Hedera HBAR

Hedera is a decentralized public network that aims to provide a secure and fast platform for the development and deployment of decentralized applications (dApps). It utilizes a distributed ledger technology called Hashgraph, which offers high transaction speeds and low fees. Hedera aims to be a scalable and efficient platform for businesses and developers to build and run their applications. It has gained attention from the U.S. government and has joined a commitment to advance democracy.

Hedera is unique compared to other cryptocurrencies due to its focus on advanced governance and scalability. It utilizes a technology called Hashgraph, which allows for high transaction throughput and fast consensus without relying on energy-intensive mining. Additionally, Hedera is governed by a council of trusted organizations from various industries, ensuring decentralization and preventing any single entity from having too much control. This governance model sets it apart from many other cryptocurrencies that rely solely on community-led decision-making.