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ICON (ICX) is a layer-1 blockchain platform focused on cross-chain interoperability and decentralized connectivity. Founded in 2017, ICON developed its Cross-Chain Framework to simplify how applications communicate across different blockchains. Its xCall General Message Passing protocol enables seamless cross-chain interactions, addressing common challenges around security, speed, and complexity. ICX serves as the native gas token and cross-chain fee token, with a portion of collected fees burned regularly. ICON supports a growing list of connected blockchains and integrated bridging protocols, making it a practical infrastructure choice for developers building interoperable decentralized applications.