Etherisc DIP is a utility token that empowers the Etherisc Ecosystem, which is a decentralised insurance platform. It allows users to access the platform, stake tokens to provide collateral for risk pools, and earn money by monetising their skills and services.
Etherisc DIP operates on the Ethereum blockchain, leveraging its decentralised nature for building insurance applications. It utilizes smart contracts written in Solidity for parametric insurance products, with a focus on automated claims processing and transparent insurance policies. The platform uses a Proof of Stake (PoS) consensus mechanism and supports the creation and management of decentralised insurance applications.
Etherisc DIP can be used for decentralised insurance applications, parametric insurance products, risk pools, and governance within the ecosystem. Real-world applications include flight delay insurance, train delay insurance, agricultural insurance, carbon credit protection, and USDC-depeg protection. It can potentially impact industries such as insurance, agriculture, transportation, and environmental protection, with notable partnerships with organisations like the World Food Programme and Lemonade Insurance.
Etherisc DIP was founded by Christoph Mussenbrock, Stephan Karpischek, and Renat Khasanshyn in 2016, after discussions on blockchain-based insurance. Their initial whitepaper was released in late 2016. Notable milestones include a token sale in mid-2018, the release of the Generic Insurance Framework (GIF) in 2019, and partnerships for inclusive insurance and crypto asset protection. The platform has evolved to focus on broader decentralised insurance applications, gaining recognition in the crypto market with listings on various exchanges.