Terra LUNA (LUNA) is the native cryptocurrency of the Terra blockchain platform, which aims to facilitate stable global payments using stablecoins linked to fiat currencies. It is a public blockchain protocol used for governance and staking.
More details about Terra LUNA:
Main function:
LUNA is used for governance, staking, and to ensure the price stability of Terra's stablecoins.
Ecosystem:
Terra is a next-generation blockchain payment network that intertwines stablecoins and is powered by LUNA.
Stablecoins:
Terra uses algorithmic stablecoins to combine the price stability of fiat currencies with the censorship resistance of cryptocurrencies.
Terra Classic ($LUNC ):
It is the name of the rebranded version of the original Terra blockchain protocol, which now uses LUNC as the collateralized token.
$LUNC :
LUNC is the token used to absorb the price deviation of the algorithmic stablecoin, UST.
Price stability:
Terra seeks to provide stability by making cross-border payments using stablecoins linked to fiat currencies.
History:
Terra was launched in May 2022, and in May 2022, the genesis block of the new chain, Terra (LUNA)$LUNC , was launched, and the original Terra chain was rebranded as Terra Classic.
In summary: Terra LUNA is a key cryptocurrency within the Terra ecosystem, which aims to facilitate stable global payments through stablecoins and blockchain. Its main function is governance, staking, and price stability of the stablecoins.