Internet Computer (#ICP) is an innovative blockchain project aimed at creating a decentralized alternative to the traditional internet. Here is the current information about the project, its creators, news, and prospects.

1. Basic information about the project

Name: Internet Computer (ICP)

Creator: #DFINITY Foundation (non-profit organization)

Year of launch: Mainnet launched in May 2021

Country of registration: Switzerland (Zug)

Founder: Dominic Williams

Project goal:

Create a decentralized 'computer' on which websites, applications (dApps), and even entire IT systems can be hosted without servers, clouds (#AWS, #Google Cloud), and traditional databases.

Technology:

Uses a blockchain with a unique consensus (Threshold Relay and BLS signatures).

Allows running smart contracts (canisters) at high speed and low fees.

Compatible with other blockchains (e.g., #Bitcoin and #Ethereum through direct integration).

Partnerships:

Integration with Bitcoin (direct transactions without wrappers).

Collaboration with Fleek, OpenChat, Distrikt (decentralized analogs of popular services).

Technical updates:

Launch of 'Chain Key Crypto' – improved cryptography for scaling.

Implementation of '#SNS' (Service Nervous System) – decentralized management of dApps.

Financial aspects:

In 2024, DFINITY announced an increase in grants for developers.

Some analysts note the growth of the ecosystem, but the ICP price is still far from its ATH ($700 in 2021).

3. Prospects for ICP

✅ Pros:

Unique technology (an alternative to #AWS in #Web3).

Support for large investors (a16z, Polychain).

Growing ecosystem (500+ dApps, including social networks, DeFi, games).

❌ Risks:

Competition (Ethereum, #Solana, #Cosmos).

Token price (has fallen sharply since 2021, volatility remains).

Regulation (Switzerland is friendly, but the SEC may influence the market).

Forecasts:

If the project attracts more corporate clients, growth is possible.

In the long term – one of the few blockchains claiming to replace cloud services.

4. What should ICP holders do?

Monitor the development of the ecosystem (new dApps, partnerships).

Participate in NNS votes (Network Nervous System) – rewards can be earned.

Diversify risks (do not keep the entire portfolio in ICP).