Hedera Ecosystem Overview
Core Network Services
- Hedera Consensus Service (HCS) – for verifiable, timestamped event logs.
- Hedera Token Service (HTS) – create and manage native tokens.
- Hedera Smart Contracts 2.0 – EVM-compatible, fast, and low-cost smart contracts.
- Hedera File Service – decentralized storage of small files and configurations.
Enterprise Projects & Use Cases
- Avery Dennison (Atma.io) – product authentication & sustainability tracking.
- ServiceNow – record-keeping and data integrity for enterprise workflows.
- Shinhan Bank – cross-border stablecoin remittances.
- Coupon Bureau – fraud-proof digital coupons using HCS.
DeFi & Tokenization
- SaucerSwap – native DEX with liquidity pools and staking.
- HeliSwap – AMM DEX leveraging Hedera’s speed.
- Stader Labs – HBAR staking and liquid staking products.
- Archax – tokenized securities on Hedera.
NFTs & Metaverse
- HashPack Wallet – popular wallet with NFT gallery and staking tools.
- SentX – decentralized NFT marketplace.
- Earthlings – Hedera-powered metaverse project.
- GoMint – NFT minting platform on Hedera.
Tooling & Developer Infrastructure
- Hashgraph SDKs – JavaScript, Java, Go, Rust SDKs for dApp development.
- Blade Wallet – Web3-friendly wallet with native HTS/NFT support.
- DragonGlass – advanced blockchain explorer and analytics tool.
- Hashio – community-built GraphQL API gateway for Hedera.
Want to see more projects built on Hedera? Check out the full Hedera ecosystem.
Governance
- Hedera is governed by a Governing Council of up to 39 global organizations including Google, IBM, Ubisoft, Mondelēz International, LG, and more.
- The Council is designed to include 39 members, but not all seats are currently filled — there are 32 active members today.
- Council members manage software updates, treasury, and network policy to ensure stability and decentralization.
- Learn more about the Hedera Governing Council
Centralized Exchanges (CEX)
Here are some popular centralized exchanges where you can trade HBAR:
Decentralized Exchanges (DEX)
Explore native Hedera DEXs for swapping and liquidity provision:

Binance
Coinbase Pro
Kraken
KuCoin
Huobi
OKX
Gateio
SaucerSwap