What is Ardor (ARDR)?

Deep Dive

1. Parent-Child Chain Architecture

Ardor’s core innovation splits blockchain functions: the parent chain (Ardor) manages network security and consensus via PoS, while child chains (like Ignis) handle transactions, assets, and smart contracts. This separation allows child chains to prune outdated data after hashes are stored on the parent chain, reducing storage needs by ~99% (Jelurida). Enterprises can deploy custom child chains without maintaining infrastructure, making Ardor a blockchain-as-a-service (BaaS) platform.

2. Proof-of-Stake & Token Utility

ARDR tokens secure the network through forging (Ardor’s term for staking). Holders lock ARDR to validate transactions, earning fees from child chains. No new ARDR is minted, capping supply at 998 million. Child chains use their own tokens (e.g., Ignis’ IGNIS) for fees, decoupling operational costs from ARDR’s value (ArdorDocs).

3. Built-In Interoperability

Child chains share features like decentralized exchanges (DEX), voting, and asset creation. For example, tokens from one child chain can be traded on another via Ardor’s native DEX. This modularity lets businesses focus on use cases (e.g., supply chain tracking, loyalty programs) without rebuilding core blockchain functions.

Conclusion

Ardor is a PoS-powered ecosystem balancing scalability and customization through its parent-child model, targeting enterprises needing lightweight blockchain solutions. As Layer-1 projects emphasize interoperability, will Ardor’s pruning capability and hybrid architecture attract developers seeking sustainable infrastructure?