Cartesi is a modular blockchain protocol that equips developers with a full Linux environment and high-performance rollups designed for next-generation decentralized applications (dApps). It integrates Linux OS and uses optimistic rollups to enhance scalability and computational efficiency.
Cartesi employs a hybrid on-chain/off-chain approach. It features components like Cartesi Nodes for off-chain computations, and Cartesi Machines which are virtual machines that run a decentralized Linux OS. It operates as a Layer 2 solution with networks such as Ethereum and Polygon, using Proof of Stake as its consensus mechanism. Optimistic rollups enable scalable and computationally efficient dApp execution.
Cartesi can be applied in various sectors, including:
Founded by Erick de Moura, Augusto Teixeira, Diego Nehab, and Colin Steil, Cartesi began its development in 2017. Initially focused on a decentralized data science marketplace, it shifted towards providing a Linux infrastructure for scalable dApps. The project has reached several milestones, including the launch of a Grants Program, the introduction of a Technical Evolution Plan, and significant updates like the deployment of Cartesi Rollups. These advancements have strengthened its position in the blockchain ecosystem.