LayerZero V2 is a cross-chain messaging protocol and bridge infrastructure for developers and asset issuers, connecting dozens of blockchains.
TVL $16.7B+8.9%Polygon · Ethereum · ApeChain +76
Ecosystem guide
The Story ecosystem
The best dApps on Story by sector: DeFi, games, NFTs and more. 12 projects tracked, 12 reviewed in full.
Full Story ranking →- dApps
- 12
- Reviewed
- 12
- TVL tracked
- $22.6B
- Native token
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Story is an EVM-compatible Layer 1 blockchain that launched in 2025. It was originally built around programmable intellectual property: creators could register works on-chain, attach licensing terms, and track royalties. The project has since been rebranded as DATA Foundation, with more emphasis on data used for AI training. Because it is EVM-based, developers can use familiar Ethereum-style tools and wallets.
The network's native token is IP, which is used within the Story ecosystem. Our data does not include a current token price, fee level or chain-wide DeFi TVL, so it is worth checking the official documentation and a live market source before moving funds. As with any newer chain, activity and liquidity can change quickly.
Story's dApp footprint on our site is small and mixed, with 12 listings. Zoo Finance, a multi-chain structured asset and yield protocol, is one of the few native DeFi names. OmniHub offers NFT minting and trading across many networks. Infrastructure projects such as LayerZero V2 and Orderly Bridge connect Story to other chains, and Satori Perp is listed as a shut-down derivatives platform. Treat each project separately and check its current status before using it.
Story ecosystem in numbers
- Tracked
- 12
- Reviewed
- 12
- Total TVL
- $22.6B
- Avg. score
- 6.1/10
Largest by TVL
- 1
LayerZero V2$16.7B
- 2
Gate$5.84B
- 3
Zoo Finance$27.7M
- 4
Orderly Bridge$25.7M
- 5
Meta Pool stIP$160K
Highest rated
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
OmniHub6.3
- 5Story6.0
Reviewed
Top-rated dApps on Story
Gate is a centralized crypto exchange founded in 2013 offering spot, futures, stocks and earn products for traders who want one multi-asset account.
TVL $5.84B−4.6%Ethereum · Bitcoin · BNB Chain +129
Orderly is omnichain, shared-orderbook infrastructure that lets builders launch perpetual-futures DEXs, used by traders through those frontends.
TVL $25.7M−1.0%Ethereum · Solana · BNB Chain +16
OmniHub is a multichain NFT launchpad for creating, minting and trading digital collectibles across more than forty networks, often at free or very low prices.
Arc · Base · Robinhood Chain +39
Story is an EVM Layer 1 blockchain, launched in 2025 for on-chain IP licensing, now rebranded as DATA Foundation with a focus on AI training data.
Story
Meta Pool stIP lets Story users stake IP and receive stIP, a liquid-staking token associated with their position.
TVL $160K−11.6%Story
By sector
Best Story dApps by sector
DeFi on Story9
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
Satori Perp3.0
- 5
NFT on Story1
- 1
Infrastructure on Story2
- 1
- 2Story6.0
Guides
Story guides
Blockchain
Algorand Explained: History, Ledger Data and How It WorksAlgorand is a proof-of-stake layer-1 blockchain that records every transaction in a public, permanent ledger. This guide explains its origins, how the network reaches agreement, how its data can be read, and how collectible and museum-style projects use it.
Blockchain
Make Crypto Mobile with Celo: Hackathon History and How to BuildCelo's Make Crypto Mobile Hackathon ran in 2021 and closed in December of that year. This guide explains what it was, why Celo was built for phones, and how a developer can build a mobile crypto app on Celo today.
Blockchain
What Is the Free TON Network? History, Design and StatusFree TON was a sharded blockchain project that is often confused with Telegram's TON network, which is a separate chain. This guide explains what Free TON was, how its design worked, what happened to the project, and how to check its status before relying on anything tied to its name.
Token
Is Cryptocurrency a Bubble? Signs, Risks and HistoryCryptocurrency prices can surge on speculation and collapse just as sharply, but that does not prove every crypto asset is a bubble. Learn what bubbles are, how to spot warning signs, and how to assess crypto risks without pretending anyone can time a crash.
NFT
CryptoPunks Review 2026: History, Buying Guide and RisksCryptoPunks is one of the earliest NFT collections, made up of 10,000 pixel-art characters on Ethereum. This guide explains what the collection is, how its history shapes its market today, and how to research, buy or sell a punk with less risk.
NFT
Does Madonna's Mechanical Centipede Story End a Bear Market?A celebrity headline does not move crypto prices, so a Madonna story about mechanical centipedes will not end a bear market. This guide explains what a bear market is, what has historically ended one, and how NFT traders can track recovery themselves.
Story FAQs
What is Story?
Story is an EVM-compatible Layer 1 blockchain launched in 2025. It was built to register and license intellectual property on-chain, and it has since been rebranded under the DATA Foundation name with a stronger focus on AI training data.
Is Story EVM compatible?
Yes. Story is described as an EVM Layer 1, so developers can generally use Ethereum-style tooling and smart contract languages. Check the current developer documentation for specifics on supported features and tooling.
What is the Story token?
Story's native token is called IP, and it is the asset tied to the network. Our data does not list a current price or fee figure, so check a live market source and the network's documentation for up-to-date information.
Which dApps are on Story?
Our site lists 12 dApps connected to Story. They include the Story chain entry itself, the yield protocol Zoo Finance, and the NFT launchpad OmniHub. Cross-chain infrastructure such as LayerZero V2 and Orderly Bridge also appears in the list, though they operate on many networks at once.
Are all Story dApps still running?
Not every listed project is active. Satori Perp, a perpetual-futures platform, has shut down after citing low revenue, and its remaining TVL is negligible. Check a project's official channels for its current status before using it.
Is it safe to use dApps on Story?
Anyone using a dApp should be careful, because smart contracts can contain bugs and bridges carry extra risk. Start with small amounts, confirm you are on the official site, and never share your seed phrase. Some products, such as derivatives, are for experienced users. Only use them if they are legal where you live and you meet the age requirement.
What is the largest dApp on Story by TVL?
LayerZero V2 is the largest dApp on Story by total value locked, with $16.7B across all the chains it supports. It is followed by Gate ($5.84B) and Zoo Finance ($27.7M). TVL figures come from DefiLlama and change daily.
Which dApp on Story has the highest DappsAtlas score?
LayerZero V2 has the highest score at 8.0/10, ahead of Gate (7.7) and Orderly Bridge (7.2). Scores weigh security, ease of use, fees and features, and are based only on facts we could verify.
How many dApps are on Story?
DappsAtlas tracks 12 dApps on Story. Of these, 12 have a full review and 10 report value locked, $22.6B in total, counting value on every chain they support.
What are the most common types of dApps on Story?
DEXes (3), Derivatives (2) and Bridge (1) are the largest categories on Story, by number of projects.
Which dApps on Story grew the most this week?
Among dApps with at least $1M locked, LayerZero V2 had the biggest 7-day TVL gain (+8.9%) and Zoo Finance the biggest drop (−6.6%). Combined TVL moved +5.0% over the same seven days.
What is the average score for dApps on Story?
The 7 rated dApps on Story average 6.1 out of 10. Of these, 1 score 8 or higher and 2 score below 5.