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
Ecosystem guide
The ZIGChain ecosystem
The best dApps on ZIGChain by sector: DeFi, games, NFTs and more. 6 projects tracked, 6 reviewed in full.
Full ZIGChain ranking →- dApps
- 6
- Reviewed
- 6
- TVL tracked
- $4.46M
- Native token
- ZIG
ZIGChain is a Layer 1 blockchain built on the Cosmos ecosystem, so it is not an EVM chain. Its stated focus is making financial products reachable for people regardless of income, location or experience, with licensing, compliance and real-world use cases built into its design. The chain is young, and its public materials describe a genesis launch followed by cross-chain bridges and validator onboarding.
The native token is ZIG. It works as the network's utility token, covering transaction fees and staking, and it is the asset that ZIGChain's staking products are built around. Fees are paid in ZIG, and the exact cost of a transaction depends on network settings, so check your wallet before you confirm anything.
The dApp ecosystem is small, with about $4.6M in DeFi TVL at the time of writing. Valdora Finance is the biggest native app on our list, offering liquid staking via stZIG and USDC vault strategies. DeFa by InvoiceMate and Nawa Protocol lean into real-world assets, with invoice financing, remittance financing and Shariah-compliant stablecoin vaults. OroSwap is an AI-assisted DEX, and Permapod is a lending protocol that plans tokenized real estate collateral. Gate, a centralized exchange, also appears on this page for access to ZIG and other assets.
ZIGChain ecosystem in numbers
- Tracked
- 6
- Reviewed
- 6
- Total TVL
- $5.93B
- Avg. score
- 6.6/10
Largest by TVL
- 1
Gate$5.84B
- 2
Valdora Finance$74.3M
- 3
Defa By InvoiceMate$7.19M
- 4
Nawa Protocol$4.04M
- 5
OroSwap$3.12M
Highest rated
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Permapod6.3
Reviewed
Top-rated dApps on ZIGChain
OroSwap is an AI-assisted AMM DEX on ZigChain for swapping tokens and managing liquidity through chat commands and automated ranges.
TVL $3.12M−6.4%ZIGChain
Valdora Finance is a ZIGChain liquid staking protocol issuing stZIG, with curated USDC vault strategies for ZIG holders and stablecoin yield seekers.
TVL $74.3M−1.5%ZIGChain
Nawa Protocol is a Shariah-compliant yield protocol with stablecoin vaults on Ethereum and ZIGChain, backed by remittance financing and private credit.
TVL $4.04M+0.2%ZIGChain · Ethereum · Core
Permapod is a non-custodial lending protocol on ZIGChain for supplying and borrowing crypto, with planned tokenized real estate collateral.
TVL $1.35M−4.2%ZIGChain
DeFa by InvoiceMate is an RWA protocol where USDC providers fund payment settlements and invoice financing for advertised 8-18% APY.
TVL $7.19M+0.1%Stellar · ZIGChain · Starknet
By sector
Best ZIGChain dApps by sector
DeFi on ZIGChain6
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Guides
ZIGChain guides
Blockchain
Blockchain Examples and How They WorkLearn how blockchains record and verify transactions, how consensus keeps a shared ledger in sync, and how Bitcoin, Ethereum and other networks put the technology to work. See practical examples, key trade-offs and ways to assess whether a blockchain is a good fit.
Blockchain
Blockchain for Data: Uses, Limits and How It WorksBlockchains can create shared records that are difficult to alter, but they are not a general-purpose replacement for databases or file storage. Learn what belongs on-chain, how blockchains connect to outside data, and when the trade-offs make sense.
Blockchain
Casper Network and CSPR: A Practical Guide for 2026Casper Network is a proof-of-stake blockchain, and CSPR is its native token. This guide explains the network’s purpose, how CSPR is used, and what to check before staking or transacting.
Blockchain
Cosmos Network Guide: Chains, IBC and ATOM in 2026Cosmos is an ecosystem of independent blockchains, not one chain that processes every app and token. Learn how the Cosmos Hub, Cosmos SDK and IBC fit together, what ATOM does, and how to assess transfers, staking and risks in 2026.
Blockchain
How the Bitcoin Lightning Network WorksThe Bitcoin Lightning Network moves payments through channels that sit on top of Bitcoin, so most transfers do not need their own blockchain transaction. Learn how channels, routing, fees and liquidity work, and what to consider before using Lightning.
Blockchain
How to Mine Cryptocurrency on Android in 2026Android phones can run mining software, but their limited processing power, battery drain and heat make profitable mining unlikely. Learn how to assess the risks, try a small proof-of-work experiment safely, and spot apps that only simulate mining or sell cloud contracts.
ZIGChain FAQs
What is ZIGChain?
ZIGChain is a Layer 1 blockchain built on the Cosmos ecosystem. It aims to make on-chain finance more accessible, with a focus on licensing, compliance and real-world use cases such as tokenized assets.
What is the ZIG token used for?
ZIG is the native utility token of ZIGChain. It is used for network activity such as paying transaction fees, and holders can stake it. Valdora Finance, for example, offers liquid staking of ZIG through its stZIG token.
Which dApps are available on ZIGChain?
Our site currently lists six dApps on ZIGChain: Gate, Valdora Finance, DeFa by InvoiceMate, Nawa Protocol, OroSwap and Permapod. They cover staking, real-world assets, a DEX and lending. Gate is a centralized exchange that supports many chains rather than a ZIGChain-only app.
Is ZIGChain an EVM chain?
No. ZIGChain is built on the Cosmos stack, so it follows Cosmos conventions rather than being an EVM chain. Some projects, such as Nawa Protocol and DeFa by InvoiceMate, also run on EVM and other chains, but that is separate from ZIGChain itself.
How big is the ZIGChain DeFi ecosystem?
DeFi activity on ZIGChain is small. Total value locked was about $4.6M at the time of writing, which is low next to the major chains. Low liquidity can mean wider spreads and thinner markets, so size positions carefully.
Are ZIGChain dApps safe to use?
Not necessarily. Several protocols are young, and advertised yields such as the 8-18% APY quoted for DeFa by InvoiceMate are not guaranteed. Real-world-asset products add counterparty and credit risk on top of smart contract risk. Check how each protocol works and only commit money you can afford to lose.
What is the largest dApp on ZIGChain by TVL?
Gate is the largest dApp on ZIGChain by total value locked, with $5.84B across all the chains it supports. It is followed by Valdora Finance ($74.3M) and Defa By InvoiceMate ($7.19M). TVL figures come from DefiLlama and change daily.
Which dApp on ZIGChain has the highest DappsAtlas score?
Gate has the highest score at 7.7/10, ahead of OroSwap (7.0) and Valdora Finance (6.5). Scores weigh security, ease of use, fees and features, and are based only on facts we could verify.
How many dApps are on ZIGChain?
DappsAtlas tracks 6 dApps on ZIGChain. Of these, 6 have a full review and 6 report value locked, $5.93B in total, counting value on every chain they support.
What are the most common types of dApps on ZIGChain?
Real-World Assets (2), Centralized Exchanges (1) and DEXes (1) are the largest categories on ZIGChain, by number of projects.
Which dApps on ZIGChain grew the most this week?
Among dApps with at least $1M locked, Nawa Protocol had the biggest 7-day TVL gain (+0.2%) and OroSwap the biggest drop (−6.4%). Combined TVL moved −4.6% over the same seven days.
What is the average score for dApps on ZIGChain?
The 6 rated dApps on ZIGChain average 6.6 out of 10. Of these, 0 score 8 or higher and 0 score below 5.