Ecosystem Overview
Governance
Global Synchronizer Foundation (GSF)
The GSF is an independent, non-profit body under the Linux Foundation that governs the Global Synchronizer.| Responsibility | Description |
|---|---|
| Network policies | Set parameters and rules |
| Upgrade coordination | Manage network upgrades |
| SV oversight | Oversee Super Validator participation |
| Ecosystem development | Foster network growth |
Infrastructure Participants
Super Validators
Super Validators operate the Global Synchronizer infrastructure and participate in governance.| Role | Function |
|---|---|
| Sequencer operation | Order transactions |
| Mediator operation | Aggregate confirmations |
| Governance | Vote on network parameters |
| Sponsorship | Onboard new validators |
Validators
Validators host parties and run participant nodes connected to the Global Synchronizer.| Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Enterprise validators | Run by organizations for their own parties |
| Service providers | Offer validator services to others |
| Application operators | Run validators for specific applications |
Applications
Splice Applications
Splice is the open-source project providing reference applications for Canton Network.| Application | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Canton Coin | Native token implementation |
| Wallet | User wallet for CC management |
| Scan | Network explorer |
| Validator App | Validator node management |
Application Categories
| Category | Examples |
|---|---|
| Financial services | Trading, settlement, custody |
| Asset tokenization | Securities, real estate, commodities |
| Supply chain | Trade finance, logistics |
| Identity | Digital identity, KYC |
Developer Ecosystem
Tools and SDKs
| Tool | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Daml SDK | Core development toolkit |
| Daml | Smart contract language |
| Wallet SDK | Wallet integration |
| PQS | Query optimization |
Development Resources
| Resource | Description |
|---|---|
| QuickStart | Example application and LocalNet |
| Documentation | This site and related docs |
| Community | Slack, forums, events |
Network Statistics
Canton Network continues to grow across all metrics.Network Activity
For current network statistics, visit:Getting Involved
As a Validator
- Review infrastructure requirements
- Contact a Super Validator for sponsorship
- Complete the onboarding process
- Begin operations
As a Developer
- Start with the QuickStart
- Learn Daml
- Build and deploy your application
- Join the developer community
As an Institution
- Evaluate Canton for your use case
- Contact the Canton Foundation
- Explore partnership opportunities
Ecosystem Resources
Official Channels
| Channel | Purpose | |
|---|---|---|
| canton.network | Main website | |
| canton.foundation | Canton Foundation and validator info | |
| Slack | Community discussion | |
| GitHub | Splice source code |
Events
The Canton Network community holds regular events:- Developer workshops
- Validator operations calls
- Governance discussions