Injective is a next-generation blockchain purpose-built for finance. It’s an open and interoperable layer-one protocol designed to power advanced DeFi applications such as decentralized spot and derivatives exchanges, prediction markets, lending platforms, and more. What sets Injective apart is its robust financial infrastructure, including a fully decentralized, MEV-resistant on-chain orderbook. All types of financial markets — spot, perpetuals, futures, and options — are hosted entirely on-chain. Its decentralized bridging architecture supports cross-chain compatibility with Ethereum, IBC-enabled networks, and even non-EVM chains like Solana. Injective also features a cutting-edge smart contract platform built on CosmWasm, enabling seamless interchain functionality. Developed using the Cosmos SDK and running on a Tendermint-based Proof-of-Stake consensus, Injective ensures near-instant transaction finality and high-speed performance.