Vertcoin

Vertcoin

ASIC-resistant proof-of-work cryptocurrency preserving GPU mining decentralization since 2014.

Launch Year
2014
Consensus
Proof of Work (Lyra2REv3)
Max Supply
84,000,000 VTC
Block Time
~150 seconds
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About Vertcoin

Vertcoin is a peer-to-peer cryptocurrency committed to remaining ASIC-resistant through its Lyra2REv3 algorithm, making GPU mining the only economically viable approach. This prevents mining centralization caused by specialized hardware monopolies. Vertcoin has implemented the Lightning Network for fast micropayments and maintains a supply cap of 84 million VTC — four times Bitcoin's — while upholding Bitcoin-like monetary principles.

History

2014
Vertcoin launched as ASIC-resistant alternative to Bitcoin and Litecoin
2015
Lyra2RE algorithm adopted to counter ASIC development
2017
Vertcoin among first coins to implement Segregated Witness
2018
51% attacks detected; Lyra2REv3 deployed as permanent countermeasure
2020
Lightning Network integration completed for instant micropayments

How to Swap VTC

Swapping Vertcoin (VTC) on SyntheticSwap is simple and requires no registration or KYC. Connect your personal crypto wallet, select VTC as your source or destination asset, enter your receiving wallet address, and confirm the live exchange rate. Once you send VTC to the deposit address provided, SyntheticSwap processes the exchange automatically and delivers the destination asset directly to your wallet. No personal information is collected — fully non-custodial from start to finish.

How to Store VTC

Store VTC in Vertcoin Core wallet or Electrum-VTC for a lightweight alternative. Hardware wallet support is also available.

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