IPPAN Foundation
Empowering the Future of Decentralized Infrastructure
The IPPAN Foundation is the steward of the IPPAN Network—an energy-efficient, massively scalable public blockchain built to support real-time financial transactions, machine-to-machine payments, and verifiable data availability across the globe.
We foster a secure, open, and resilient digital ecosystem where developers, businesses, and communities can build, innovate, and connect—free from centralized control.
Through public-good research, transparent treasury management, and collaborative governance, the Foundation keeps the IPPAN protocol credibly neutral while advancing real-world adoption across finance, mobility, supply chains, and climate-resilient infrastructure.
IPPAN at a Glance
Founded to protect the core protocol, govern open standards, and support ecosystem growth, the Foundation ensures the network remains neutral, decentralized, and censorship-resistant for the next generation of the internet and financial systems.
- Transactions per second
- Millions+
- Global node operators
- Community-run
- Energy profile
- Ultra-efficient BlockDAG
Mission & Mandate
As a non-profit organization, the IPPAN Foundation is committed to advancing the adoption and long-term sustainability of the IPPAN Network. We maintain and evolve the protocol, support developers and builders, and promote fair access and global participation so anyone can contribute to network resilience.
Protocol Stewardship
Maintain and evolve the IPPAN protocol for security, performance, and interoperability with open standards.
Builder Support
Provide open tools, grants, and technical resources so innovators can launch applications with confidence.
Open Participation
Enable anyone to run nodes, earn rewards, and shape the network's future through transparent governance.
Responsible Innovation
Champion sustainability, regulatory clarity, and ethical deployment of decentralized infrastructure.
Technology We Steward
IPPAN introduces breakthrough innovations designed for real-world scale, enabling trust-minimized collaboration across finance, IoT, and data services.
- HashTimer™ Ordering
- Deterministic, cryptographically verifiable time sequencing up to microsecond precision.
- Energy-Efficient BlockDAG
- Achieves millions of transactions per second without wasteful mining or congestion.
- Self-Healing P2P Network
- Global node discovery and data availability remain resilient even in extreme conditions.
- Human-Readable Naming
- Secure @handles and premium domains tied to cryptographic keys for effortless onboarding.
- M2M Payments & IoT Integration
- Instant, cost-efficient transactions between devices built for the autonomous economy.
Governance & Transparency
The IPPAN Foundation ensures the network remains trustless and community-driven. Protocol upgrades, parameters, and treasury allocations are handled transparently, with community input every step of the way.
- Open Governance: Major protocol decisions are openly debated, documented, and ratified.
- Foundation Reserves: Allocated responsibly to research, development, and ecosystem growth.
- Compliance & Neutrality: Supporting global participation while respecting regional frameworks.
Get Involved
IPPAN is open to everyone—developers, entrepreneurs, researchers, and enthusiasts. Choose your path to contribute.
- Run a Node: Strengthen security and earn rewards by operating infrastructure.
- Build on IPPAN: Launch applications, integrate IoT networks, and deliver real-time financial services.
- Contribute & Propose: Join the conversation on protocol evolution and standards.
- Support the Foundation: Become a partner or donor to help advance the mission.
Frequently Asked Questions
Get quick answers about the IPPAN Network's vision, sustainability commitments, and how the Foundation collaborates with builders to accelerate decentralized infrastructure adoption.
- What is the IPPAN Network?
- The IPPAN Network is a public, energy-efficient blockchain that combines BlockDAG scalability with deterministic HashTimer™ ordering to support real-time settlement, data availability, and verifiable automation.
- How does the IPPAN Foundation support builders?
- We provide grants, reference implementations, governance guidelines, and technical advisory sessions so developers and enterprises can launch production-ready decentralized applications.
- Is the IPPAN protocol sustainable?
- Yes. The protocol is designed for low-energy consensus, geographic diversity in node operations, and transparent funding that prioritizes long-term resilience over short-term speculation.