Documentation Index
Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.canton.network/llms.txt
Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.
The Canton Network ecosystem encompasses the organizations, applications, and infrastructure that make up the network. This page provides an overview of the ecosystem landscape.
Ecosystem Overview
Governance
Global Synchronizer Foundation (GSF)
The GSF is an independent, non-profit body under the Linux Foundation that governs the Global Synchronizer.
| Responsibility | Description |
|---|
| Network policies | Set parameters and rules |
| Upgrade coordination | Manage network upgrades |
| SV oversight | Oversee Super Validator participation |
| Ecosystem development | Foster network growth |
Infrastructure Participants
Super Validators
Super Validators operate the Global Synchronizer infrastructure and participate in governance.
| Role | Function |
|---|
| Sequencer operation | Order transactions |
| Mediator operation | Aggregate confirmations |
| Governance | Vote on network parameters |
| Sponsorship | Onboard new validators |
Validators
Validators host parties and run participant nodes connected to the Global Synchronizer.
| Type | Description |
|---|
| Enterprise validators | Run by organizations for their own parties |
| Service providers | Offer validator services to others |
| Application operators | Run validators for specific applications |
Applications
Splice Applications
Splice is the open-source project providing reference applications for Canton Network.
| Application | Purpose |
|---|
| Canton Coin | Native token implementation |
| Wallet | User wallet for CC management |
| Scan | Network explorer |
| Validator App | Validator node management |
Application Categories
| Category | Examples |
|---|
| Financial services | Trading, settlement, custody |
| Asset tokenization | Securities, real estate, commodities |
| Supply chain | Trade finance, logistics |
| Identity | Digital identity, KYC |
Developer Ecosystem
| Tool | Purpose |
|---|
| Daml SDK | Core development toolkit |
| Daml | Smart contract language |
| Wallet SDK | Wallet integration |
| PQS | Query optimization |
Development Resources
| Resource | Description |
|---|
| QuickStart | Example application and LocalNet |
| Documentation | This site and related docs |
| Community | Slack, forums, events |
Network Statistics
Canton Network continues to grow across all metrics.
Network Activity
For current network statistics, visit:
Getting Involved
As a Validator
- Review infrastructure requirements
- Contact a Super Validator for sponsorship
- Complete the onboarding process
- Begin operations
As a Developer
- Start with the QuickStart
- Learn Daml
- Build and deploy your application
- Join the developer community
As an Institution
- Evaluate Canton for your use case
- Contact the Canton Foundation
- Explore partnership opportunities
Ecosystem Resources
Official Channels
| Channel | Purpose | |
|---|
| canton.network | Main website | |
| canton.foundation | Canton Foundation and validator info | |
| Slack | Community discussion | |
| GitHub | Splice source code | |
Events
The Canton Network community holds regular events:
- Developer workshops
- Validator operations calls
- Governance discussions
Check canton.network for upcoming events.
Next Steps
Integration Patterns
Learn common integration approaches.
Start Building
Begin developing on Canton Network.
