Ergo

About Ergo

Ergo (ERG) is a proof-of-work blockchain platform launched in 2019 and designed for building secure, efficient decentralized financial applications. It stands out through ErgoScript, a powerful scripting language based on Sigma protocols that allows flexible and expressive smart contracts while remaining lightweight enough for end users. Ergo supports non-interactive proofs and extended light node functionality, making it accessible on standard hardware. Its self-amendable protocol and long-term survivability model prioritize security and adaptability over time. The ecosystem supports DeFi tools, decentralized exchanges, and various financial contract applications built on its UTXO-based architecture.