Metal Blockchain (METAL)

The network is commonly described as a layer-zero architecture because it is intended to support multiple chains rather than operate only as a single-purpose ledger. This design allows different execution environments to be deployed while sharing a broader consensus framework. Metal Blockchain extends the Avalanche-style structure with an additional A Chain, which is associated with Proton technology and is designed to support payments and DeFi use cases with a more resource-efficient execution layer. Proton’s EOSIO heritage and WebAssembly support give developers another environment for building applications and handling account-based activity.

Metal Blockchain is connected to the broader Metallicus ecosystem, which focuses on bringing blockchain infrastructure to financial services, payments, and digital asset applications. Its emphasis is not only on general smart-contract activity, but also on practical transaction rails that can be used by consumer and financial products. By combining proof-of-stake consensus, multi-chain architecture, and payment-oriented tooling, Metal Blockchain seeks to serve projects that need high throughput, low-cost settlement, and compatibility with decentralised finance infrastructure. METAL represents the network’s native crypto asset and sits at the centre of validation, incentives, and onchain utility.