ARK vs Sunrise DA vs Polkadot
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Comparison Summary
ARK, Sunrise DA and Polkadot each address unique challenges in the web3 ecosystem, offering complementary strengths for builders. ARK is a modular, open-source Layer 1 blockchain built with JavaScript and powered by Delegated Proof-of-Stake consensus. Sunrise is a next-generation Layer 1 blockchain combining high-throughput data availability with a native liquidity hub. Polkadot is a scalable, secure, and resilient Web3 platform enabling developers to build custom blockchains and interoperable applications with shared security and seamless connectivity. Together, these tools serve different but overlapping user needs, making them valuable components in a modern web3 development stack.
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| Core Capabilities | TypeScript-Based Core Protocol, Customizable Transaction Logic, Decentralized Validator Network | Native liquidity hub, Built on Cosmos SDK, Ignite CLI integration | Parachains and Rollups, XCM Protocol, Substrate SDK, On-Chain Treasury and DAO, Elastic Scaling and Agile Coretime |
| Chain Support | — | — | — |
| Best For | Infrastructure Developers, DeFi Developers | DeFi Developers, Infrastructure Developers | Infrastructure Developers, DeFi Developers |
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| Free Tier | Free | Open Source | Open Source |
| Paid Features | — | — | — |
| Custom Plans | — | — | — |
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