Lava Network is a decentralised, modular blockchain platform designed to improve access to blockchain data and infrastructure. Built using the Cosmos SDK, it employs a Delegated Proof-of-Stake (DPoS) consensus mechanism and integrates Inter-Blockchain Communication (IBC) for cross-chain compatibility. Lava Network acts as an access layer for blockchains, supporting decentralised and scalable infrastructure for data providers, developers, and users.

The network enables reliable Remote Procedure Call (RPC) services by coordinating providers, consumers, and sponsors. It acts as a multi-sided marketplace for blockchain data services, offering decentralised access to APIs, incentivised public RPC pools, and a governance framework for adding new blockchains or APIs.

The Lava Token (LAVA) is the native asset of the Lava Network, serving multiple purposes:

• Payment for Services: Consumers use LAVA to pay for subscriptions that grant access to RPC services and blockchain data.
• Staking and Delegation: Providers and validators stake LAVA to participate in securing the network and earning rewards.
• Rewards: Providers earn LAVA for offering high-quality data services, and validators are rewarded for maintaining the blockchain.
• Governance: LAVA is used for on-chain governance, allowing token holders to vote on network upgrades, API specifications, and economic policies.
• Gas Fees: It is used to pay transaction fees on the Lava blockchain.
• Incentivised Pools: Chains and sponsors can fund pools with LAVA to attract and incentivise node operators.