settlements.