Deploy fast on Avalanche, a customizable EVM L1 for DeFi

Avalanche is a Layer 1 chain structured as a network of blockchains. Its Primary Network includes C-Chain, an EVM-equivalent chain that runs most of Avalanche's DeFi and smart contracts, the X-Chain for asset transfers, and the P-Chain for validator coordination. The Snowman consensus reaches sub-second finality through repeated sub-sampled voting. Granite upgrade introduced dynamic minimum block times for Avalanche EVM chains, which can enable sub-second block times.

Avalanche’s distinguishing feature is Avalanche L1s – sovereign chains with their own validators, gas tokens, and rules – letting applications scale onto dedicated chains instead of sharing congestion. With fast finality and EVM compatibility, it fits DeFi, tokenized real-world assets, and institutional settlement, benefiting builders who want fast settlement and EVM familiarity.