Chainlink (LINK) Connecting Smart Contracts to the Real World

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Chainlink is the leading decentralized Oracle platform, providing reliable external data for smart contracts. It connects on-chain and off-chain worlds through a multi-node network, widely used in DeFi and other fields. Chainlink's native token, LINK, is used for service payments and node incentives, with its market share accounting for about 50% of the Oracle industry. Beyond oracles, Chainlink offers cross-chain, proof of reserve, and other services, providing crucial support for integrating blockchain with real-world assets. As blockchain use cases expand, Chainlink continues to innovate, and is dedicated to building a global decentralized data service network.

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