Enjin Coin (ENJ) is a cryptocurrency and blockchain platform specifically designed for the video game industry. It is an Ethereum-based ERC-20 token that underpins the value of next-generation blockchain assets. ENJ is used to mint, back, and provide liquidity for blockchain-based digital items, offering a programmable digital store of value for non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and other virtual goods.
Enjin Coin operates by allowing users to create and manage virtual goods on the blockchain. Initially launched as an ERC-20 token on Ethereum, Enjin has developed its own blockchain that utilizes Proof of Stake (PoS) for its consensus mechanism. The blockchain comprises the Enjin Relaychain for security and block validation, and Enjin Matrixchain for fast processing, facilitating scalable and efficient transactions. Enjin supports the ERC-1155 standard, enabling the management of both fungible and non-fungible tokens, and uses smart contracts to ensure authenticity and secure transactions.
Enjin Coin can be applied across various scenarios, especially in the gaming industry:
Enjin Coin was founded in 2009 by Maxim Blagov and Witek Radomski. Originally, Enjin was a community gaming platform that evolved to incorporate blockchain technology. Following a successful ICO in 2017, Enjin Coin was launched in June 2018. A significant development was the creation of the ERC-1155 token standard, authored by Radomski, which supports both fungible and non-fungible tokens. Enjin has since built a robust NFT ecosystem and expanded its blockchain capabilities with solutions like JumpNet and Efinity, establishing strong partnerships with notable brands.