Celo
A mobile-first blockchain that makes decentralized financial (DeFi) tools and services accessible to anyone with a mobile phone.
Overview
Celo is a mobile-first, open-source, and carbon-negative blockchain platform that makes decentralized financial (DeFi) tools and services accessible to anyone with a mobile phone. It aims to empower people around the world with a financial system that is more accessible and inclusive. Celo is EVM compatible, allowing developers to easily port their Ethereum dApps.
✨ Key Features
- Mobile-first design
- Proof-of-Stake consensus
- Carbon-negative
- EVM compatibility
- Stablecoins (cUSD, cEUR, cREAL)
- Phone number mapping to wallet addresses
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Mobile-first approach with phone number-based identity
- Carbon-negative blockchain
- Focus on financial inclusion and real-world use cases
Unique Value: Celo provides a mobile-first blockchain platform that simplifies the user experience for decentralized applications, making it easy for anyone with a smartphone to access financial services.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Valora (a mobile payments app)
- Ubeswap (a decentralized exchange)
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- High-frequency trading applications that require the lowest possible latency
🏆 Alternatives
Celo's focus on mobile accessibility and its phone number mapping feature lower the barrier to entry for new users compared to other platforms that require more technical knowledge. Its carbon-negative status is also a key differentiator.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Dedicated Support (N/A tier)
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Users pay transaction fees.
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