aelf is a Layer 1 blockchain that uses a delegated proof of stake design and a main chain plus side chain structure to process transactions in parallel. The native token is ELF.
aelf is a smart contract platform whose architecture splits work between a governance main chain and application side chains, with elected block producers ordering transactions. Here is how it works and what it is used for, not the price.
Total value locked (DeFi)
$4.8M
Value locked in DeFi protocols on aelf. Updated Jun 8, 2026. Source: DefiLlama.
ELF holders vote to elect a set of block producers, called core data centers. The network runs with 21 active block producers who are assigned time slots to produce blocks in turn. This elected set keeps block times near 2 seconds while spreading validation across multiple operators.
Consensus: AEDPoS (delegated proof of stake)
ELF holders vote to elect a set of block producers, called core data centers. The network runs with 21 active block producers who are assigned time slots to produce blocks in turn. This elected set keeps block times near 2 seconds while spreading validation across multiple operators.
Main chain and side chains
A central main chain handles governance and coordination, while separate side chains (dAppChains) run specific applications. This lets transactions on different chains process in parallel.
Block producers
A set of 21 elected nodes produce and validate blocks. Holders stake and vote for candidates, and the elected producers take turns adding blocks.
ELF token
ELF pays transaction fees, covers cross-chain indexing fees, and is staked by candidates who want to be elected as block producers.
C# smart contracts
aelf is built around the C# language and the .NET tooling many developers already know, with a microservice based node design.
Ecosystem & usage
What aelf is used for.
aelf is used as a base layer for applications that want parallel side chains and a familiar development stack.
aelf is a Layer 1 smart contract platform that uses a delegated proof of stake consensus and a main chain plus side chain structure. Its native token is ELF.
What is the ELF token used for?
ELF pays transaction fees, covers cross-chain indexing fees, and is staked by nodes that want to be elected as block producers.
How does aelf reach consensus?
aelf uses AEDPoS, a delegated proof of stake system in which holders elect 21 block producers who take turns producing blocks.
What language are aelf smart contracts written in?
aelf is built around C# and the .NET tooling, with side chains for running individual applications.
Can I hold ELF in Zypto App?
Not yet. ELF isn't in Zypto App at the moment. You can hold it in any self-custodial wallet, and you can ask us to add aelf using the "Request aelf" button above.
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