What is Aptos ? Aptos is a Layer 1 blockchain designed for high scalability, security, and reliability. It was developed by former Meta (Facebook) engineers , who originally worked on the now-defunct Diem blockchain project. Aptos aims to provide fast and cheap transactions with a focus on Web3 applications. Features : Move Programming Language – A Rust-based language optimized for security and performance. Parallel Execution (Block-STM) – Processes multiple transactions simultaneously, improving speed and efficiency. Fast Transactions – Capable of 100,000 TPS (theoretically), much higher than Ethereum’s ~15 TPS. Low Fees – Transactions cost just fractions of a cent. Secure & Scalable – Uses a Byzantine Fault Tolerant (BFT) consensus mechanism for reliability. Gas Fees – Paid for executing smart contracts and transactions. Staking & Governance – Used for staking and participating in network governance decisions. DApp Development – Developers us...