Basic informations
What is Lisk?¶
Lisk is a blockchain application platform, founded by Max Kordek and Oliver Beddows in early 2016. Based on its own blockchain network and utility token - LSK, it will enable developers to build blockchain applications and create an ecosystem of blockchain applications for mainstream users to benefit from.1
Lisk Vision
Before blockchain can achieve its full potential, it needs to gain mass adoption. Lisk is determined to solve this problem by becoming a safe and secure gateway to this technology for developers and enthusiasts alike.
| Lisk info: | |
|---|---|
| Founded | January 2016 |
| Founders | CEO Max Kordek, CTO Oliver Beddows |
| Funding | Initial Coin Offering (ICO) |
| Entity | Foundation, non-profit |
| Based in | Zug, Switzerland |
| Development contractor | Lightcurve |
| Team size | ~40 |
| Main products | Core, SDK, Desktop, Mobile |
| Development language | JavaScript, TypeScript |
| Network launch | 24th May 2016 |
| Consensus algorithm | Delegated Proof of Stake |