An App Chain is a blockchain designed specifically for a single application. These chains operate independently but can interact with a main network, offering dedicated resources and customizable functionality. This specialization permits enhanced performance and tailored governance for the application it serves.
Context
The proliferation of app chains signifies a growing trend towards application-specific blockchain architectures, addressing scalability and customization needs within the decentralized ecosystem. Discussions often center on the trade-offs between sovereign control and the security guarantees of shared networks.
The protocol's new HyperCore infrastructure primitive modularizes the perpetuals stack, transforming Hyperliquid into a derivatives-as-a-service layer.
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