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The following features make GC a unique and secure scalability solution.

xDai Stable Transaction Coin
A stable coin means peace of mind. Predictable currencies allow buyers and sellers to exchange value without the risks of volatility. In the Gnosis Chain implementation, transactions are conducted using xDai, a stable coin with 1:1 value ratio to Dai. Because transactions occur on a bridged chain, they are extremely fast and inexpensive. In addition, transactions and fees are paid with a single coin.
GNO Staking & GovernanceToken
GNO stakers protect the consensus layer on the Gnosis Beacon Chain. A staker can run their own validator node, or participate in liquid staking to help secure the chain.
GNO holders can propose and vote on chain updates, spending allocations and more. Visit the forum to participate.
Neutral Network
The Gnosis chain provides a vital public utility for users - the ability to transfer stable value free of speculative concerns, volatility, or FUD (fear, uncertainty & doubt). GC is an independent network, built to support transactions that hold value. When DAI is bridged to GC, it moves to a platform with a clear, transparent purpose; secure & stable transactions on a fast, neutral network.
Open governance, open access, and token stability create a trusted environment for users as well as applications built on top of GC.
Scalability 
GC supports low cost, stable transactions for projects and users. High Ethereum gas prices and congestion have made it difficult for the ecosystem to function efficiently. GC provides a compatible chain for projects requiring nano-transactions or complex transactions that may be prohibitively expensive on Ethereum.  GC can scale both vertically (infrastructure and chain parameter optimization) and horizontally (additional chain deployments) to meet capacity requirements. 
On-Chain Randomness
Using a RANDAO-based Random Number Generator, validators produce random numbers used for validator selection. These random seeds are also available for usage by contracts deployed to GC. This allows for true on-chain randomness, eliminating the need to rely on a centralized service or 3rd party application. More information on how the RNG works is available here.
POSDAO Green Consensus
The GC currently uses a delegated Proof of Stake (DPOS) consensus mechanism called POSDAO. The POSDAO white paper describes all aspects of this new consensus protocol including a complete overview of the theory, rationale, security, and a detailed implementation section.
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Bridges to Ethereum
Two bridges connect GC to Ethereum, supporting seamless two-way asset transfer between chains. Tokens are acquired on the mainnet, then bridged to GC using either the Dai-xDai bridge for transactional tokens, or the OmniBridge for any cross-chain transfers. Once a user is finished transacting or staking, tokens can be bridged back to the mainnet with ease.
L2 Chain Bridges
Additional bridges exist to move tokens between xDai and other EVM chains, including moving assets between Binance Smart Chain and Polygon (using the Connext state channel bridge).
Bridged Tokens
View tokens bridged to GC from Ethereum with the OmniBridge UI built by RaidGuild.
​Tokens bridged from Ethereum​
​Tokens bridged from BSC​
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xDai Stable Transaction Coin

GNO Staking & GovernanceToken

Neutral Network

Scalability

On-Chain Randomness

POSDAO Green Consensus

Bridges to Ethereum

L2 Chain Bridges

Bridged Tokens