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View ChartHydra (HYDRA) is the native token of Hydra Chain, a permissionless, open-source proof-of-stake blockchain designed for scalability, speed, and developer-friendly economics. The chain is built on top of proven open-source technologies, including QTUM, Bitcoin, Ethereum, and BlackCoin's PoV v3 mechanism designed by Pavel Vasin. Hydra Chain processes up to 4,000 transactions per second with a 2-second block time, positioning it as a high-throughput network for smart contracts and decentralized applications. The HYDRA token serves as the gas token for transaction fees on Hydra Chain. According to CoinMarketCap data, the total supply is approximately 32.46 million HYDRA, with a circulating supply of roughly 30.06 million HYDRA, representing about 93% of the total. The project originated in 2018 when the team behind LockTrip published the "LockTrip Blockchain Manifest," which became the fundamental design document of the Hydra Chain.
Hydra Chain originated from the team behind LockTrip, who published the "LockTrip Blockchain Manifest" in 2018. This document was based on actual hurdles encountered during the development of the LockTrip DApp and became the fundamental design document of the Hydra Chain. The team adopted an evolutionary approach, building Hydra on top of available open-source technology that has gone through the test of time. The consensus mechanism is built on BlackCoin's PoV v3, designed by Pavel Vasin. Detailed public information about the current core development team and organizational structure is currently limited.
Hydra Chain operates as a proof-of-stake blockchain that integrates the strengths of several foundational blockchain technologies. It utilizes BlackCoin's PoV v3 consensus mechanism, which was designed by Pavel Vasin, to secure the network through staking rather than energy-intensive mining. The chain is built on top of open-source projects QTUM, Bitcoin, and Ethereum, leveraging their proven capabilities for data transmission and smart contract execution. Hydra Chain supports EIP-7702, enabling advanced account abstraction features. The network employs a unique gas royalty feature that shares 50% of transaction fees with smart contract creators, directly incentivizing developers to build on the platform. Transaction fees are fixed in USD and dynamically calculated in HYDRA based on market prices, providing businesses with on-chain predictability. Assets can be bridged to and from Hydra Chain using thirdweb's secure cross-chain infrastructure.
Hydra Chain distinguishes itself through several economic and technical features. The gas royalty mechanism, which distributes 50% of transaction fees to smart contract creators, creates a fair incentive structure that makes the chain attractive for developers. Fixed transaction fees in USD provide businesses with cost predictability, reducing the risk of building commercial applications on the blockchain. The network's high throughput of up to 4,000 transactions per second and 2-second block time enable fast, scalable operations. The evolutionary approach of building on proven open-source technologies ensures reliability and efficiency. Additionally, Hydra stimulates stakers and market participants to contribute to its decentralized architecture, supporting the development of smart contracts and DApps on the platform.
HYDRA serves multiple functions within the Hydra Chain ecosystem. Primarily, it acts as the gas token for transaction fees on Hydra Chain, enabling users to send, receive, and execute smart contracts on the network. HYDRA can be obtained by bridging from other chains or purchasing through thirdweb Bridge. The token is also used to reward stakers who contribute to network security and decentralization. Smart contract creators receive 50% of transaction fees as gas royalties, paid in the transaction fee currency. On the TON blockchain, a distinct HYDRA token exists with its own utility, including liquidity provision, farming rewards, and governance participation through a DAO model where token holders vote on liquidity management and reserve allocations. Additionally, HYDRA on the WEMIX platform represents MIR4 and is used for interaction with other games and tokens on that ecosystem.
The Hydra ecosystem is expanding across multiple blockchain environments. Hydra Chain supports smart contracts and decentralized applications, with assets bridged via thirdweb's cross-chain infrastructure. The gas royalty incentive directly rewards developers, fostering a sustainable community. On the TON blockchain, the HYDRA ecosystem promotes sustainable growth through a decentralized farming system that distributes yield rewards to liquidity providers. The project architecture accommodates collaboration with external developers and protocols for joint liquidity pools. Governance on TON operates through a DAO model, granting token holders authority over project trajectory, liquidity management, and reserve allocations via on-chain voting. Future development phases include Hydrants, a utility NFT collection granting holders exclusive community privileges, with 80% of NFT sale revenue directed to the HYDRA liquidity pool and 20% financing protocol development and marketing. The Hydra Litepaper V1, published June 2, 2023, outlined tokenomics involving 300,000 HYDRA tokens tradeable on Minswap, Sundaeswap, and Wingriders.
Hydra Chain does not use traditional proof-of-work mining. Instead, it operates on a proof-of-stake consensus mechanism built on BlackCoin's PoV v3, designed by Pavel Vasin. Network participants can acquire HYDRA and participate in staking to contribute to the network's security and decentralization. On the TON blockchain, staking serves as a foundational element of the HYDRA ecosystem, enabling cryptocurrency holders to earn passive yield by supplying liquidity. Annual percentage yields fluctuate based on real-time market and pool conditions. Users can participate by linking a TON-compatible wallet, such as Tonkeeper, to a decentralized exchange like DeDust.io and depositing tokens into a designated liquidity pool. The decentralized farming system incentivizes active participation by distributing yield rewards to liquidity providers corresponding to their share of the pool.
Securing HYDRA tokens requires attention to wallet security and transaction verification. For Hydra Chain, users should ensure their wallet is connected to the correct network before sending or receiving HYDRA, verify recipient addresses, review gas fees, and confirm transactions carefully. When bridging HYDRA from other chains, use trusted cross-chain infrastructure and confirm all transaction details. For Ethereum-based HYDRA, users can store tokens in compatible wallets and should always verify contract addresses before interacting with any smart contract. When using decentralized exchanges, carefully check addresses and be alert to possible frauds or phishing attacks. For TON-based HYDRA, use non-custodial wallets such as Tonkeeper for secure storage. Market participants should always perform comprehensive research, as digital asset investments carry inherent volatility and risk. Never share private keys or seed phrases, and store them in a safe, offline location.
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As of right now, the live price of Hydra (HYDRA) is $0.024813. Its market price fluctuates in real time based on overall supply and demand, and you can check the updated HYDRA to USD rate at the top of BTCC’s price page. In terms of market scope, Hydra records a 24h trading volume of $0 (reflecting total buying and selling activity over the last 24 hours), with a total market cap of $745.949975K. Its current circulating supply stands at 30.06M out of a maximum supply cap of ∞.
The price volatility of Hydra (HYDRA) is essentially driven by market supply and demand dynamics. Key factors behind its price movements include: 1) Global macroeconomic conditions and sentiment, such as Fed interest rate decisions; 2) Tokenomics, including the ratio of circulating supply (30.06M) to max supply (∞), as well as token unlocks and burn mechanisms; 3) Fundamental developments, such as ecosystem expansion, on-chain activity, and core protocol upgrades; and 4) Derivatives market dynamics, including leverage battles and liquidation cascades in perpetual contracts.
Looking at its historical price performance, Hydra (HYDRA) hit an all-time high (ATH) of $52.176245 on 2021-04-03 22:50, representing the peak of market sentiment. Conversely, its all-time low (ATL) was recorded at $0.0202 on 2026-09-06 21:15. Note that historical highs and lows reflect past performance only and do not guarantee future price trends; investment decisions should always align with live market conditions and your personal risk tolerance.
When trading HYDRA futures on BTCC, technical chart analysis begins with identifying key support and resistance levels on 1D and 4H charts using historical price pivots. Next, apply MA/EMA indicators to gauge trend directions, alongside RSI (values above 70 indicate overbought conditions, while below 30 suggest oversold levels). Always validate breakout signals with the 24h trading volume ($0), as price breakouts accompanied by strong volume offer higher reliability.
Unlike spot trading where you can only profit from rising prices, BTCC’s HYDRAUSDT perpetual contracts support two-way trading. If you anticipate a price decline for Hydra, simply log into your BTCC account with USDT margin available, navigate to the HYDRAUSDT pair, set your desired leverage and Take-Profit/Stop-Loss levels, and click "Sell/Short". Once the price drops to your target, close your position to lock in profit from the price difference.
Yes. BTCC offers flexible, high-tier leverage options for HYDRAUSDT perpetual futures, providing up to 500x leverage (maximum leverage limits may vary depending on liquidity). While leverage boosts capital efficiency by allowing you to control larger position sizes with less margin, it also amplifies liquidation risks proportionately. BTCC strongly advises using Stop-Loss orders to strictly manage risk when trading with high leverage.
Beginners and traders testing new strategies can switch to BTCC's "Demo Trading" mode with a single click on the App or Web interface. The demo account comes pre-loaded with risk-free virtual funds (such as 100,000 USDT). Powered by live market prices (current price: $0.024813), you can practice opening/closing positions, adjusting leverage, and setting TP/SL for HYDRAUSDT with zero financial risk.
Trading Hydra (HYDRA) on BTCC requires just 4 simple steps: 1) Register a BTCC account and complete basic Identity Verification (KYC); 2) Buy USDT using fiat via credit card/express payment, or deposit USDT/BTC directly from an external wallet; 3) Navigate to the Futures section, search for HYDRAUSDT, and review its live price ($0.024813) and chart; 4) Select your margin mode and leverage, choose "Buy/Long" or "Sell/Short" based on your market outlook, set TP/SL orders, and confirm your trade.
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