What is Kava's dual co-chain architecture?

Kava runs two co-chains simultaneously: an EVM co-chain (Ethereum-compatible) and a Cosmos co-chain (Cosmos SDK). A translator module allows assets to move freely between both environments.

Can I swap KAVA without KYC?

Yes. SyntheticSwap supports KAVA swaps with no registration or identity verification.

USDX is Kava's native stablecoin, minted by locking supported assets (BTC, BNB, KAVA, etc.) as collateral in a CDP (Collateralized Debt Position) on the Kava platform.

What is the Kava Rise program?

Kava Rise is a developer incentive program that distributes KAVA rewards to protocols based on TVL they bring to the Kava network.

What wallets work with Kava?

Keplr for the Cosmos side, MetaMask for the EVM side, and Trust Wallet for both. Ledger hardware wallets support KAVA via Keplr.

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Kava

DeFi Platform Combining Ethereum and Cosmos

Launch Year

2019

Consensus

Proof of Stake (Tendermint)

Max Supply

Unlimited (inflationary)

Block Time

~6 seconds

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About Kava

Kava (KAVA) is a Layer-1 blockchain that combines the developer ecosystem of Ethereum with the speed and interoperability of Cosmos. The Kava network operates two co-chains: an Ethereum co-chain (EVM-compatible) and a Cosmos co-chain (Cosmos SDK), connected by a translator module that allows assets and applications to move seamlessly between both environments. KAVA is the native staking and governance token. Kava pioneered DeFi for non-Ethereum assets, launching one of the first on-chain lending platforms for Bitcoin, BNB, and XRP before Ethereum DeFi existed. The Kava Rise program incentivizes developers to build and deploy on the platform.

History

2018

Kava Labs founded with the mission of bringing DeFi to non-Ethereum cryptocurrencies.

2019

Kava mainnet launches on Cosmos SDK; KAVA token raises funds via a Binance IEO.

2020

Kava CDP (collateralized debt position) platform launches, enabling Bitcoin-backed USDX loans.

2021

Kava Swap (DEX) and Kava Earn (yield platform) launch; ecosystem TVL grows significantly.

2022

Kava EVM co-chain launches, bringing EVM compatibility alongside the Cosmos environment.

2023

Kava 14 upgrade and Kava Rise 2.0 program attracts major DeFi protocols to the network.

How to Swap KAVA

Swapping Kava (KAVA) on SyntheticSwap is easy and requires no account or KYC. KAVA is part of the Cosmos ecosystem, supported by Keplr, Leap Wallet, Cosmostation, and Ledger. Select KAVA in SyntheticSwap, choose your target asset, provide a receiving wallet address, and confirm the exchange rate. After sending KAVA to the deposit address, the destination asset is automatically delivered to your wallet once the IBC or on-chain transaction is confirmed.

How to Store KAVA

KAVA is stored in Kava-compatible wallets. Keplr (Cosmos wallet) supports native KAVA on the Cosmos co-chain. MetaMask can be configured for the Kava EVM co-chain (chainId 2222, RPC: https://evm.kava.io). Trust Wallet and Ledger hardware wallets (via Keplr or MetaMask) also support KAVA. The Kava app provides a direct interface for lending, borrowing, and earning.