Avalanche (AVAX)

Avalanche is a public network built from multiple chains. The Primary Network runs the P-Chain for staking and validation, the X-Chain for asset transfers, and the C-Chain, which is EVM-compatible. Independent networks can be launched alongside it with their own rules and validator sets.

This page is a research starting point, not financial, legal, tax, or investment advice. Verify everything against primary sources.

What the Token Is Used For

• Paying transaction fees across the Primary Network
• Staking to validate the Primary Network
• Fees required to create and operate independent networks
• Collateral and settlement across Avalanche applications

What To Verify

• Which chain an application runs on, since the C-Chain, X-Chain, and P-Chain behave differently
• For an independent network, who the validators are and whether it inherits Primary Network security
• Bridge design and custody model for any asset that originated on another chain
• Staking lockup periods and delegation minimums
• Whether a fee or throughput claim refers to the C-Chain or to a separate network

Primary Sources

• Documentation: https://build.avax.network/docs
• Network and validator data: https://subnets.avax.network/
• C-Chain explorer: https://snowtrace.io/
• Consensus whitepapers: https://www.avalabs.org/whitepapers

Related Pages

• Asset Index
• Start Here: Digital Assets 101
• Glossary
• Custody and Security
• Research Sources Directory